The Zen of Groundhog Day

The Zen of Groundhog Day

This past Friday was Groundhog Day and Punxsutawney Phil has given us his prediction – six more weeks of winter. Of course, that depends where in the country you live! That aside, it has become a tradition that many people look forward to and provides great...
Five Bad Habits Affecting Your Relationships

Five Bad Habits Affecting Your Relationships

“The greatest compliment that was ever paid me was when someone asked me what I thought, and attended to my answer.” — Henry David Thoreau This is a wonderful quote by Thoreau that is applicable to any type of relationship. Whether it be coworkers, friends, family,...
Stop Trying to Relax

Stop Trying to Relax

Did you ever notice the more you try, the harder it is? When watching the 2005 holiday movie “The Family Stone” last week, I always enjoy the bar scene with Ben (Luke Wilson) and Meredith (Sarah Jessica Parker). Ben is trying to cheer Meredith up after she feels bad...
Does Thinking Interfere with Happiness?

Does Thinking Interfere with Happiness?

I was working on the computer at home today and I decided to put some music on. Although it may sound mundane to some people, I must say that one of the things I am grateful for in my life is the ability to shuffle my playlist. I can shuffle all my music all day long....