November 2025
An Attitude of Gratitude
It’s the time of year when we all pause to count our blessings, and this issue of SmartTips is all about finding fulfillment in our personal and professional lives. Our team shares a reflection on gratitude and its healthful benefits, and we offer a lifestyle feature presenting the Danish spin on contentment, known as “hygge.” Tease your brain with November trivia and sink your teeth into our main story about the outlook for starting a small business in the coming year. Enjoy, and thank you for spending time with us.
In This Issue:
- The Healing Power of Gratitude: How a Thankful Heart Boosts Your Health
- Starting a Business in 2026: Big Ideas in Uncertain Times
- The Art of Hygge: Finding Comfort and Joy in Everyday Moments
- November Novelties
The Healing Power of Gratitude: How a Thankful Heart Boosts Your Health
This is the time of year when our thoughts collectively turn to thanksgiving (the holiday and the state of mind). But maintaining an attitude of gratitude should be a year-round habit.
Starting a Business in 2026: Big Ideas in Uncertain Times
Starting a business isn’t for the faint of heart. Entrepreneurs are, by definition, bold. If you’re on the verge of starting your own enterprise in 2026, count yourself among the very bold, indeed.
The Art of Hygge: Finding Comfort and Joy in Everyday Moments
When winter days grow short and the world feels a little too fast, the Danish concept of hygge (pronounced “HYOO-gah”) offers a gentle reminder: Happiness often hides in simplicity.
November Novelties
Take a short break from pumpkin-spiced lattes and raking leaves, and let’s get warmed up with some November trivia!
