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1The World Below: Time-Lapse. I am really banking on one day seeing this view for myself when they finally commercialize out-of-this-world travel. Stunning, awe-inspiring views from the International Space Station. And speaking of… Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Launches 10th Flight of Space Tourism Rocket.

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2Scare Your Soul. I just met a kindred Happiness spirit, Scott Simon, Founder of Scare Your Soul. I love what he is doing in the world and want to share it with you. He is all about becoming a better ‘you’ by facing your fears. As encouragement, each day he invites you to meet head-on a ‘Scare Your Soul’ challenge. Today, being the start of the month of love (mmwwaaahh!), the challenge is to Recommit to Love. How? Choose one person in your life whom you love, and maybe show them how much by being scarily candid, a.k.a., super vulnerable.

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3What’s Your Word? The MyIntent Project. I am also a fan of the Founder of this organization, Chris Pan. The intention (pun intended) of his project is to be a catalyst for meaningful conversations backed by positive action that is influenced by your purpose in life. They make and personalize jewelry that displays a word that is meaningful to you. They also invite you to answer questions that will get you to share your truth and inspiration. Like >> What can you do today that you could not do a year ago?

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4Lisa Nichols Left The Audience Speechless-THE BEST SPEECH EVER! Okay, perhaps a bit of an overstatement, though it is a pretty darn compelling speech worth watching if you want a serious dose of motivation. “Sometimes it’s time to stop asking for permission and give the world notice… Unapologetic just showed up!”

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5Is It Healthier to Ditch the Desk and Work Outdoors? Science Says Yes. I say “hell ya, it does!” Years ago, I gave up working inside of four white walls and never looked back. Is it scary at times to not have a regular j-o-b? Yes, though it is even scarier to me if I did. Here you go, seventeen science-backed reasons to work outdoors, starting with sitting at a desk all day increases heart disease risk by sixty-four percent.

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615 Most Meaningful Gestures from Bosses to Their Employees. My story is the third one in the article. The take away that I learned from a former boss is to be happy for another’s success.

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7Forget Your New Year’s Resolution. This video has had over two million YouTube hits since January 6th. So, ask yourself, this year, are you going to soar or cluck? This choice IS yours.

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8Oscar Nominations 2019: ‘Roma,’ ‘The Favourite’ and ‘Black Panther’ Break Ground. My favorite contenders made the list as well: ‘Vice,’ ‘Green Book,’ and ‘BlacKkKlansman.’ All of these films, each in their own way, took big risks. The ceremony will be live on Sunday, February 24th.

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“When you are present you can sense the spirit— the one consciousness in every creature—and love it as yourself.” ~ Eckhart Tolle

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Photographic Safari and Mindfulness Workshops Kenya | Botswana | Inquire About Dates

You do not always get to see these guys, leopards! I took this photo on one of my more recent trips to Africa. My favorite place in the world. A place I love sharing with others as well. Great Plains Conservation’s Wild Studio was started by award-winning National Geographic filmmakers Beverly and Dereck Joubert. This is an experience that I put together. It combines learning the secrets of great wildlife photography from a Wild Studios pro and my Mindfulness teaching. Please join us on a uniquely curated safari that will tap into your true inner-photographer. This journey can be shared with a group of friends or as a solo sojourn. The choice is yours.

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Happiness: The Art of Life Balance As a longtime television producer, stress was my middle name. I have spent more than a decade studying what to do about it. Now, I work with professionals, especially those in the media, to help them get out of the crazy and into the happy (and yes, I still produce TV shows). I have put together a program that can fit into anyone’s schedule and can be joined anytime.

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By Appointment Offering private sessions in Mindfulness, Primordial Sound Meditation, Contemplative Prayer Meditation, and Restorative Yoga. Available in-person, or on Skype and FaceTime.

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Special thanks to Astrid Martin, article and video content research, and Michael Tobias, editorial review and formatting, for their ongoing contributions to 8 Good Things.

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