The other day a colleague (lovingly) said to me that of course I could write about balance, my life is perfect. I haven’t hit any real problems yet to ever feel out of balance. What?! Curious at her (COMPLETELY FALSE [...]
The Reality- Stress Happens Let’s be realistic, stressful situations happen- sometimes we magnify them in our minds and sometimes they are simply out of our control. Instead of screaming at co-workers, stomping around the house, giving an unmentionable finger to [...]
When we feel we have no control, or we aren’t getting what we want out of life, it can bring us down. So, first things first, identify when and where you feel things aren’t working. The clearer we are, the [...]
Today’s ‘balance’ tip is all about noticing nature. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of life, but if you are in a bit of a funk or feeling stressed out to the max, take notice [...]
Write a midday”to-do” list. Bonus points for smiling when writing it. Drink lots of water- add lemon for an extra zing. Organize your space bit by bit- start by organizing just the space you’re working in right now. Give someone [...]
April 27, 2012
Balance, Blog Posts
My dear friend Frenchie sent out this blog post today called ‘Speed’ (link below), and I had to share it with my favorite blog readers! It is so amazing what we learn in every moment of our lives; lessons are [...]
“The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world.” ~ Marianne Williamson Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about forgiveness. I think everyone has had relationships (from friendship to family to romantic to work) that [...]
So, it's cold and wintery. Here are 8 instant mood boosters to kick the winter blues to the curb and help us to stay warm without raising the thermostat... [...]
‘Tis the season, after all, so let’s take a moment to consider how we are really celebrating this year. Begin by thinking about what you are giving. In each moment, in every beautifully wrapped box, we have an extraordinary opportunity [...]
December 23, 2011
Balance, Blog Posts
Live: Laying on the chaise with my LuLu telling her stories about my first day of school. Love: Listening to my Little Man play with his train cars, and hearing him make up stories about them. ADORABLE!!!! Learn: You can never [...]