Simple Living

My 2010 Goals (Progress Report)

You probably remember my earlier post about setting goals and resolutions for the New Year, and I thought I would give you a quick update on some things.
First, the shoes… I bought Skechers Shape Ups fitness shoes for men (and women!). I’ve been wearing them a lot more. They definitely work. I know my posture has [...]

How To Vacation With The In-Laws (and Love It!)

I just returned from a wonderful vacation with my in-laws. Most people would not put “wonderful vacation” and “in-laws” in the same sentence, but I can honestly say the trip was fantastic. What’s the secret to a having a wonderful time with your in-laws (or anyone else for that matter)? It’s really quite simple.
Our trip [...]

I Resolve To Not Resolve

Every year, we watch the ball drop in New York’s Time Square on New Year’s Eve. The next day we make a list of resolutions. And by February, we’ve almost forgotten what they were. And this year, New Year’s 2010 is no different.
Perhaps it’s time to resolve to not make any resolutions. Instead, let’s choose [...]

A Tale of Two Lottery Winners

It was the best of human nature. It was the worst of human nature. Almost everyone dreams of winning the lottery; a huge windfall that can transform your life overnight. But what happens after the “big win”?
For a couple in Canada, that windfall has created economic opportunity for their entire town. They are systematically and [...]

8 Weeks To Personal Prosperity

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Many of my coaching clients have been asking me to do a special, low-cost class to help people achieve personal prosperity in their own lives. And so I put together this 8 Weeks To Personal Prosperity program with my friends at edufire.
Starting on January 8th, for 8 weeks, you’ll join a very small group of [...]

Review: Android Phones

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About a month or so ago, I was struggling with options to help simplify my life. I woke up knowing that the universe would bring me exactly what I needed for this to happen. Later that day, I found myself frustrated with my cell phone, which had died, unexpectedly, again.
This led me to my [...]

Do What’s In Front Of You

One of the messages that keeps coming up for me these past few weeks is: “Do What’s In Front Of You.” So, I thought I’d share it with you.
What does that mean? Let’s say you’re feeling like things are working the way you want them to. You’re not getting the results you want from life. [...]

The Top Two Ways To Reduce Your Stress

It’s easy to get caught up in all of the stress these days. The world seems to be on the verge of “A Great Global Change”. This realignment is affecting everyone is different ways, but especially in the overall level of stress that some people are experiencing as a result of all of the change. [...]

Don’t Try This At Home

Sometimes, you have to get out into the world. It’s easy to find yourself set in the same motions and patterns of behavior day in and day out. In order to break some of those habits, you have to do things differently.
This may seem obvious, but how often do you actually practice it? How often [...]

Stop Thinking, Start Living

Spiritual tools are great. I use them everyday. But the truth is that believing requires action, not thinking.
Sure, meditation is great. But service and action is better.
If you’re thinking about your life and how to change, here’s an idea. Don’t think about how to change your life, just start living the life you’re meant to [...]