It is plastered all over the news these days with school shootings, cyber bullying, teen suicides being linked back to bullying. Bullying can come in different forms but the most common are verbal- calling names and putting others down, physical- hitting, kicking, pushing, or social- leaving people out or spreading … Read More
Learning from Loss
I love these words that Pat Conroy wrote in his introduction to the book, My Losing Season. “Loss is a fiercer, more uncompromising teacher, coldhearted but clear-eyed in its understanding that life is more dilemma than game, and more trial than free pass. My acquaintance with loss has sustained me … Read More
PER GRADUS in the New Year
PER GRADUS (or step by step) I have a family member who no longer walks with ease, but needs the assistance of a walker to keep her steady and upright. This Latin phrase is a good reminder of a different way to begin the year. It evokes progress forward, but … Read More
Being Supermom Stressing You Out?
Mothers are the world’s best jugglers: family, work, money—they seem to do it all. However, all that responsibility can often leave moms feeling overstretched and stressed out. According to a 2006 survey by the American Psychological Association (APA), women are more affected by stress than men and report engaging in … Read More
Life and Death
When the news of Steve Jobs’ death was broadcast around the world, I joined with others in mourning the loss. I viewed mementos and memorials in his honor in worldwide locations and in his hometown of Cupertino, California. Photos stirred memories of my first encounter with a Macintosh computer in … Read More
A boost for your mood
Many of us will be turning back the clock. (I am referring to daylight savings time, not a new wrinkle cream.) With more hours of darkness and the onset of cold weather, many people experience a general feeling of sadness around this time of year. (The holiday season is peak.) … Read More
Vacation Yourself to a Happier, Calmer You!
Great news you might want to forward to your employer to increase your vacation time this year. A research study concluded that “women who take vacations frequently are less likely to become tense, depressed, or tried, and are more satisfied with their marriage. These personal psychological benefits that lead to … Read More
Back to School: Stress Management Giveaway
**CONTEST CLOSED** Enter to win today! Are you stressed out with heading back to school? Vacation memories and packed away and you are getting ready to hit the school year grind? Maybe you are working more than you thought you would and didn’t have time to get away for a … Read More
Does your life have vision?
Over the years, much of my identity has been wrapped up in what I did. And then there came a day when I was completely over-committed, totally exhausted and I hated the task which I had willingly signed myself up to complete. I realized (not at that exact moment – … Read More
Can YouTube Relieve Stress and Anxiety By Making You Laugh?
One of my favorite things to do when hanging out with friends is to watch random YouTube videos. Finding something completely ridiculous and having a deep belly laugh at what comes across the screen. Laughter is important in everyone’s life. According to this article, “Humor and laughter strengthen your immune … Read More
