When my son informed me they are considering solar power installation for their house, it was great news. What can be better than harnessing the sun for energy needs especially when there is lots of sunshine? Of course, they have a lot of research to do since they need to make…
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Would you love to have everything you want in life right now? After all, life’s too short and you probably have things you need and things to do and places to go! If only! However, life isn’t like that. You can’t have it all now, and unfortunately, so many people get…
“Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. “― Suzy Kassem Do you find yourself constantly filled with self-doubt over your decisions? Are you always worrying about what others think about you, what you do, what you say, their reactions to your actions or opinions? You are not alone! You are…
Take your home from chaotic to peaceful with these 7 tips on how to make your home more relaxing! We lead such hectic lives that we literally live in our workplaces or are commuting, rather than spending time at home. The fast pace, the frenzy—it all begs for a concerted effort…
While there are certainly some critical distinctions between being a collector of fine things and a hoarder, both lifestyles can often blur the line between what is considered normal and abnormal behavior. Collectors vs Hoarders In general, collectors are considered to have a well-defined purpose for their collections, whether monetary value,…
There are things in life that we want but don’t need, and this appears to be the mantra of the modern world. So, what is the solution? We keep hearing stories of minimalism with people selling everything they own, and downgrading to a small home, but the reality is that minimalism…
Even mopping can be enjoyable when we practice mindful cleaning. I was reading Thich Nhat Hanh’s book Peace is every step for the nth time last week. Especially wonderful are the mindfulness exercises related to mindful cleaning, eating, listening and many more. It is a lovely book that brings a sense…