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  • The (Two) Best Phrases You Can Say

    Today we reveal the very best phrase we humans can say to one another, if we wish to create the peace and happiness we all crave, both…

  • Be Your Own Happiness

    Parents often base our own sense of happiness on external circumstances. We find ourselves dependent on…

  • Smile Your Way to Happiness

    In his brilliant book Resilience, former Navy SEAL (and now Governor or Missouri) Eric Greitens delivers some amazing wisdom to a fellow SEAL struggling…

  • The World is Enough

    One of life’s constant dilemmas is between pursuing…

  • What if they’re not evil?

    There is evil in the world. And..

  • What’s Wrong, and Right, with My House

    What’s Wrong, and Right, with My House

  • Laugh or Die

    Parenting is serious business. Talk about a “fearful strain!” There are diapers to change and manners to teach. There is homework to supervise and a schedule to keep.

  • Cheerfulness is a Decision

    Jenny here (I’m Hal’s wife). I’ve always wanted my children to have wonderful memories of growing up in our home. So, I decorated for the holidays and attended all the class parties. I took them to sporting events and cheered them on, no matter how dreadful the weather may be.

  • Smile Your Way to Happiness

    In his brilliant book Resilience, former Navy SEAL Eric Greitens delivers some amazing wisdom to a fellow SEAL struggling with the aftereffects of warfare. I just finished the book, and I can’t wait to share some of its lessons in future Daily Pauses. For now, take this piece of practical wisdom into your holiday weekend. […]

  • Thoughtful Wishing

    What do you want today?

    A perfectly obedient toddler? Your boss to call in sick? A cool breeze on a hot day by the pool? A stiff drink? An actual chore done by your teen? Sex with your spouse?