What the heck is perfect, anyway? Perhaps, the Norman Rockwell vision sitting ’round the table with a perfect turkey? I don’t think I could get that color on a turkey even if I spray-painted it. And whoever thought brussels sprouts was a good idea? Gassy little buggers… Here are three…

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Because your unconscious mind is listening—not just Siri — Stop faking it! You are not making your life any easier. The problem with the old saying, “Fake it until you make it,” is you are unconsciously thinking, “I’m faking it.” In turn, it feels fake, as in being someone or something else, not you. When trying not to be…

Incivility, name-calling, shaming, blaming are everywhere; let’s shorthand it as conflict. It seems to be an “us-versus-them, me-not-you” world right now. Difficult people abound. These three body language techniques help maintain a calm presence in the face of conflict. Consciously breathe When someone’s behavior surprises you, it is normal to stop…

A love letter to my Medium community. — I joined Medium about a month ago at the urging of Liberty Forrest, Author. Thank you, Liberty. I think “we” are having fun… And I found a fantastic community that I wasn’t expecting. Thank you, Community. …

Immediately useful tips to release your low-grade anxiety. — Enjoy this excerpt from The Autoimmune Hour’s Show #350: Where You Are Now Is Not Who You Are with Bev Martin. Bev Martin is the founder of InnerActive. …

Clutter: a collection of things lying about in an untidy mess. It’s one of those things that we think we will know when we see it — but do we? What about all those hurts, slights, embarrassments, jealous, or useless thoughts we keep in the corners of our minds? A…

One-Minute MasterClass Thought for the Day | November 10 — What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure, but, scattered along life’s pathway, the good they do is inconceivable. ~Joseph Addison Genuine, authentic, natural smiles are infectious, whether you see them or not… I called to make an appointment… The woman answered…

Just is not just a word…. — I’m a “word nerd.” I admit it. And, “just” is just one of those words that just annoys me. It’s just used way too often. I was listening to an “expert” interview today; the topic doesn’t matter. They just used just about as much as I’m using just here. …