A New Way of Looking at Love
that Changes Everything

from Love For No Reason

MARCI SHIMOFF: What do you think of when you hear the word, 'love'? Lovers entwined in a passionate embrace? The joy and fulfillment of finding your soul mate? Or perhaps you recall the feelings you have for your children, your parents, or your friends. All of these experiences of love have one thing in common: they're dependent on another person. Read more >>>

Getting to the Heart of Business

MARCI SHIMOFF: What matters most to you in life? The vast majority of people answer this question with one word: Love. Yet so many of us tend to put our hearts to the side when we walk through the door of 'Money and Work'. Read more >>>

Do You Need a Reason to Love?

MARCI SHIMOFF: The woman sitting across from me was radiant. Mirabai Devi, an international spiritual teacher from South Africa, was known for the unconditional love that emanated from her and I could see why. Her dark eyes sparkled, her smile was both serene and joyful, and I felt a warm glow in my heart as I gazed at her. Read more >>>

The Only Thing We Have to Fear

MARCI SHIMOFF: In the last year, the number of calls going in to suicide hot lines has increased dramatically - in some areas as much as seventy percent. Though, fortunately, there hasn't been an increase in suicides, it's clear that people are feeling the need for more emotional support. Read more >>>

Nabbing the Happiness Robbers

MARCI SHIMOFF: One of the main ways we rob ourselves of happiness in life is by feeling like a victim. Unfortunately, this habit can be very subtle and deeply ingrained. I first became aware of people's victim patterns in my days as a corporate trainer. Read more >>>

Incline Your Mind Toward Joy

MARCI SHIMOFF: Does the idea of standing in front of a mirror and appreciating your positive qualities feel uncomfortable and stupid? It did to me - which was a sign that I really needed to try it. Read more >>>

Can You Forgive?

"To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return, you will receive untold peace and happiness."
- Robert Mueller, Former Assistant Secretary General to the United Nations

MARCI SHIMOFF: Forgiveness is one of the 21 core habits of unconditionally happy people I discovered through my research for my book, 'Happy for No Reason: 7 Steps to Being Happy from the Inside Out.' The reality is whether the trespass against you is big or small, you can't be truly happy until you forgive. Read more >>>

Don't Believe Everything You Think

MARCI SHIMOFF: I once heard a revered sage speak. He took a question from a man dressed in a three-thousand-dollar suit, wearing classy shoes, and dripping with gold jewellery. The man asked, "What do I need to give up to experience true happiness and inner peace?" Read more >>>

How to Stay Up When the Economy is Down

MARCI SHIMOFF: 5 Tips to Get You Started
How can I be happy when my home is losing its value, my retirement saving plan is going down, and the price of everything else is going up? Read more >>>