“Miracles happen every day. Change your perception of what a miracle is, and you’ll see them all around you.” Jon Bon Jovi We see the world not as it is but through our perception of it. Therefore, we believe our perception is reality. However, perception is only part of the picture. In truth, we live…
Thinking about increasing personal and career productivity by developing good time management skills? With constant demands and expectations being thrown at us everyday, life can quickly become frustrating. Failing to keep up with all of our responsibilities makes us feel like we simply don’t measure up. As frustration and feelings of helplessness take over, it’s…
How many times have you needed good coping skills, but were too overwhelmed to try? Or, felt as though you had no options in handling the matter? What is your initial reaction to a stressful situation? Do you feel defenseless? Shocked? Fear? Or even angry? If the answer is yes, this post is for you!…
Why Is It So Hard To Relax? We all know it’s important to relax, but why is it sometimes so hard to do? Perhaps the stress and chaos of life today leave us with no time for ourselves. It seems the new normal has become brains in chronic overdrive, continually attempting to meet daily responsibilities…
Most of us want to learn more about managing stress in relationships. Is there anyone in your life who drives you crazy? Someone, you attempt to avoid as much as possible? We’ve all had relationships that add stress to our lives. Toxic, passive-aggressive friends, co-workers, in-laws, gossipers who try to pull you in, overly demanding…
Ever feel like a hamster running on a spinning wheel? Wish you could live a simple life instead? It’s easy to get tired of going through the motions. Going to work, paying the bills, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, and running the kids back and forth. Then, there are extra obligations such as helping with…
This is a time of year when we stop to ponder the miracle of life. A newborn baby in a manger whose birth created a spiritual evolution, leading those who believe, to reflect on life and joy. It is a time of love, giving, and a season of laughter and singing. Tinsel, lights, music, and…
Loneliness and isolation are common in the post-COVID-19 world. Many people are out of touch with how to make friends. In addition, relationships can be a problem for those who are socially anxious, introverted, or shy. But humans have an innate need to connect with others. We are social beings and need occasional companionship for…
Everybody feels down in the dumps on occasion. And sometimes, it’s hard to climb out of the pit without some help. So, if you could use some encouragement, I’m offering my list of 120 things that make me happy. And they can lift your mood, as well. Actually, it doesn’t take intense action to alter…
Confessions of a Bumbling Travel Novice Who has a fear of traveling overseas and screwing it up? Plus, is actually crazy enough to go with only their 19-year-old daughter as a guide? Me, that’s who! And I messed up, big time! It was the two stooges in Italy! But, I get ahead of myself! Let…
