Courage Daily

When I first heard the quote by Tom Robbins, “It’s never too late to have a happy childhood,” it made me smile. I also quickly realized it can be misunderstood. For some, the idea of “childhood” brings up difficult memories. Are we really able to go back and make our childhood happy? No, sadly, that’s not possible. Our past is what it is. The troubles or difficult childhood memories cannot be fixed, changed, or made happier. What this quote is saying is, now is not too late to enjoy some...

As we age, we learn to navigate the ups and downs of life more smoothly. We learn how to let stress roll off our backs a little better. We gain clarity about who we are and what we truly enjoy. But one area that can quietly decline over time, that significantly impacts our health, is our connection with others . Connection is building and maintaining meaningful friendships. Friendships that once formed naturally through our children’s activities or with coworkers often change as our lives...

Do Not Do List Are you a “to do” list person? I am. There’s something satisfying about writing things down and checking them off when I’ve done them. It feels productive. Accomplished. But over time, I’ve realized that some of my happiest days don’t come from what I do. Those days come from what I choose not to do . Read on to find my “Do-Not-Do” list. When I stick to it, I feel lighter almost instantly. It shifts me into what I call, everyday happiness. See if it does the same for you....