“Kindness has the power to change the world. Never give up. Live life to the fullest.”

Alzheimer's is a horrible disease. Thank God for people like Naomi Feil. See her incredible display of love and compassion for those afflicted with it and their families.

Join me in doing just one small thing to make a difference today. If I can inspire just one person to be a bit more thankful, more appreciative, more loving, more open, or more giving, then my time on this earth today will have value.

This is a wonderful story for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. It’s a beautiful story, but also one that makes us think and consider that there truly is a new life after death. Read “The Story of the Dragonfly”.

We've all treated someone in a way that we regret. Sometimes we have the chance to apologize and sometimes it's just too late. This is a story of the latter, and one that we can all learn from.

Want to feel good today? Try a random act of kindness! Here's one person's effort to offer random acts of kindness for her birthday. I think if we all celebrated our birthdays this way we'd actually look forward to them!

Want to fall asleep with a smile on your face and peaceful thoughts? Watch these cute animal videos! Their cuteness will calm your mind and cleanse your mental palate, replacing the stress of the day, at least for a while. You can watch them now, but you’ll want to watch them just before you go to bed to get the full effect. Enjoy them and have a wonderful night’s sleep then wake up and be ready to Begin with Yes.

This is one of the most touching tributes to fallen soldiers I've ever seen. What this 11 year old boy did is amazing. His determination, courage and resolve to see his tribute through to the end are truly admirable. I hope you'll join me in sharing his work. He's truly a great man in the making.

There are thousands of stories from all branches of our military. Here’s one about how a cup of tea saved a sailor's life. It's not a spectacular story of bravery; but of one man’s twist of fate that brought him home alive.

This is an eye-opening social experiment that makes us wonder how we would react in these situations. Many of us make quick judgments based on what we see in front of us, when if we took a minute to think we'd know that there's always more than meets the eye. As with many things in life, a brief pause before reacting would likely change our action.

After reading this I just had to share. It's not just about how she treated her husband; it's about all relationships. And it's great advice. The lesson is one we can – and should – all learn from.

A little laughter to start your day is good for you! Laughing reduces stress, so as you go through your day, if anyone causes you stress just remember this video and laugh a bit… and let them wonder 😉

The song “Stumble and Rise” serves as a good reminder to keep moving forward. Listen to it here and let it bring you comfort and reassure you that it's all ok. And if you know someone who could use a bit of encouragement please share this and help them find the strength and courage to take the next step on their journey.

This TED Talk about big dreams and goals spoke to me and I bet it will speak to you too. Whether your dreams are about achieving financial security, pursuing an artistic passion, or taking steps toward a happier life, this talk provides solid steps to help you get there.

When looking through the eyes of compassion you may be brought to a totally different view. Here's “The Story of the Ugly Cat”: Everyone in the apartment complex where I lived knew who Ugly was. Ugly was the resident tomcat.

Let this song get stuck in your head! Sing along like no one is listening and you'll feel the energy flow. Then use that energy to do one thing today toward becoming your authentic self. You'll feel better for it!

What a heartwarming story! Alex Lyngaas spent a year making a secret video of his mom, Eva, to help her find love, and now he's sharing it with the world. He posted it on YouTube and it's getting lots of attention. Her reaction is priceless, and although the results of search aren't in yet, the the number of young women who are interested in dating him is amazing.

“Good morning” is much more than a pleasant greeting; it’s a choice we get to make every day when we roll out of bed. What will you choose today? I hope this song helps you start your day on a good note! I couldn't decide which version to share so I included all of them, and I'm sure one of them will leave this tune in your head all day long! (you're welcome ;-))

Finding Neverland is a timeless story about the power of imagination… and spectacular proof that you never really have to grow up. So tonight, let your imagination take over, and you might just find your Neverland!

This is powerful stuff… not just the question she poses but how she describes what it means. I’m creating a virtual “Before I Die” wall here and would love to have you join me in this.

It’s way more powerful if you watch Candy Chang’s short presentation, so please check it out and share your “Before I die I want to…” statement in the comments below. Your statement will not only make you think about your life, but will inspire others too!

In the early day of “Begin with yes” I met a young man, Boris Vagner who is part of a band called “We The Ones.” I fell in love with what they we’re doing, their music and their message of love, and encouraged a few of you to join me in supporting their fund raising campaign. Fast forward to this week when…

This is one of my favorite songs! Most people don’t know it was written by Charlie Chaplin. Although he was famous for making movies with no words, this song is proof that he certainly knew how to use them! I hope you find some comfort and encouragement in these words.

Listen to “What You're Looking For” from the “Living With a Dream” compilation. The words that make this song especially meaningful for me are “trouble less, surrender more”, which to me is about being more present in the moment and not worrying so much about tomorrow. Focusing on the “here and now” and the things we can control vs. those we can't leads to a more fulfilling and peaceful life. If you want to use this song as a reminded you can get a copy on the Music page, where you'll also find other songs with inspirational messages.

“When you focus your attention on the power you don’t have, you miss out discovering the power that you do have.” Most of us would like to feel more powerful and have more influence on how our lives unfold. Yet instead of seeking our power, we spend time waiting patiently for circumstances to manifest in ways we want them to.

This short video reminded me of what so many of you teach me every single day. I think you’ll enjoy it as much as I did!

This is a heartwarming story of a dog named Rosie being rescued from a life on the streets. She had a surprise in store for her rescuers when she led them to her newborn puppies!

Thanks to mothers everywhere. And to those who are missing their mother today, always remember that just because someone has left their body does not mean they’ve left your life. Love is forever and ever and ever! And ever!

When someone in need is put in your path, find the courage to act on it – that's when things really happen. Have you ever seen someone in need and not helped, only to have regrets afterward? Let this story inspire you!

There are many ways to build a life. The important thing is that you find your gift, whatever it may be, and embrace it. Live it. Breathe it. Love it. Some of us focus on our personal accomplishments and growth, and some of us focus on helping others. The truth is, it takes all kinds of people to make the world go around.

In this video pairs of people who can’t see each other are asked what they wish for in life. One person in each pair is affected by cancer. The differences in their answers are eye opening, and they'll open your heart too.

Have you ever said things to yourself like “I could have, I should have, I would have if…”? I’m writing this to encourage more of you to say YES and take a leap of faith sometime. Remember, YOU control the little voice in your head; it doesn’t control you! You’ll learn more from having some successes and failures than you ever will from standing still.

This beautiful song from artist Dana Mase tells the true story of Arline, a woman who spent her life in an institution in New York. Help ensure that we never return to that practice by sharing this message to keep the memories alive.

I never expected I’d writing about cows, but I saw this and just had to share. I sincerely appreciate when my perspective on something is altered in such a positive and constructive way. I hope yours is too!

When you think of rainbows you think of harmony, but apparently it wasn't always so! I'm glad they resolved their differences, and their story leaves me with hope that the rest of the world will follow. Here's the Rainbow Story…

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month so I thought I'd help inspire support by sharing a couple of incredible songs inspired by artists whose lives have been touched by Alzheimer's. “Unraveling” and “From His Window” are both amazing songs that help convey the devastating effects of this disease.