Category: Mind
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Reduce Stress by Tidying Up Your Surroundings
Trends come and go, but one that has stuck is the move toward minimalism. The Minimalists, Joshua Becker, and countless others have embarked on a lifestyle that highlights less is more. Then there’s Marie Kondo who I would say also fits into that category because you can’t have an overabundance of things that ALL spark…
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Five Steps to Stay Out of the Drive Thru
It’s possible to use a little organization to turn dinnertime into a manageable routine without falling into the same ‘ol, same ‘ol. A few minutes of preparation prevents the added stress of trying to figure out what to cook while hungry family members prowl the kitchen asking, “Mom, is dinner ready yet?” Here are five…
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Why You Need to Learn to Say “No”
Many people may think they aren’t very good at saying “no.” But when you say “yes” to something you are actually saying “no” to other things because there are a finite number of hours in the day. Think about that! We can’t do it all. Saying “no” gets us into trouble when we begin to…
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3 Self-care Strategies That Work
Let’s face it, if we don’t make the time, prioritizing yourself will likely fall to the bottom of the list. Putting ourselves first is not a selfish practice, but a self-care practice. Self-care is defined as pretty much anything you do voluntarily that helps you maintain your physical, mental or emotional health, which will help you to better manage the…