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clean world

How to Make the World a Better Place

Whenever I went camping as a Boy Scout, they would always tell us to “Leave this place better than you found it.” Some people would visit the campsite and leave plenty of trash behind, but not us. Not only would … Continue reading

Good Friends

Four Essential Traits Of Good Friends

There’s no denying that our friends have a tremendous impact on our lives. Good friends make the good times even better, and the bad times more bearable. We learn and grow by sharing our thoughts and experiences with them. You … Continue reading

Live Deliberately

Live Deliberately: 15 Ways to Stop Life Simply Happening to You

Our time is a precious commodity that we can’t afford to waste. It is a finite resource that is used up whether we like it or not. If we don’t choose to spend it in a particular way, the world around us will choose for us. WE CAN’T AFFORD TO LET THIS HAPPEN! Continue reading

Smile

Ten Ways to Make Someone Smile

There’s nothing better than knowing you’ve made someone happy – especially if you can do so in some simple, thoughtful way. Here’s ten easy ways to make someone smile today: I guarantee you’ll be smiling too! I’ll start with the … Continue reading

Regrets

How To Leverage Your Regrets

“No regrets!” It’s a popular stance to take, an uber-cool Hollywood cliché – but I don’t buy it. Just sounds like they’re kidding themselves to me. Ask yourself this: can you honestly say that you have never done anything that … Continue reading

Strong Relationship

What Makes a Relationship Great?

Why are some couples happier than others? What is the “secret” for a great relationship? With certain couples it is clear there is something about the way they interact that makes it obvious they have a unique and genuine connection. … Continue reading