Discover why your mind, body, and spirit need a vacation among the trees like Mary Oliver.
WHEN I AM AMONG THE TREES by Mary Oliver When I am among the trees, especially the willows and the honey locust equally the beech, the oaks, and the pines, they give off such hints of gladness. You may wonder why you need a vacation among the trees. Let’s start with some fascinating facts about…
Read MoreHow to find inspiration to help you recharge by exploring and living with Nature
BLOG-4.22.docx What, in the earth world, is there not to be amazed by and to be steadied by and to cherish? – Mary Oliver Nature is the fundamental gift that gives us so many free benefits. Dhava Patel gives us Five Proven Ways Spending Time in Nature Inspire Creativity. To give you more inspiration…
Read MoreNative Americans are receiving well-deserved honors
Native Americans in the United States began over tens of thousands of years ago. Many archaeologists believe it may have been about 1200 BC. For the past 500 years, Native American people have faced multiple issues, including genocide, dislocation, and various forms of physical, mental, and social abuse. Today, things are looking brighter for Native…
Read MoreGet outdoors to stay healthy, happy, and hopeful.
As Paulo Coelho says, “It’s the simple things in life that are most extraordinary.” And that’s what nature is for you. It gives you spectacular gifts. Open a door, walk outside, and soak up nature. It’s incredible to discover how many great beautiful gifts we receive when we take an excursion in the natural state.…
Read MoreWhy You Need Music in Your Life
“Music can change the world”. Ludwig van Beethoven Music is a magic pill for life-enriching. We all need Music in our lives. You may ask why what’s so great about Music? Music increases your creativity. You may ask why do you need creativity. In today’s world, we are all searching for ways to make life…
Read MoreHow to discover Christmas cheer with great writers and movie makers help
As Auntie Mame said, “We all need a little bit of Christmas.” This is so true, especially this year. Authors and creative filmmakers created fantastic books and movies to brighten your Christmas. These treasured holiday artists’ gifts bring special joy from their magical tales that touch a deeper part of our hearts. If you’re looking…
Read MoreWhy November is the time to discover Native American Indian Writers and Artists
November is Native American Heritage Month and created to help people discover, enjoy, and honor American Indians and Alaska Natives. Join and celebrate the rich and diverse cultures by reading some of their great authors and learning about their marvelous creative artists. Discover the wonders of the unique and their particular cultures with the following…
Read MoreNine books and magical book locations to help your wanderlust when you can’t travel
“Books are the plane and the train and the road. They are the destination and the journey. They are home.” Anna Quindlen Settle back, relax, and get ready for a journey that may be better than a plane, boat, or car trip you will ever like. So don’t bemoan your fate…
Read MoreHere are three inspirational activities to elevate a writer’s creativity
“People frequently believe the creative life is grounded in fantasy. The more difficult truth is that creativity is grounded in reality, in a particular, the focused, well-observed, or the specifically imagined.” The Artist Way Every writer needs to find ways to be more creative. Inspiration is waiting from everyday things and…
Read MoreIncrease your creativity with a journey to ancient civilizations
“Leonardo da Vinci travels to the Holy Land to uncover a secret that has shaped the fate of all civilizations.” ― Amerigo Consta, Codex: The Origin of Thought During this period, with extra time at home, you have an excellent opportunity to discover new worlds and expand your creativity. You may…
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