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Virtual Book Tour: Mother Daughter Show

by phyllis, January 18, 2012

Today we’re delighted to welcome Natalie Wexler to our Virtual Book Tour. Her recently published novel, The Mother Daughter Show, is both hilarious and poignant. We know it will appeal to anyone who’s ever had a daughter, and to anyone who’s ever been one. So let’s get started: Nourishing Relationships: What inspired you to write The Mother Daughter Show? Natalie Wexler: I wrote The Mother Daughter Show partly to try to maintain a sense of humor about a situation I found myself in – the real Mother Daughter Show, a … Continue reading →

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Martin Luther King and Willpower

by phyllis, January 16, 2012

On Martin Luther King Day, we pay tribute to the civil rights movement and Dr. King’s quest for equality. He had a clear purpose, persevering through hardship and frustration in order to reach his goals. Courage, willpower and tenacity were his strengths, and they can be yours too. Photo by Caboindex – Flickr.com You may not be facing the same struggles Dr. King did. But in January we make New Year’s resolutions and try to find the courage to engage our willpower. Who hasn’t, at the beginning of one year … Continue reading →

Posted in your self | Tagged challenges, civil rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, equality, Natalie Wexler, New Year's resolutions, role models, self control, stress, willpower | Leave a comment

Journaling in the New Year

by phyllis, January 4, 2012

With this just the first week of 2012, your new year’s resolutions may still be fresh in your mind. But as Sandwiched Boomers, caring for aging parents and growing kids, chances are that won’t last. Writing down your goals and intentions in a journal can help clarify them. And checking your list regularly will help you stay motivated. Here are some ideas as you begin to explore the journaling process: Photo courtesy of eblaser – Flickr.com Identify your strengths. Create an assets inventory or a list of your accomplishments as … Continue reading →

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Begin a Journal in 2012

by phyllis, January 2, 2012

Have you made your 2012 New Year’s resolutions or aligned your energy with your deepest intentions? Want to know the best way to stay on track? Keep a journal. Photo by Skrive – Flickr.com This process helps you create a plan and the tools to actualize it. Treat your journal like a good friend who listens without interrupting, criticizing or judging. Write about anything that comes to mind, like what’s bothering you or what’s not working. Journaling can clear your head and relieve stress. It helps you work through problems … Continue reading →