Some Common Sense Advice

Recently, my good friend Dave sent me a document titled “Life from the Seat of a Tractor.”  It contained 30 excellent bullet points on how to live a better life.  I’d like to share some of them with you. Life is simpler when you plow around the stump. Words that soak into your ears are whispered….not…

Simple Acts Of Kindness Can Ward Off Depression

According to an article by Dennis Thompson of HealthDay which appeared in the Arizona Republic, a growing body of research shows that simple acts of kindness like helping someone with their groceries, writing a thank-you note or even counting your blessings can serve as a low-cost treatment for depression.  The reason is that performing acts…

Going The Extra Mile Will Take You Even Further

According to author, Jack Canfield of Chicken Soup for the Soul fame, “Successful people go the extra mile.  Plain and simple.”  They regularly exceed expectations and stand out from the crowd because of these extra efforts.  According to Canfield, “They get the promotions, they get the loyal customers, they grow their businesses twice as fast, they…

A Queenly Tip For Living The Good Life

I read an article recently that was written by Lauren Paige Kennedy which contained a list of tips from Queen Latifah for leading the good life.  The tip that really caught my eye was attract love.  Ms. Latifah said, “You have to not seek it.  You have to be it.  Love yourself first.  It will…