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Look People in the Eyes

Look People in the Eyes

The eyes are the windows to the soul. You can intuitively tell a lot about someone by looking into their eyes. In some cultures, it is considered disrespectful to make direct eye contact; however, in our North American culture to…

Roll with the Punches

Roll with the Punches

In life, we always have the choice in how we choose to react. Recently, as I was out and about with a good friend of mine and my car was towed. We had to figure out what company towed my…

Health Improving Friendships

Health Improving Friendships

The company you keep reflects different aspects of your character. Friends, who back bite, complain and constantly gossip can be hard on the nerves. Why not try health benefiting behaviors with the people you love? If you want to see…

Animals Deserve Respect

Animals Deserve Respect

Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Never, never be afraid to do what’s right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake. Society’s punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when…

We Can Do It

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…

Create a Vision Board

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

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

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!

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

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…