This idea of saying Yes to life came from a colourful email newsletter sent by a local artist. It began with the artist, Lisa, describing a moment with her cat during a painting session. In a moment of triumph, when her painting was born, she jumped up and exclaimed, “Yes! Yes! Yes!” Each time she uttered this word, her cat jumped up too and danced with her as if he knew what she was saying. He probably felt the energy emanating from her positive vibe and joined the party.

There’s power in voicing the word Yes. Even now as I say it to my computer screen I feel something alive come out of me.

Say it with me.

Yes! Yes! Yes!

See what I mean?

Interestingly, around this time I realized that what I truly want in my life right now is to explore the world; to visit new places, smell new scents and connect with different people. A day later, my mother called and invited me on a world trip with her. I said yes.