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Anatomy of an Act of Kindness

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I started this year encouraging Random Acts of Kindness as a super stepping off point toward being a happy person. I have seen over the period of writing this blog how many…

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Anatomy of an Act of Kindness

I started this year encouraging Random Acts of Kindness as a super stepping off point toward being a happy person. I have seen over the period of writing this blog how many people abuse their bodies with food in their … Continue reading

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Anatomy of an Act of Kindness

I started this year encouraging Random Acts of Kindness as a super stepping off point toward being a happy person. I have seen over the period of writing this blog how many people abuse their bodies with food in their … Continue reading

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Random acts of kindness make a bigger splash than expected

I am a great believer in acts of kindness. Check out my post – Anatomy of an act of kindness for more details. Even though they often enhance happiness, acts of kindness such as giving a friend a ride or … Continue reading

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Does kindness equal happiness and health? – AHA

Could kindness be a magic elixir that makes us happier – and healthier? Research suggests acts of kindness like donating money, volunteering and mentoring can boost the giver’s emotional health, but science also is studying how altruism improves physical health. … Continue reading

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Monaco – An Act of Kindness and Affair of the Heart

What does Monaco mean to you? When I hear Monaco I think of the famous entertainers and athletes who have settled there to take advantage of the fact that Monaco levies no income taxes, so it functions as a tax … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Gabi!

Gabi, my miniature poodle and canine companion, turns 16 years old today on December 12. She has lived with me for the past 15-1/2 years. In that period I can’t remember a day in which she didn’t bring a smile … Continue reading

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National Dog Day

I just learned that today is National Dog Day. So, herewith my offerings for the celebration: My Dog Gabi If you would like to learn how I happened to adopt Gabi, check out my post Anatomy of an Act of … Continue reading

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The ravages of age …

As a sports fan, I have often heard the announcer say of a great athlete, “He can beat anyone but Father Time.” So, it seems with the rest of us non-great-athletes, too. Who better to talk about the ravages of … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Gabi!

Gabi, my miniature poodle and canine companion, turned 15 years old today. She has lived with me for the past 14-1/2 years. In that period I can’t remember a day in which she didn’t bring a smile to my face … Continue reading

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Happy National Dog Day!

First of all, I want to salute my little canine companion, Gabi. She is 11-1/2 years young and has brightened my life ever since I adopted her. For details on how that unlikely event occurred, check out my post Anatomy … Continue reading

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10 Simple Habits Proven to Make You Happier

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A new survey of 5,000 people has found a strong link between self-acceptance and happiness, despite the fact that it’s a habit not frequently practised. The finding comes from a survey carried out by…

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The Happiness of Being Grateful!

Do you want to be Happy? Of Course you do. Everyone does. What if I told you I know the answer for being happy, but you need to follow it religiously in order to really be happy. That’s not to…

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10 Surprisingly Simple Happiness Tips

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Tell the truth, avoid narcissists, and stay focused on the future. Dec 29, 2015  Linda Esposito LCSW  We all want to be happy. Our search leads us to seek advice from mental health professionals,…

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The 7 Surprising Ways Being Kind Makes You Healthier and Happier

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By: Diane M.     November 16, 2015      Follow Diane at @DianeMacEachern Being nice or kind is often touted as a way to do something good for someone else. But in addition…

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Get Healthy, Get a Dog – Harvard

As far as I am concerned, this would fall under the heading – preaching to the choir. Harvard Medical School has a new special health report on the positive aspects of owning a dog. Since I am a dog owner … Continue reading

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