I feel like I’m being liberated.  Over the past several years I’ve had to admit a dirty little secret to myself.  I’m a bit of a perfectionist. As a high achiever and someone with high standards, I had a tacit belief that things would always fall into place. I didn’t realize I was a perfectionist. I’m…

It may not be all you need at this point, however the quality of our relationships is the single biggest predictor of happiness and well-being. How’s your love life? Are you spending so many hours caring for others that you have too little time for those you love? Are you putting forth so much energy…

There are things we know but don’t articulate well.  Tal Ben-Shahar has written clearly about the power of gratitude especially when it is articulated and expressed. Here is what he wrote in Being Happy, “The word appreciate has two meanings.  The first meaning is “to be thankful,” the opposite of taking something for granted. The…

I’m so excited. In February, I’ll be starting an 11 month program to become certified in Positive Psychology. I decided to begin the reading now while I have a little time.  The first book is Flourish by Martin Seligman.  I’ve owned this book for a while but not read it until now.  What fun I’m…

I’m so excited. In February, I’ll be starting an 11 month program to become certified in Positive Psychology. I decided to begin the reading now while I have a little time.  The first book is Flourish by Martin Seligman.  I’ve owned this book for a while but not read it until now.  What fun I’m…

While each day offers a new beginning, today is special. May this New Year bring fulfillment of the promise it offers for you to flourish.