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Katharine Hepburn’s Touching Story: The Power of Giving in Her Own Words
Katharine Hepburn, the iconic actress known for her talent and resilience, takes us back to a moment at a circus ticket counter, where an unexpected act of kindness unfolded before her eyes, leaving a life-long impression of true giving. Grab the tissue and enjoy....
14 Profound Life Lessons From a 70-Year Old: Embracing Wisdom & Living with Purpose
In a world where the rush to reach the next milestone often overshadows the present moment, a friend's reflection on the journey through aging brings a refreshing perspective. A woman was asked how she feels about life now that she’s crossed her 70-Year-old birthday....
Authentic Apologies: Recognizing Genuine Regret from Insincere Excuses
All apologies are not created equal. Distinguishing a real apology from an insincere one can be confusing and frustrating. We’ve all done it where we’ve rushed an apology and the communication falls flat and insincere. Chances are also high you’ve been on the...
Hidden Benefits of Handwriting: How Putting Pen to Paper Boosts Brain Activity
In today's digital age, where texting and typing dominate our modes of communication, the art of writing by hand is gradually fading away. Recent research published in "Frontiers in Psychology" suggests that this shift may come with overlooked consequences for our...
Coping with Loss: Insights from My Sister’s Passing
It’s been a few years since my sister Cindy passed away from cancer. I’m only now embracing the grief of missing her. Missing her laugh, missing the nonsensical sharing of her day, missing her constant cheering me on, and how she “mothered” me with such care. Missing...
Embracing Resilience: Navigating Decades of Change, From Analog Childhood to Digital Adulthood
Whether you’re in your 50's, 60’s, 70's or 80’s, each decade has left a mark on us. From the simple joys of childhood to the complexities of adulthood, we’ve been shaped and molded into resilient people. This writing below captures those experiences and reminds us how...
Unveiling the Charm: Fun and Fascinating Facts About St. Patrick’s Day
We’ve been celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for centuries and rarely do we know the actual origins and history of the holiday. St. Patrick’s Day was first celebrated on March 17, 1631, when a church established a feast to honor St. Patrick, which is said to be the date...
Leap Year is Important: Fun & Fascinating Facts about February 29th
Here are some fun and fascinating Leap Year tidbits that you probably didn’t know about… Enjoy! -February 29th is simply an extra day added to our calendar every four years. The main reason? To make up for missing time during the Earth’s orbit around the sun. Our...
Charles Schulz’s Caring Philosophy: Lessons from the Creator of Peanuts
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the 'Peanuts' comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just ponder on them. All you have to do is read it all the way through, and you'll understand the point: 1. Name the five...
Effective Ways to Praise your Kids & Grandkids For Success
We think we’re being wonderful parents and grandparents when we praise children for being so smart. Believe it or not, it doesn’t work. It’s time to consider giving up the “you’re so smart” compliments. Research shows that when you praise kids for being smart, it does...
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