With Love and Gratitude

A blessing a day keeps the doc away

Rita Watson MPH

During Stressful Times, Create A Gratitude Garden

Hearts can create a gratitude garden that brings about emotional generosity.

Whether By Intuition or Logic, Make a Choice and Be Grateful

Decisions made both intuitively and logically are less stressful on individuals, couples, and families or friends.

Reflection and Gratitude Can Deflect Fake News Anger

If fake news angers us, we might try getting involved in the political process and responding to social media insults with positive words.

Research Reveals Why Fake News Is So Powerful

If more people took the time to identify and expose fake political news, we might find ourselves involved in an electoral process characterized by honesty and integrity.

Activism, Celebrations, and Gratitude Ease Political Angst

Challenging political times call for activism and gratitude to keep our focus clear -- a kinder and more generous nation. Celebrations are helpful.

Migrant Children Shelters: Mats, Meals, but No Human Touch

Separated children are starved of love.

Children Taken from Parents at the Border: Love and Pain

Is there hope for the children, their parents, and families being tore apart to seek asylum? Will they ever be able to trust or love again?

Equal Rights Amendment: Victory Is Within Reach

Although Illinois is the 37th state to ratify the ERA, challenges remain.

Sleep Is a Mysterious Need: Tips for a Restful Night

Despite the number of sleep studies, there is no conclusive answer as to why we need sleep. But there are suggestions and there is advice on how to attain a restful night.

Activism Became An Act of Love After Student Shootings

Despite the pain of recent school shootings, students are turning to activism as an act of love for young people, for the nation.

31 Ideas for Celebrating and Contemplating May 2018

Celebrate May for its beauty and contemplate our role in bringing more peace and joy to our world.

An Earth Day Lament: Fireflies, Memories, and Mental Health

As environmental protections are stripped away each day, our grandchildren may never be able to see the dance of the fireflies.

Our Heritage: Family Memories or Questionable DNA Testing?

Our family stories and traditions might tell us more about our heritage than at-home ancestry kits.

Celebrating Tradition: Days for St. Patrick and San Giuseppe

Family breads and pastries are part of the memories that help us to treasure family traditions.

Happiness: 14 Ideas Leading to International Day of Joy

With International Day of Happiness approaching, take the time to review ideas that might enhance your gratitude and your joy.

Sand Castle Solitude Generates Gratitude, Inspires Memoirs

Reclaim the joy of building a sand castle and revel in happy memories undisturbed by digital media.

The Triumph of Love and Activism Over Tragedy

Today's young people marching for justice and against the NRA are speaking a new language of love -- activism.

Resolving Angry Lovers' Quarrels: Forgiveness or Makeup Sex?

Give forgiveness and gratitude a try, even over makeup sex. Why? Because these virtues are long lasting.

A Solution for Loneliness: Guest Post by Olivia Kate Cerrone

Loneliness affects the elderly, the homeless, and returning veterans. Through creative arts programs, people are feeling empowered in ways that foster a sense of community.

If Oxytocin and Sex Deceive You, Try Gratitude to Move On

If you are suffering from heartbreak, honestly evaluate your last love relationship, then embrace gratitude and look forward to Valentine's Day with a new perspective on love.

For Sleep That Eludes Millions, This To-Do List Offers Hope

If you are having trouble falling asleep, new research says spending five minutes before bedtime writing a to-do list could be the answer.

No New Year's Eve Date? Create a Gratitude Memory or Memoir

Instead of fretting about no one to kiss under the mistletoe, be grateful for alone time. Count your blessings. Dream. Watch fireworks. Resolve to make 2018 one of gratitude.