Virtues in Paradise
The Four Agreements for a happier life
Saturday 29 September 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
The Four Agreements is a small but powerful book by Don Miguel Ruiz. He says everything we do is based on our agreements - with the Divine, with other people, and most importantly, with ourselves.
The 90-day plan for getting things done, really works
Saturday 8 September 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
One of life’s small pleasures for me is setting a goal, then accomplishing it.
Trust essential for open communication
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
If you’re interested in genuine conversation and open communication, creating trust is essential.
Learn to discover your part in the divine plan
Saturday 25 August 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
Years ago, I read a fascinating book entitled “Mutant Message Down Under”, by Marlo Morgan.
A look into the anatomy of deeper intimacy
Saturday 18 August 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
As I navigate this season of elderhood, one of its lovely surprises is that intimacy has become more central in my life.
Let patience be guide to avoiding the 'blurt'
Saturday 11 August 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
Are you familiar with the blurt? It is one of my least favorite and most dire old habits.
E-type personality like a car in overdrive
Saturday 4 August 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
The idea of the A-type personality was popular some years ago, referring to someone who had to get all A’s in school, drove themselves mercilessly, and had to get it all done, whatever it was.
How to really help someone who is grieving
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
What do we say to a loved one who is dying? How do we respond to a grieving person?
Healing not just up to doctors, but you too
Saturday 21 July 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
The medical conference on Aitutaki earlier this week marked the 20th anniversary of these conferences so generously sponsored by Dr Joseph Williams, aka “Papa Joe”.
How you can move from stressed to blessed
Saturday 14 July 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
Does your head start to spin with all the undone tasks on your “to do” list?
Illness clear call to create 'pace of grace'
Saturday 7 July 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
It took a life-threatening energy illness in my early 50s – post-polio syndrome, to give me the wake-up call I needed to create balance in my life.
Self care a challenge for 'sandwich generation'
Saturday 30 June 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
Have you ever noticed that we, as humans, seem a bit uneasy about self-care? Do real men and strong women even need such a thing?
Entertained by an angel on Rarotonga
Saturday 23 June 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
It took three days and four flights to get back from the Philippines to the Cook Islands, with little or no sleep, yet my trip ended with a very special encounter: an angel awaited me at Rarotonga International airport.
Determination can make dreams come true
Monday 18 June 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
When I did a Virtues Pick not so long ago, I received Determination.
Island connections with project go back 25 years
Monday 11 June 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
Kia Orana from the “almost mid-most” heart of the Ocean which is Rarotonga in the Cook Islands (Aitutaki has the official title).
The Virtues Project celebrates 30th birthday
Monday 11 June 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
The 30th anniversary of The Virtues Project, founded by my husband Dan Popov, brother John Kavelin, and me is being celebrated on line this week.
Return to paradise: There's no place like home
Saturday 2 June 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
There are treasures all around us here in paradise. Leaving it deepens our gratitude for these gifts. We spent three weeks in the US awaiting renewed passports, visiting family, taking care of Virtues Project initiatives - and shopping, of course.
Celebrating 30 years of the Virtues Project
Monday 28 May 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
The 30th anniversary of the Virtues Project, which I co-founded with my husband Dan Popov and brother, John Kavelin, is being celebrated on line on June 9.
It's good to receive, as well as giving help
Saturday 12 May 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
How often do you feel comfortable asking for help when you need it?
Lifelong journey for better or for worse
Saturday 5 May 2018 | Published in Virtues in Paradise
When two people marry, they make promises to one another as a commitment to their lifelong journey together. In some ceremonies, they promise to love one another “for better or for worse, richer or poorer, in sickness and in health.”