Last week I wrote about not setting New Years resolutions. That seems to be a reoccurring theme for many writers lately. We are catching on that those big goals in one giant leap are not realistic. Many want to be more efficient in their daily lives so today’s post is a about setting out on ways to be more productive in our everyday lives. Here are 5 tips to being more productive this week: Continue reading
Trying to please all the mouths in a home can prove challenging or even impossible. For a meat lovers family, this recipe is a life saver. It is very easy to prep and throw in the crock pot and forget about until dinner time. This recipe is a favorite of mine because of the simplicity and being a comfort food by the fire on a below freezing day. Continue reading
Many people grew up with less than holly jolly holidays. Childhood memories can range from basic family drama to extremely abusive or neglectful situations. Below is a dramatization of a holiday memory that could later lead to Grinch tendencies. Continue reading
Social media can be an awesome thing. It can also be a source of extreme stress. Studies of shown that social media used in excess can actually decreased self-esteem. Teenagers are often experiencing cyber bullying on various social media sites. They’re also dangers that kids run into with strangers being able to message them on different forums. As adults we can delete or ignore these messages the kids can have trouble differentiating between troll-ish annoyances and taking things personally. Below are three healthy things you can do to keep your sanity in social media interactions.
The clothes we wear to work often depend on where we are employed. Yoga pants and capris may be okay when you work a gym, but not at a corporate office. Dressing to your profession can improve how you are perceived by coworkers and customers. I hear clothing is just too expensive, but dressing well does not mean you must max out those credit cards. I began cultivating my “grown up” wardrobe in college. I would always check the clearance racks, hit the thrift stores, and raid my friend’s closets when they were purging. Regardless of your profession, there are some good rules of thumb to follow: Continue reading
Fast food is overly abundant in our society. It is cheap, quick, and easy when you have a house full of impatient and hungry mouths. Cooking for ourselves is a skill that once developed, can benefit many areas of life. Home cooked meals are healthier, tend to be less expensive, and enjoying our creation is a satisfying experience. Here are three steps you can take to start planning your meals: Continue reading
Making friends with family and friends is fun and sometimes impulsive. Here’s an example:
Friend: “Hey do you want to come to a cookout next weekend?”
Response: “Sure, I wouldn’t miss it.”
Thought: ‘Oh no, I already committed to go to the movies with someone else. How can make both happen? I guess I’ll have to skip anytime I thought I would relax and I’ll just wake up extra early to get the laundry going.’ Continue reading
Culturally, humans have always formed groups or tribes, not just to function but also for that sense of community. Some may define themselves as “loners,” but even the odd or eccentric find like minded people to integrate into their community. Family and friends are an essential part of our lives and making time for them can sometimes feel impossible. Other times it may feel as though we never get a moment to ourselves. Finding a balance can be tricky but doable.
Detaching from unhealthy people can be difficult especially if they are long term friends, family, or a significant other. As for family, they do not have to be cut out of your life to detach from their unhealthy influence over you. You can separate yourself from the drama, they may not like it at first, but being firm about boundaries can allow you to love your family and separate from their negativity. Below are three steps for separating from negative people.
Treating yourself all the time can lead to being spoiled. We love it when others treat us but we can also do things pleasurable with ourselves. Getting an item or going to an event that brings us joy is very healthy. Not sure what to do? Try these: