Self-Care

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Cultivating Calm: 7 Simple Ways to Re-Center and Ground Yourself in Times of Stress

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the demands of daily life. Work, family, and other responsibilities can leave little time for self-care, and elevate stress and anxiety. However, incorporating centering and grounding techniques into your daily routine can help you achieve a sense of calm and well-being, even amidst the chaos. Grounding is the practice …

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Journal Prompt: What Do I Do For Fun?

My writing prompt today was “What do You Do for Fun?”  And quite frankly, it was one of those deer-in-the-headlights moments.   My mind went blank.  And then asked, “What do you mean by ‘fun’?” And honestly, I went to my favorite online dictionary to look it up.   Fun – pleasure, enjoyment, or entertainment; giving pleasure; …

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Little Bits of Lovely - spring background with white dandelions.

Appreciating Nature’s Wonders: Finding Little Bits of Lovely in the Great Outdoors

In the fullness of our daily lives, it’s easy to become disconnected from the simple joys and natural wonders that exist just beyond our doorstep.  Yet, just beyond the responsibilities, the to do list, and the pressures of life, an entire world of beauty and enchantment awaits to be discovered, noticed, and appreciated –  one …

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Feet of a young woman lying in hammock in a garden. Permission to Rest.

Permission to Rest

Nearly every woman I know juggles many hats.   We are moms, committed to our families…  Wives, Partners, navigating long-term relationships in all the ups and downs;  Working and/or running businesses;  Leading or heavily involved in, a non-profit   Serving the needs of others by volunteering, mentoring, and encouraging others.   We facilitate the needs of and advocate …

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Nurturing Inner Confidence

Confidence.  A belief or feeling that you can do it. A trust you have in yourself and your ability or abilities to succeed.   The word confidence gets thrown around in various ways. Means different things to different people, but today, for right now,  this is what I’m referring to.  That confidence that comes from within.  …

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