Shapes Within Emptiness
At first it seems so simplistic. You take a few dried leaves, brew them in hot water and pour the results into cups for you…
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How to Approach Dying Well: Tips for a Fulfilling End-of-Life Journey
Death is an inescapable part of the human experience, yet it remains one of the most taboo and feared subjects. In an age dominated by…
Gifts that Make Memories: Thoughtful and Lasting
The best gifts are the ones that keep on giving, and by that, we’re not just talking about the latest gadgets or must-have products. We’re…
Life’s Reflections in the Clouds
Reflection: “Casting back a light or heat, mirroring, or the returning of light or sound waves from a surface.” The word can be personalized and…
5 Ways to Keep Children Engaged With Their Grandparents
A vital part of family life is preserving close ties between children and their grandparents, which promotes love, respect, and relationships across generations. It can…
The Bitter and the Sweet
Longevity is not necessarily a good thing. My mother lived to be 101, and if her experience of aging forecasts mine (dementia, physical disability, years…
How to Stay Connected with your Spiritual Side
Spirituality encompasses the pursuit of life’s meaning and an exploration of the broader world beyond personal encounters. It involves forging a personal link with a…
Here’s to the Quiet Life
What do you think of when you hear the word “introvert”? Your answer will probably depend on whether you yourself are an introvert and where…
How to Tell When Love Is Real
The four-letter word, “love” can be quite tricky. It’s an emotion that people have been trying to define for ages, but we’re still struggling to…
The Serenity of Cultivating a Mindset of Being
In a world that moves at a frenzied pace, it’s easy to lose sight of what’s truly important in life. The demands of daily life…