Category: Writings

  • Thoughts Are Like Boogers

    Welcome back to week two! Have you been keeping on top of your exercise plans? If not, stop right now and do five minutes of stretches. Ready? Okay, then. It’s important that you keep on top of yourself when it comes to doing what I’m asking you to do, even when you don’t want to.…

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  • Couch Slug No More

    Exercise. It’s the first step in our time together and it is an important one. I also acknowledge that it’s probably the last thing on your “sounds good” list if you’ve been struggling lately. I know, there are some days when your body feels like lead and simply presenting yourself to the world with a…

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  • The Only Way Out is Through

    I describe it as a monster. Something that you can try to visualize outside of yourself, removing the belief that it is actually something about you that’s flawed. I’ve seen it depicted as a dark cloud following someone around, heard it described as wading through thick mud, and felt what I call the darkness. Let’s…

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  • 5 Steps Toward a Healthier Fight

    One of the most rewarding parts of being in a committed relationship is that feeling of being seen, understood, and loved anyway. It’s a feeling we all ache for, and it is what leads us into arguments with others. Wanting to be understood is what fuels disconnection, whether in a relationship or in a country.…

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  • In Search of a Village

    It is a recommendation I make often. Though it is often overlooked, it is vital to our mental and emotional well beings as women. Call it a village, a tribe, or simply a group of gals… women need ’em. But why? There are many articles out there written on the topic, all outlining important reasons for…

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  • Social Help for Smokers

    Looking for help in quitting smoking? Social Media can be used for good, too. Check out Quitza. They say: Quitza is the worlds first social smoking cessation network. With several thousand members – we are growing by the minute. Helping people quit smoking one cigarette at a time.

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  • Loving Them Anyway

    It doesn’t always end up the way you expected. In your imagination it was like a dream. A pure life you would get to love and be loved by. Someone you could influence to be a better part of this world. Sometimes we even hope they’ll be better than us. Yet, it doesn’t always turn out…

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  • New Years Intentions

      It’s the first part of a new year, and resolutions are popping up left and right. How often have you found your firm decision to do or not do something work out? Did you stop smoking, lose weight and keep it off, eat healthier all year, become a better parent or partner, or find…

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  • Love During The Holidays

    The fireplace crackling, laughter and warmth surrounding you, you notice a sense of calm as you look around at your loved ones. You’re excited to see the glow of excitement upon their faces as they first gaze at the presents you’ve thoughtfully purchased for them. They’ll love them, like they love you. You enjoy the…

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  • Falling In Love

    Find the perfect you that is always there. Conjure your wisdom when you need help to be patient, kind, strong, or forgiving. When you can find and embody this energy, life’s overwhelming emotions won’t sweep you away for as long, or as deep. It’s time to fall in love with yourself again.

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