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Just a Moment from Happiness

June 20, 2016 in Be Positive

We found a list of twenty youtube videos that are funny, touching, and full of Love.

From singing babies to drumming grandmas – via lip syncs, flash mobs, dogs and, yes, cats – here are 292642699_8e8a8b5aa8_o20 feelgood YouTube classics that may well restore your faith in humanity… or at least put a smile on your face.

FOLLOW THE LINK!

Tell us what your favorite one was!!

Positive Music

June 13, 2016 in Be Positive

What music motivates and moves you? What songs make your life better? Share with us!! 

How to Become Extraordinary

June 6, 2016 in Be Positive

When you are generous with who you are, people vibrate with that, they feel it, they sense it, and they’re surprised by it!

What most resonated with you in this video? How have people been generous with you? How have you been generous with them? Tell us about your experiences! 

Mindful Self-Compassion

June 3, 2016 in LINKS


TulipsThe Mindful Self-Compassion website is a great resource if you are looking for more information about mindfulness and being very compassionate with yourself! The website and book were developed by Christopher Germer, PhD is a clinical psychologist from Massachusetts. He specializes in mindfulness and compassion-based psychotherapy.

One of the things we really like about this website is that there is a page full of free meditations to download and listen to!

There are also some pdf’s available here if you wanted to print them or if you can’t listen to a meditation, but are able to read it.

Did you listen to a meditation? Did you download any? Tell us what you think of this resource in the comments! 

How to Be Happy

May 30, 2016 in Be Positive

Sometimes common sense isn’t common practice! 

What did you think of this video? What really struck a cord with you?

The Simple Joy of a Dog and their Ball

May 16, 2016 in Be Positive

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIi29IIN1ig

Recently, the Brazil Open in São Paulo used four former stray dogs taken in by a shelter as “ball dogs” to retrieve tennis balls from the court during a match between Spain’s Roberto Carbelles Baena and Portugal’s Gastao Elias. The video is a great reminder that animals can bring joy to just about any situation.

What was your favorite part? How do animals help you feel better? 

Hang in There

May 9, 2016 in Be Positive

 Photo Credit: Peek A BooThe Midnight Adventures via Dimitra Tzanos

Photo Credit: Peek A BooThe Midnight Adventures via Dimitra Tzanos

The longer you hang in there, the greater the chance that something will happen in your favor. No matter how hard it seems, the longer you persist, the more likely your success. – Jack Canfield

 

What does “hanging in there” feel like to you? How do you hang in there when you are struggling? 

Circle of 6

May 6, 2016 in LINKS

Imagine you are in a sticky situation: you need a ride home, your scared where you are, you are in need of someone to just lend an ear…

Circle of 6

Now Imagine that with a few clicks on your phone your circle of 6 trusted people can know where you are and what you need.

from Circleof6.com

Everything from:

  • “+” ICONS CHOOSE YOUR CIRCLE

    Add up to 6 people from your contacts to join your circle. Choose good friends or any trusted adult.

  • PIN ICON COME GET ME

    Sends a text to your Circle that says:
    “Come and get me. I need help getting home safely.” with your GPS coordinates.

  • PHONE ICON CALL ME

    Sends a text to your Circle that says:
    “Call and pretend you need me. I need an interruption.”

  • CHAT ICON I NEED TO TALK

    Sends a text to your Circle that says: “I need to talk.”

  • INFORMATION HELPFUL LINKS

    Direct access to information about sexuality, relationships and safety.

  • PHONE OUT HOTLINES

    Direct access to national hotlines and a specialized hotline of your choice, such as LGBTQ, Spanish-language, etc. based on your personal priorities.

Is this something you would use? Do you already have it on your phone? This app was originally designed for college campus safety but we think that it can be used for anyone! Let us know what you think in the comments! 

Change Your Thoughts—Change Your World

May 2, 2016 in Be Positive

How does this make you feel? Do you allow things to upset you that you could let go of? What can you change about your thoughts that would make you happier?

Trust Yourself

April 25, 2016 in Be Positive

“Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” –Golda Meir

Photo Credit: Chibird

Photo Credit: Chibird

How do you trust that you will grow? What makes you feel confident in yourself?