Most people, as they age, say, past 50, tend to think that their life is almost over. But there are others who think, “Yay! this is a brand new chapter in my life!” I am from the “Yay” group. The difference is attitude. Recently, I came across the book “The Best…
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Getting through a week that is turning out to be busier than I expected, I felt the need for some encouragement, and what better way than from inspiring quotes! I’d like to share some of these with you! I hope they lift your spirits, as they do mine! Whatever the present…
Today, I am honored to share an excerpt from Fran Sorin’s book “Digging Deep:: Unearthing Your Creative Roots Through Gardening” celebrating its 10th anniversary. The updated 10th Anniversary Edition of Digging Deep: Unearthing Your Creative Roots Through Gardening is a powerfully uplifting and transformative self-help book for the creatively and spiritually…
I’ve always wondered how some of the most touching, inspiring, motivating words are from unknown sources. Here is a poem my Mom once wrote in a greeting card for me. Every other day, as I look through some old stuff, I find something from her. Sometimes, it feels like a sign,…
I have realized many times that a healthy dose of motivation coupled with determination will get you almost anything in life. If you are genuinely motivated, the motivation will: get you out of bed constantly remind you why you do what you do When motivation is low, here’s what to do:…
I am always amazed at how, when we keep our minds open, we can learn something or other from someone or other. The trick is to be conscious, mindful. We can find mentors and teachers everywhere we look, in the most unexpected places sometimes. Take the guy who collects the garbage…
Fondly referred to as Bapu and the the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi would have been 145 years old today. As we celebrate the 8th day of Navaratri with the Saraswati puja, dedicated to the Goddess of Knowledge, we also celebrate Gandhi Jayanti, which is a national holiday in India.…