I don’t like it! I really really really don’t like it. I don’t like injustice. I don’t like hatred. I don’t like racism. I don’t like violence. I don’t like guns. I don’t like intolerance. There are many things in this world that I don’t like. And you know what I probably don’t like the …
March 8, 2020, was my last recorded hug count. Cindy offered 35 hugs in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. She’s been joining me for several years as a hug ambassador, and one of my favorite hug experiences took place with her in Niagra Falls as we gave out 506 hugs in 90 minutes. Fast forward to May …
Are you going through a big challenge in your life right now? Perhaps you are feeling alone and need to feel comforted. Perhaps it’s in the workplace, and you need to feel respected. Perhaps it’s in your finances, and you need to feel safe. Perhaps it’s a national or global issue, and you need to …
Are you currently dealing with a loss in your life? Perhaps it’s a family member. Maybe it’s a beloved pet. Or it could be you are grieving someone that is still physically around, such as a past romance, a friendship, or any reason someone may not be part of your life anymore. It could be …
You know, on the days where things are going well, it’s pretty easy to jump out of bed and get your day going. You are excited. You feel confident, and you are ready for the day. What about the days you may face challenges, or are you dealing with setbacks and aren’t sure how to …
I was going over some pictures recently and found some of a vacation in Jamaica. It was such a great trip. We did the Dunn’s River Falls excursion, which was breathtakingly beautiful and a little scary for this girl with short legs. See you walk in a group, often hand in hand up the falls …
Right now, take a moment and ask yourself, ‘do I make people happier entering the room or leaving it?’ Ask yourself, ‘do I see the best in people or the worst in people?’ Ask yourself, ‘how do I want to show up for myself and others?’ Once you have determined how you want to be …
I’m currently reading ‘Nonviolent Communication,’ by Marshall B. Rosenberg. It was written years ago, and I am frankly surprised I’ve not read it before. I’m looking forward to a deeper dive into the book. I would have called it peaceful communication over nonviolent, but I already LOVE it. What are you reading right now that …
I am on it! I choose to stand for LOVE. I choose to stand for kindness. I choose to stand for compassion. I choose to stand for peace. I choose to stand for justice. I choose to focus on solutions while not ignoring problems. I choose to be an ally for marginalized communities and continue …
Today is International Moments of Laughter Day. Who knew! Several years ago, I went to a laughter yoga session with some friends. I had heard of it, but I had not tried it before. It was interesting! And anytime you can find a reason to laugh, as long as it’s not at the expense of …
