Harvard expert: To be more satisfied in life and with money, follow this formula To have a “truly rich life,” it’s important to build emotional wealth as well as financial health, says author Manisha Thakor. Here’s how to do it.
This Ivy League researcher says spirituality is good for our mental health A Columbia University professor says spiritual beliefs can decrease our rates of anxiety and depression. I needed to understand how she came to these conclusions.
Strange Crew will be performing this Friday Aug 11th from 7 to 8:30 pm at Duck Foot Brewing in Miramar if you want to kick start your weekend with some career Clapton classics, crafties, and me on congas -well actually bongos but that doesn’t rhyme 😊
Sometimes, you see something that so resonates that you feel the need to share it. The following rant was originally posted on Questlove’s Instagram a few weeks back. It was an impassioned monologue by the wildly talented Ethan Hawke that has resurfaced from two years back. It landed so deeply with me. I hope it does the same for you. The short of it: If you are talking that ambitious talk inside your mind, muster the courage to take that first step of walking what you wonder. You won’t regret it — unless you never take that step.
Enjoy!
So, you have to ask yourself do you think human creativity matters? Well, most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about poetry, right? They have a life to live, and they’re not really that concerned with Allen Ginsberg’s poems or anybody’s poems, until… Their father dies, they go to a funeral, you lose a child, somebody breaks your heart, they don’t love you anymore. And all of a sudden, you’re desperate for making sense out of this life. And has anybody ever felt this bad before? How did they come out of this cloud?Or the inverse. Something great. You meet somebody and your heart explodes.You love them so much; you can’t even see straight. You know, you’re dizzy. Did anybody feel like this before?What is happening to me?And that’s when art’s not a luxury, it’s actually sustenance. We need it. Okay, well, what is it?There’s this thing that worries me sometimes whenever we talk about creativity because it can have this kind of feel that it’s just nice, you know, or it’s warm or it’s something pleasant.It’s not. It’s vital.It’s the way we heal each other.In singing our song, in telling our story. In inviting you to say, “Hey listen to me, and I’ll listen to you.”We’re starting a dialogue. And when you do that, this healing happens.And we come out of our corners, and we start to witness each other’s common humanity. We start to assert it. And when we do that, really good things happen. So, if you want to help your community, if you want to help your family, if you want to help your friends, you have to express yourself, and to express yourself, you have to know yourself. It’s actually super easy. You just have to follow your love. There is no path. There’s no path until you walk it.
Supermoon puts on a dazzling display across the world: The full moon appeared bigger and brighter than usual Tuesday night, with the natural satellite positioned closer to Earth than usual, just 222,159 miles away.
US woman, 87, fights off teenage home intruder – then gives him snacks: Marjorie Perkins of Maine realized 17-year-old was ‘awfully hungry’ after defending herself and called 911 as he was eating
Thanks this week go to Ryan B and all of you lunar-ticks modeling resilience, staying in tune with your inner and outer nature, and fighting for your rights with both courage and consideration.
Confronting the Brutal Facts- Can we use Father Profit, to help Mother Nature develop a market and culture for Clean Energy?
A letter from Earth: I’m giving you record temperatures and wild floods. TAKE A HINT!! Earth here. Just wanted to pop in and see if you’ve noticed a few subtle changes in me lately. You know, like record hot temperatures and flooding?
July 2023 Is Hottest Month Ever Recorded on Earth This July is set to be the hottest month ever recorded on Earth—and likely the hottest in about 120,000 years—preliminary analyses show.
We are watching the brutal reality of what climate scientists told us would happen. How will we respond? Amid the despair and doomism is a real climate emergency. We must act accordingly…
Extreme weather: the climate crisis in four charts As much of the northern hemisphere endures blistering heatwaves and parts of Asia are deluged with rain, a number of climate records are being challenged…
101.1 degrees? Water temperatures off Florida Keys currently among hottest in the world. South Florida water temperatures reach world record highs. Scientists say climate change is at least partly responsible.
What is a 5-sigma event? Why the sea ice in Antarctica is alarming scientists. During the winter, sea ice that is essential to the marine food web usually grows around Antarctica. Warming temperatures are slowing that growth.
Ons Jabeur has shown how to live with defeat – like it’s the end of the world The art of losing isn’t hard to master, but the Tunisian took it to a spellbinding new level and won Wimbledon hearts
The No. 1 tactic best-selling author Jay Shetty uses to stay positive Your negative thoughts may be keeping you from obtaining happiness and success, according to former monk Jay Shetty. Here’s the hack he uses to stay positive.
Watch this six-year-old’s joy when he finds out his beloved grandpa isn’t just visiting Six-year-old Carson and his grandpa are besties– he’s the only boy in the family and has a single mom. Watch his reaction when grandpa reveals this.
This Mississippi dog is a TikTok star and he can drive a lawnmower, fish and play golf Brewski, a dog in Mississippi, has become a social media sensation with videos of him doing hilarious things that most dogs don’t do.
“Happiness is not about maximizing the intensity of joy. It’s about increasing the frequency of joy. Chasing exhilaration is a roller coaster of regular disappointments and rare, ephemeral highs. Savoring daily delights is a steady, sustainable source of satisfaction.” -Adam Grant
Athletic trainer stunned by a halftime reunion with her Army brother Watch this athletic trainer brought to tears when the basketball halftime surprise is the return of her Army brother
Despite a hot, flat and crowded planet some are living long and happy lives and breaking expectations!
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It’s World Population Day: Here’s what the world will look like in 2050: By 2050, after India and China, Nigeria is expected to become the world’s third most populous nation.
Earth is at its hottest in thousands of years. Here’s how we know. Observations are enough to make scientists confident that the current period of warming is exceptional.
All great fireworks shows end the same way… with a bang. They save the best and most spectacular displays for their grand finale. You can’t help but clap at the end. Now compare a fireworks show to many lectures, sales presentations and customer service experiences. They often start off strong but instead of ending with a bang, they fizzle. The sales presentation that has a great hook in the beginning but doesn’t leave a lasting impression at the end. The speech that makes you glad it’s over instead of making you want to hear more. The restaurant server who makes a great first impression but is nowhere to be found when you want to pay the bill and leave. The teacher who fails to inspire his students to take action at the end of the lesson. The hotel that welcomes you when you arrive but ignores you when you leave. The store that has great merchandise but fails to create a memorable experience. The examples are numerous, but the solution is simple. Whatever your job or business, add some fireworks to your work.
Think of ways you can create a grand finale and leave a lasting impression. Finish your speech or sales presentation with a bang and give your audience a reason to clap at the end. Give your customers something positive to talk about as they walk out the door.
Fireworks don’t have to occur just on the 4th of July. You can create a fireworks experience every day by finishing strong and making people say “Wow!”
US climate data pinpoints Monday as hottest recorded day on Earth! Monday was the hottest day recorded on Earth, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Scientists found a spot on Earth like no other — and a record that could redefine our history of the planet: Canada’s Crawford Lake may hold evidence that humans have fundamentally changed Earth enough to have started the Anthropocene, a new chapter in geologic time.
Drone Photo Award winners capture the extraordinary beauty of the ordinary: A rice field, a playground, piles of garbage — cameras from above cast a lens at earthly images with surprising, even dazzling results. Here are some of the winners from the 2023 Drone Photo Awards.
If you can’t make it to a national park, your mind can still wander there with this app: Headspace is transporting users to some of America’s most popular national parks through new guided meditations.
Finland is home to the world’s happiest people—their No. 1 secret is this 500-year-old mindset: For six years in a row, Finland has been ranked as the No. 1 happiest country in the world. Psychology expert E. Elisabet Lahti credits this phenomenon to “sisu,” a Finnish mindset that has been around for more than years.
New study reveals simple act could stave off 2 leading causes of death among adults: ‘Doesn’t need to be complicated.’ This study is the largest ever done on this topic, pooling data from 196 articles and over 30 million participants from nearly 100 study groups. by Erin Feiger / July 1, 2023 A quick walk a day may keep an early death away. A recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that as little as 75 minutes a week of moderately intense, non-occupational physical activity substantially lowers the risk of dying from certain types of cancer or heart disease.
What is Conscious Leadership, what precludes it, and what you can do about fostering it to create a better world:
Enjoy this podcast that I really enjoyed co-hosting with Drew S, featuring my dear friend and colleague Eric some weeks ago in the Mission Fed studios. (34 minutes)
Eric Kaufmann, a nationally recognized thought leader at Harvard University’s Institute of Coaching, discusses the blueprint for conscious leadership; ego myopia; and the role of leaders in the world. Eric talks about his book, Leadership Breakdown: How Conscious Leaders Generate Breakthroughs That Enrich Business and the World, that was featured at his book signing at the iconic Warwick’s Bookstore in La Jolla a few weeks ago.
Cheer up, buttercup. Here’s how to be happy (according to people who study it.) Happiness can feel elusive. To find out how to be happy – and how to be joyful – we consulted a few top researchers.
Male Puffer Fish Constructs Insane Underwater Sand Mandala to Attract Mate The male, white-spotted puffer fish creates complex and beautiful sand mandalas in an earnest attempt to attract a mate
This week: Celebrating Juneteenth, the Summer Solstice & Pride Month
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Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday, is gaining awareness: This past Monday marked the Juneteenth holiday — a date commemorating the fall of slavery in the United States. While it’s a new federal holiday, it’s been celebrated since the 1860s.
Aloha Friends, Wishing you a wonderful summer solstice!
This is a time of changing seasons. On Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 7:58 am PDT summer begins in the Northern Hemisphere.
The summer solstice is the longest day and the shortest night in our year. The sun sets farthest north on the horizon.
At this time of the year, the days are warm, all the plants are energized by the sun, and the land is filled with rich new growth. Summer is truly a celebration of the primal creative force of nature, fertile and blooming with abundance. Humans for many millenniums have marked this sacred time in the yearly cycle of life. Celebrating the solstice can be a beautiful reminder that our lives are part of a larger order, always changing always renewing.
The beginning of summer represents a time for purification and renewed energy. This is a time of cutting through resistance and obstacles, using the sun energy to illuminate and light your way upon your path. Fire is especially important, symbolizing the light, heat, and power of the sun. Into a fire, you can throw a piece of paper with written goals to achieve, and anything you choose to release. Now is a good time to plant seeds for a more intuitive, simpler, and natural lifestyle. Stay in tune with nature and wellness.
Each Summer Solstice, This Native American Rock Art Reveals A Secret Feature The Sinagua people say the rock art was created with shadows and sunlight in mind.
In Germany, they came first for the Communists, And I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Communist. And then they came for the trade unionists, And I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. And then they came for the Jews, And I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. And then… they came for me. ..And by that time there was no one left to speak up. –Rev Martin Niemoller, January 1946
I Love You For No Reason:
A Powerful Song, Video and Message To Crack Your Heart Open!
Thanks this week go to Aysha S-B, Billy S, Courtney P, and all those willing to speak up, show up, and be allies not bystanders in the fight for justice and mercy.
This week: Congrats to all the Grads and Dad’s for Father’s Day!
Connecting Passion to Purpose with Neville Billimoria on UCTV Career Talks
Why You Should Set Your Sights on Fulfillment Rather Than Happiness
10 Great College Commencement Speeches
Tom Hanks gives Harvard commencement speech, tells grads to defend truth: ‘The responsibility is yours.’
A service dog gets his own college diploma, winning huge cheers!
Connecting Passion to Purpose with Neville Billimoria – Career Talks:
“When we can align what we love, with what we are good at, with what the world needs, and what others find valuable, we can unleash our true potential and purpose on this planet,” says UC San Diego alum Neville Billimoria. He shares his journey from college to career and shares his tips for leading a fulfilling life at work and at home.
Why You Should Set Your Sights on Fulfillment Rather Than Happiness: It’s graduation season, which means that along with asking grads the dreaded question (“So, what’s next?”), it’s also the time of year when people dole out unsolicited and outdated—or at least largely unrealistic—career advice.
Tom Hanks gives Harvard commencement speech, tells grads to defend truth: ‘The responsibility is yours.’ Actor Tom Hanks gave a commencement address at Harvard University Thursday, where he asked the new graduates to join in a ‘fight’ over truth in the United States.
A service dog gets his own college diploma, winning huge cheers! When Grace Mariani graduated from Seton Hall University this week, the school president had a special gift for Justin, her service dog.
A coach and player have a heart to heart, get real and vulnerable with each other about their fears of failure, and become unbreakable and unshakable after the meeting and win a Super Bowl.
A teacher and student discuss the student’s behavior in class and the student shares that they are going through a tough time at home. The teacher listens with empathy and shares love and support. The student starts to thrive in class and in life.
A mental coach talks with a musician and shares advice, but more importantly provides unwavering support and belief in them. The musician takes their performance to a whole new level.
A team has a meeting after a series of tough losses and after some initial yelling and screaming, they get vulnerable and share what’s holding them back. They turn it around and go on an incredible win streak.
A family sits together at a table every Sunday and discusses the challenges each person is facing, and they come up with solutions together. Everyone walks away from the table feeling more confident and the family creates a lasting bond.
A married couple takes a walk on the beach and talks about some of their issues and after fighting for a little bit they listen and vow to be better for each other.
In all these cases the connection that happens is more important than the advice, solution, and words spoken. What’s happening at a deeper level is connection, unity, and oneness. Each person is moving from the feeling of being separate and alone to feeling connected and one with each other. From this oneness, a feeling of love flows, and healing and power is experienced that transforms the individual, the relationship, and the team.
HeartMath has conducted advanced research and found that when people are experiencing these types of connections there is a synchronization of the two hearts that begin to act as if they are one. We were created for connection. The latest research in relational psychology shows that we heal in connection.
The research demonstrates the truth that we were never meant to be alone and separate. We are wired at the spiritual, soul, biological, and cellular level to become one, and when we do we experience greater power, connection, commitment, and healing.
Study Finds Doing Yoga 3 Times a Week Lowers Stress and Boosts Short-Term Memory Three, 50-minute flows per week might be the ultimate antidote to your work stress.
Micro-Dosing Isn’t Just for Psychedelics — Turns Out It’s for Stretching, Too Our editors independently select the products we recommend. We may earn a commission on items bought through our links.
This is the perfect amount of time to meditate, says mindfulness expert You don’t need to meditate for a long time to get the most benefits. In fact, doing it for too long can be counterintuitive. Here’s what an expert suggests.
New UCSF Test Helps Find the Right Medication for You Using Your DNA Doctors at UCSF may be able to prescribe medications with a lot more accuracy by testing a patient’s genes using a process called pharmacogenetics, which allows doctors to see exactly why a person is experiencing a side effect.
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