Nature vs Nurture

Nature vs Nurture

I often wonder about human behaviors and why some people do certain things and why other people don’t do those same things. Is it nature? Is it nurture? Or some combination of both? Why are some people able to overcome tremendous life obstacles but others are...

Share With Others

Sharing doesn’t come easy for most people. Watch a group of toddlers and it will make you think that the human condition is hardwired to not share.  I love the scene in “Finding Nemo” where the pelicans all say “mine, mine, mine!” Yes...
None Of Us Are Perfect

None Of Us Are Perfect

When we talk about body image and female perfection, nothing quite fits the picture like Barbie. She has been the ideal for decades within little girl circles. Her hair, her clothes, her car and even her guy are perfect. Except her feet. Those are just weird. Barbie...

Being Grateful For What We Have

According to Google, the word grateful means “feeling or showing appreciation of kindness; thankful.” The word gratitude means “the quality of being thankful; ready to show appreciation for and to return kindness.” Why do we all struggle with...

Sabbatical Moments

Who wouldn’t love to take a sabbatical?  To leave the pressures of daily work and responsibilities behind and have an extended period of time to eat, sleep and recharge? I can think of no one that I know who wouldn’t jump at the chance to enjoy a...

Live It Up!

With the beginning of the new year, many conversations have turned to individual’s goals regarding weight loss. There are several common behaviors that I have noticed in people who struggle with weight management. For those of you who don’t know my...