The America I Know, The Humanity I Know
It's been difficult to avoid the deluge of dissonance in the US Presidential election, but I'm protected by a loyal umbrella: my unshakable faith in humanity.
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How A Yellow Car Saved Me From Myself
This adorably filmed story of a yellow car parked on the street is a perfect example of why it's important to let go of the tiny things rather than stress.
This is an Invitation For You to #LiveLove No Matter What
It's not hard to be a positive influence for everyone in your life if you simply choose to #LiveLove.
Around the World in 80 Anthems: One Family, 80 Countries, 80 Anthems
Some people can't even recite their own national anthem, but this girl learned the songs of 80 other countries– in the native language, to benefit a charity.
Three Ways To Live Positively With Confidence
Fear and self-doubt can be the biggest obstacles we face in life. While some turn to drinking, shopping or eating, there's a healthier answer – positive thinking.
What Mindfulness Has Taught Me About My Father's Suicide
My father died 39 years ago, taking his own life after my 13th birthday. Father's Day triggered sadness & self-pity for years until I found mindfulness.
Nine Everyday Ways to Give Back Without Opening Your Wallet
If you want to improve your mood with a quick-fix of kindness, check out these free ways to give back to your community.
3 Scientifically Proven Ways to be Happier
Until recently, I had no idea that you could fairly easily teach your brain to be happier. As most of us could have guessed, researchers have found that positivity (having a positive outlook) makes us happier. Research shows that we are happier and more open to possibilities when we notice the positive. Positivity has also […]
How Positive Media Can Make Us Better People
For a long time, media researchers focused entirely on the harmful effects of media, but a new set of studies show it can also spread goodness on a wide scale.
Moms Should Celebrate Mother's Day By Putting Their Own Minds First
Receiving flowers and breakfast in bed is a pleasant temporary solution to a constant problem: how do moms keep from being stressed the other 364 days?
The Next Mozart? 6-Year Old Piano Prodigy Wows All
6-year old Emily Bear was born to play piano -- and started playing at age two. She has wowed audiences, and recently performed at the White House. She even composes her own music.
Prodigy Becomes a Doctorâ at 21 (Video)
This week, 21-year-old Sho Yano will complete the journey he began as a 9-year-old college freshman, becoming one of the youngest students in history to receive an M.D. He earned his PhD at age 19 and will now launch a medical career as a pediatric neurologist so he can work with children. (Video)
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