by Sheryl Lilly Pidgeon “Excitement is a great and necessary thing; without it life wouldn’t be complete. But happiness – real happiness – is something entirely different, at once calmer and more rewarding.” So says Harvard-trained Ph.D. and life coach, Martha Beck. “True joy,” she states, “lacks the wild ups…
By T.J. Griffin and Kelly Jameson, Ph.D., LPC-S Almost everyone would agree that the holidays are wonderful, but the holidays are also stressful. Our tidings of comfort and joy can easily be devoured by the demands of the season. Do they have to be so hard? Is there anything we…
Help us stuff a bus! Donate to those in need and join DART Friday, Dec. 6, from 6 a.m.-5 p.m. at SMU/Mockingbird Station for its annual Stuff a Bus event. Stuff A Bus is a DART employee initiative that benefits North Texas families and individuals in need. The event compliments two separate DART employee-sponsored drives…
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has announced the honorees of its Great Contributors Gala fundraising event on December 5: Phyllis and Tom McCasland, Sue Ringle (posthumous) and Carolyn and Al Olson. A champagne reception and silent auction starts at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and a program at 7…
Applying for a mortgage is an exciting and stressful time. There’s the anticipation of buying a home or property, and the nerves about the application and approval processes. To make the mortgage application process smoother, here are 8 things to do before applying. 1. Check Your Credit Score Your credit…
As the 2019 State Fair of Texas comes to a close, it’s clear that this year was one to remember. For the 133rd year, the annual event brought people from all walks of life together – from iconic State Fair traditions to new innovative additions, fairgoers alike enjoyed their visit to the…
By Deron Sugg | Contributor The “pre-nup discussion” is a lot like the “birds and the bees talk” in that the mere mention of either is grimace-inducing, despite their potentially formative roles in one’s future. I mean, let’s be honest, a person saying, “I’m madly in love with you, but…
by Dr. Melanie Ross Mills | Contributor Authentic life transformation cannot happen without clarity of vision. As Empowerment Coach, Tiffany Hendra, states, “It is vital to get a clear vision for who you want to be, what you want to do, and what you want to have.” She explains that…
By Tania Cowling During the tween years, it’s normal to begin your first paying jobs: mowing lawns, walking dogs, or babysitting. These activities help to build a sense of independence as well as teach the importance of scheduling, dependability, and managing finances. Babysitting is more than watching small children while…