Does buying gifts for your kids’ teachers cause you stress at Christmas? With four kids in school, buying Christmas gifts for teachers caused me an unending amount of stress. As far as I’m concerned, every teacher deserves an amazing…
Inspiration
Little ideas designed to bring a small amount of inspiration
Learning to Accept the Current Situation
Is focusing on what needs to be better keeping you from missing out on the joy of here and now? My sister and I were enjoying an event when she randomly commented on how much she liked my hair. …
An Easy Strategy to Overcome Choice Paralysis
Have you ever experienced the sensation of having so many choices, that it is seemingly impossible to settle on one option? Recently, while shopping for a birthday card, there were so many options, I really couldn’t make a choice. …
What is Single Tasking?
Are you familiar with the term, single tasking? Until recently, it was not a phrase I had ever heard. Single tasking is like a superpower. It can lower anxiety and frustration, and boost productivity. If single tasking were…
Documenting isn’t just for Businesses
How many times have you had to follow up on a phone call or email when a situation with which you are dealing remains unresolved? Currently, I am juggling many life situations. Every one of those situations has required…
Do What You Can When You Can!
Would you be interested in a strategy that is effective in even the busiest seasons of life? A while back, my cousin Katy shared a post with me. While I don’t remember the exact wording, the point resonated with…
Is it OK to Text a Thank You Note?
Have you ever wondered if it was ok to text a thank you note instead of sending a traditional handwritten thank you card? This past weekend, a month after my birthday party, I found myself asking that very question. …
Strategies for Getting Motivated!
Would you like to have a magic potion to help get you motivated when you’re just not feeling it? While, unfortunately, a magic potion doesn’t exist, there are some great strategies that will feel like magic, if consistently used. …
Are You Facing a Challenging Climb?
Life is full of challenges but sometimes we face a climb so steep, we are convinced we will never be able to make it. Are you facing a tough climb in your personal life? It turns out…
Life Lessons from My Jeep
Five years ago, I took the plunge and bought a brand-new Jeep Cherokee. (On my lunch hour, without telling Brian. But that is a post for another day!) Until recently, it has been a trouble free five years. The…