It’s hard to achieve success in life. Most often it takes a lot of work, some degree of talent and sure, a bit of luck. The thing is, not everyone is willing to put in the time and effort required to achieve real and lasting success. Not everyone is willing to put aside the fun …
My Positive Outlooks
Parents gave daughters container homes When they’re tiny babies, it seems that parents can make any space work, whether it’s a studio unit or an apartment. But as the years pass and the kids grow up, your tiny house will be just that― tiny. Unfortunately, it can become a serious living situation when your space …
“Everyone has the ability to build mental strength, but most people don’t know how. We spend a lot of time talking about physical strength and physical health, but much less time on mental strength and mental health. We can choose to perform exercises that will help us learn to regulate our thoughts, manage our emotions, …
It was an eventful day for Grace Manor Care Center, a senior living facility in Burlington, Colorado. Leonard and Shirley Matties were about to celebrate their 72nd wedding anniversary, but this time, it will be the most memorable one yet. When Ardis Behrendsen, a Certified Nurses Aide, discovered the 91-year-old couple’s anniversary was nearing, she …
There’s beauty in imperfection. What some people may consider odd, unappealing, or ugly is something you can be proud of and inspire others to embrace their flaws and imperfections. Xueli Abbing is a girl born with albinism. Because albinism is sometimes seen as a curse in some parts of China, Xueli’s biological parents left her …
In the era of social media, scrolling through seemingly idyllic snapshots of couples sharing joyous moments can lead one to believe that all romantic partnerships are perpetually awash in happiness. These images, carefully curated to showcase affection and laughter, create an illusion of picture-perfect love stories. Yet, in the realm of reality, the actual dynamics …
Are you in a relationship with a narcissist? That word gets thrown around a good deal these days. So what is a true narcissist and what happens if you love someone who has these traits? What are the traits of narcissism? He displays a terribly inflated ego or sense of importance and seems to believe the …
It’s been two months since my bone marrow cancer diagnosis. Two weeks since I returned home from my first visit to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle. Two days until my first bone marrow biopsy – the results of which will designate me as Stage 1, 2 or 3. Myeloma doesn’t have a Stage 4. …
During a 2016 spring training game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Atlanta Braves, a potentially disastrous moment was narrowly averted when a Pirates’ player lost his grip on a baseball bat, sending it flying out of control and nearly striking a young boy in the face. The close call occurred as Shaun Cunningham and …
Depression is still one of the most alarming mental health issue of our generation. According to statistics from the World Health Organization, about 280 million of people across the globe are suffering from depression in 2023. About 21 million adults in the United States suffered major depressive episode this year, according to Forbes magazine. Because …
Narcissistic parents are individuals who have an excessive preoccupation with themselves, a lack of empathy for others, and a constant need for admiration and validation. “The hateful and stinging words of a narcissistic parent can linger in the mind of an adult child long after the adult has left home” – Shannon Thomas When children …
Najwa Zebian is a remarkable bestselling author whose words have touched the hearts and minds of countless readers worldwide. Born with an innate passion for writing, Najwa embarked on a journey of self-discovery, using her experiences as a compass to navigate through life’s complexities. Her powerful and poignant works explore themes of resilience, empowerment, and …