I have a wonderful treat for all of you — particularly those of you who are young at heart! Many of us take life pretty seriously as adults, but it’s great to have an opportunity to take a mini-vacation from all of that seriousness. With very few exceptions, there are things that just make us … Read More
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Take Time Out from Your Work Day to Lower Stress!
Do you feel like some days you’re just more naturally focused and productive than others? It’s human nature. There are days when we feel more alert and energized, and then there are days when we just can’t seem to get with it. On those unfocused days, do you just grit your teeth, tense your shoulders, … Read More
Long Absence
It has been quite awhile since I’ve written in this blog. I apologize for the long absence. Sometimes life just intervenes, and it creates less stress if we can be flexible and accepting of where we are and what’s going on. We’re in the middle of a very major remodel on our house. I’m pretty … Read More
Mind, Body, and Spirit Wellness in Santa Barbara
I went to a workshop this morning put on by the Santa Barbara branch of N.A.W.B.O. The speaker was Kathy Gruver. She did a beautiful job of discussing the importance of Mind, Body, and Spirit Wellness. The title of her talk was Wellness for the Working Woman: How to Take Back Your Health and … Read More
You Need to Stop Lounging Around Your Comfort Zone — If You Want to Soar to New Heights!
How much time do you spend hanging out in your comfort zone? It’s familiar! It’s safe! Maybe it’s even cozy, but is it helping you to grow and develop into all that you’re meant to be? The butterfly symbolizes rebirth and change. In order for it to be the free spirit we see flitting … Read More
More Help for Anxiety: Personal Bill of Rights
This month’s book selection was The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook. One of my favorite parts of that book is the Personal Bill of Rights. So many people are struggling with anxiety resulting from too much stress in their lives, and I believe this list of personal rights can be incredibly helpful to lower much of … Read More