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26 Simple Ways to Make Your Life More Exciting

November 9, 2022October 1, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

If you’re looking for some interesting things to do but don’t know where to start, consider your current situation.

If someone were to write a book about your life, would the title be something like The Predictable Tale of (Insert Your Name Here)’s Monotonous Existence — or would it be The Exciting Escapades of (Your Name)’s Wild and Adventurous Life ?

Your real life probably falls somewhere in between agonizing moments and wanton exhilaration.

Perhaps you experience long stretches of boredom (or busyness) interspersed with moments of joy. (And even fun and joy can become predictable with repetition.)

13 Of The Best Women’s Retreats For This Year

November 9, 2022September 8, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

Are you looking for a women’s spiritual retreat or relaxation retreat that won’t take you too far from home?

Has it been getting harder to ignore the restlessness and agitation inside you or to sleep away the aching exhaustion that is eroding your energy and confidence day after day?

Those healing retreats you’ve seen online or in magazines sound awfully good right now.

33 Time-Tested Ways To Find The Key To Happiness

September 19, 2022September 1, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

Woman blowing dandelion, key to happiness

What is the key to happiness?

Not just fleetingly happy but deeply content with your life?

Have you figured out how to maintain that contentment so that it’s the undercurrent that runs through all of the ups and downs of daily life?

Finding the key to happiness isn’t about finding external things, events, or relationships that boost you up.

It isn’t about attaining more money or power.

Real happiness, the kind that brings you a sense of inner peace and well-being in spite of outer circumstances requires new mindsets and habits.

If you’d like to open the door to that kind of sustained happiness, you may be using the wrong keys.

Here are some ideas for developing a foundation of happiness and success in your life.

71 Fun Things To Do At Home To Banish Boredom

November 17, 2022July 31, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

woman painting, fun things to do at home

Are you stuck on auto-pilot?

Do you cook the same dinners each night and watch the same Netflix shows over and over?

Is it becoming kind of rote and boring?

If so, it’s time for a change.

The same routine day in and day out can lead to boredom at best, or at worst, leave you worn out, drained, and unfulfilled.

While certain aspects of a routine (like good hygiene and showing up to work on time) are important, there’s no reason for your evenings and weekends to be uneventful and humdrum.

Trying new things can make you happier.

Even research bears this out, finding that novelty-seekers are generally healthier and more satisfied in life.

What do you have to lose?

Take a break from the same old, same old and end boredom with this list of fun things to do at home

While splurging on new experiences and adventures can come with a daunting price tag, it doesn’t have to.

There are many fun and affordable activities you can do without leaving the comfort of your own home.

Baby, It’s Cold Outside! 61 Fun Things To Do When The Weather Outside Is Frightful

July 4, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

woman playing outside in winter fun things to do when its cold outside

You can’t continue doing all of your regular outdoor activities when the temperature drops.

Freezing weather, snow, and drizzling rain can change all of your plans.

Whether you prefer to spend time outside in the snow or snuggle up indoors under a blanket, you need a fun list of things to do on a cold day.

Being prepared for cold weather with plenty of entertaining activities will make you, your friends, and your family happy regardless of the temperature outside.

If You Love Your Sis, You’ll Adore These 52 Matching Sister Tattoo Ideas

June 14, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

Are you and your sister thinking about getting inked together and searching for inspiration?

If so, you’ve landed in the right place — because today, we’re looking at 52 sister tattoo ideas.

Our goal was to curate a list that included a little something for everyone.

We’ve got options for folks who prefer unique, small, and meaningful sister tattoos and others for females who prefer a bigger, bolder, more straightforward approach.