Green Daily

Part 1: Shelter Seek
Listen To Your Emotions -- Learn to hear "the voice of your instincts" and rely less on other people's opinions. If you have a nagging feeling that something is wrong, believe it!

Part 2: Care Solicit
Allow Yourself To Feel Vulnerable -- Dr. Weisinger says that we are "hardwired to care-solicit-ask others for help." Most "self-help" books today tell you to do things for yourself, and not depend on others. But in nature, asking for help when you need it is necessary to survive.

Part 3: Care Give
Be A Care-Giver -- Another thing that we're hardwired to do is care for other people. So many people fight the maternal or paternal instinct that makes you want to help others grow and develop. It's important to nurture this instinct, whether you're caring for your family, or volunteering in your community. It helps ensure the future for yourself, and for everyone else.

Part 4: Beautify
Look Your Personal Best -- We see animals groom themselves and each other, to find mates and establish power. Dozens of studies show that "attractive" people are more successful. Even though we know it's about more than looks, taking care of yourself helps you put yourself forward in a positive way.

Part 5: Co-op
Commit to Cooperate -- Cooperation brings out the best in everyone, and makes the bigger "team" more successful. Plus we need each other to survive! If you make a commitment to being cooperative, you set a great example for your kids, you create positive momentum, and it help you avoid destructive "tit for tat" situations.

Part 6: Curious
Become a Curious George/Georgette -- It is in our DNA to explore. Encourage kids to ask questions, try new places, keep learning. This increases your chances of finding things that will enhance your existence.

Dr. Weisinger's idea is really interesting, and it makes a lot of sense (trust your instincts!) It's a positive approach to areas that most of us try to improve anyway! The book came out this spring, and is published by FT Press, so you can find it online or in your local bookstore.