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Category Archives: Emotions
In Appreciation of Orange; Celebrating Quiet Confidence
I always disliked orange. It was a very bland color, lacking the sparkle of red or the shine of yellow. Orange paled against the cool hues of blue and purple or the freshness of green. It sat equally with the … Continue reading
Posted in Emotions, Opinion, Philosophy
Tagged Authenticity, Confidence, courage, determination, poise, tenacity
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How to Straddle the Thin Line Between Optimum Performance and Overreaching
I like hanging plaques in my office that have words of wisdom on them. They remind me of what’s important in life and motivate me to pursue my personal mission. The other day, one of my newer plaques caught my … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Getting Ahead, Navigating Life
Tagged brain health, burnout, concentration, emotional health, focus, goals, Overreach, personal growth, stress
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Delight Loved Ones with Heartfelt Messages
Three seconds or less. That is the amount of time it takes for our emotions to process sensory input. And five times less than it takes for the cognitive part of our brain to process that same information. This is … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Navigating Life
Tagged Communication, Emotion, greeting card sentiment, heartfelt, kindness, love, words
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Anger Energy is Real – How Will You Use It?
Several years ago, I applied for and got a contract writing position with a temp agency. I had answered an online ad, been given the information, and went on the interview. It was an exciting opportunity with the possibility that … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Philosophy
Tagged anger, Doing Right, Emotion regulation, intention, motivation, opinion, personal growth, positive energy, self-actualization
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The Subtle Power of Sending Love to Yourself and Others
Many years ago, I discovered the Hawaiian prayer of Ho’oponopono. It is the practice of getting into a meditative state and repeating the mantra: I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you. As I became comfortable with it … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Opinion, Philosophy
Tagged Doing Right, energy, forgiveness, ho’oponopono, intention, kindness, love, personal growth, prayer, self-actualization, words
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A New Way of Looking at Your Gratitude Practice
Gratitude is an amazing emotion. According to Harvard Medical School, gratitude can supply positive emotions resulting in greater happiness. It can improve your health. Gratitude can also provide a means of dealing more effectively with adversity and assist in building … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Navigating Life
Tagged Gratitude, Gratitude Practice, happiness, Health, intention, love, personal growth, self-actualization
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Love is More Important Than Ever
The holidays are a catalyst for one of the greatest forces for good we have. In the midst of the holiday season, even in the throes of social divisiveness and a continuing Covid pandemic, love gains a foothold. Through all … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Philosophy
Tagged Doing Right, holiday greetings, kindness, love, self-actualization
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The Power Behind Your Goals – Three Mighty Forces
If you are a goal-setter (and if you are reading this, you probably are), you know the best practices in how to set goals – write them down, set smaller, more reachable goals, etc. Those are important elements for defining … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Navigating Life
Tagged action, belief, goal-setting, goals, intention, open mind, self-love, self-respect
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Why We Need Wonder in Our Lives and How to Make it Happen
Peter was a sensitive man nearly 70, who became so disconnected from his sense of wonder and mystery that his outlook on life suffered. A pervasive sadness took over with such force that two counselors diagnosed him as “clinically depressed.” … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions, Navigating Life, Philosophy
Tagged amazement, awe, joy, Mystery, opportunity, philosophy, possibilities, significance, wonder
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Stop Lashing Out – When Anger Wins, We all Lose
Anger seems to be taking over everything. New expressions on the age-old emotion have showed themselves in road rage, Internet and social media rants, and harmful behavior directed toward total strangers. A new wave of belligerent travelers are now attacking … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Emotions
Tagged anger issues, Controlling Anger, Doing Right, kindness, lashing out
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