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Recommitting To Your 2010 New Year’s Resolutions
With 2010 now begun, many of us are recommitting to New Year’s resolutions based on a firm decision to improve the quality of our lives. If you have made your own personal promises – still an honored ritual at this time of year – how do you avoid another universal tradition – breaking them? We all know that it’s easier to say you are going to give up a bad habit than to actually stick to your new plan. You may have resolved to finally lose the ten pounds that … Continue reading
Being Resilient after January Blues
Just as Janus, the Roman god of doorways, had two faces, one looking back and one forward, you too have the ability to make choices for your future, using the wisdom you have gained in your past. Draw on your strengths. What worked for you before when you were feeling miserable? What core values served as your guide as you coped with frustrations and disappointments? Use these again as you face challenges in January and watch your resiliency come to the forefront. Don’t hesitate to call upon the resources that … Continue reading
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Your Personal Health Plan Relies on Your Social Network
Women traditionally turn to friends when they need help coping – both with daily hassles and with more serious hardships. Study after study has confirmed what most women already know – friendships are good for your health. The Nurses Health Study indicated that the greater the number of friends in your network, the more healthful and joyful a life you lead. The MacArthur Foundation found that social support helps women cope with difficult times. Shelley Taylor and her colleagues at UCLA determined that befriending other women helps women live longer … Continue reading
Video Tips for Getting Support in a Recession
In these times of economic instability, when you may be feeling insecure and powerless, friends and family can buffer these negative conditions. Reach out to those who care about you and let them know how much their caring sustains you. Expressing your gratitude for their support is good for both you and them – each of you will grow stronger and more powerful. Watch our video today for 10-second tips about gaining support. You can learn more about getting support when you find your stress levels increasing as your financial … Continue reading
