When stressful days hit, I’ve found it effective to be mindful in my activities. Capturing the simple things in life helps lift my spirit on days when I might otherwise have a huge case of the blahs! So, here are a few easy things I do to drive my [potentially] negative reactions toward life-restoring actions instead. I love…
December is normally a joyful month for most of us. But for many individuals this year, the termination of their career has wrapped them in a much-less cheerful spirit. Have you, too, recently experienced the bite of losing your job? Regardless of the reason, job loss is never an easy wound to heal. And what may be worse is the constant wondering, How…
In the midst of a particularly anxious day, or a prolonged depressive episode, the notion of clearing one’s mind and gearing up for a workout can feel downright impossible. Ironically, a study finds forcing yourself to exercise may be the best thing to do in mentally turbulent times.” ~John Anderer It’s a startling fact but, “Anxiety disorders…
Worry. It’s something we all do, but for some individuals, it’s a constant battle to control. From being up all night with racing thoughts to having difficulty concentrating on tasks at hand, concerns can go from perpetual annoyances to an endless list of “what ifs.” Try these Ideas to Calm Your Concerns: Catch your concerns…
If you scroll through my cell phone contacts, eventually you’ll come to an entry simply titled “Mom—home.” The one just above it is noted as “Mom—cell.” They’re complete with my mom’s profile picture and home address. I’ve happily used these numbers over the years to chat it up for countless hours with my mom about all our life…
You may remember the well-known children’s book Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Although published in 1972, its content is still relatable—and not just for kids. After all, who can say they never experience one of “those days” they would just as soon forget? No doubt our lives have been full of lousy days…
It was like getting punched in the stomach. I heard the words coming from my supervisor’s mouth and watched as she relayed the news of our company’s layoff, but it still felt surreal. After hearing the terms of departure, I was met by a security guard at my office where I was to immediately clear out. I was…
If you’re feeling a little testy, short-tempered, and “crabby” these days, you’re not alone. I’ve been feeling it as well. Most friends and people who know me well would probably say I’m fairly mild-mannered, slow to anger, drawn toward reasonable conversations, and admire rational discussions even if I disagree with another person’s position. However, as…
When the pandemic started here last Spring, I knew we were in for some changes. But I also thought by summertime we would surely be on our way back to “normal.” Well, we see that hasn’t happened, and it may not be like we were used to for a while longer. So, these days of confinement…
You may or may not be traveling across the globe this summer, but even local road trips can be challenging if you have young preschoolers in tow. If you’re scrambling for a few traveling “survival” tips, we’ve got you covered! Check out this list before you hit the road: Pack it up! For younger preschoolers,…