Heads you win, tails you win: the SuperOptimist guide to the New Year.
Lots of people play it safe as they age, and for good reason. “Safe” seems to be a wiser choice than “sorry.” But could it be that we actually have…
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This holiday, try 6 hours of meditation. For starters.
Happy Kringle from America! As we prepare to enter the year 2019 AD, we find ourselves beset by turmoil in Washington, a stock market in free fall, and the prospects…
Today’s totem: Ootey the Owl.
Do you have a spirit animal? If not, the owl is a very wise choice.* By claiming the owl as your totem, you’ve picked a symbol with deep sagacity, not…
Shake your own hand.
There’s an ancient proverb that states: “If your own house is not in order, how can you possible help another to tidy up theirs?” So before offering a hearty handshake…
Love your obstacles, for they are many.
Feeling stuck? Blocked? Like you’ve hit a brick wall? You’re not alone. But rather than work yourself up into a froth, we suggest taking a page from Marcus Aurelius’ notebook….
It’s Wear-A-Mask Wednesday!
Want to shake off the midweek routine and turn the day into something special? We suggest altering your reality by donning a mask. While not everyone is cut out to…
Applaud everyone. Yourself included.
Performers expect to hear applause after they do their job. In fact, standing ovations have become the norm at entertainment events. But why should this be the case for actors…
Set a different alarm.
Routines can be mind-numbing. So why start your day with one? Why not wake up at a different time on Monday than you do on Wednesday? It doesn’t always have…