Self-care

What’s draining you? Energy leaks and how to stop them…before they stop you.

I poured myself a cup of tea and noticed a puddle forming under the cup. I lifted the cup and saw water trickling from the bottom. But surprisingly, there was no visible crack in the cup. And yet it was leaking. I got to thinking that life can be like that sometimes. We can be leaking…

How to Stop Running and Start Living

Ever notice that the relaxation you experience on vacation is quickly replaced by stress once you get home? It doesn’t have to be that way. Want to know the secret to staying in that blissfully calm ‘vacation’ state? Read on… Last week was my first week back from vacation. We flew to Venice and then…

How to lose the worry habit and find energy, joy and inner peace.

Today is my birthday. Every year on this day, I like to put aside some quiet time, to reflect on my life and write my thoughts in my journal. I know it may seem kind of nerdy, but I’m an introvert so this kind of stuff rocks my cradle! Although I’m blessed with a pretty…

Guilt-Free Pleasures: Lighten Up On Yourself

Have you mastered the art of feeling guilty yet? Sadly, most of us have – especially women. When we’re at work, we feel guilty about neglecting our homes or our families; when we’re at home, we feel guilty about unfinished work at the office. And heaven forbid we take time to relax – read a…

Simple Ways to Uncomplicate Your Life.

Overwhelmed by life’s complications? It seems we have more and more things in our lives, but less and less time to spend with them. Simplifying your life will save you time, money and energy. Try some of these ideas: 100 Ways to Uncomplicate Your Life For every item you bring into your home, take one…