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March 12, 2017

in Holistic Health, Positive Psychology, Uncategorized, Well-being

Who’s Ready for Some Fun?

This month’s happiness focus is a big deal for me. You see, I’m not too crazy. I’m not overly adventurous. I’m often found feeling like I’m the fun police trying to ruin everyone’s good time with my serious schedule and never-ending to do list. Adventurous is watching a movie on Friday night and crawling into bed at 9 to read my book instead of at 8 (like on most other nights!). Going to bed early and being organized is one thing, but I often find myself...

March 5, 2017

in Holistic Health, Positive Psychology, Well-being

by Danielle Nuhfer

February Happiness Project Update

February was all about building better relationships, with those in my family, school and even strangers. It started with three resolutions: Creating new routines, making the first call, and reaching out just because. Throughout the month, these resolutions took on different meanings than I had originally intended but I think that was a good thing. Let me explain… Resolution #1 Creating new routines… So, this one seems to just be getting started. Because my birthday is in February, we already had a tradition of getting together this month....

February 19, 2017

in Mindfulness, Well-being

by Danielle Nuhfer

In a bad mood? Hunt for the good.

Sometimes the winter is just depressing. The days are short: I go to work and it’s still dark. My room has no real windows to see sun (although I am one of the lucky ones who has some windows, so I’m not completely complaining!). I leave work and the sun is going down. I try to get myself outside regularly but it’s still about bundling up and being quick about enjoying the time. There is little lingering or exploring further. My toes are cold, my...