Everyday Wisdom for Extraordinary Living
If you could change one thing about your life or current situation, what would it be? What’s the one thing that would make you feel healthier, happier, or more complete? More importantly, what’s holding you back from making that change? Most of us know exactly what we would like to be different about our lives. The challenge typically comes down to actually making the necessary changes to get us there. Moreover, there are changes our lives [...] Keep reading »
Two months ago, I set off on another incredible journey with the goal to become a certified yoga teacher. I expected to find knowledgable instructors, days filled with yoga practice, studying the ins and outs of every asana, detailed anatomy lessons, and hours of struggling to memorize Sanskrit names and other yoga terminology. I also expected to meet an odd mix of blissed-out hippies and super bendy model-esque yogis/yoginis. While I did find incredible instructors, [...] Keep reading »
To all of my family, friends, and fellow wisdom-seekers… I am truly grateful to have you in my life. Thank you for being with me now, tomorrow, and every step along the way. Thank you for all you do… For all you are, And all you will become. May you enjoy time spent with family and friends… May you appreciate the richness of this moment… May you allow these words of wisdom to wash over [...] Keep reading »
“I ain’t lived forever but I’ve lived enough. I’ve learned to be gentle and I’ve learned to be tough. I’ve found only two things that last to the end; One is your heroes and the other’s your friends.” ~Heroes and Friends by Randy Travis These words echoed through my thoughts as I watched my best friend load up her Jeep and drive away. Just as anyone who watches a loved one depart, my heart welled [...] Keep reading »
Have you ever lost something or someone so important to you, you couldn’t imagine a way through the hurt and pain? First you’re convinced you’re fine, then you’re furious, and before you know it, you have tears streaming down your face and you’re googling: “how to cope with loss.” Ever been there? Um yeah, I have. And after being largely disappointed with my search results, I came to a critical realization: I don’t want to [...] Keep reading »
How many times have you sat next to someone on an airplane, bus, or train without saying so much as “hello” to them? On my recent trip to a BlogWorld conference in New York City, I happened to be seated next to an elegant, well-dressed woman. Our plane was delayed by over an hour, and she appeared quite agitated. I have to admit, she wasn’t all that friendly looking at first, and I didn’t expect [...] Keep reading »
Have you ever met someone who saved up for years just for that one trip to Disney World? Or someone who refused to travel because they didn’t want to lug their kids around? Do you know families who don’t want to travel at all because they value things over experiences? Or maybe they worry about taking that much time off of work? Are you one of those people? Or one of those families? Let me [...] Keep reading »
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