Category Archives: well-being
2019: Moms of Millennials
As you look forward to the New Year, you may decide not to make any resolutions for 2019. According to conventional wisdom, they usually don’t work anyway. If you’re the Mom of a Millennial who has boomeranged back home, try to accept the status quo for now. Of course, you’re reluctant to turn your new office or crafts corner back into a bedroom. But if your kidult has huge student loans and a job that can’t pay the rent, living at home may be the best option. For lots of practical tips CLICK … Continue reading
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Tagged 2019, emotional support for adult children, empty nest, happy new year, journal writing, Moms of Millennials, parenting Boomerang kids, Whose Couch Is It Anyway
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5 Ways to Nurture Your Valentine
This Valentine’s Day, commit to creating a heartfelt connection. Remember the chemistry when you were first in love? Depending on how we treat each other, these deep feelings can last a lifetime. Neural functions change when we’re more compassionate. And holding hands is enough to reduce stress. The possibilities for opening up our hearts are endless: Express gratitude. Compliments can ignite loving feelings if you’ve been taking each other for granted. When you notice a caring gesture or a job well done, mention it. You may be pleasantly surprised at … Continue reading
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Tagged express gratitude, holding hands reduces stress, lower tension on Valentines Day, make an emotional investment in your relationship, resolve conflict with your partner
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Want Less Stress? Spend Time with Friends
Do you ever feel there aren’t enough hours in the day? According to a recent research study, participants who outsourced laundry, cleaning, yard work and other tedious chores reported greater life satisfaction. These results suggest that spending money on time saving services increases happiness by minimizing tension about limited free time. Interested? There’s no better way to relieve pressure than by spending quality time with friends. And as a plus, emotional support from friends helps you navigate work/family transitions and live a more satisfying life. Numerous studies indicate that social ties reduce … Continue reading
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Tagged face conflicts head-on, friends provide emotional support, friendships are complicated, less stress and more happiness, outsource tedious chores for greater life satisfaction
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