*** *** Kindness is free! Can it make the world a better place? Betty White was a media icon, beloved by both the public and media insiders. Her death resulted in a flood of emotional responses from both groups. Betty is remembered for many things, above all for her joy…
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Praying Boldly on Your Knees Every Day *** *** I learned praying on my knees from my grandmother. When I stayed with her, I have vivid memories of her on her knees by her bed every single night in prayer. I know this was her nightly ritual, but she had…
How to Discover Joy in 2022 – Suggestions for Creating Joy Every Day in the New Year This article appeared on over 3000 news websites. I hope you will enjoy reading it! *** *** Many of us believe that the state of joy can only be found in some far-off…
Amazing New Year, Great New Plan, and My New Word. Come follow along with me. *** *** My recent life has been a constant zigly-zag in motion. Five years ago, I gave up making resolutions and converted to using a word for each year. At that time, I had been…
*** *** As we enter the Christmas season, I want to share with you The 12 Greatest Joys of December. On social media, I asked for you to share with me your greatest joys for the holiday season. This article is a compilation of your responses. *** *** On the…
The Pandemic’s Toll On Our Mental Health Is Staggering, But We Can Find Joy Everywhere. *** *** Today the headlines dramatically illustrate the breadth and scope of the ill effects brought on by the Covid 19 pandemic. It has affected our lives in many ways from stress and alcohol to…
*** *** We already know that expressing gratitude is a daily activity for all year round. However, since November is National Gratitude Month, I want to talk with you about 5 Motivational Tips to Embrace the Power of Gratitude. Shhh… plus a few bonus tips, too. I have been sharing…
Has your joy diminished since the beginning of the pandemic? Are you struggling to claim joy in your life?I’ve got 15 Tips to Find Joy Even in the Midst of the Pandemic. Come and follow along with me. This article appeared on over 3000 news sites. I am honored to…
My recent post, Four Ideas That Can Help You Move Beyond the Pandemic, appeared on over 1200 news sites. I am honored to share it with you. *** *** A recent article by CNBC stated, “America is ‘closer to the beginning’ of the pandemic than the end.” The article goes…
Joy is our natural default emotion. We came into this world as a joyful being and we are here on Planet Earth to bask in that joy and to expand our joy outward into the Universe. But today, I want to talk with you about seeking joy when you…
After a year’s wait, the Tokyo Olympics are finally coming to life. With the pandemic still being a part of our lives and no spectators at the Olympic events, this year will be like none other before it. So, let’s talk about The Joy of Being Your Own Olympic Star.…
Today I want to share with you my thoughts and my mission in this article, Why I Write About Joy. *** *** “Watch out for joy stealers!” My minister had my immediate attention with his comment. The message was based on 1 Thessalonians 5:16, “Be joyful always.” I left with…
Today, I turn my blog over to Julie Blank. She will show you 4 ways to choose JOY!And, you will find her bio at the end of the post.Take it away, Julie….. *** *** You may have heard the phrase, “happiness is based on circumstances, joy is a choice.” At…
We can all do our share here on Planet Earth. I want to share with you 30 loving ways to make the world a better place by spreading your love to: Family Girlfriends Neighbors Co-Workers Your community *** *** Have you ever heard the Michael Jackson classic Heal the World?…
*** *** JOY is my Truth and my Light! *** What is this joy that I speak of so often? Joy lives at the epicenter of my heart. It fuels my emotions and keeps me in a positive place. Let my truth be heard so others can find their truth. I know…
*** Inhale Blessings and Exhale Happiness *** Ever wondered why all the hype about gratitude? There’s been a lot of research in recent years showing How Gratitude Can Boost Your Happiness. Read on to find out why gratitude is much more than just being thankful. *** *** Gratitude is like…
*** *** Workplaces are changing on a daily basis and sometimes, it’s hard to keep up. Let’s talk about How to Infuse your Workplace with Joy and Happiness. Hopefully, this will help to make your work life a little more pleasant. *** Do you have a vision of your dream…
Overcoming Challenges Series Roundup *** I was amazed at the response to my series on overcoming challenges. So many people were willing, and even eager, to share their personal stories. Today, I want to highlight all the posts in one place and provide you with 5 Simple and Effective Ways…