Even though the present is right in front of us, so many of us instead live with our focus either rooted in the past or planted in the future. Living in the past can be a difficult temptation to overcome, particularly if there are hurts and wounds that still require healing. But even if you … Read more

  Simplifying our life helps us to be more organized and less stressed. The time that we save by not cleaning or tidying up all the time can be spent doing something more productive. When we are organized and focused, we can enjoy the most prized possessions in life. And the things that are not, … Read more

No matter how much a person has achieved, we all struggle with the occasional temptation of feeling inferior and doubting ourselves. We all wrestle with the temptation to compare ourselves to others in life, and at times it seems like the problem is only getting worse with the rise of social media. Why do I … Read more

Are you always looking for the next best thing? Do you find yourself wishing you had more money, a nicer house, or a better car? If so, you’re not alone. Many people are never content with what they have and are always trying to acquire more. However, there’s a lot to be said for learning … Read more

A meaningful life is ultimately one you can look back on and feel fulfilled by. When life comes to a close, everyone wants to know that they spent the bulk of their time and energy on things that were worth it, and that they wasted as little of themselves as possible on things that don’t … Read more

In our materialistic world, it should come as no surprise that many people struggle with compulsive shopping, which refers to a pattern of purchasing that becomes difficult to stop, and ultimately has harmful consequences. So how do we put a stop to compulsive shopping and not give in to our impulses? If you’ve ever been … Read more

We live in a culture where there are lots of cars on the road, where getting stuck in traffic is part of the norm, and where people regularly spend so much time driving that they often resort to eating in their car. WHY SHOULD YOU DRIVE LESS? On the one hand, it is great that … Read more

When you’re a freelancer, it can be tempting to go all in and work crazy hours to build up your following and earn a living. You may find that you’re spreading yourself thin, trying to master all skill sets, and working around the clock to build your brand. If this sounds like you, it is … Read more

We often associate happiness with having possessions, and with having the ability to obtain more possessions whenever we so desire. We see people walking around with the latest smartphone, shopping for designer clothes, or eating at upscale restaurants, and we assume they must have happy lives. But is that really all there is to happiness? … Read more