“I don’t believe people are looking for the meaning of life as much as they are looking for the experience of being alive.” – Joseph Campbell The meaning of life has intrigued philosophers, writers, scientists, and theologians for centuries. While the topic of existence and humanity’s purpose will always be debated and speculated, there are…

“Trust is to human relationships what faith is to gospel living. It is the beginning place, the foundation upon which more can be built. Where trust is, love can flourish.” – Barbara Smith Communication The most effective cornerstone in any relationship with a partner, friend, employer, or client is communicating. • You can’t rely on…

“The human race has one really effective weapon, and that is laughter.” – Mark Twain Laughter is important to living—it relieves tension, decreases stress, makes you feel more relaxed, and increases happiness. Here are ten ideas for bringing more laughter into your life: 1. Reminisce with an old friend – Connecting with a friend from…

“You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” – Buddha Many people struggle with the concept of love. They struggle to believe that they deserve love and can have a healthy relationship with another person. This goes for friendships, family relationships, as well as romantic endeavors. Sometimes when…

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