Living a productive and meaningful life is a balancing act. With the pressures of today’s demanding and high paced world, most people struggle to find a reasonable balance. We can easily be drawn away from our key priorities when one aspect of our life consumes the bulk of our time and attention. To a large
CHANGING GOALS FOR CHANGING SEASONS
While reflecting on the idea of setting a New Year’s resolution for 2022, I realized that my personal and professional goals and desires are different than they used to be. I first sensed this shift in my perspective over the last few years as I participated in the year-end annual review process with my manager
MAKE EACH DAY COUNT
Most of us have more than enough busy work to do in our daily lives. As we go from one tedious activity to another, we often feel a lack of enthusiasm, purpose, or sense of accomplishment. Is your daily routine filled with meaningless tasks? Do you generally feel like nothing much matters by the end
HOW TO TACKLE ADVERSITY
There is no escaping the adversity that touches all of us from time to time. But in the wake of incredible loss, there is a silver lining. In fact, it is during some of our greatest struggles that we discover a better lifestyle and become a more resourceful, adept person. What is adversity? Adversity
MYTHS ABOUT AGING
One generation after the next goes through life with preconceived notions of what it means to grow older and what life will be like as we age. But often, those notions are incorrect. As a result, our views of older people may be inaccurate and our expectations for later life somewhat bleak. To help you
WINTERIZE YOUR SKIN
With the onslaught of Winter comes dry air, cold temperatures, and possibly even snow. All of those things can do a number on your skin, but a little preparation can go a long way. As you pull out the winter wardrobe, it’s time to pull out the winter skincare habits, too. Winter and Skin The
I LIKE TO TRAVEL; I JUST DON’T LIKE TRAVELING
I was having a conversation with a close girlfriend, and as it often does, the topic turned to the status of our love lives. She had mentioned that she had met a man online and that there was a lot of potential there. He seemed smart, funny and his photo was handsome (but not in
BE YOUR BEST ADVOCATE
Surprisingly, there is no shortage of individuals who would be eager to stand in as your advocate under the right circumstances. The list of possibilities ranges from those who champion your cause out of personal loyalty to the professionals you hire to do your biding. No matter who or how good they are, rest assured,
7 STRATEGIES FOR KEEPING THE PEACE
Family gatherings can be times of wonderful reunions full of laughter, reminiscences, and the making of new memories. Unfortunately, for some people, family gatherings can also be times of anxiety, grief, and renewed family conflict. The last two years have been challenging for many families with emotional and politically charged topics dominating our lives and
HOW TO UNLOCK THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT
As the holidays approach, a level of enthusiasm, anticipation, and excitement swirl around us. The streets and houses light up with the colors of Christmas. Stores glitter with the wonders of the season to entice shoppers to buy. Family gatherings, parties, and endless holiday treats beckon us to eat, drink, and be merry. And, while
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