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Creating Holiday Memories: 5 Meaningful and Affordable Christmas Gifts

While the allure of giving extravagant presents may be tempting, the true essence of gift-giving lies in the sentiment behind the gesture. This year, consider the joy of giving something that goes beyond just the price tag – consider giving something that conveys love, thoughtfulness, and reminds them of cherished memories together. To do that, […]

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Cultivating Gratitude: The Gateway to a Fulfilling Life

Happiness is one of the most wonderful and exhilarating emotions of the human experience. And the best news is that experiencing the sheer joy of being alive is well within reach. It starts by cultivating thoughts of gratitude for what’s going on in your life, regardless of the circumstance. Gratitude is the gateway emotion that allows

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Why You Need a Daily Gratitude Practice + 3 Easy Ideas To Get Started

Plus, Five Science-Backed Health Benefits That Will Convince You to Start Now. You might say “thank you” with the intention of making someone else feel good and appreciated, but did you know practicing gratitude benefits YOU just as much as those around you? It’s true! Now… I know that this whole “gratitude thing” isn’t new

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4 No-Gift Ways to Show Appreciation During the Holidays

When was the last time you took some time to tell someone how much they mean to you? If there’s one thing this year has taught us, it's that relationships matter. One of the best ways to let others know you care about them is to actually tell them. And you can do that without

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2 Loving Ways to Appreciate Yourself More This Season

How often do you show yourself appreciation? Chances are, not enough. And when you’re hard on yourself, it can easily lead to more negative thoughts. This, in turn, can impact how you approach your life and relationships and how you see the world around you. Imagine if that were reversed. Think of going through your

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3 Creative Ways To Pay It Forward This Weekend

"It was the best of times. It was the worst of times." This famous line from Charles Dickens was originally written to kick off his 1859 famous novel A Tale of Two Cities. But it's safe to say that it could also describe today. On one hand, we’ve endured countless challenges recently within our world,

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The Refreshing Benefits of Sunshine

With the long, sunny summer days officially here many of us may turn to outdoor activities to get some extra rays. While we all know that getting outside is a great way to increase your daily activity, did you know that getting regular sun exposure has some serious health-promoting benefits? That’s right – soaking in

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How to Turn Holiday Overwhelm Into Delight

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!”  The lights are twinkling, the hot cocoa is poured, and you’re cozied up to a warm fireplace with your loved ones. For many, this is a season of family, laughter, and celebration. But, it’s also a time of year that can get even the jolliest of us stressed

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The Pessimist’s Guide to Gratitude

Your mother was right–say thank you. Scientists have now proven what your mother always knew–it’s good to be grateful.  Being grateful is more than just politeness; it’s actually good for your health and well-being. In a study by Robert A. Emmons, of the University of California, and Davis and Michael E. McCullough, of the University

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