Do you consider yourself to be a kind person? I like to think that I am kind…and then I go and do something thoughtless or hurtful, and I have to stop and wonder. Am I really a kind person? So… Read More »How to Use A Kindness Affirmation To Become More Compassionate
Communication during a disagreement is something of an art. The goal is to express your feelings and positions, hear and understand your partner’s perspective, and find a resolution that supports you both. Finding this balance can build trust, confidence, and… Read More »9 Steps to Better Communication During a Relationship Disagreement
I recently hit a major milestone in my life – my husband and I reached thirty-one years of marriage. We’ve now spent more than half of our lives together. I was asked recently by a friend how we’ve stayed together… Read More »How to Make a Relationship Last: 3 Fundamental Needs
Is there a conflict arising between you and your spouse? Before jumping into an unproductive argument, consider these questions to ask yourself before a disagreement. They will help you remain objective, firm, and clear on the subject under discussion, and… Read More »3 Questions To Ask Yourself Before a Disagreement
Gift ideas are a little different for moms over fifty. Whether the gift is for a birthday, Mother’s Day, or special holiday, moms over fifty often don’t “need” anything. It’s time to give some thought to what they really want!… Read More »The Best Gifts for Moms Over 50
Self-confidence is not innate – it is a skill we can all learn and build upon. In this post we will explore 18 strategies to build self-confidence – starting right now. Have you always thought that some people are just… Read More »Skyrocket Your Self-Confidence: 18 Strategies to Build Self-Esteem
Kindness is a choice. In our modern world sometimes it seems that the most important thing we can be is “busy”. But is “busy” a good thing to be? It’s important to take time to be kind, even in our… Read More »Take Time to Be Kind: How to Build Kindness into Your Busy Day
One of the most powerful phrases in the English language is “thank you.” When you want to share thanks beyond words, here are thirteen excellent ideas for very special thank you gifts. We should all get in the habit of… Read More »13 Memorable Thank You Gifts For Someone Special
Do you make the effort to consciously nurture your midlife marriage? Today we take a look at several elements seen with long-term spouses – the keys to a committed relationship. Recently, a fellow blogger reached out to me about guest… Read More »What are the Keys to a Committed Relationship?
Kindness. No matter how much there is in our lives, we can always use more. If you feel you could use a bit more, here are 50 everyday acts of kindness for you to share. The best way to receive… Read More »50 Everyday Acts of Kindness People Will Appreciate
Today I’ve got a collection of somewhat random, but definitely interesting, facts about happiness. These are bits of information that I collected as I was writing several other posts about happiness. I found some of these facts to be mighty… Read More »21 Facts About Happiness That Will Surprise You
Are you a hugger? We all need hugs. Are you someone who gives and receives a lot of hugs? Do you greet people – friends and new acquaintances – with a hug over a handshake? Do you enjoy a good… Read More »The Power of Hugging: Why We Need Hugs