How to Be Happy (and 5 Ways Not to Be)

“How to be happy?” A wise (wo)man would know better than to answer such a question.  Or to think that it can be found in a random blog post.  So why then, my dear reader, would it be worth reading my musings on the topic? I am not the happiness guru, nor do...

How to Take a Quick Shower

I don’t know about you, but for me, showers rank pretty highly in my top 10 list of bodily pleasures. In fact, up until recently, it wasn’t uncommon for me to take 30-45 minute showers. At times, my love affair with the shower has even bordered on the problematic. ...

How to Fix Feelings of Inadequacy

Ever had the feeling that you are not good enough? That something is wrong with you? Or that you are not normal? Even if you haven’t heard these phrases pass inside your mind, there’s a big chance you’ve encountered them in disguise: Fear of your partner or friends...

Stepping Out of Your Movie

Do you ever feel like your life is one long epic story with you as the main character? If you’re hesitant:  It’s okay to admit it.  This doesn’t mean you are selfish or narcissistic.  It merely means you are normal.  Whether it feels like a saga, a...