There are times in our lives when we need to go it alone. When we are incubating a dream or completing a project, it is important to have solitude so we can focus. Many of us have times of introversion, and require frequent alone time to feel comfortable and grounded. But humans are social creatures….

Some say that you are what you eat. And while that may be true on a physiological level, I think an even deeper truth is that you are what you say. The power of our words to shape reality is incredible. Scientists are discovering what the mystics of many traditions have known since the beginning…

The law of attraction is a guiding principle in my life and the lives of many others. It works with the idea that we create our reality by our thoughts and feelings. But what if you end up attracting challenging or negative situations and people? What do we do when we manage to only get…

More than $11 billion is spent each year on antidepressants in the United States. That startling statistic provides some insight into the number of people in America who live with depression ranging from clinical depression to feeling down. Many more people experience depression but avoid medication because of the side effects or would rather use…

Depression affects millions of people all over the world. When you are in it, its like someone has sucked all the light out of a room. For some people, depression is a chemical imbalance requiring medication. But many people suffering from this debilitating illness can be helped by a few dietary and lifestyle shifts. A…

Whoa scary, right? Who doesnt have a fear of death? And yet most religions and philosophies contain the wisdom that it is the fear of death rather than death itself that is the most dangerous part of life. But Fear Itself I say fear of death is dangerous to life because fear hardens us and…

For many, finding the so-called meaning of life is a life-long process. Ive spoken to people who believe the meaning of life is related to religion or family or humanity, or in some cases, even their lifes work. Over time, Ive learned to synthesize all of these opinions into my own personal belief: the meaning…

Some people are born lovers, but most of us could use a little help from time to time. Especially if you have been with your partner for many years or are under a lot of stress, just getting in the mood or staying in it can be challenging. And while a foundation of health in…

Stress is a reality and, for many, it can become a way of life. Sometimes we simply feel like we arent living if we arent stressed about something. The reality is, however, that stress can have very damaging effects on your mind and body. Understanding Stress The word stress actually refers to your bodys response…

Choosing to share life with another person is one of the most beautiful, and most challenging, experiences imaginable. Many traditions say that we are born to experience, learn from, and share love. And for many people, myself included, this learning is most intense with the people we love the most deeply. But What Do We…