It has been said that kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. It has also been said that kindness can become its own motive. We are made kind by being kind. That’s why today, I’d like to share 10 reasons why kindness is important in … Read more

  “Time out of mind is time nevertheless, cumulative, informing the present,” Annie Dillard wrote in her meditation on living in the present moment. “From even the deepest slumber you wake with a jolt — older, closer to death, and wiser, grateful for breath.” Indeed, it is only to a heightened awareness that the great … Read more

Imagine this situation: You walk around the house overwhelmed by worry, thinking of a dozen different ways things might go wrong if you take action, and the nagging voice inside your head makes you feel like nothing you do will make a difference. If this sounds familiar or, worse, if it’s something that happens to … Read more

Having trust in yourself and other people is one of the most important pillars of a happy and fulfilling life. Yet, trust is not a right, it’s an incredible privilege that you earn with time and patience. When you gain someone’s trust, it helps your relationships grow deeper. But at the same time, trust is … Read more