Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.

Never underestimate the importance of removing stuff you don’t need. Encouragement provides us with motivation. It invites us to dream dreams of significance for our lives. And it begs us to ...

The Danger of Assuming Your Experience Is Universal

There is a small nuance in language that I often find myself chiming in on when I see a need to do so. At first, the adjustment seems and sounds small. But in reality, there is a life-giving ...

163 Gratitude Journal Prompts to Become More Grateful

Do you often feel surrounded by negativity?  Every day we are bombarded by bad news, political discord, and catastrophic world events. But if you turned off the television, shut down your ...

Quick Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl (High Protein, 15 Minutes)

I created this Greek Chicken Rice Bowl recipe because I was constantly craving CAVA, but I live in a small town without one nearby. This means I had to get creative in my own kitchen. I wanted ...

3 Things My Aunt Did That Made Saying Goodbye a Little Easier

Note: This is a guest post from Joe Darago, Executive Director of The Hope Effect, and a friend of mine for over 30 years. I come from a big family—five sisters and me—filling every corner of ...

118 Gratitude Affirmations to Brighten Your Day

Expressing gratitude is an important part of being happy. In fact, there are countless mental and physical benefits to being thankful on a daily basis. And one of the simplest ways to build this ...

How to Handle the Freeze Response: Conquering Your Fear

You see it in animals all the time. The proverbial “deer in the headlights” where a creature is so overcome by a state of paralysis that they do nothing. Unfortunately, people do this too, and it ...

13 Free Printable SMART Goals Worksheets for 2026

Do you find that you aren’t getting anywhere with your goals? Maybe you have your goals written down. Perhaps you even placed what you’ve written in a prominent spot to help you visualize what ...

The Power Of Modern Med Spa Care

In today’s busy world, feeling tired has become the new normal. Between work, family, and the constant pull of daily responsibilities, many people struggle to find the ...

20 Stats That Show Exactly How Much Time and Money We Can Save Through Minimalism

Imagine saving hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars each year—just by owning less. These 20 stats show how. Most people I know want more time and money. In most cases, I can see why. ...