“One doesn’t discover new lands without consenting to lose sight of the shore for a very long time.” —André GideI once had a friend. Let’s call him Jim. Jim was just an ordinary...

Are you curious about minimalism and wondering if it’s right for you? You’re not alone.Lots of people talk about the benefits they have received by pursing minimalism. But how would you know if...

“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” ~Sharon Salzberg When was the last time you looked at your reflection and extended love to yourself? Before I...

“Traumatized people chronically feel unsafe inside their bodies: The past is alive in the form of gnawing interior discomfort. Their bodies are constantly bombarded by visceral warning signs, and, in an attempt to...

Note: This is a guest post from Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad.During the past few Christmas seasons, my daughters performed in a local production of The Nutcracker.The show is a beloved annual...

“Maybe it’s time for the fighter to be fought for, the holder to be held, and the lover to be loved.” ~Unknown There’s this cheesy saying I heard once—“Dog, when spelled backwards, is god.”...

“Imagination is more important than knowledge.” ~Albert Einstein We all know the basic script we are encouraged to follow in life—work hard at school, then go to university or get a good job. Conform...

“You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anyone.” ~Maya Angelou A few years ago, I operated on the belief that my worth was tied to what I could offer others. If...