Category Archives: Positive Mindset

Commitment: The Gift That Keeps Giving!

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Jeff Levine

As we move quickly toward the season of New Year’s resolutions, I’m moved to write about commitment. In my last very personal post, I shared my recent experience with open heart surgery as a metaphor for how, at certain points … Continue reading →

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A New Beginning!

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Jeff Levine

Saturday morning Ellie and I went for a long walk along the Hudson River. We used to enjoy these morning excursions as a regular part of our weekends. The operative phrase here is ‘used to’, which I’ll explain in a … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day: A Sweet Reminder

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Jeff Levine

It’s a time for sweetness – and yes some spice. You know what I mean — so make it nice. This day’s a “Sweet Reminder,” to say I love you. Of course you’ll say it once – but show you … Continue reading →

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A Different Kind of New Year’s Resolution!

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Jeff Levine

This post – our first “How To’s and Tips” in 2016 – is appropriately about New Year’s Resolutions. It was inspired by a recent conversation with a dear friend. After reflecting about the year that was coming to an end, … Continue reading →

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Introducing a New Feature on My Blog: “How To’s and Tips”

Posted on December 5, 2015 by Jeff Levine

Learning is Required. While thinking about topics I might address, several possibilities came to mind before I realized all of them had one thing in common – the desire to provide information that you can put to use immediately. Why? … Continue reading →

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