Do you have healthy sleep habits? When was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? How often would you say you get a good night’s sleep? According to the American Sleep Association, 50-70 million American adults have a sleep disorder. Let that sink in. Also: 30% of adults experience short term insomnia 10% …
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What was the last parenting advice you got that took you by surprise? Was it the message itself that surprised you? Or was it the person who gave it to you? For me it was both. My little sister has always been someone I’ve seen as very level-headed. She perfectly balances out my imbalances. She’s the kind of person I look at and think, “How does she always manage to get it right?” The oldest child typically has the burden of feeling like they need to have the answers, and like they always have to take care of their younger siblings. I am very fortunate to say that in our situation, with my mental illness ebbing and flowing like the tide, Allie has a tendency to selflessly take care of me.
What is happiness? What would you do if you were a little bit happier? If you could put a dollar amount on a happy life, what would it be? This is something I’ve really been exploring in recent months, and so I was really excited when this book came onto my radar. What does happiness …
When was the last time you spent quality time with your spouse? Not just running a couple quick errands, but actual time spent doing something meaningful. Have you noticed that after having kids, your spouse is often the one most neglected? (Probably after you. Moms feel me on that!) But it’s important to make the …
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What does emotional health mean? Your emotional health is an important component of your overall wellness related to your emotions. Simple as that. How do you take care of it? You need to make sure you are getting adequate self care. Self-care is kind of a buzzword lately. Every magazine you open gives you tips …
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What is your favorite book? Which book inspires you every single time you read it? (My all-time favorite is Love in the Time of Cholera.) For some it is a work of fiction. For others, it is a meaningful biography of their favorite historical figure. Whatever the case, books have the power to massively change your life.
Reasons why dating your spouse needs to be a priority.
Self care is for everyone. It’s for moms, and dads, and teachers, and business executives, and sales people, and retail workers. It is for you, and for me. Self care is a hot phrase right now. You see it every time you go on your computer. Why is it such a big deal? How can …
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Are you feeling overwhelmed? “After all this parenting, I think I’ll become a hostage negotiator. Seems less stressful.” (Unknown Internet genius on Pinterest.) This. Exactly. The struggle is real. We’re simple yelling on a bullhorn to tiny felons who constantly demand more and more that we are not able to give. Are you stressed? Are …
Wondering how you can fight stress? For so long I was too. I had no idea that stress was so bad for my body. It ages you, makes you cranky, and messes with your sleep. So, hey. I see you, mama. You’re stressed. Your kids won’t stop talking at you. They found your chocolate drawer. …
