BlogHarvesting Happiness: There Are Three Sides to Every Story
By Lisa Cypers Kamen. Since what seems like the beginning of time, people attempting to diffuse disagreements have told people wrapped up in the quarrel that "there are two sides…
BlogCalm to Avoid the Storm
By Gail Lynne Goodwin. My husband and I are sailing a beautiful 42' sailboat named Hula Kai off the US/Canadian Coast, for two weeks. I think one of the reasons…
BlogWrite Your Bucket List
By B. Lynn Goodwin. I never saw Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson in The Bucket List, but I know the movie inspired people around the world to make their own…
BlogUnexpected Answer
By B. Lynn Goodwin. Yesterday I opened iTunes and clicked on my Garth Brooks file, so I could hear an old favorite, "Unanswered Prayers." "Just a little diversion," I told…
BlogWho Rescued Who?
By B. Lynn Goodwin. "See the decal? It's a dog's paw print that says, 'Who rescued who?' Good question, don't you think?" Even though I was picking up his prescription,…
BlogHarvesting Happiness: Laughter Is My Gateway Drug
By Lisa Cypers Kamen. They're not kidding when they say laughter is contagious. Just think back to the last time you really laughed. No, a quiet chuckle under your breath…
BlogHarvesting Happiness: Living the Conscious Life
By Lisa Cypers Kamen. Have you ever thought about the power of gratitude? We've discussed the idea of a gratitude journal before. What emotions are linked with happiness? Optimism, hopefulness,…
BlogHarvesting Happiness: Focus on Being Positive
By Lisa Cypers Kamen. Focus on being positive. Stop yourself from saying things like "I'll never finish this project" or "I'll never have a good relationship." Replace these thoughts with…
BlogAn Open Letter to Mikko McPuppers
By B. Lynn Goodwin. On our first walk you rounded the corner with pride, and looked up to say, "See how well I do this? I don't tug on the…
YouthToday’s Brilliance from Rachel Coker
When I was ten-years-old, all I wanted to do was grow up and become a Broadway actress. I was an awkward, lonely child, and I guess it took away a…
YouthToday’s Brilliance from Sean Martin
I think you do not know love and appreciation until you rescue or adopt an animal. With so many homeless animals, I wish more people would ADOPT, not shop. I…
YouthToday’s Brilliance from Zara Singh
I found a key, That unlocks a treasure chest, Is it empty? Or is it filled with jewels and diamonds, Silver and gold? The key was hidden But now it…