In today’s world, a single act of kindness can go a long way toward brightening someone’s day. In fact, research shows that encouraging kids to be kind has a positive influence on a slew of academic, health and social outcomes, including increased self-esteem, motivation to learn and resilience. So why not incorporate an extra dose of kindness into your next family vacation? Here are five ...
Prickly pear, agave and ocotillo symbolize more than the desert for Tucson artist Marcy Ellis. Her work connects the resilience of plants with the strength of women.
Tucson artist Marcy Ellis starts each morning with an exercise in gratitude, and each painting with an intention.
When you start getting anxious, focus on your breathing until your body has calmed down, Dr. Barton Goldsmith writes.
While it’s always fun to sit around the Thanksgiving dinner table in November sharing what we’re thankful for, gratitude truly can be a meanin…
It’s been a while since we have had the opportunity to meet and give one another a hug, encouragement, friendship, learn new information and l…
November was the month of gratitude, for the blessings great and small in our lives. At many a Thanksgiving table, guests were asked to name s…
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