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Mona Lisa Smile – One Simple Step towards Health and Happiness
Why is the image of Mona Lisa so famous? I believe it is because of her natural smile. We feel drawn to her, because she seems to be alive. The way Leonardo Da Vinci captured her smile speaks to his genius. It is not the big clown grin that seems to draw us in, it is the subtle, content smile Read the Rest…
Bring Your Own Bike – Make a Difference
I recently met Joel who created an initiative called “bring your own bike” BYOB. He is going to bike through Malawi, Central Africa to raise funds, interest, and to get bikes to the Taulo Project. BYOBike’s initiative is to establish locally run bicycle tours out of the Taulo Region as a sustainable income generating activity. The bike Joel will bring Read the Rest…
The Joy of Giving
Whenever I give my time or money towards initiatives in which I believe and want to support, I feel empowered. My contribution matters. I can make a difference. I also feel connected to a larger movement of positive change in the world. Through giving my time, my talent or my money, I am contributing to a web of positive connections. Read the Rest…
Positive Change is Possible
It has been an a-May-zing May so far! It began with election day in Canada on May 2nd. We witnessed Green Party leader, Elizabeth May, become the first elected Green Party Member of Parliament in Canada. Her leadership and presence are truly inspiring. This historical moment is an excellent reminder that positive change is possible, even when the odds seem Read the Rest…
Simplify Your Life – How to Make Your To-Do List Work for You
Do you feel overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do lists? You are not alone! These lists evoke negative emotions in most people. They seem like silent reminders showing us just how far “behind” we are and how impossible it is to ever catch up. It doesn’t have to be like this. There is another way to work with your to-do list Read the Rest…
Better Than Chocolate Eggs
This Easter weekend I spent some time gardening. It was a beautiful sunny day and so warm that I was comfortable in my T-shirt, jeans and bare feet. What a treat! I was in the midst of pulling weeds when I discovered to my great surprise a few sugar peas that were barely two inches tall. I had stuck the Read the Rest…
Celebrating SPARK* #50
This month I am celebrating a big milestone: the 50th edition of SPARK*, my online newsletter. On a personal level, John and I are celebrating our first anniversary this month. We are filled with gratitude and joy for our life in loving partnership. It is wonderful to receive comments on my blog and e-mails from SPARK* readers who feel inspired by Read the Rest…
From Self-Sabotage to Success
Often we stand in our own way of achieving and receiving what we most want. This happens when we believe that what we most want is only available in a bundled up fashion with something we don’t want at all. So we take one step in the direction of our dream and then we get scared because we feel as Read the Rest…
12 Tips for Those Who Aspire to Become a Life Coach
From time to time I receive requests for tips from people who are thinking of becoming a life coach. Here are my top 12 tips: Hire a coach and experience coaching as a client. This will help you: Gain experience of what it is like to be coached and an appreciation of the power of the coaching process. Gain experience Read the Rest…
THE MINI-RETREAT SOLUTION: A Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient
I am overjoyed to celebrate the good news: THE MINI-RETREAT SOLUTION is a Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient. The Mini-Retreat Solution has now been honored 4 times: Mom’s Choice Awards®: Gold Living Now Book Awards: Gold Next Generation Indie Book Awards: Gold National Best Books: Finalist I am especially proud to receive this recognition because of the rigerous judging process Read the Rest…