“When we look at things that improve well-being, I think nature should be a well-being prescription for everybody.” ~ Pelin Kesebir Most books, songs, and movies these days are about the human experience. Some are positive, some are negative, and some are down-right raunchy. But what about books, songs, and movies that explore the nature… Continue reading Technology and Mental Health: Will Well-Being Suffer as Nature Words Disappear?
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Affirmations for Kids and Teens: Learning to Live Life with Positivity
A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events and outcomes. It is a catalyst and it sparks extraordinary results. ~ Wade Boggs It’s never too early to introduce positive thinking into one’s life. When children practise positive affirmations, they learn to embrace a positive attitude towards life. The more they practise, the… Continue reading Affirmations for Kids and Teens: Learning to Live Life with Positivity
Positive Thinking: The Power of Daily Affirmations
“It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” ~ Paulo Coelho What are daily affirmations? The word affirmation derives from the Latin term affirmare, meaning “to make steady, strengthen.” Affirmations are defined as emotional support or encouragement. Daily affirmations are described as positive phrases a person repeats to the self… Continue reading Positive Thinking: The Power of Daily Affirmations
Mindfulness for Teens: Helping Teens with Anxiety
"Mindfulness is paying attention here and now, with kindness and curiosity, so that we can change our behaviour." ~ Dr. Amy Saltzman My daughter is 15 years old. And, she has recently started to worry about everything. She worries about school. She worries about friends. She worries about body image. She worries about what courses… Continue reading Mindfulness for Teens: Helping Teens with Anxiety
The Importance of Gratitude in Life
“I don't have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness—it's right in front of me if I'm paying attention and practising gratitude.” ~ Brené Brown Gratitude is defined as the readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. When we show appreciation for someone or something, we invite happiness into our life and the… Continue reading The Importance of Gratitude in Life
Tips on How to Incorporate a More Positive Flow of Energy into Your Life
Arranging a home to hold happiness in place is the primary goal of feng shui. ~ Terah Kathryn Collins Colour affects our mood, feelings, and emotions. It’s that simple. Glancing at a particular colour can leave you feeling anxious, or stressed, or calm and relaxed. If you’ve been to a spa, you’ve probably noticed the… Continue reading Tips on How to Incorporate a More Positive Flow of Energy into Your Life
How to Rewire Your Brain to Be Happy
Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions. ~ Dalai Lama Are you feeling like you could be a happier person but optimism isn’t your strong point these days? Well, you’ve come to the right place. “Training your brain to be positive is not so different from training your muscles at… Continue reading How to Rewire Your Brain to Be Happy
Homemade Organic Magic Shell: Only Two Ingredients
Cast your mind back to when you were a kid and your mother poured Magic Shell over your ice cream. Remember how you watched in amazement as the chocolate sauce hardened over the ice cream? It was oh-so delicious but (and here’s the adult point of view) Magic Shell is filled with lots of bad… Continue reading Homemade Organic Magic Shell: Only Two Ingredients
A Quick and Easy Way to Boost Your Confidence
"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence." ~ Helen Keller More often than not, we are guilty of allowing negative thoughts--pessimism--to creep into our minds and essentially squash opportunities that come our way. Never underestimate the power of optimism. Positive thinking plays a huge role in one’s… Continue reading A Quick and Easy Way to Boost Your Confidence
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