I have some ideas that will help you get through one of the toughest tasks of the year, Holiday shopping. I’m going to give you a way of thinking that will help you select meaningful gifts. Then I will give you gift ideas that you can buy with just a few online clicks. This is […]
During the holidays, visits with your family can be challenging. Here are some tips to help you create positive family visits. 1. Communicate your boundaries prior to getting together. If your cousin is always late for dinner, let her know you expect her to be there by six. If she’s not there […]
I knew I was going to die, as I clutched the steering wheel and screamed, “I don’t want to leave Drew! I don’t want to leave Drew!” I could see the other driver’s face directly in front of me when we collided, and then we both spun around several times, hitting each other […]
I didn’t spend much time in Lexington, KY while I was growing up, just one week per year on family vacations. But that was enough time for my Aunt Sue to make a strong impression on me. Ever kind and present in the moment, she made me feel special, protected, and loved. […]
Imagine you’re trying to row a boat with your spouse and you’re both blindfolded, gagged, and have ear plugs in your ears. Your spouse pulls one way, you pull another, you’re disoriented and you don’t know what direction you’re going in. Even worse, you don’t know what direction you’re trying to go in. Would you […]
The holidays in Southern California are unique. You can watch Boat Parades in your short-sleeved shirt, view the holiday lights of while riding in a Gondola, and stroll around the seaside villages while listening to carolers. Unique holiday experiences abound, but unfortunately, many of us self-generate so much stress during the holiday season we can’t […]
I have written a chapter on “How to Live a Life Filled With Pleasure” for the new book: Inspiration to Realization: Volume III. The book costs $12.00 plus $6 shipping and handling. Order now by using the Add to Cart button below to buy it online.
Sleep more (wake up naturally if possible) Take fish oil supplements List three things you’re grateful for Listen to uplifting music Get moving (aerobic exercise) Boost your serotonin level: get 20 minutes of sunlight (with a hat but no sunglasses) Be more social Block your negative thoughts (when a negative thought pops into your […]
What is gratification? Gratification is a sense of meaning that we gain through concentrated pursuit of a noble or higher purpose. Examples of gratifying activities include: playing the piano, writing a book, helping build houses for Habitat for Humanity, and creating a beautiful garden. Gratification is characterized by challenge, goals, feedback, and […]
Summer is about focusing on pleasure. You probably can’t take the whole summer off like you did when you were a kid, but you can find rejuvenation and renewal in summer activities. To ensure that you enjoy a variety of activities, try making a “Summer Pleasure Plan.” Step One: Carve Out […]