Virtues in Paradise
Virtues in Paradise: The virtues of celebrating culture
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
One of the most significant ways the traditional Cook Islands culture is passed down to the youth is through celebrations, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: The Power of your word
Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Many things happen in life that we cannot control. Yet, according to scripture, the main reason we’re here is to master ourselves, to use our free will and self-control to choose writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: A little child shall lead them
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Do you ever look into a child’s eyes and wonder, “Who is this person? What are the gifts they have, waiting to shine? How can I help?, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Seven virtues of happiness
Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
“Don’t worry, be happy,” sings Bob Marley. There is profound truth in this. Even in the midst of a deeply troubled world, we have more power than we know to sustain our wellbeing and happiness, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: The secret of freedom
Saturday 25 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Have you ever felt truly free? What does that even mean, you may well ask, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Celebrating the women who shape us
Saturday 11 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
A seven-year-old was talking about her mother one day as we walked and she skipped down the beach. I asked her mother’s name. “Which one?” she answered with a big grin. “I have three mothers," writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Good fights clear the air
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
What is the key to a happy life? As we all know, “happy wife, happy life,” or “If mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy”. That being said, the question is what makes for a happy couple? writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Finding strength through shared stories
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
One of the most life-changing, nurturing, and delightful women’s gatherings I’ve ever experienced occurred in Rarotonga on April 4th and 5th at The Edgewater Hotel. Piri’anga O’onu Women’s Empowerment Retreat (POWER!) featuring the divine, profane, and inspiring social media celebrity, Nicola “Nix” Adams, who shared her guiding virtues of CWK – Courage, Wisdom, and Knowledge, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Reviving what matters most
Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Easter is a holy season – honouring the sacrifice Jesus made by giving his life for humanity and celebrating that he rose from the dead, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Our thoughts lead to our actions
Sunday 17 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
We live in our minds. We dwell in our thoughts. The world’s sacred texts speak of thought as the source of our being, our very reality. “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he.” (Proverbs 23:7)
Virtues of Paradise: The Gethsemane Secret: Trusting God during difficult times
Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
The Lenten period is here now. A perfect time to reflect on our lives. The world’s sacred texts contain great wisdom on the virtues, which are the very purpose of our lives. By Linda Kavelin-Popov, co-founder of The Virtues Project.
Virtues in Paradise: The power of unity
Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
In small islands and towns, it’s tricky to work out solutions to conflict, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: What is love?
Saturday 3 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
I recently came down with the dreaded flu – part of a wave of viral illness that, along with Covid-19, is surging in many parts of the world, including here in paradise., writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: How are you, really?
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
How is it possible that here in Paradise, those who live here miss out on many of the treasures that bring thousands of tourists each year to these shores, craving the beauty and gifts that are all around us? writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: What are your intentions for 2024
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
“Looking forward, looking back. I’ve come a long way down the track,” sings Australian country singer Slim Dusty. It’s a great song for the New Year, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: Love is the answer
Saturday 9 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
A friend of mine just flew overseas for Christmas. Before she even stepped on the plane, the family dynamics of mama drama were already flaring up amongst her adult children. Who got to pick her up at the airport? Who had the privilege to have her stay first? Longest?
Virtues of Paradise: Healing family violence
Saturday 25 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
How do we stop family violence? How do we heal multi-generational abuse?
Virtues in Paradise: Can we save the world?
Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Is it the end of the world? Is World War III starting? How can anyone bomb civilians, babies and children, schools, and hospitals? Linda Kavelin-Popov writes.
Virtues in Paradise: Seeing through a lens of virtues
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
The way we see others has a deep impact on them and also on us., writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Virtues in Paradise: The Virtues effect – Making a difference
Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
I have a friend who makes a profound difference in my life. She’s one of my greatest blessings. I’ve been reflecting on what it is about her that causes me to leave her presence more hopeful, happy, and confident -- ready to tackle life with fresh optimism, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
