Serenity

The Serenity Myth

Carol Orsborn | Posted 05.04.2012

Read More: Gloria Steinem, Ageism, Serenity, Spirituality, Aging, Gail Sheehy, Myths About Aging, Serenity Myth, Religion News
Carol Orsborn

Now that I've surpassed "middle age," I have finally gotten a taste of the serenity after which I lusted so hard and long. Here's what I have to say about it: It's overrated.

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Inside Joss Whedon's Cult World

The Hollywood Reporter | Posted 04.24.2012

Read More: Dollhouse, Alexis Denisof, Amy Acker, Nathan Fillion, Serenity, Sean Maher, TV Canada, Clark Gregg, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Avengers, Joss Whedon, Felicia Day, Whedonverse, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, Angel, Buffy, Firefly, TV News

As a lifetime comic book fan and fantasy writer who just spent two years working with super soldiers, a massive green mutant and a Norse God, the dire...

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9 Quick Tips For Keeping Your Home Serene And Organized

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 05.22.2012

Read More: Clean Home, Organized Home, Happy Home, Gps-Soul, Serenity, Order, Happiness at Home, Home, Organization, Clutter, Happiness, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

I've been spending a lot of time thinking about how to be happier at home. Here are a few very simple suggestions. These aren't the most profound, but they're steps you can take fairly quickly.

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Portkeys To Inner Peace: 5 Doorways To Serenity

Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW | Posted 04.24.2012

Read More: Stress, Serenity, Being Present, Mindful Living, The Inner Life, Mindfulness, Stress Reduction, Mindfulness Stress Relief, Stress Inner Peace, Mindfulness Inner Peace, Inner Peace, Healthy Living News
Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW

It's tempting to think that you need the tropical beach, the hammock by the lake, the walk in the woods, the yoga retreat or the special meditation cushion in order to feel the "ahhhhh" of inner peace. We all have certain props or places that we use to jump start that special sensation of anchored contentment.

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Staying Whole in a Fractured World

Holly Robinson | Posted 02.08.2012

Read More: Peace on Earth, Praying, Serenity, Attention Span, Facebook, Stress, Laptops, Cell Phones, Exercise, Meditation, Community Gardens, Spirituality, Unplug and Recharge, Healthy Living News
Holly Robinson

You know that panicky feeling you get when you drop your briefcase or purse and everything spills out in public? That's how I used to feel every day: embarrassed, furious and anxious because I couldn't keep up with my life.

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Kathryn, Cancer, And God

BJ Gallagher | Posted 08.27.2011

Read More: Peace of Mind, Death and Dying, Serenity, Cancer, Faith, Gratitude, Spirituality, Happiness, Religion News
BJ Gallagher

The Kathryn who greeted me from her hospital bed was relaxed and glowing. She told me that she felt peaceful and serene, trusting God that all would be well.

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Senior Upset Or Elder Equanimity?

Jim Selman | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Aging, Responsibility, Scam, Serenity, Elder, Resolution, Contribution, Growing Older, Eldering, Victim, Scam Elderly People, Scam Elderly, Self Help, Prevent Elderly Scam, Old People, Advice, Prevent Scam, Older People, Aging People, Healthy Living News
Jim Selman

How can we think about getting upset in a manner that might bring a level of serenity to our lives? The key is, I think, that we need to be responsible for what upsets us.

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Meditation: Change Your Brain, Change Your Life

Deepak Chopra | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Brain Plasticity, Meditation, Gene Expression, Dr. Dean Ornish, Meditation Empathy, Meditation Brain Waves, Brain Meditation, Meditation Memory, Serenity, Meditation Calmness, Massachusetts General Hospital, Meditation Study, Brain Waves Meditation, Healthy Living News
Deepak Chopra

The old phrase, "Biology is destiny," will have to be seriously re-examined. A good replacement would be "Consciousness is destiny," which is the guiding reason that meditation arose in the first place.

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Myrtle Isn't Fertile Anymore

Lisa Mirza Grotts | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Clinic, Pfc, Pregnancy, Twins, Miracle, Sperm, Counselor, Hope, Ivf, Carol Simone, Babies, Egg Transfer, Cycle, Serenity, Secondary Infertility, Weight Gain, Viable Eggs, Egg Donor, Religion, Shots, Fertility: IVIG, Adoption, Laboratory, Eggs, Christo Zouves, Obgyn, Acceptance, God, Success, Egg Storage, Parenthood, Egg Sperm = Fertilization = Embryo, Oprah, Conception, Birth Control, Therapist, Pgd, Oocyte, Sterile, Zfc, Incubator, Implantation, Healthy Living News
Lisa Mirza Grotts

Take it from someone who's been there: Trying to conceive a child can be a heartbreaking but fully worthwhile journey, especially when choosing a nontraditional method of conception.

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Pack Your Bag, Not Bags; We're Going on a Trip!

Todd Greene | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Travel Advice, Dry Cleaning, Simplicity, Travel Tips and Tricks, Travel, Serenity, Luggage, Travel News
Todd Greene

This holiday, please think twice before you pack once. The clothes don't make the person. You do.

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11 Ways to Find Serenity Amidst Chaos

Carolyn Rubenstein | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Overwhelm, Chaos, Unitasking, Calm, Serenity, Inner Calm, Inner Peace, Healthy Living News
Carolyn Rubenstein

"Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no trouble, no noise, or hard work. It means to be in the midst of all these things and ...

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The Value of a [Sunshine] Dollar

Todd Greene | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Philosophy, Serenity, Destiny, Wisdom, Spiritual Path, Inspiration, Spirituality, Sports News
Todd Greene

As we continued to play the course my mind wandered often -- as did my ball for different reasons -- to the decisions I made in my life and the road I ultimately chose for myself.

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Balanced Life -- 11 Tips For Boosting Your Sense Of Quiet Focus

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Quiet, Concentration, Serenity, Multi-Tasking, Work, Focus, Happiness, Unitasking, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

Turns out that people aren't very good at thinking about two things at once. One study showed that when people were interrupted to respond to email or IM, it took fifteen minutes to resume a serious mental task.

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Balanced Life -- 19 Tips For Cheering Yourself Up -- From 200 Years Ago

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Tips, Serenity, Resolutions, Advice, Happiness, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

In 1820, Smith wrote a letter to an unhappy friend, Lady Morpeth, in which he offered her tips for cheering up.

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What Are The Top 10 Positive Emotions?

Kari Henley | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Emotions, Awe, Inspiration, Interest, Featured Contributor, Serenity, Positive Psychology, Happiness, Joy, Video, Healthy Living News
Kari Henley

Wouldn't we all love to flourish? Turns out, the trick to flourishing is to fill your day with positive emotions three times more frequently than negative ones.

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11 Quick Tips For Keeping Your Home Uncluttered

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Exercise, Happiness Tips, Serenity, Order, Weight, Resolutions, Happiness, Clutter, The Balanced Life, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

When you're feeling blue or overwhelmed, it's tempting to try to pick yourself up by indulging in a "treat." Unfortunately, a guilty pleasure is often...

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4 Tips For Dealing With Pre-Election Jitters

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Presidential Election, Psychology, Serenity, Happiness Tips, Election, Happiness, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

The presidential election has everyone nervous. No one is confident about the outcome, and it could potentially be a very, very long night next Tuesda...

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Happiness Tip: How To Take A Mental Vacation

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Serenity, Happiness Tips, Subprime Mortgages, Economic Crisis, Happiness, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

I'm working on my Happiness Project, and you could have one, too! Everyone's project will look different, but it's the rare person who can't benefit. ...

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The Balanced Life

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Efficiency, Serenity, Order, Daily Life, Happiness, Home News
Gretchen Rubin

I'm working on my Happiness Project, and you should have one, too! Everyone's project will look different, but it's the rare person who can't benefit....

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Sam Stein

Serenity Lost: Obama And The Netroots

HuffingtonPost.com | Sam Stein | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Online Community Obama, Obama FISA, Clinton Netroots, Obama Blogs, Serenity, Obama Fisa Compromise, Obama Netroots, Daily Kos Obama, MoveOn Obama, Barack Obama Netroots, Politics News

Only weeks into the general election campaign and already a notable tension is beginning to materialize within the Democratic Party. At question is Se...

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Happiness Tip Of The Day: Toss Your Magazines

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Efficiency, Serenity, Daily Life, Work, Reading, Magazines, Happiness, The Balanced Life, Healthy Living News
Gretchen Rubin

I'm working on my Happiness Project, and you should have one, too! Everyone's project will look different, but it's the rare person who can't benefit....

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