Believe in Yourself and Succeed With These Tips
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 9, 2022
Whether you live in Australia or elsewhere, you must believe in yourself before you can succeed. That may seem...
The Only Constant Is Change.
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On August 16, 2021
“Start now. Start where you are. Start with fear. Start with pain. Start with doubt. Start with hands...
When’s The Last Time You Did Something For The First Time?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On August 9, 2021
“The mind is like water. When it’s turbulent, it’s difficult to see. When it’s calm, everything becomes clear.“ Prasad...
What You Resist Persists
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On August 2, 2021
” Here’s to more time feeling inspired and less time feeling stressed.” #MondayMotivation TLDR; Good morning and welcome to...
Why Being Yourself Might Not Be Your BEST Self
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On July 26, 2021
r “Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.” Buddha TLDR; Good morning and welcome to your 2-minute dose of happiness. ...
Only One Moment Matters – The Present
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On July 19, 2021
“Surround yourself with people who push you, who challenge you, who make you laugh, who make you better,...
Live With Intention And Control Your Own Karma
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On July 12, 2021
“Close your eyes and imagine the best version of you possible. That’s who you really are, let go...
Six Signs Of Low Self-Awareness; Are You Aware?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On July 5, 2021
“Whether we’re folding a T-shirt or eating a kiwi, every moment is an opportunity to be mindful.” Tamara...
From Mantras To Morning Routines, Today We Share What’s Been Working For Us.
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 28, 2021
” I urge you to please notice when you are happy, and exclaim or murmur or think at some...
6 BEST WEARABLES TO TRACK YOUR EMOTIONS
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 21, 2021
” There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when...
I’m Grateful That You’re Reading This Post And That We Have The Ability To Read
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 14, 2021
” Be pleasant until ten o’clock in the morning and the rest of the day will take care of...
WFH? Working From Home.
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 7, 2021
” There is nothing more important to true growth than realizing that you are not the voice of the mind...
How to Practice Self-Care Without Spending a Lot of Money
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 4, 2021
In case you haven’t noticed, America is stressed out. We were stressed before the pandemic, but the past year...
When Life Happens, Surrendering Is The Best Approach.
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 3, 2021
“People often say motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing. That’s why we recommend it daily” Zig Ziglar...
“Let your smile change the world, but don’t let the world change your smile.” – Connor Franta
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On May 31, 2021
“Let your smile change the world, but don’t let the world change your smile.” Connor Franta TLDR; Good...
Mind Full Vs. Mindful
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On May 27, 2021
“You never know what’s around the corner. It could be everything. Or it could be nothing. You keep...
…It Helps You Realize That Happiness Isn’t The End Goal In Life.
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On May 24, 2021
” Happiness is not the absence of problems; it’s the ability to deal with them.” Steve Maraboli TLDR; Good...
Recovering to Be a Better Parent: Addiction Survivors and Their Battles for Sobriety
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On October 12, 2017
The moment you become a parent, your entire life changes. The wellbeing of your child becomes your number one...
Do You Want to be Right or Happy?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On September 15, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. I used to believe that uncertainty had no...
Marriage With Mental Illness
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On September 1, 2016
It is a common belief that married couples fight about three things: intimacy, money, and children (in no specific...
Awareness and My Weight Loss Journey
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On August 17, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. I used to believe that I was destined...
Understanding: Wants vs. Needs
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On July 20, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. How often do we create mountains out of...
Is Stress Ruling My Life?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On July 5, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. I try not to let stress run my life....
When Your Inner Critic Keeps You From Happiness
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 28, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. How often have you allowed stress to affect...
How I Learned to Be Happy: Past, Present, Future
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 8, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. When dealing with the unknown of the future...
How I Change Morbid Thoughts to Grateful Ones
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On June 6, 2016
I used to think everyone had the same morbid fascination and obsession with death that I had. There was...
Communication & Life: What Are You Pretending Not to Know?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On May 24, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. I used to think life was something to...
21-Day Recovery Starts With Self-Love!
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On May 11, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. It is easy to say I have spent...
Celebrating My Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On April 28, 2016
A version of this post originally appeared on the Huffington Post. Bipolar disorder is simply a series of symptoms that...
6 Wearables To Track Your Emotions
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 24, 2016
Soon it might be just as common to track your emotions with a wearable device as it is to...
Journaling: The Healing Power of Writing
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 17, 2016
Could you spare 10-20 minutes a day to improve your happiness and health? Writing down your thoughts can be...
Improve Your Happiness By Improving Your Health
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 10, 2016
Did you know that a poor diet and a lack of exercise could make you more susceptible to depression...
Failed at Perfection? Try Self-acceptance
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 10, 2016
OK, just go ahead and say it: You’re not perfect and you never will be. Didn’t it feel good...
Mindfulness: There’s an App For That
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 10, 2016
If you’re already a member of A Plan For Living, you know how useful it is to have an...
Science Shows the Mind-Body Connection Is Real
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 3, 2016
If you want to be healthier, learn how to be happier. Your mind is more powerful than you think....
The Do’s and Don’ts of Arguing With The One You Love
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On February 9, 2016
With Valentine’s Day coming up, it’s easy to succumb to the fantasy that love is all about romance, roses...
What Is The Happiness Formula?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On February 9, 2016
Walk into your local bookstore or check out your favorite online seller and take a minute to count all...
Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On February 3, 2016
If you live in a northern climate, you know that the cold, gray days of winter can really wreak...
Interview with Michael Weinberger on The Recovered Podcast
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On February 2, 2016
Recently, APFL founder Michael Weinberger talked about his journey of recovery and described how he created A Plan For...
5 Steps to Track Your Happiness and Reboot Your Mood
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 27, 2016
“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our...
Manage Stress, Don’t Eliminate It
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 27, 2016
If you define stress as that crazy out-of-control feeling you get when you’re overwhelmed and under pressure, you’ve got...
6 Signs That You’re Not Living In The Present
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 27, 2016
You’ve heard it a million times—the key to happiness is learning to live in the present moment. It’s possible...
Change Your Perspective, Change Your Life
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 27, 2016
Even if you’ve never heard of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, you’ve probably witnessed it at work. If you’ve ever been...
Negative Thoughts & Depression: A Vicious Circle?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 14, 2016
If you’ve ever experienced depression, you know it can be a black hole of self-doubt and distorted negative thinking....
Spirituality: What’s Your Style?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 14, 2016
If you’re committed to changing your life, whether it’s improving relationships, gaining control over your emotions or moving beyond...
Mindfulness Is Not Effortless
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 9, 2016
Mindfulness is not effortless For most people, a mindful practice begins with meditation: learning to sit quietly and concentrate...
The Secret To Positive Change? Gratitude
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 9, 2016
The secret to positive change? Gratitude. What’s your New Year’s resolution? To be happier? Healthier? More successful? Improve your...
Starting a New Year – Is Everyone As Freaked Out As I Am?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 8, 2016
The first workday of the new year has come and gone. When I woke up in the new year,...
Is Happiness Really A Choice?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On January 4, 2016
Is Happiness Really A Choice? I have discussed with friends, therapists, and support groups on whether happiness is really a...
Becoming My Own Best Friend
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On December 2, 2015
One of the most interesting lessons that I have learned in my life is the realization that I am...
It’s About Practice, Not Perfection!
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On December 1, 2015
Life was feeling out of control one day last week. Everything seemed to be breaking around me. Relationships felt...
Another Opportunity to Learn
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On December 1, 2015
I recently found myself coasting through life a little bit. I was happy and content with where I was...
4 Powerful Tips For A Happy Mind During The Holidays
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On November 25, 2015
As the holiday season kicks off and families begin coming together, many of us will take pause to give...
What is the greatest deterrent to achieving happiness?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On November 5, 2015
I believe that the single greatest deterrent to achieving happiness is all the clutter or “noise” going on in...
Monday is just another day
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On September 21, 2015
I recently had a conversation with a close friend on a Monday morning. Before we go into catching up...
Does Prayer Freak You Out?
- Posted by aplanforliving
- On March 27, 2015
To be completely honest, it used to freak me out also…and I am still hesitant to say the “P”...
