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Gratitude: Our 50th Anniversary
I was overwhelmed with gratitude last weekend as my husband and I celebrated our golden wedding anniversary. We talked a lot about the life we’ve created together, about how blessed and lucky we are. It got me thinking of the times I could have, but didn’t, express thanks over the past 50 years. And of the unexpected positive effect when I did. Science backs this up. Positive Psychology studies show that when we deliberately cultivate gratitude, we increase our well-being and self-esteem as well as our sense of connection. In addition, … Continue reading
Spirited Woman 12 Book Pick List
We’re thrilled to have our book, Whose Couch Is It Anyway?, selected by Spirited Woman this week for their spring book recommendations. Founded by Nancy Mills, this organization spotlights inspirational women in various fields around the globe. The Spirited Woman Foundation raises funds and makes donations to charitable organizations that heal and empower women. Four times a year, 12 books are picked that encourage emotional growth. We’re grateful to be included this spring in their Top 12 Book Pick List. we’re in good company – please check out the other … Continue reading
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College Grads: Moving Back With Parents
A lot of students are about to walk away from campus – diplomas in hand – and straight back home. May is boomerang month for many families. And the return to the nest is hardly surprising, as 70% of graduates with a bachelor’s degree carry at least $35,000 in debt. According to the Pew Research Center as many as 1 in 3 Millennials are not living independently. Less than 5% of parents think their 2016 graduates will have a full-time job after college. And over 35% say they expect to … Continue reading
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Millennials: How to Live on Your Own
Today we’re pleased to present guest blogger Jade Phillips. You can find her living in pockets of online communities across the web. Jade is also the co-founder of BizGalz, a twitter chat that aims to bring a global community of women together to discuss current issues. It’s a well-known fact that Millennials are rapidly changing the business world for the better. From building their own enterprises to swaying the direction of industries, they’re using their skills to influence. Yet well over 25% of these adult children are still living at home … Continue reading
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