Self-care

Top 10 Ways to Balance Your Life

I was out for a walk by the lake this morning and noticed a fleet of boats from the nearby sailing school’s ‘Learn to Sail’ program.  I watched in fascination as the sailboats would tip to one side and, just when I thought they were going to overturn, the students would shift their body weight and…

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Easy Peasy Problem Solving

Ever have one of those frustrating moments when you can’t figure out a solution to a problem – then you take a break, come back, and find the answer easily? I’ll be the first to admit that I am technically challenged. I can easily transform a chaotic space into a calm oasis, but when it…

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What are you saving it for? ‘Someday’ may never come.

When my mother-in- law passed away over a year ago, my husband and I took on the emotionally taxing task of clearing out her closet. She didn’t buy a lot of new clothes for herself, preferring to spend her money on gifts for others; so the clothing she kept over the years was well-worn…except for…

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What Gets Your Tail Wagging?

My dog loves treats. I know you may be thinking, “What dog doesn’t?” But my dog is obsessed with them. When I take him for a walk, he leads me directly to all the stores that have doggie treats outside their door. I swear I could blindfold him and he could do the cookie-trail run…

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How to Get What YOU Want (For a Change)

Do you consistently put your needs and preferences aside because you don’t want to risk upsetting others? Have you ever had this conversation? “Where do you want to go for dinner?” You: “It doesn’t matter.” “What movie do you want to watch?” You: “I don’t care.” “Where do you want to go on vacation?” You:…

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