Is Social Comparison challenging your self worth? It seems that the longer I live, the more I understand just how similar we all are. It makes me wonder why so many of us spend time and energy focused on our differences. Or why we concern ourselves with what others are doing. If we pause for a second or two, it…

I was humbled when Vietnam pilot Don Keating invited me to join him aboard his TA-4 Skyhawk Jet when he made his final salute to his dear friend, business partner and fellow aviator Frank Lynott.(Our Papa). I was faced with a moment when I had the chance to either embrace the opportunity for a ride of a life time or…

How do we let go of control and flow with life? A great master, Krishnamurti shared one secret to happiness. He stated that, “I don’t mind what happens.”  I considered his logic for years and realized that the only way I ever hoped to achieve happiness was through releasing my attachment to having things my way. At first glance, the…

“We cannot escape fear. We can only transform it into a companion that accompanies us on all of our exciting adventures…. Take a risk a day-a small or bold stroke that will make you feel great once you have done it.” Susan Jeffers  Living fully requires taking daily risks.   I’m not talking about a thrill seeker’s high-octane adrenaline fueled risks.…

We no longer believe that our brains are computers and our body’s are its slave. Instead, we have come to realize that cognition (perception) is more of a two-way street. Just like our brain, our body is a powerful network for perception, and it can change how the brain processes information. We have learned that our body language can change…

Are you being robbed of happiness? Are you a “realist” ? I don’t know about you, but I’ve thought my penchant for calling it “like it is” helped me to stay grounded. Unfortunately, that belief is slowly turning into cynicism and that is robbing me of my happiness. Yesterday was The International Day of Happiness … another wonderful holiday declared…