Not that we need science to prove that friendship is good for us, but for those of us who tend to get bogged down in our daily responsibilities, here's an idea to consider: What if reconnecting with a friend gave you an instant energy boost that helped you soar through the week? Studies show us that friendship helps us heal faster, deal with stress better, and (obviously) enjoy life more. So what are you waiting for? Why not make it a lunch date? "Blessed are they ...
The bumper sticker reads: "Get rich quick. Count your blessings." What if the first step on the journey to abundance begins by diving deeply into the consciousness of gratitude? What if you realized and gave thanks for all that you already have? What if you decided to declare prosperity for your life from the inside out? Consciousness is recession-proof. And nothing appreciates like appreciation. What are you choosing to be grateful for today? "Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything ...
As I was jogging through my neighborhood this morning, I inched upon two women walking together. "Did you hear about so-and-so?" one asked. Then I heard the gory details of this anonymous person's latest physical travesty. I sped up to avoid getting queasy. The focus this week for The What If Up Club is "friendship," and my encounter this morning has me asking myself, "What is the purpose of friendship? Surely there's something beyond gossip and commiseration, right?" In a study done in conjunction with Harvard University, Claremont University, ...


