Dan Becco M.S., M.F.T.

07/04/2025

06/27/2025

It only takes a few minutes to boost your mood.

05/08/2025

Tips from experts, astronauts and Cher on finding bliss.

02/09/2025

In his new book, the emotion researcher Ethan Kross shares strategies for managing life’s curveballs.

02/01/2025

Hospice workers share their insights.

01/30/2025

Thanks Hippie Chick for sharing this:

9 lessons learned from Watts' wise words:

1. Embrace the Impermanence of Life: Everything is constantly changing. Seasons shift,
relationships evolve, and even our bodies are in a state of flux.
Resisting change creates suffering. Instead, learn to flow with life's currents. Appreciate the beauty of impermanence, like the fleeting bloom of a flower.

2. Let Go of the Need for Control:
We crave control because we fear the unknown. We try to micromanage our lives, our relationships, and even our own emotions. But life often has other plans. By relinquishing our need for control, we open ourselves to new possibilities and experiences.

3. Find Joy in the Present Moment:
The past is gone, and the future is uncertain. Worrying about the past or stressing about the future steals our joy. Practice mindfulness. Bring your attention to the present moment - the taste of your coffee, the feel of the sun on your skin, the sound of birdsong.

4. Connect with Your True Self:
Your true self is not your thoughts or your ego. It's the underlying consciousness that connects you to everything. It's the sense of being that exists beyond your individual identity. Meditation and self-reflection can help you connect with this deeper sense of self.

5. See the Interconnectedness of All Things: We are all
interconnected. Our actions have ripple effects, both big and small.
Recognizing this interconnectedness fosters compassion and a sense of responsibility for the well-being of others and the planet.

6. Question Your Beliefs: Many of our beliefs are based on assumptions and conditioning.
Challenge your assumptions.
Question the narratives you've been told about yourself, the world, and your place in it. Explore different perspectives and be open to new ways of seeing.

7. Practice Non-Judgment:
Judging ourselves and others creates separation and suffering.
Cultivate self-compassion and extend that compassion to others.
See the world with curiosity and understanding, rather than judgment.
8. Cultivate Gratitude: Gratitude shifts our focus from what's lacking to what we have.
Appreciate the simple joys in life - a warm meal, a sunny day, the love of your family and friends.
Gratitude brings a sense of contentment and fulfillment.

9. Live with Intention: Make choices that align with your values and bring you joy. Don't let fear or societal expectations dictate your path. Live authentically and pursue what truly matters to you.

12/18/2024

Choose hope over despair.
Choose courage over comfort.
Choose responsibility over blame.
Choose kind self-talk over self-shame.
Choose consistency over excuses.
Choose the long-game over quick fixes.
Choose you over others' expectations.
Choose progress over perfection.
Choose peace over pride.
Choose love over fear.

02/27/2023

Katherine May, the best-selling author, has one simple question to help you get started.

09/20/2022

New research shows small gestures matter even more than we may think.

09/20/2022

Asking for help can be hard, but new research suggests we underestimate how willing people are to lend a hand.

08/21/2022

My quest to pin down that elusive, indefinable feeling and bring it back into my life.

07/28/2022

If you've ever considered—but instantly dismissed—meditation, this one's for you.