Tatiana Denning

The Wisdom From Shakespeare Is More Relevant Than Ever

While I’m far from qualified to teach a course on the subject, there’s profound wisdom from Shakespeare to be found in his works. And I believe they’re as applicable today as they were years ago. “All the world’s a stage,And all the men and women merely players;They have their exits and their entrances,And one man ...

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A sculpture of historic playwright William Shakespeare, located outside the Guildhall Art Gallery in London, UK.

Natural Solutions for Dry Skin

When summer arrives, you may roll up your sleeves only to find your skin is a bit worse for wear, especially with so much time inside where the air tends to be dryer, or if you live in an area with low humidity. You may have dry skin that is itchy and cracked. In short, ...

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Young woman sun bathing.

Apply This Jedi Master Wisdom in the New Year

I remember it well, when Jedi Master wisdom was infused into my soul. The year was 1977. After months of anticipation, it was finally here. “A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away …” [cue music] I was 9 years old as I read the crawl of those golden-yellow words on the theater ...

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A statue of Yoda outside in San Francisco in the summer.

What Is the Best Way to Resolve Conflict?

A high school classmate of mine is a master of karate. However, he has never had the opportunity to use his martial arts skills except in official competitions. I recently asked him if he ever regretted not getting to use his karate. He shared a personal experience that helped me truly understand that the way ...

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Closeup of karate fighter making a fist.

7 Healthy Snack Ideas for Busy People

Let’s face it, life keeps us pretty busy. In order to have the energy we need to keep up with everything, it’s important to eat healthily, drink plenty of water, and get a good night’s sleep. Here, we offer some healthy snack ideas. But when it comes to eating on the go, we may find ...

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Trail mix with mixed nuts and dried fruit.

How Kind Words Changed a Wicked Ghost Into a Bodhisattva

Sometimes kind words can change something wicked into something good, as a master sculptor discovered one moon-filled night long ago. In ancient times, there lived a well-known master sculptor in a remote mountain village. Due to his excellent carving skills, a temple in a nearby village invited him to sculpt a Bodhisattva statue. Unfortunately, the ...

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A small statue of Bodhisattva Guanyin.

A Creditor Reincarnates to Collect a Debt

Stories of reincarnation have always been an intriguing topic. I’d like to share one about how a creditor reincarnates to collect a debt. Some years ago, when I was working in a county hospital, a young pregnant woman was admitted to the obstetrics ward. She was past her due date to deliver, but all her ...

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Pregnant woman having a blood pressure test.

Life Lessons From Nature

“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” — John Muir Ah, nature’s wisdom. It’s a balm for the spirit and an education for the soul. It has nurtured a wealth of poetry and literature, inspired some of the most treasured works of art, and moved musicians to create ...

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Buddha statue in a garden.

3 Things You Must Do to Have a Good Marriage

Some people have a strong and loving marriage, while others have a tense and unsettling relationship. In order to have a good marriage, it’s important to stick to these three things:  How to have a good marriage 1. Control your emotions   In any relationship, it’s important to not act rashly or speak unkindly. To have ...

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Newlywed couple kissing in a field of wheat.