Self Care

We are more than halfway through 2020 already! As we move through September, I think to myself, "Where has 2020 gone?", then I remember, it has been spent at home in quarantine in the most insane year ever. I never thought I would be living (and raising kids) through a pandemic. But what can we do, except try to make the best with the cards we have been dealt with.

Since school for my kids changed and my husband has been working from home, since March, life has been busier than usual. This sc…

Every day, people buy too much stuff, eat too much food, and waste away their hours chasing after happiness…to no avail. They may find excitement or satiation, but TRUE HAPPINESS still eludes them. Fortunately, happiness is really inexpensive and pretty simple to find, but that doesn’t mean that it comes easily. However, if you’re bold, and truly willing to commit to a few simple steps, happiness will be yours.

Try this:

1. Quit Complaining The first step to finding happiness is to stop trying…

Sometimes it seems like nothing works the way it should. If you’re human, at one time in your life you have probably hit that point where work was no fun, a relationship was a struggle, or you didn’t even feel comfortable in your body. At times like these, changing your life can seem overwhelming. There’s so much to do…where do you even start? It’s quite simple, really…just change ONE thing.

• Eliminate one unhealthy food from your diet.
• Do an unselfish act of kindness for a loved one with no …

Have you ever felt that you have nothing to offer…that you don’t have any special gifts or talents? During times of frustration or despair, it’s common to feel ‘ordinary’. It can seem that everyone else is far more brilliant, beautiful & worthy of consideration. In times like these, take solace in the one thing that you can offer that no-one else can: your unique perspective.

You see, nobody looks at the world the way that you do, nor thinks in exactly the same way. Once you start to engage you…

Over time, fear, failure, and exhaustion can dim even the brightest of lights. But we need to keep our flame bright not only to light our own way but also so we may guide, support and encourage others. And that is why we must do all that we can to protect our flame from the destructive elements that want to put it out. Fuel is required to keep our flame going. Take time to think of things you can do to keep your energy high and your dreams alive and make them a priority. This is something I have…

Have you ever had to ask someone to return a tool or other borrowed item? For most of us, it can be an uncomfortable situation – especially if you’ve already asked for it several times. Asking for money from a client or customer can also be uncomfortable, even though you’re providing valuable information. This is especially true for new entrepreneurs who may be unsure of the real value of the information they’re providing. The consequences include giving your information away for free – or at a …

Have you ever felt that there’s just not enough time in the day? Most often, when we run out of time for projects or pursuits, the reason is that we’ve spent a lot of time lost in ambiguity. When you’re supremely clear about where you’re going and what you want to do, there’s no time lost. Decisions are easy to make, actions are easy to take, and you can get a lot accomplished in a short period of time. Fortunately, it’s pretty easy to eliminate the time-management nightmare.

1. Plan your work. …

Job transitions can be stressful—whether they’re due to layoff, a new job or working extra hours because others workers were laid off. If you’re facing one, consider the following.

1. Take an honest look at yourself. What are your strengths, weaknesses, skills? How did those influence—positively or negatively—your transition? 2. Step up your self-care. Major changes are physically and emotionally taxing. You need self-care now more than ever. 3. Engage your curiosity. What went wrong, or right?…

If trying to maintain balance in your life makes you feel like a tightrope walker, you’re not alone. Most of us have so many demands on our time and energy, life can feel like a three-ring circus. Take this quiz to see how well you are meeting responsibilities, while also recognizing and fulfilling personal needs and wants. True  False 0           0       1. The only way I can successfully manage my life is to take care of myself physically and emotionally. 0          0        2. Nurturing mysel…