Like anything else, it takes practice to cultivate happiness. — We all want more happiness. Those who are already happy would like to be even happier. A life filled with happiness is a worthwhile goal and readily achievable. But happiness isn’t just about the big things. …

Valuable insights to procrastinate less, achieve more, and be happier with your output. — Perfectionism can be elusive. I didn’t know that I was a perfectionist even though all of the signs were there, including rigidity, increased headaches, impossibly high standards, and a sense of unhappiness no matter what I had achieved. For example, it was a balmy September day in 2006 when I…

Learning to listen to nature’s arboreal allies — For several years, one of my favorite daily rituals has been taking a walk through our property’s cathedral-like aspen grove intricately interspersed with majestic Douglas-fir trees. These arboreal walks sustain and enliven each day, from the buttery, yellow-leafed spring to the frosty, snow-covered winter. As I recently weaved my way…

From the depths of my soul to the expansiveness of your heart, thank you — Two weeks ago, as I prepared for a four-day Nature Immersion (camping and spending every precious, sun-drenched moment outside), I had one of the worst, most excruciating headaches that I’d had in years. …

And here’s a snapshot of what I’ve been up to — There’s been a kaleidoscope of experiences, and I am excited to reconnect with the magnanimous community on Medium and write this article. I thought about sharing one of those “helpful” articles on life and what it means to be human, but honestly felt like that might be odd after a…

Butterflies were electrified and light bulbs glowed without visible power — Nikola Tesla was one of the most radical rule-breakers of science and is considered by many as the greatest inventor in human history. Science enthusiasts remember the engineer and physicist as one of the greatest minds of the 20th century, blending brilliance with the bizarre to give us free wireless…

When we give our animals what they need, they return that love tenfold. — When you hear the words “pit bull,” you may think of a menacing or aggressive dog from some sensationalized headline — but that could not be further from the truth. For over 100 years, pit bulls — a breed that humans created — have fallen victim to a negative reputation…

If you're wondering, you probably are. — Do you regularly experience instances that can’t be explained or rationalized? Maybe you wonder if you have psychic abilities, but you aren’t quite sure. Chances are that if you are asking the question, “am I psychic?”, then you probably have extrasensory abilities to predict, sense, or know things. What is a psychic? A psychic…

Magic is all around us — About a year ago, I heard a clarion call to start sharing tarot card readings, offering love, guidance, and support through our kaleidoscopic world. I didn’t listen at first, brushed it off for a year, but like all things divine, the call didn’t let up. Maybe you’ve had a similar…