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On Life and Giving

"You make a living by what you get, but you make a life by what you give." – Winston Churchill, Prime Minister of Britain during World War II (1940-1945) and again from 1951-1955, statesman, orator, historian, writer and artist (1874-1965) Talking about giving may seem alien to some of us in recovery, especially if we’re [...]

Value the Power of Positive Thinking

"Think positively and masterfully, with confidence and faith, and life becomes more secure, more fraught with action, richer in achievement and experience." – Eddie Rickenbacker, World War I American fighter ace and recipient of the Medal of Honor, also a race car driver, automotive designer, government consultant in military matters, and pioneer in air transportation, [...]

Confident or Cocky?

Confidence can be an admirable quality. We tend to trust people who seem confident in their ability to do their job. If our doctor seemed nervous right before he started a surgical procedure, we would be very nervous about his ability to do it right. There is a line between confidence and cockiness. When you [...]

Study Finds Work Attitude and Home Life Intertwined

While not everyone is crazy about the work they do or the company they work for, a change in attitude could be good for their health. According to a new study from Kansas State University, invigorated and dedicated employees carry their positive work experiences into their personal life to create a happier home life. Science [...]

Gotta Enjoy the Little Things

Funny enough, it was the movie Zombieland that reminded me of this principle for a happy life. In Zombieland, finding that rare Twinkie is an example of one of the little things. (The movie is hilarious, by the way.)