Our world is demanding, and our days can be difficult. When I ride the elevator with someone, or stand in line at the check out counter, I have no idea what the person next to me is going through. In that moment however, I am sharing space with another human being, and I have the…
I am feeling very grateful today. I am grateful that I discovered years ago how writing could be so therapeutic for me, grateful that I discovered there was an easy platform I could use to share my thoughts with others and so grateful for all the people who have come along with me every year…
Canadians look forward to Christmas every year, and the first details to nail down, are where to gather for the event. Whose turn is it to host? What are the plans for Christmas Eve? Many people make these plans long in advance because of the need to arrange travel etc. For blended and reconstituted families,…
“A day without joy is like a canvas without color, a melody without harmony. It lacks the vibrancy that makes life’s moments truly resonate, leaving a void where the magic of happiness and fulfillment should have painted the hours with vibrant hues.” – unknown While it is technically possible for someone to exist without experiencing…
When December comes around, watching Christmas movies is one seasonal tradition that is widely practiced and enjoyed. That’s because movies about the holidays often provide us with a sense of nostalgia and joy. “Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” –Hamilton Wright Mabie Christmas movies often promote messages…
Have you heard of the Big Joy Project? The Big Joy Project is a citizen-science research study created by Dr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas, science director at the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley, who believes that happiness, resilience, connection, and kindness are skills that can be taught and developed —with practice. Over time, they can…
