We Can Do It
Do you remember Rosie the Riveter from the World War II propaganda “We can do it” advertisements? Rosie the confident brunette making a mean muscle for the camera. Well, like Rosie gals we really can do it. We can be…
Archive For January, 2015
Create a Vision Board
Surround yourself with images of what you desire most. A vision board is a collection of your desires and wants. Keep in mind, you cannot change anyone else’s future; however, you can will what you desire to you. If you…
Smile Your Whole Day Through
A smile has the power to change a person’s entire day! Have you ever had a bad day and a complete stranger smiled at you and instantly your mood lifted? Well, smiling is a way humans connect. A smile is…
Connection to the Land
Studies have shown spending time in nature reduces stress levels. Throughout the seasons how much time do you spend outdoors? Have you ever picked certain fruits and vegetables, then canned them yourself? Our great-grandparents were infinitely more connected the earth…
Love Yourselves Fellas!
What does it mean to be a man? In our culture, there are so many mixed messages on masculinity. Most young men have been taught that men don’t cry and that men are supposed to be tough and dominant. If…
Self-Care Requires Action
Take time each day to improve the quality of your mind, body and soul. Self-care requires action; thus, commit to doing at least one thing per day in each area of body, mind and soul. For instance, sleep 7 hours…
Get to Know Your History
In order to know who you are, you need to know where you come from. No matter if you were adopted or you don’t know one of your parents, it is important to ask questions and get to know more…
Smudging: Mind, Body and Spirit
An elder once told me, “Life is a ceremony.” The spiritual life is a way of life each and every day, not just when I go to ceremonies or church. I smudge my mind, body and spirit daily to connect…
Be Cautious Who You Spend Time With
Just like your life purpose, you cannot leave who you spend your time with up to chance. Whether you realize it or not, every single mind you spend time with has an effect upon your conscious and subconscious mind. The…
Love and Value Our Planet
David Suzuki a great Canadian scientist and activist so eloquently stated, “What we do to the earth, we do to ourselves.” We, humans, must remember that we are from the earth and whatever shall happen to earth happens to us….