No matter how much we think we can do it all alone, we all need support. I grew up without friends, was bullied throughout school, and had a critical mother. So I know what lack of support feels like. It’s not somewhere I want to return to. I’m fortunate...
We all have a minimum level of self-care that we need to sustain our self-confidence. When we don’t meet these minimum requirements, it shows in our energy level and mood, and eventually in our self-esteem and confidence as well. I know this from personal...
Yes, I said swear, as in curse! Swearing can be very useful It can be a quick way to release feelings others might bottle up. It can actually help you endure pain Some say intelligent people are more likely to swear And some research shows we actually have a larger...
When looking back at your day yesterday, what is clearest in your mind? Is it the positive things that happened, like getting a big hug from your child, or the negative, like ending up with one wheel in the ditch when driving (like I did this morning)? For most...
Are you depending on others? Emotionally, or to get things done around the house, to help you with different things, maybe financially, or maybe for transportation? I know I’ve been “guilty” of two of those for many years. I’ve been financially...
To be able to have enough energy to care for ourselves and our loved ones, we nee to stay healthy. In addition to a varied diet, getting enough fluids and exercise, herbs can help us with that to a certain degree. This is, of course, providing that you follow normal...