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Reduce Stress Head-On: A Three-Step Strategy for a Calmer, More Focused Life
Stress is an all-too-familiar part of modern living. Our days are packed with demands, from the...
The Importance of Healthy Boundaries
Healthy boundaries are a crucial aspect of maintaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship with ourselves and others. Boundaries allow us to establish clear lines of communication and respect, as well as protect our personal space, time, and energy. They help us to...
5 Red Flags of a Manipulator
Manipulators can be tough to spot, but it's important to be aware of their tactics in order to protect yourself from being taken advantage of. Here are five common tactics manipulators use: Gaslighting: This is a form of psychological manipulation in which the...
The Best “Present” For Christmas
Last year, I was really excited for Christmas. We were going to my brother's for Christmas Eve and I had the BEST ugly sweater picked out. I was excited to be with family (my Dad, stepmom, brother and sister came to town), excited for my kids, and really looking...
I Do This Because It Doesn’t Come Naturally
I posted a photo yesterday on Facebook yesterday. I was sitting on my "man chair" by the fireplace reading a book. My son was drinking his tea while reading Percy Jackson. It was a calm and peaceful moment that I wanted to capture. Why? Because it took a lot of work...
The Importance of Good Sleep
Sleep is often overlooked as a crucial aspect of our overall health and well-being. However, getting a good night's sleep is important for many reasons. One of the main benefits of sleep is that it helps to restore and repair the body. While you sleep, your body works...
Creating Healthy Habits: 6 Tips for Success
If you're looking to make positive changes in your life, forming healthy habits can be a great place to start. But how do you turn a new behavior into a habit? Here are six tips to help you get started: Start small: Choose one small behavior that you want to turn into...
Three Types of Procrastination
Procrastination. We all do it. Sometimes its even healthy. I've talked about it plenty in the past if you want to read more. What I'm going to discuss today comes from Rory Vaden's conversation with Ed Mylett on Ed's podcast. You can listen here. In that...
5 Tips for Better Sleep
Are you having trouble getting a good night's sleep? Do you find yourself tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep or stay asleep throughout the night? You're not alone. Many people struggle with sleep at some point in their lives. However, getting enough sleep is...
My 2022 Reading List
I often get requests for what books I've read - What gave me the most insight or helped the most. For me, it's all about the season of life that I'm in. A book that may offer limited value now could be amazing in a few months. So I buy ones that look interesting. I...