It’s no secret the art soothes the soul but many people are intimidated by the prospect of creating their own art. If this is you then you’re denying yourself the chance to be smarter and happier. Arts, hobbies, and crafts are in the top six happiness inducing activities according to research. What you
The days are getting shorter, the temperature is cool No more basking in the sun, or floating in the pool My heart is feeling heavy, but I know a special art A list of happy thoughts, to keep springtime in my heart As my wonderful friends in the northern hemisphere celebrate
There it is. That sick feeling in my stomach combined with a kaleidoscope of butterflies reminding me of my terror. On the really bad days, it’s hard to make my legs work, my hands are shaky and I’m sweating. But my children are waiting – tiny infants school kids waiting for mum to
It is said that a job worth doing is worth doing well and I agree, but it does not have to be, nor can it be, perfect. Do you find your urge for perfection slows you down – or even stops you in your tracks? You are not alone. A large percent
The Key to Happiness What makes a fabulous friend? Friends are the key to happiness, according to Carlin Flora, author of Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are. Friends are a vital part of determining who we are and the direction our lives will take. Even past friendships have influenced the
Keeping the balance in your life is essential to happiness. Try these tips to keep the balance is your busy life.
Every day I see the empty house next door and wonder what has become of the beautiful lady who lived there for so many years. Lin was a dream neighbour – not too nosey, not one to drop in, but quick to help when you needed it.
HOW ARE YOU FEELING? Are you happy where you are right now? There are less than two weeks left of this year and it’s a good time to take stock and celebrate what you’ve achieved, acknowledge what you’ve learned and make a plan that incorporates unfulfilled goals and also the new ones. DON’T
A loved one who was feeling depressed recently blamed me, in part, for her state. The reason? My happy, positive attitude (on Facebook – the husband who lives with me would wonder who she was talking about in real life). That and my generally busy life were making her feel like a failure. I was
Friday the 13th, unlucky or not? It’s all up to you. Happy Black Friday. I hope you have a lucky day. That may sound like an oxymoron – how can one be happy or lucky on such an unlucky day? The truth is it’s only as unlucky as you choose to believe.
