“You’re so fat.” “You’re so ugly.” “You’re a failure.” “You always do this.” “You don’t deserve to be happy.” So many of us would never speak this way to others. We know that such words cut deep. That they have a lasting … [Read more...]

It can seem at times as though kindness is losing popularity. We see selfishness in the news. Hear about those who harm others. Story after story of violence and exploitation. It’s not often that we hear about people helping … [Read more...]

We’re often given the impression that we have to be positive. That we should always look on the bright side. That we should feel good. That we should think good thoughts. There’s certainly value in keeping perspective. Counting our … [Read more...]

Sometimes we put so much pressure on ourselves. Like we have to do things perfectly. Make grand efforts. Go all in. Either that, or do nothing at all. When we’re not feeling up to a full workout. When we aren’t able to prepare the … [Read more...]

We get so caught up in what’s going on around us. What we see on the news. What we read on social media. What we discuss with friends and family. We recognize that we’re all connected. We see all the problems the world faces. Some … [Read more...]