People need to be right. And this, my friend, is what causes an immense amount of suffering. For both sides of the fence.
Rarely, do…
Between the years 1940 to 1988, there was a popular American game show called Truth or Consequences. Contestants who didn’t answer the show’s…
March is Women’s History Month, so today we celebrate Susan B. Anthony, a determined liberator who championed women’s rights and fought for women’…
A helpless, bald baby bird is found in a flower bed, and from that moment on, the bird and its rescuers' lives would magically change.
I…
In case you missed it, here's an important update posted in Youtropolis News this afternoon. Take a look...
Heads up!
Last night, we introduced some upgrades to your Youtropolis city pages. Over the next couple of months, we will continue to…
Some things cannot be explained no matter how we may try. Even with advancements in technology, a blood test cannot explain what caused one’s rare…
Here's an excellent article from Well Street's U of You that I found very helpful. In it, there's a recipe for how to change pesky bad habits. Enjoy!
When it comes to integrating positive lifestyle changes, it's necessary to create a plan of action. All too often, people focus only on the end…
A collection of over 100 pages of Mother Teresa quotations about subjects closest to her heart. She "reflects on the meaning of love, the…
Something has troubled me for the last week or more. It’s one of those small moments in life I’d like to pretend never happened, but then it…
Dress up any outfit with this 24" faux pearl necklace; perfect condition.
Teen rebellion is common and considered a rite of passage by some. However, some behaviors, if not appropriately and effectively addressed, can…
At our monthly coffee date last week my friend was bursting with excitement sharing his decision to accept an invitation from his friends to join…
I was recently introduced to this stunning poem by award winning poet Maggie Smith. By the end of it I noticed I was literally holding my…
When I saw these photos from a Michigan woman’s candid camera, I was amazed. She set up a photo booth that captured dozens of beautiful birds…
If you’ve ever had a passion or dream dashed by well-meaning critics, you’ll enjoy this performance as much as the live audience and judges did…
Usually, men are celebrated as heroes, so chances are 18-year-old Lily Baker had never imagined that word describing her. But when she noticed a…
Another restaurant doing good deeds.
In August 2023, sixteen young Montanans sued their state over climate change and emerged victorious as a judge ruled in a first-of-its-kind…
Is there something in your life you'd like to change? For most of us, there's usually something with which we are unhappy; something that we'd…
Immersed in podcasts I've been saving for a rainy day such as this I'm hearing a lot about people who did all the right things and life wasn't…
People fall for scams every day. That’s why the trend is growing and becoming more malicious.
Recently, a technology reporter who was well-…
Several days ago, a 63-year-old man died aboard an international Lufthansa flight from Hong Kong to Munich. According to witnesses, the man…
It takes courage to speak out against any powerful leader these days, but it takes a true liberator to challenge Russia’s Putin.
Alexei…
She may be old, but she's not too old to thrill the audience…
I love this video and want to share it again this Valentine's Day. Happy Valentine's Day one and all!
The most important thing that anyone can hope for is love. This means that of all the diverse people on our planet we all share this fundamental…
Never underestimate a cat's shenanigans even on Valentine's Day…
Being Valentine’s Day, love is on everyone’s mind. But what exactly is love? How do you know if you are loved? And have you ever wondered how well…
These baby chicks decided to go home with the cat. Their parents are perplexed…
Around the world, the U.S. Constitution underlies the aura of “exceptionalism” that continues to define America’s spirit. That sacred document not…
Almost every "How to Sleep Better" article written advises sleeping in a cold bedroom. Maybe they're right. It seems to work for this polar bear...
I don't know what restaurant this is, but blessings to whomever came up with this policy of love and kindness.
Some classic sketch comedy from Carol Burnett and company. It's great to see these comedians struggle to stay in character…
It’s easy to fall into full-time autopilot. Get up in the morning and do the morning rituals then consult your checklist, be it mental, on your…
I first saw this ad a couple of years ago and was just as moved when I saw it again today…
News alert:
The FDA is recalling several products linked to a deadly listeria outbreak nationwide. The products are potentially…
Murphy and Chippy are the most unlikely friends, but that didn't stop them from loving each other…
It used to be that to succeed in this world you’d need to have at least one of the following good luck charms: a higher education, parents who…
"The average person uses just 10% of their brain capacity." I bet most of us have heard this statement repeated over the years. I remember…
Having worked in gyms for many years, I've periodically seen people walking on treadmills backward. This engages the legs and other muscles…
Many Native American cultures call February’s full moon Snow Moon. The Cherokee called it Bone Moon due to the winter’s dwindling food supplies so…
The answer is yes if you have these four border collies working them. Listening to each whistle for direction, they easily herd the ducks through…
A few days ago while eating breakfast my mind was all over the place. I was thinking about how digestion works. Cutting food into bite size pieces…
We often go through our days fast and as if by rote. When we do slow down, it's usually because we're not feeling well. Maybe due to an injury,…
Beautiful examples of award-winning clicks. Pick your favorite from these…
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias helps us discern one Latino from another…
We’ve probably all been told at least once, “use your head!” The brain, of course, is presumed to be analytical and thoughtful, the be-all end-all…
In 2023, an article by ProPublica and posted in Well Street, highlighted Philips Respironics, a manufacturer of CPAP breathing machines used by…
Musician Nick Cave on the power of small actions:
"The everyday human gesture is always a heartbeat away from the miraculous. Remember that…
Too many folks are ignoring the truth. They're looking the other way, either out of fear or feeling powerless. Not this guy. He's giving…
Sometimes, we forget to see humanity’s collective beauty. Sometimes we judge that which appears to be different, out of the norm, or not connected…
Trapped in his body, unable to communicate for years, Martin Pistorius finally escapes his living nightmare. See his story and celebrate the…
My liberation action was to find and support a pledge. This is one that I can support and also practice for myself. Take a look!
As part of the Let It Go! event, I pledge to diligently work toward spending more time in the present moment. This means less time and energy…
Need some laughs? George Carlin had a knack for slapping the world up along side the head with his keen observations about life's absurdities…
This sweet story about a man and his horse starts with smiles and chuckles, but takes a surprising turn that takes the relationship to a whole new…
Can you think of a time in your life where you found yourself in the gap between something ending and something beginning? There is actually a…
In his State of the Union speech on January 8, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared a “war on poverty” at the urging of Martin Luther King…
In 2014, scientists showed that live viruses in Siberia buried in permafrost for thousands of years could still infect single-cell organisms…
I’m sure almost everyone has heard the old phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” I think we also know that…
Take a few minutes to enjoy this awesome video...
With humility and humble household objects, this artist creates a beautiful world out of thin air, making life brighter with each added touch of…
Cats make themselves at home wherever they are. The farm is a favorite place for this kitty with her friend.
Professional, amateur, and student photographers from across the globe were honored in the 2023 International Photography Awards competition…
Have you ever been around someone who is very anxious or fearful? Perhaps you yourself have had bouts with anxiety. In truth, at one point or…
Such a brilliant, touching video.
"We can look at our behavior, we can look at our thoughts, and we're full of compassion and empathy. And on a human's best day, we can do…
Recently, the city of Sanatana in Youtropolis posted a video called “What to say.” In it, she suggests ways to support someone going through…
Pretty little Royal Winton tea set; includes a teapot, cup, and creamer. Pot 4.5 inches tall.
If we have something we can share, let's follow this bunny's example. It can be as simple as sharing yard tools with a neighbor or the fruit from…
Longtime friends and co-stars Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin sat down for Wired to answer the most frequently asked questions on Google about…
“What you do for others, you are doing for yourself.” When I read these words this morning, it rang a total truth. I can say with complete…
We show our love by doing things for others, giving our time, or being there when someone needs us. But much of the time, we leave doing for…
My most recent certification is in sleep coaching, so when I see an article called "Popular myths about sleep debunked," my curiosity is piqued…
Cats have clever ways of getting attention; some subtle, some not so subtle. The kitty in this photo is a feral who's primarily fed by a very kind…
Whatever we focus on will expand. That can go two ways--toward the positive or the negative.
I have a client who recently got new…
Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed of ending injustice and poverty in America, not just for the Black man, but for all Americans. As we celebrate him…
Have you ever been looking for your glasses only to find them on your head? Wanda Sykes has a similar experience with her cellphone, and it's a…
Despite those who fight it, the arc of history continues to bend toward justice.
Across the country, nearly 70% of all municipal offices…
These wildlife photos are some of the cutest ever. You just can't help but smile and say, aww. Take a break from your busy, stressful day and lift…
One of my favorite authors, Ann Patchett, recently announced that two of her books, The Patron Saint of Liars and Bel Canto, were banned by the…
Sometimes things aren’t what you think they are. But you’re just so sure of yourself. You know you’re right, but no one agrees with you. That can…
We are all given different gifts. Some of us, more than others. Evangel was given the gift of loving expression, whether in written word, or drawn…
4" non-stick cooking surface waffle maker. Perfect for travel, dorm rooms, or when you want just one small waffle. Never used.
The average bottle of water contains nearly a quarter million nano-plastic fragments, according to a recently published study.
These easily…
We all have our share of problems. And we normally consider them a bad thing. But are they always? A problem may be a way of waking us up out of a…
Bad actors seem to have no problem finding unending ways to scam us. The one being talked about a lot recently is “smishing.” Never heard of it?…
The cutest cat takes its rooster pal on an adventure. You can tell that they're close friends who adore each other…
Gynadromorphism is a word I hadn't heard before. Zoologist and professor Hamish Spencer describes gynandromorphs as "animals with both male and…
