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Spring is a State of Mind

Mar 31, 2022 ● By Marlaina Donato

Spring, in all her punctual glory, teaches us the vital necessity to court our passions, and there is no better time than now.

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Journaling to Access Inner Wisdom

Feb 28, 2022 ● By Nadine Kenney Johnstone

When we’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious, we can find the inner wisdom we need with these simple journaling steps.

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Living in the Frequency of Love

Jan 31, 2022 ● By Marlaina Donato

Most of us refer to love as an emotion, but in essence, love is a verb, a powerful call to action that not only inspires but heals.

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Open a Door of Transformation Into 2022

Dec 30, 2021 ● By Susan Curry

Here’s a guide for creating a personal mode of operation that will keep us on that path.

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Why Words Matter

Dec 30, 2021 ● By Marlaina Donato

While communicating our words can be effective means of bonding, learning, teaching and healing, they can also be harmful, which is why it is important to remember the power they possess.

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Circles of Healing: The Power of Gathering in Community

Nov 30, 2021 ● By Linda Sechrist

Small support groups, such as wisdom circles, story circles, power of eight intention circles, prayer circles and dialogue circles, are creating experiences of wholeness and belonging.

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Season of Light: Celebrating the Soul of Winter

Nov 30, 2021 ● By Marlaina Donato

Winter has its own jewel-toned beauty that rivals summer’s most dazzling hour if we pay attention.

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Dying Well: Four Steps to a Good Death

Oct 29, 2021 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Proactive, concrete steps that ease dying—getting clear on our values and desires, having important conversations, attending to final decisions and opening to our spiritual process.

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The Healing Power of a Hug

Oct 29, 2021 ● By Marlaina Donato

Hugs have proven power to soothe and nurture us, and it’s not necessary to have another human to enjoy their physical and mental health benefits.

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The Quiet Power of Intuition

Sep 30, 2021 ● By Marlaina Donato

Having strong intuition can enable us to not only endure, but prosper. Adopting these simple habits and activities can help us to foster our intuitive inner voices.

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The Power of the Written Note

Aug 31, 2021 ● By Julie Peterson

Sending off a quick message by email or text comes easy enough, but a handwritten note ensures the recipient will feel appreciated by the time and effort it took.

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Smiling Can Make Us Happier

Jul 30, 2021 ● By Julie Peterson

The benefits of smiling including increased happiness, reduced stress and anxiety, lowered blood pressure and heart rate and less pain.

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The Power of Playfulness

Jun 30, 2021 ● By Marlaina Donato

Research shows that playtime is good for the soul and provides benefits like reduced depression, stronger emotional resilience and higher productivity. Here are fun ideas for adult play.

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Simple Acts Can Change the World

May 28, 2021 ● By Julie Peterson

It’s easy to feel small and helpless in a world full of big problems, but there are simple, daily actions we can take to change it for the better.

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Three Steps for Facing Difficult Emotions

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Shauna Shapiro

We can build resiliency and find greater clarity, calm and well-being when facing change, uncertainty and stress with these three key steps using mindfulness and compassion.

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