Communications & Relationships

Altruism in Times Square

Yesterday, a crisp, blue-skied day in NYC, my daughter and I strolled through the streets. When we reached Times Square, David Blaine, the famed magician, was mesmerizing thousands of bystanders … Read more

Overcome Your Sense of Helplessness

Everyone is talking about the disaster on Tuesday night that struck the capital of Haiti and the surrounding areas where approximately two million people live. The 7.0 magnitude earthquake essentially … Read more

Navigating Loss as a Community

Last night I went to yet another shiva. In the Jewish tradition we practice the ritual of shiva when somebody dies. Family, neighbors and members of the community visit the … Read more

The Benefits of Laughter

At a motivational seminar three women are asked to come up to the stage. They are all asked, “When you are in your casket and friends and family are mourning, … Read more

Making Time for Fun!

My favorite and only resolution for the coming year is to have more fun. This year my commitment to myself is to clear the decks for at least an hour … Read more

Who Are the Happiest Women?

“When I get a raise, then I’ll be happy.” “When I find the man of my dreams, then I’ll be happy.” “When I have a baby, then I’ll be happy.” … Read more

What is an Affirmation?

Affirmations can be used to bring positive and lasting change to your life. Every thought you have supports your mind in creating your moment to moment reality. Our beliefs are … Read more

The Seven Keys for a Happy Holiday Season

The holiday season typically brings to mind images of families and loved ones gathered around a blazing fire, roasting chestnuts, exchanging gifts. Sharing mugs of spiced hot apple cider, playing … Read more

Why Forgiveness Matters

I remember my father telling me to “let it go. Don’t hold onto it, just let it go.” I also remember thinking, ‘I don’t know how to let it go.’ … Read more