Honoring Emotional Complexity Grief during the holidays can be overwhelming, especially when traditions and gatherings remind us of loved ones we’ve lost. It’s important to acknowledge that it’s normal to experience conflicting emotions—profound sadness alongside moments of joy and gratitude. As one expert wisely said, “You wouldn’t feel the grief ...

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Participants in the Well-being and Parenting Program can expect to walk away with the following objectives and action items. This complimentary program is presented by Carpe Diem with Jasmine LLC in partnership with Minneapolis Public Schools. Understanding Happiness:Identify personal sources of happiness. Develop strategies to enhance daily joy. Cultivating Gratitude, ...

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Have you ever had one of those days when Murphy’s Law seems out to get you?  Well, I had one yesterday. Just five minutes before I was scheduled to co-facilitate a crucial virtual training, my computer screen died—not a blue screen, but a completely black one. Panic moment? Absolutely. But ...

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Would you like to boost your happiness in 2024? You're not alone. Last week, I ran a quick Instagram poll, and many of you echoed a resounding "YES!" to the desire for more joy. It's a timeless human pursuit, famously captured in a film starring Will Smith. But defining happiness ...

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View my November Gratitude Challenge People often ask how to begin to Carpe Diem, or "Seize the Day." For me, the answer is simple: practice gratitude everyday. When you move in gratitude with the realization of what you have to be thankful for, you will start to notice a change ...

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