Try a Chai Sipping this fragrant, sweet tea doesn’t just warm the heart—it provides a dose of antioxidants, too, says food writer Monica Bhide. Chai, which simply means “tea” in Hindi, is an integral part of the Indian subcontinent’s culture. From intense spiced black teas with hints...
Read MoreNow that summer is here and school is out, it is time to head outdoors! For people with kids, regular swimming excursions are a normal part of warm-weather enjoyment for the whole family. Yet there are some things to stay aware of as we take...
Read MoreIt’s Not Too Late to Apologize Leaving conflicts unresolved can lead to regret. Imagine a dear friend who was like family. You traveled together, supported each other, celebrated milestones, made speeches at each other’s wedding. Imagine that sometime over the years, the relationship changed. Responsibilities, diverging paths,...
Read MoreFrom a very young age, children are taught to share their toys. You will see this with Infants and toddlers, they love to explore new things by placing them in their mouths, touching them and carrying them around, then another child follows behind and scoops the...
Read MoreZig Ziglar: Defining Success The personal development legend explains how to get everything you want out of life. Few have had as great an impact on as many people as Zig Ziglar. As a sales trainer, motivational speaker and best-selling author, Ziglar has helped millions of individuals...
Read MoreHow Sugar is Affecting Your Spirituality Even the least health-savvy of us know that sugar is not a healthy choice, not just for people looking to improve their bikini bodies, but for anyone interested in living a long and disease-free life. We hear all the time that...
Read More5 Meditations for Navigating Negative, Anxious Thoughts Navigating negative, anxious thoughts is hard. It’s hard when your mind ruminates on rigid thoughts: I should do things quickly. I should be more productive. I should never say things like that. I shouldn’t make mistakes like that. I...
Read MoreHow to Control Anger Sometimes you just need to stop and think…but sometimes that’s the worst thing you can do. Years ago I consulted with a friend who was producing an Anger Management Manual. My own temper had given me a fair amount of trouble in...
Read MoreGet a Life Downtime is crucial for peak performance. You can’t have a decent work/life balance unless you have a life. Follow these tips to make smart choices today so you’ll feel terrific tomorrow and accomplish more in less time. 1. Take breaks. We often lose track of...
Read MoreOld Is the New Black Especially when it comes to starting a business. Some years ago, Karen Venable was in her 50s and newly divorced when a friend asked if she would like to be her housemate. Venable said yes. “It became something of an eye-opener,” she...
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