Do you make a New Year's resolution year after year, yet never succeed to fulfill that goal? You are not alone, in fact only 8% of Americans that set a resolution, actually stick to it. But there are many ways to make sure you work towards your goal week after week. Start by putting your best foot forward from the beginning, and then follow the next 8 steps throughout the year. … read more

Have you ever looked at the people in a drive-thru lane early in the morning? They appear to be stressed, rushed, or most likely, incredibly under-caffeinated. Very rarely do you see a surprised smile from any of these drivers…until they hear the words, "Don't worry about it — the person in front of you paid for your coffee." … read more

Do you find yourself talking to someone no matter where you are? Maybe the person sitting next to you on the bus, or the person behind you in line at the grocery store? This is a sign of curiosity and curiosity leads to the level of empathy a person has. Most people fall into a category of either sympathetic or empathetic. Companies are encouraging employees to be more empathetic for several reasons. … read more

In the traditional Christmas carol "Deck the Halls," the lyrics do not only encourage you to hang holly plants around the house, but they also insist that it is the time of year "to be jolly." Sure, the holidays may mean buying presents, attending parties, and cooking meals, but when you really break things down, the holidays are about spending time with family. And if your family is anything like mine, then there is certain to be QUITE a bit of laughter emanating from around the fireside. … read more

One of my favorite films of 2015 thus far is Pixar Animation Studios' Inside Out. In the 20 years since the studio's first release, Toy Story, Pixar has become a household name in terms of delivering quality, imaginative animated films, with stories and scripts that cater to both children and adults alike. Typically whimsical in nature, Pixar's films have also always contained many true to life themes, such as growing up, the importance of friendship, and loss. … read more