Why You Need to “Let Go” Before You Declutter – and How to Do That
With many parts of the world under quarantine, staying sane has become even more of a challenge than staying healthy. Whether you’re self-isolating solo, as part of a couple, or with your extended family, being confined to your home can take its toll…
Read MoreLockdown Challenges and How I Learned to Handle the Zoom Room
They say, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” If ever there was an aphorism with which I totally disagree, and which I continue to challenge, then this is the one!
Read MoreWhy the Fear of Getting Hurt Can Stop You from Finding Happiness
Hands up from all the women in our community who never made a mistake. If we were in a room together, I can guarantee that no-one would be waving. Ok, maybe there would be one “class clown,” waving her hand, but, anyone who took the request seriously, would be sitting still. Read More
The Big 6 Habits Everyone Needs to Develop to Become a Writer
We’ve all been cooped up for what seems like a very long time now, and many of us are starting to think about that long neglected dream we’ve never had the time to pursue…
Read More7 Things We Can Complain About and Why We Should Choose to Be Positive Instead
My life mission statement includes living on purpose, so to just mindlessly respond to someone with a “fine” doesn’t seem intentional. I settled for “no complaints” as a purposeful response to the frequent question…
Read More4 Major Red Flags that Could Spell Trouble with a Financial Planner in the Years Before Retirement
When we are in our 20s and 30s, most of us take a pretty random approach to managing our money (or not managing it as the case may be.) But, the older we get, the more we realize that we need unbiased, professional financial advice to prepare for retirement…
Read MoreClimbing the Walls in Quarantine? Climb Your Family Tree Instead
Many of us find ourselves staying home doing our part to flatten the coronavirus COVID-19 curve. Staying home means staying safe. Unfortunately, the side-effects of self-isolating at home can be boredom…
Read MoreAbout Time – Can We Ever Have Enough of It?
Time is a very strange phenomenon. For most of our lives, we don’t have enough. We struggle with children and jobs and housework and think “If only I had more time, I would get on with…”
Read More5 Ways to Look After Your Mental and Physical Health During Coronavirus Quarantine
The main thing that many of us are struggling with during the coronavirus quarantine is the feeling of uncertainty. The majority of us have never experienced a pandemic like this in our lifetime…
Read MorePandemic Lessons from Joel – A Fine Young Man Who Happens to Have Down Syndrome
Our son, Joel, turned 40 last fall. He is engaged to the love of his life, Sarah. They have big plans for a wedding and for setting up house together. When that will happen is undetermined…
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