Nurturing the Mr. Rogers Within Ourselves
I recently watched “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” which focused on working through anger. I cried during the scene where he was...
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Gina Van Luven
- Apr 20, 2020
- 3 min
The Red Pill or the Blue One?
I friend of mine recently posted a question on Facebook in reference to the move Matrix. She said, “Do you remember the movie the matrix?...
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Gina Van Luven
- Mar 28, 2020
- 2 min
Are We Experiencing the Five Stages of Grief?
We associate grief with the death of a loved one. But grief can happen over the loss of anything, including freedom. Let’s explore the...
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Gina Van Luven
- Mar 25, 2020
- 2 min
The Importance of Connection
One day I was sitting on the tandas (that's Malaysian for toilet) and noticed a tiny ant wandering about the bathroom floor. Hmmm...I...
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Gina Van Luven
- Mar 7, 2020
- 5 min
Authenticity and the Jekyll and Hyde Effect
The concept of good and evil have been explored for as long as we’ve known. The first two humans depicted in the Bible, Adam and Eve,...
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Gina Van Luven
- Feb 16, 2020
- 4 min
When Good People Do Bad Things
I knew her. Not like I know my own husband or children…or even my closest friends. But, I knew her. Or, at least I thought I did. I...
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Gina Van Luven
- Oct 18, 2019
- 3 min
Emotional Intelligence
A recent Facebook conversation spawned deep thought into the concept emotional intelligence. What, exactly, IS emotional intelligence? It...
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Gina Van Luven
- Aug 1, 2019
- 3 min
The 3 Breakfasts that Destroy Productivity
We’ve been sold a bill of goods…literally. We’ve been deceived into thinking certain breakfast items are good for us when, in fact, they...
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Gina Van Luven
- Jul 13, 2019
- 3 min
What Cloak are YOU Wearing?
A response to a recent Facebook post of mine caused me to pause and think. My post was about how some people make political decisions...
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Gina Van Luven
- Feb 14, 2019
- 2 min
Do You Love Enough?
LOVE...we all desire this basic, fundamental need. Feeling a lack of it can cause a myriad of negative emotional effects...depression,...
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Gina Van Luven
- Jan 3, 2019
- 2 min
Want 2019 to be Amazing?
If you want 2019 to be an amazing year, you must CREATE this for yourself. Many people set New Year's resolutions, only to fall short....
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Gina Van Luven
- Dec 15, 2018
- 2 min
Why You Should Add Cinnamon to Your Dish
Cinnamon is an aromatic spice long been used in cooking, especially baked goods. But, did you know it can help burn fat and reduce blood...
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Gina Van Luven
- Dec 14, 2018
- 3 min
5 Tips to Stay Fit and Fabulous for the Holidays
With all the holiday festivities comes a lot of extra food, sugar and alcohol, and a lot less time for exercise. It can be challenging...
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Gina Van Luven
- Dec 12, 2018
- 2 min
The Glow of Gratitude
I'm sure you've met people who exude a certain glow. You can just tell they love life, even when thrown a curve ball. This special glow...
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