“If you don’t have a vision you’re going to be stuck in what you know. And the only thing you know is what you’ve already seen.” ~Iyanla Vanzant Dear Universe, My best friend and I often get into deep conversations. They’re the kind that start off one way, meander somewhere else, before taking us to a final destination we never …
Traditions for a Positive, Happy New Year
“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language And next year’s words await another voice.” ~T.S. Eliot Dear Universe, The end of the year is fast approaching and that can only mean two things: you are feeling panicked or you are feeling excited. The start of a New Year can create a cascade of emotions. It means a fresh …
Realistic Resolutions: Pleasure, Not Pressure
“A New Year can be a time for a fresh start, but do it in a state of pleasure, not pressure.” Dear Universe, We all know that a New Year is an ideal time to start fresh, set different intentions and create better, happier, healthier habits. And we know that just as easily as they start, our old habits can …
Year of the Sheep (And Eight Reasons Why You Should Love It)
“You can get excited about the future. The past won’t mind.” ~Hillary DePiano Dear Universe, I can’t believe I almost forgot. Always with each New Year, I want to find out what year it is in the Chinese Zodiac. Last year was the Year of the Horse and I do think it was an intense, transformative year. Luckily, something (you, …
More Freebies!
Dear Universe, Yesterday I did some cleaning up around the house. I did the normal weekly stuff like laundry, vacuuming, sorting through the mail… And that’s when I remembered! Speaking of freebies, I get a lot of magazines sent to me free of charge. Now before the naysayers start doubting me, be assured I’ve checked credit card statements and I …
Surround Yourself in the Sublime
Dear Universe, I think the vision board bonanza inspired my mom. She gave me this the other day and said, “This made me think of you. It’s a different kind of vision board.” I love it. Immediately, I positioned it in my bedroom where I can see it first thing in the morning and right before I fall asleep. And …
Vision Board Time
Dear Universe, Okay, so I only made my first vision board not that long ago. BUT, this is 2012. I feel like 2012 deserves its very own vision board with new juju. I’ll consider the 2011 vision board a practice run. Besides, I noticed some of the things have already happened! Therefore, I believe the vision had to be refreshed. …