This is a generic list of things I literally do not travel without. It doesn’t matter if I am going to a wedding in Arizona or a hostel in Iceland. Duh, ID. Driver’s license. Passport if needed. Easy. Credit/ATM card and 3x $20 bills – one in my “luggage,” one in my backpack, one in my coat pocket. General first aid = nail clipper (can … Continue reading What to Pack Going Anywhere
You know the lyrics, “You can’t always get what you want.” And sure you know you’re supposed to be happy with getting “what you need”. But what exactly is that? And how many of us actually take the time to think about it and be thankful? Join me in picking “what you need” apart and appreciating what we almost always take for granted. Sleep. Doctors … Continue reading Be Thankful for…Having What You Need
“Giving + Charitable Donations in the USA” infographic made by me. Continue reading Need a Positive Boost? Here’s an infographic on “Giving + Charitable Donations in the USA”
Well Folks, it’s finally November. And in the spirit of Thanksgiving yumminess I’d like to try to put a positive spin on one of life’s most bitter experiences. Just about all of us have been rejected at one point or another. We bare our souls (or crushes) and the target of our affection has the nerve to not reciprocate our feelings. They don’t feel the … Continue reading Be Thankful for… UN-requited Love
My favorite Halloween lasted a week. First of all, my Dutch friend was in town so I was able to enjoy pumpkin picking and all kinds of candy guilt-free. Secondly, we had to make the most of her first and only American Halloween so things may have gone a little crazy. So we started in Washington, DC. Traditionally, in DC, Halloween parties are the Saturday … Continue reading Halloween: DC vs NOLA? just have fun!
Yes, the election of the president of the United States is important. But if you find yourself feeling frustrated at certain aspects that are out of your control, here are a few happy thoughts to get your chin up. I bet there’s at least one little kid who thinks you’re a hero. Your niece. Granddaughter. Student. Ice cream customer. That kid you waved to at … Continue reading Happy (random) Thoughts: part 1
“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” — Albert Einstein First of all, thank you to the creators at zen pencils for this amazing poster. That fish has the perfect expression of self doubt and despair on its tiny cartoon face. Sometimes we feel … Continue reading Einstein Quote: Everybody Is a Genius but…
You know prejudice is bad, but it’s complicated. You want to do something to help change things, but you’re not sure how. Rather, you’re not sure how to do it effectively and without just picking a fight. So don’t fight prejudice… champion diversity. The Anti-Defamation League made a list* of 101 easy, simple things you can do to promote positive change. Here are my top … Continue reading My Top 15 of the ‘101 Ways You Can Beat Prejudice’ list
I made an infographic! Continue reading “Traveling with Mobile Devices” infographic
One of the best ways to feel positive is to focus your energy on affirmations rather than complaints. It is easy to vent about the annoying blah blah blah at work. But it doesn’t make you happier or more relaxed. It turns from a momentary release into a stubborn, dwelling, sinking feeling. You end up spending a load of time discussing and analyzing negative experiences, which … Continue reading 25 Positive Affirmations for Work
