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The Happiness Connection
Have a stress-free Christmas
As Christmas draws ever nearer, are you beginning to stress about all the things that need to be done? Perhaps like me, you still don’t have your tree up,...
Give experiences, not stuff
Stop giving your kids so much stuff for Christmas. No, I am not the Grinch reincarnated. I didn’t even follow this advice myself when my children were...
Why is your child in school?
I recently saw a social media post from a proud parent whose children had brought home great marks on their most recent report cards. I want to start by saying...
Taking the first step
This week marks a milestone in my career as a columnist for Castanet. It was one year ago this week, that my first article was published. Adults learn by taking...
Curiosity can conquer fear
I’m not a huge fan of winter. More accurately, I’m not a huge fan of the kinds of winters we have in the Okanagan. I’d probably love a...
Satisfaction is the key
My parents are celebrating their 64th wedding anniversary this week. When I was a child, the thing that stood out most to me about their wedding was the date....
Name your emotions
I consider myself to be a positive person, but that doesn’t mean I am always happy, or that I couldn’t be happier. I had a situation last week that...
Leap into the unknown
“Get comfortable, with being uncomfortable.” I love this statement by Jillian Michaels because moving out of your comfort zone cannot be avoided....
Perils of miscommunicating
One of the most challenging aspects of life is communication. You think you have expressed your thoughts adequately to be understood, only to find that the...
It seemed like a good idea
When was the last time you had to make a really big decision such as: Should I change jobs? Is this the right person for me? Which house should I buy? ...
Never too late to be happy
What a week! Once again, the world was filled with senseless acts of violence that have affected many of us, even if we weren’t there. The Vegas shooting...
Move slowly to go quickly
Do you love going away on a holiday? Most people look forward to their holidays, even though it often involves a lot of preparation, and catching up after. I...
Connecting with the past
Although my ancestors have lived in Canada for many generations, their ancestors came from different parts of Europe. I have frequently made detours while...
Be yourself bravely
“Don’t air your dirty laundry in front of others.” “Never argue in front of the children.” “When a friend asks you how you...
Let your kid walk to school
Did you walk to school as a child? If you are of a certain age, chances are very good that the answer is yes. Do you let your children walk to school? There is...
Honour your child's effort
Perhaps it is because I was a teacher for so many years that I always approach the end of August with a slight feeling of sadness. For many, it marks the end of...
Do your emotions go viral?
Some of you may use Facebook or another social media platform so you can keep in touch with friends and family. You don’t care about reaching an audience...
Be afraid, but do it anyway
My friend, Chantelle Adams, is leading a day of Courage on Aug. 28. She is encouraging people to face their fears. Facing your fears will undoubtedly involve...
Love long weekends
Being an entrepreneur, my weekends and weekdays tend to blur together, so it is a good thing I have my husband to remind me of upcoming stat holidays. As my...
Discover your Zen
What do you want most for yourself and your family? If you are like most people, your answer will be – to be happy. We all yearn for this elusive emotion....
