As World Kindness Day approaches, I thought I’d take a look at generosity as in "Thank you for your generosity." These words are written on countless thank-you notes, expressing heartfelt appreciation. While we often think of generosity as the giving of money or material possessions, it extends far beyond that. Here are some ways to extend generosity without spending a dime.

How many times have you heard (or used the phrase) “Getting older isn’t for sissies!” I listened to a podcast with the title - “The #1 Cause of Chronic Pain & a Decreased Lifespan - Heal Pain Without Medication.” Intriguing, right? I thought so. Here's a bit about it.....

I recently read a poem about living in the dash by Linda Ellis. As I read the poem, I reflected on its message. The dash is important. Whether the length of time on either side of it is short or long . . .

I never had to worry about allergies before. I could eat anything. Nothing bothered me. Until a couple of years ago. I awoke one morning with eyes so swollen they were almost shut. It wasn’t . . .

Have you ever woken up at midnight and tossed and turned until 3:00 a.m.? Or does it take you forever to settle at night once your head has hit the pillow and you end up laying awake for a few hours before drifting off? It’s happening to . . .

I was introduced to Anne Lynch by a friend of mine. She had taken an online class with Anne to manage her chronic pain, and she recognized that I could benefit from taking a class to combat stress and help with getting a better night’s sleep. Anne Lynch founded Know More Stress, a company . . .

As we age, every day tasks can become more challenging. We are forced to adapt, to find new ways of doing things. Like using a heavy vacuum and carrying it up stairs . . .

Listening less to traditional news and finding positive stories to read has helped my outlook. There is such a thing as vicarious traumatization and it can happen when you witness traumatic events in the news. This article provides more positive news resources you might want to consider . . .

As the confetti settles and the New Year begins, it’s time for me to consider a New Year’s Resolution. It can be a great way to focus on self-improvement and personal goals. Many aim to lose weight, eat healthier, start an exercise regimen, or get more sleep. Some, like me this year, will embark on a journey called “Dry January.” Dry January is a . . .

Whether shown in a thank you note or an end-of-year reflection, being grateful has positive benefits. When we focus on the things we are grateful for, we focus on what we have rather than what we lack. And the more we . . .

On a recent flight, it hit me. I’d heard it spoken many times, but this time, I actually listened. In an emergency, securely place your oxygen mask over your mouth and nose, and ensure your mask is fitted before helping anyone else. It starts with me . . .

Unlike Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson in the movie, Bucket List, my focus is not on checking things off before I die. My focus is on living. My bucket list helps me live with intention to enjoy the journey of all my days. And as it turns out, creating one helps with aging and mental health . . .

In a world full of headlines, sound bites, and 280 character posts, sometimes you want “the rest of the story.” You know, something in depth.

Welcome to the world of podcasts. . .

As I watched my groceries being stuffed into bags in the supermarket check out line, it reminded me of an endless amount of clowns coming out of a small VW bug. Only in this case, it was the opposite - items being added as if the bag had no bottom. Just how many more things were going to be put in, and . . .

For a person who doesn’t like to jump into a pool unless it’s 80 degrees, the thought of taking a cold shower is less than inviting. So when my husband greeted me in the morning with, “We’ve got a problem with the hot water tank,” my heart sank.

Gift Giving. It’s a time when we consider another person’s interests, preferences, and needs to choose a thoughtful gift. It’s a form of showing . . .

If you ask my husband, he’d tell you I’ve always been a master communicator - especially when it comes to listing out chores that need to be done around the house. But I wanted to make it official. A Master of Arts in Communication degree would be the ticket! I decided to . . .

I love salad and eat one pretty much every single day. However, eating the same classic salad with iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, and green pepper needs a shake-up every once in a while. How about changing up the base - the greens themselves…

Walking has so many health benefits, and using a FitBit™ or other activity monitoring device is a great motivator. It’s the game of hitting those 10,000 steps . . .

No, I’m not talking about a vehicle’s warranty . We’re talking . . .