Self-Care is establishing a healthy relationship with ourselves. It means taking time to make positive choices in our lifestyle and well-being. The Guilt of Allowing Self-Care Allowing ourselves to engage in self-care is challenging. Setting…
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Tiger, Dolphin, and Jellyfish OH MY!
Parenting is complicated, and I did not know we fall into a parenting style of being a Tiger, Dolphin, or Jellyfish. As I read about these three parenting styles, I was overwhelmed and thought, “Really,…
The World of Decision-Making
Do any of these statements resonate with you? ~You spend days obtaining information, and studying all facets, allowing yourself to make a well-informed decision. ~A list of pros and cons is created and analyzed, and…
Mindfulness…It’s A NO Brainer
Mindfulness: The state of active, open attention to the present. This state is described as observing one’s thoughts and feelings without judging them as good or bad. Oh, It’s DAMN Hard! We would observe giant…
Fun Fact Friday!
Did you know… That the tears we produce when we are sad contain “leucine enkephalin,” a natural painkiller? Maybe that is why we find ourselves feeling better after we have cried? There’s no shame in…
Being a “Recovering People-Pleaser”
Before understanding the enormous depth of my “People-Pleasing,” I perceived most of my actions as coming from a desire to be a kind, thoughtful individual. I soon discovered that my choices were severely damaging my…
Make Someone’s Day
You’re waiting in the grocery line, and the customer in front of you possess one of the following: really cool shoes, flawless makeup, or their hair color is on point. After a moment, you share…
The Dance of Self-Sabotage
The Dance of Self-Sabotage can be performed at any point in our lives. Whether you’re a child, teenager, or adult, at home, school, workplace, or at social events, the experience is open to anyone. The…
The Tradition Brought Me the Magic
Whether recalling traditions from childhood or building new ones, traditions are the essence and magic of the holiday season. I now smile fondly, remembering my upbringing when my parents packed our light blue Datsun 510…