Actionable Advice for Injecting Positivity Back into Your Life
Find joy
Ever find yourself just going through the motions, feeling totally jaded with life? Yeah, me too. But guess what? There are a few things you can do to find a bit of brightness in the darkness.
First off, you can do something to change up your routine. Doing the same thing day in and day out can really wear you down, so why not switch things up a bit? Try taking a different route to work, cooking a new recipe for dinner, or even rearranging your furniture. It might sound simple, but sometimes a little change is all it takes to break out of a rut.
Next, let’s address the elephant in the room: social media. We all know it can be a breeding ground for comparison and negativity, so consider taking a break. You don’t have to go completely off the grid, but limiting your screen time and focusing on real-life connections can do wonders for your mental health.
Speaking of real-life connections, don’t underestimate the power of a good old-fashioned chat with a friend. Reach out to someone you trust, grab a coffee, and vent about whatever’s been weighing on your mind. Sometimes, just getting things off your chest can make a world of difference.
You can also take a walk outside, savor your morning cup of coffee, or simply pause to admire a beautiful sunset. Trust me, those little moments of joy can add up. The day isn’t right without waking up to coffee and a little time with my sweetie. I’ll leave you to wonder if that’s my husband or the dog. We contemplate all the things about life.
What do you do? Think about what brings you joy while you enjoy some of our latest reads.
5 High-ROI Morning Habits To Develop (Instead of Picking Up Your Smartphone) by Darshak Rana
I was glued to my smartphone from the moment I woke up in the morning until I went to bed. I was always on social media, checking emails or playing games. → READ MORE
Why Most People Will Never Achieve Their Fitness Goals by Desiree Peralta
I started exercising six years ago, three of which I achieved absolutely nothing.
At some point, I thought that gym was not for me, that I needed supplements or something extra to start achieving my goals, or that I had a medical condition that didn’t let me have results properly. → READ MORE
A Truly Dangerous Meditation Trap Very Few Reveal To You by Neeramitra Reddy
“What if my numb left leg needs to be cut off?”, fear gripped my heart.
It was day 5 of my first Vipassana course — and our first-ever Adhitthan was underway. Called ‘The Sitting of Strong Determination’, Adhitthan meant (at least) an hour of unmoving meditation. →READ MORE
From Former Therapist to Current One: An Unexpected Journey by Crystal Jackson
I wasn’t going to be a therapist ever again. That’s what I told myself when I left. I burned out, and I knew that I had to walk away.
I walked away from a master’s degree I had worked hard to earn → READ MORE
Breaking Free From Diabetes by Matt Lillywhite
I’m standing next to my grandfather’s bed in the final days of his life. He extends his frail hand toward me and can no longer see faces — only silhouettes. → READ MORE
Finding Meaning in Our Passover Experience by Jill Ebstein
In just a little over one week, we will be sitting around the seder table, celebrating Passover. At the ripe age of 66, I’ve been doing this for decades, and yet it never gets old. → READ MORE
Moving Away From Home Isn’t All It’s Said To Be by Jesse Pedersen
This time last year, I left my hometown in New Jersey and moved to Eugene, Oregon.
I was inspired by my sister who had moved away 3 years before. I had visited her a few times and was intrigued by the vibrant city, its liberal policies, and its proximity to nature. → READ MORE
Why and How Do We Tell Others About Our Belief in Jesus? by Janis Cox
It’s not as easy to type anymore. But with a thumb splint and finger splint, it is possible.
What do you do if you find your way blocked by what you want to accomplish? Do you give up? → READ MORE
On Meeting a Hermit on Top of a Mountain Peak by Abhishek
A den-like room filled with the smoke of incense and weed, with a fire burning in the middle for warmth and cooking. A half-unclad Sadhu, with all his paraphernalia and an assuming sense of authority, returned my greetings with a twinkle. I was supercharged with fervour. → READ MORE
The Ancient Indian Secret to Unlocking Ultimate Happiness (It’s Not What You Think!) by Gaurav Dahiya
There’s a common saying in India that describes the joys of life so well that everybody relates to it. I don’t know where it originated from, but it was definitely from some great philosopher whose name has been lost with time. → READ MORE
Extend Your Trips for a Better Experience by Maureen Considine
Did you know that the average stay for visitors to Paris is three days? Three days! During which they try to cram in all the tourist spots that they can in those short days. → READ MORE
Beyond Borders: Why Colouring Outside the Lines Feels Risky by Elaine Hilides
“It’s no good, “ James slumped in the chair. “I’ll never be able to colour outside the lines.”
He wasn’t talking about adult colouring books but his inability to break out and stop conforming. → READ MORE
Sending healthy wishes for your week,
Nicole
