Monthly Archives: February 2009

If things are a little out-of-balance as of late, think of some ways in which you can reach out and use your resources to get back on a more direct path.  Who can you call upon for support, wisdom, encouragement … Continue reading →

What are your deepest desires? What do you know about your truest nature? What are your biggest concerns about the way you handle yourself? How are your circumstances reflective of your habits? How do you come to your decisions? What … Continue reading →

Is not always enough. Is never perfect. Can exist without lasting forever. Is a gift. I

Try and remain focused on issues as they come along instead of worrying about what might happen in the future. Find a blessing to balance every adversity Do your best to accept that life is uncertain and that means that … Continue reading →

Push yourself a little more Make a change Make a choice Step forward Laugh a little Let go of the anchor Hope, dream and discover Get excited Be who you really are Let it all wash away LIVE YOUR LIFE!

The old saying reminds us that we are “what we eat” and our lives are no different.  The ingredients we use in terms of our thoughts, actions, words and choices all work to create a life.  What temperature do we … Continue reading →

I recently read a letter to Allure Magazine in which a reader criticized actress, Eva Mendes, for her lack of body confidence.  The reader felt Eva’s lack of security with her looks was a “slap-in-the-face” to women who did not … Continue reading →

If your closest relationships are the reflection in the mirrors of our self confidence, what kind of image are yours revealing to you?  Are you constantly trying to look/be/act perfect for someone else?  Are you shown how beautiful, funny, witty, … Continue reading →

I’ve just received the new “W” magazine and was delighted to find my favorite performer, Madonna, on the cover and participating in a 40-plus page pictorial with not-unknown-for-long model, Jesus Luz.  For any longtime Madonna fan (and I have been … Continue reading →

I was recently doing research for a new piece on men and the Internet and have heard a variety of reasons many men wind up searching for nude photos of celebrities and pornography (even while in perfectly happy relationships).  I’d … Continue reading →

Anyone who has ever found themselves charmed by an attractive stranger (even while still madly in love with their partner) knows that monogamy is a choice. In fact, that is one of the things that makes it so special, you … Continue reading →

Scientist’s have discovered that taking a pill can erase bad memories.  Obviously, it’s likely taking  the beta-blockers will also tamper with those memories we hold dearest to our hearts as well.  Take a look at the article and let us … Continue reading →

This is scary!

From her dad doing Oprah and announcing he “questions her mental situation”  to reports that she’s had surgery to look like Angelina Jolie, Octuplet Mama, Nadya Suleman, is under the microscope and being picked apart in every possible way. There are … Continue reading →

If you are in-between where you no longer wish to be and the place you’re aching to go, there’s no need to sit and watch the hands of the clock move in circles.  Turn on the music, pour the champagne … Continue reading →

It always amazes me how many beautiful, smart, accomplished women walk around the world feeling insecure about their size, shape, age, career/relationship status, etc. These amazing women often miss out on enjoying parties and weddings, holidays, events and even putting their best foot … Continue reading →

Celebrity tabloid company, TMZ, has published a photo of a woman they claim is Rhianna, showing signs of serious abuse all over her face.   How do you feel about the photo being leaked? Do you feel this will help other … Continue reading →

It’s better to give it all you’ve got and not succeed than to fail simply because you never had the courage to try.

Click here for a few tips on putting your best foot forward at work, in social situations and at the dinner table. How Important Are Good Manners To You?

Have some jelly beans Watch a movie Bake something or enjoy something that is baked Get physical in some way (a good way) Find a way to make someone laugh Reach out to someone the old fashioned way, in person … Continue reading →

Many times we learn we learn the right way by making a wrong turn.  Mistakes can cost us dearly and haunt us for a while but without them, we might never evolve into our greatest self.  It’s when we justify, … Continue reading →

What do the following words mean to you?  How would you define them? Enlightenment Compassion Hope Judgement Understanding Forgiveness Character

What are three words you would use to describe your relationship with the world?

Showing gratitude for the things  you have in your life not only brings us a sense of peace and calm but also serves as a way to unleash yourself from defeatist thinking.  When you feel as though you have nothing to … Continue reading →

Thank you all so much for coming to visit Walking Barefoot every day!  I am so excited to have so many new readers (our readership hit 3,000 this month!)  I hope you are all enjoying the new blog and I … Continue reading →

That the more you try and avoid something, the harder it hits you?  Pain, disappointment, disillusionment, endings and fear are all a part of life.  When we accept these things are a part of the overall cycle (and that, without … Continue reading →

If you find yourself needing to know what is going on at all times, to do everything by yourself because “that’s the only way to get it done” or offering unsolicited advice on how others can do a job better, … Continue reading →

Is it a gradual process or do you go from 0-60? What makes you most angry? Why do you have such a strong reaction to what angers you? How do you feel after you get angry?

It always surprises me how angry people get when others do not take their advice after seeking it out.  Advice is a precious gift, an offer of wisdom but assuming that a rejection of what you feel is best is … Continue reading →

A blatant sense of entitlement is often a turn-off for others, regardless of how “important” your title might be. Instead of demanding, huffing, puffing and otherwise stirring up a negative scene, remember that people are more likely to do what you want … Continue reading →

That you are only a few steps from the life of your dreams That you can change your entire life by changing your outlook That you are capable, strong and totally resilient That the resources you need are right in … Continue reading →

If you resist change, you can never grow.

If you are dissatisfied with certain aspects of your life, the key to unlocking real change may lie in taking a step back and doing less while you figure out a new game plan rather than pressing forward.  There might … Continue reading →

If you were to take five people and place them in a room to watch an event and then asked them each to describe what happened, the effect of what happened on the room and why the event occurred in … Continue reading →

How do differences in the interpretation of the word cause issues with others in your life?

Big goals are often achieved by working through a series of  smaller goals or “steps” as I like to call them. Instead of telling yourself , “I want to get into graduate school”  take steps to achieve that goal every single day. On Monday, research the … Continue reading →

Instead of sitting in a group, tossing complaints in a pile with the rest of the Debbie Downer’s and Critical Charley’s, brainstorm some changes you can implement and put a change for the better into motion yourself.

Leave Early:  Running late is no fun for the person running or the person waiting.  Avoid resentments, frustration and stains on both the underarm portion of your shirt and your reputation by leaving 15-20 minutes early. Create a Calendar:  Every year, … Continue reading →

Anyone who has ever received a call or email from someone they have not spoken to in ages (or worse, someone who has ignored their emails and calls) only to have them drop a favor request in the second line knows how hurtful … Continue reading →

Facebook, one of the most widely-used networking sites on the web, has come under fire after Consumerist  pointed out a February 4, 2009 “update” to the sites privacy policy which says the site now has a right to hold onto … Continue reading →

Just because you ignore your beauty, intelligence, talent, capabilities, power or any one of your many other lovely traits does not eliminate them.  That said, it’s more than a bit limiting.  Imagine how life would be if you accepted yourself … Continue reading →

How excited are you about your life?  How can you spice and spruce it up? You’re here to have a little fun too, you know?

Take care of the easy questions first and then move on to the second easiest.  No need leaving everything else blank just because you get stuck on one.  You can still pass through with a decent “grade” even if you … Continue reading →

Times are tough but there is still beauty to be found in the world, in life, in our day-to-day.  Listen to soft music, smile often and ask yourself, “Is this really worth ruining a moment for?” when the blood pressure … Continue reading →

Motion-Creates-Motion so spend the day putting plans in action.  Reach out and ask for help. Find a mentor.  Do something to educate yourself. Move a little closer to the success you are craving… The success you deserve… The success you … Continue reading →

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What feeds your soul? What ignites your passion? What brings your dreams into technicolor?

The heart convinces but the gut never lies.

Why shouldn’t you dream big and often?

Exists inside and glows in ones eyes.