LIFE
How to Know When You Are “Spaving” (and Practical Ways to Stop)
“Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship.” –Benjamin FranklinHave you ever found yourself spending more than you intended just to save a little money? Probably. It happens to...
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Liminal Space: Where Painful Endings Can Become New Beginnings
“New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.” ~Lao TzuLife has a way of pushing us into the unknown, often through experiences that initially seem devastating. These moments of profound loss and confusion,...
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3 Healthy Love Lessons for Survivors of Trauma and Abuse
“Maybe it’s time for the fighter to be fought for, the holder to be held, and the lover to be loved.” ~Unknown
Growing up, I had no reference whatsoever for what a healthy relationship...
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How I Ditched Alcohol (Again) and Lost 30 Pounds
“Setbacks are simply reminders.” ~Alison Schuh Hawsey
The nightly wine was back. This time with a vengeance.
It began in late October, when I was happily organizing the bathroom of my new home. The phone...
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If You Want to Develop Self-Worth, Do Things That Give You Self-Worth
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” —Arthur AsheSelf-esteem is a valuable pursuit. It impacts our decisions, our relationships, and our well-being in both the short and long-term.When...
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5 Things to Know When an Abusive Parent Dies
“Family is supposed to be our safe haven. Very often, it’s the place where we find the deepest heartache.” ~Iyanla Vanzant
My brother called me at work on a random Tuesday to say that...
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The Problem with Meditating to Become More Productive
“Stress is caused by being ‘here’ but wanting to be ‘there,’ or being in the present but wanting to be in the future.” ~Eckhart Tolle, The Power of Now
I started learning yoga and...
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3 Important Things to Remember When People Are Mean
“Be kind. Be thoughtful. Be genuine. But most of all, be thankful.” ~Unknown
Nobody is spared from being on the receiving end of a mean comment at some point or another. And it’s been...