Gina Van LuvenJun 5, 20204 minNurturing the Mr. Rogers Within OurselvesI recently watched “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” which focused on working through anger. I cried during the scene where he was...
Gina Van LuvenApr 20, 20203 minThe 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?...
Gina Van LuvenMar 28, 20202 minAre 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...
Gina Van LuvenMar 25, 20202 minThe Importance of ConnectionOne day I was sitting on the tandas (that's Malaysian for toilet) and noticed a tiny ant wandering about the bathroom floor. Hmmm...I...
Gina Van LuvenMar 7, 20205 minAuthenticity and the Jekyll and Hyde EffectThe 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,...
Gina Van LuvenFeb 17, 20204 minWhen Good People Do Bad ThingsI 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...
Gina Van LuvenOct 18, 20193 minEmotional IntelligenceA recent Facebook conversation spawned deep thought into the concept emotional intelligence. What, exactly, IS emotional intelligence? It...
Gina Van LuvenAug 1, 20193 minThe 3 Breakfasts that Destroy ProductivityWe’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...
Gina Van LuvenJul 13, 20193 minWhat 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...
Gina Van LuvenFeb 14, 20192 minDo 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,...
Gina Van LuvenJan 3, 20192 minWant 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....
Gina Van LuvenDec 15, 20182 minWhy You Should Add Cinnamon to Your DishCinnamon is an aromatic spice long been used in cooking, especially baked goods. But, did you know it can help burn fat and reduce blood...
Gina Van LuvenDec 14, 20183 min5 Tips to Stay Fit and Fabulous for the HolidaysWith all the holiday festivities comes a lot of extra food, sugar and alcohol, and a lot less time for exercise. It can be challenging...
Gina Van LuvenDec 12, 20182 minThe Glow of GratitudeI'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...