It's the recognition that other people's problems, their pain and frustrations, are every bit as real as our own - often far worse. In recognizing this fact and trying to offer some assistance, we open our hearts and greatly enhance our sense of gratitude.

You can't have a better past.

The trick is to be grateful when your mood is high and graceful when it is low.

Make living your life with absolute integrity and kindness your first priority.

Retirement can and will be a glorious time in your life. You'll love the freedom and ability to try new things. It's a new phase of life; a chance to be a beginner again.

It seems that we have it backward in our society. We tend to look up to people who are under a great deal of stress, who can handle loads of stress, and those who are under a great deal of pressure.

The next time you find yourself in an argument, rather than defend your position, see if you can see the other point of view first.