Friendship

Don't let your single parent friends suffer in silence, here's how to help!

[PHOTOS] Today is my sister Tonya's birthday. This is a reflection on what a gift she has been and how our sibling and friend relationships are truly priceless.

When you step into your personal power, you're giving other's permission to do the same. Not that they need it, of course. And that's the point.

Do your best to re-frame the argument where instead of "you against me," it's "us seeking what's true."

We may feel like the main character in our own lives--so does everyone else. We have a choice in how we choose to "play our roles" in the lives of others.

I don't know what I'd do without my cats. They can be delightfully affectionate companions who can instantly lower your stress levels in almost tangible ways.

To me, loving animals is not just only about how they make us feel. It's an act of seeing them with as much compassion and clarity that we can at the time.

June is "Adopt-A-Cat" Month! Why not consider adding one of these delightful/funny/calming/curious creatures to your life?

Life begins to feel shallow if we're not filling it with anything else except ourselves. Reach out to someone you love. Find something to be passionate about.

Food is something we all have in common. It comforts us. Cooking and sharing food is one of the most "human" things we do. It's about connection.

Next time we're tempted to judge or demonize others, imagine walking in their shoes. We don't have to agree. Just seek to understand--and be kind.

For many of us, there is a running dialogue with ourselves and it isn't always very positive. Why do we treat ourselves with such disdain?