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Attaining Happiness Without a Winning Lottery Ticket
Is happiness really as simple as a warm puppy? Stopping to smell the flowers? Or as materialistic as a winning lottery ticket? There have been scores of philosophers and theologians over the years attempting to define happiness and to identify its components. But recently Michael J. Fox, living with Parkinson’s for over 20 years put it more plainly: I really love being alive. I really love my family and my work. I love the opportunity I have to do things. That’s what happiness is. If you’re working to increase your … Continue reading
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Becoming Thankful and Grateful
When you’re a member of the Sandwich Generation, it’s not easy to take care of your family in flux – growing children and aging parents. With all the stresses you face daily, preparing for Thanksgiving may seem like another added burden. But this year, why not make a plan to bring some new traditions to your holiday tablewhich will lower your levels of stress and raise the levels of meaning for the whole family? In your busy life, sometimes it’s hard to focus on what you are thankful for but … Continue reading
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