What’s your purpose?
This isn’t a philosophical question about life but a question about authenticity and critical thinking, about reflection and consideration. It’s the question we should ask ourselves before we put pen to paper, before we open our mouths, before we hit the Send button.
Wednesday’s word
Do something audacious today!
Dance, the hidden language of the soul
We love this thing called dance, whether as a performer or spectator. Dance—or movement—from an evolutionary perspective, has been one of our earliest forms of communication.
Birdsong, a tonic for creativity & concentration
Waking up this morning to the sound of birdsong, I was reminded that spring is in the air. Birdsong refreshes our senses, gives us a shot of happiness and according to scientists, boosts our cognitive abilities.
Fanning the flames of romance
Fans were used by the ladies and gentlemen of the sixteenth century — to communicate discreet messages of love. A fashion accessory with it’s own flirtation language …fascinating, don’t you agree?
Communicate love without using the words ‘I love you’
Love is a powerful emotion, but communicating love is not inherent in us. We can learn how to communicate that love through our words, actions and non-verbal cues.
Words, sentences, beauty
Words on their own are just, well, words. For them to glow and give meaning, we need sentences. As a writer, I’m always on the look out for the perfect word, always hoping to construct the perfect sentence.
Beyond words – messages we communicate
Often, we are unaware of the messages we communicate through our appearance, body movements, voice, or our facial expressions, but these nonverbal messages pack a big punch.
