Reversing the Fear Button

Why is fear so powerful and convincing? When we see or hear something that pushes our primal fears; of not having enough shelter, food, or good health, our fear center takes us over and we become powerless.
Suddenly we start to listen once again to that false voice of self-criticism inside us.  The ones that tells [...]

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Stress Relief

Photo by scragz
We all need it.  Even when things are going well, we are often busy with one task after another, going from work to taking care of the kids and keeping the house in order.  Some stress is good, but often when we are working hard and things are great, we think we can [...]

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Get rid of stress fast.

Paperwork by anomalous4
Stress in small doses can be invigorating and challenging, pushing us to do our best. But how many people do you know lately that have only a small dose of stress?  Not many I’ll bet.
So how do you find ways to combat the effects of stress?  Those tense, tight shoulders, stiff neck, and [...]

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Zany Fun!

Sometimes we just need to have some weird and wacky fun. That useless nonsense that gives us a boost of happiness and some giggles too.  So where do you turn for hilarity and unabashed silliness?  Here are a few of my favorite places:
Hoops and Yoyo – this website is totally outstanding.  The characters are cute, [...]

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How to Fill Your Life with Peace and Joy.

Double bows by Nicholas_T
These are things everyone wants to know, especially around Christmas and New Year.  How do I add more peace and joy to my life? How can I be less stressed and more serene?  How can I be less upset and sad and more joyful and happy?
My answer is “You have to work [...]

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Getting Past Your Suffering.

Nature Flowers 29 by Christian Revival Network
The last month has been very hard for me as a beloved family member finally passed away this weekend.  While she had been sick since January of last year, we kept our hope that recovery was possible.
At the same time there were difficulties, disturbances, problems, and confusion, some due [...]

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Take a News Break.

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Relaxing in Maldives by nattu
These days it almost seems like the world will end.  Will your candidate get chosen and save our country?  Can the financial mess on Wall Street be straightened out or will I lose everything?  What new train wreck, catastrophe or problem is lurking [...]

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