Gratitude has inspired both of these women in two very unique ways! See their heartwarming stories here.
A film by Hailey Bartholomew. More at 365 Grateful.
Category: Blog
Thursday Thought
“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” – Anais Nin
Force yourself to unplug while summer is still with us. You will thank me later.
Turn off your cell phone — really and truly, totally off — for several hours today.
Technology can be addictive, and it can change the core of who we are as people. Researchers believe that when we are over-connected to technology (including our email, the Internet, and our cell phones) we can become more impatient, impulsive, forgetful — and even more self-centered. These qualities do not make us happier people or better parents.
Disconnecting from technology can help us reconnect with who we really are, what is truly important to us, and what really makes us happy.
Take Action: This week, designate time to fully unplug. Perhaps you unplug during dinner, or from 9:00 pm to 9:00 am.
Join the Discussion: When will you disconnect?
Photo courtesy of Garry Knight
A 4-Minute Trick For Massive Productivity
Fantastic productivity tip from Marie Forleo. This 4-minute trick has helped me get more done with less stress — I find I can get to work and get into the flow faster because of it.
13 Incredibly Smart Tips To Be Happier From Mental Health Experts
By Anna Borges
Everyone wants to feel happy, right? Then why does happiness seem so hard to find?
Well these thirteen mental health experts may have a solution to your happiness plight. While everyone has different obstacles during their lifetime, there are a few tips that have been proven by science to increase your chances of finding the happiness you’ve been searching for.
From putting down your smartphone, making time with friends, to leaving your work thoughts at work, and making your mental health a priority — there are many ways we can gradually increase our overall well-being as well as our happiness.
So what are you waiting for? Read the full post on BuzzFeed and get your happiness happening!
Thursday Thought
“I think if you can dance and be free and not embarrassed you can rule the world.” –Amy Poehler
Tell Them Now
Don’t hold back, tell your dad why you’re grateful.
Friday Inspiration: Awe
Murmuration from Islands & Rivers on Vimeo.
This video fills me with awe for the natural world, and all that we do not know.
When this flock of Starlings turns in unison, it’s called a phase transition. Scientists have studied this phenomenon, and they relate it more to physics than biology. However, they don’t yet fully understand why or how this “murmeration” occurs. Learn more about this here.
Most Influential Parenting Blog? We’d Love Your Vote
We first heard that Raising Happiness was a finalist for “Best Parent Education Program” in Red Tricycle’s Totally Awesome Awards…
…THEN we heard we’re a top nominee for “Most Influential Parenting Blog” — wow!
Even if you’ve already voted for us in the Parent Education Category, We’d really love your vote for Most Influential Parenting Blog.
We’re so grateful for your support and enthusiasm.
Click HERE to vote Raising Happiness as Most Influential Parenting Blog.
(And if you haven’t seen my Greater Good Parenting Blog before, I hope you’ll check it out!)
When you vote, Red Tricycle automatically enters you to win a $500 gift card from Giggle!
Friday Chuckle
Sometimes you just need a little laugh — this one did it for me. I especially like the first comment:
Physics: “Sorry, cat. You can’t do that. There is not enough volume inside of the box.”
Maru: “You misunderstand. I am a cat and a box is involved. Physics no longer apply.”
Physics: “But…”
Maru: “Save your breath, as I am already inside of the box.”
Physics: “But…!”