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How to Fight Inertia
As Sandwiched Boomers, chances are you’re bombarded daily by challenges with aging parents and growing children. You may also be trying to balance home and work responsibilities. And that’s without your commitment to stay healthy, lose weight and exercise regularly. Just thinking about your hectic lifestyle can stop you in your tracks. If this is your life and you’re feeling the time crunch, follow these guidelines. Photo by Nuttakit Make a start, any start. Buy a journal or borrow one of the notebooks your child isn’t using and do your … Continue reading
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Role Models on Presidents Day
Presidents Day, honoring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, reminds us to look to strong role models for inspiration. Mount Rushmore, in the Black Hills of South Dakoka, memorializes Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt. These men reflect goals to strive for – courage, freedom, compassion and conservation, among others. But you don’t have to look only to U.S. Presidents for motivation and guidance. In the past here on our blog, we’ve focused on many role models, both for ourselves and for our children. They can stir us to greater efforts … Continue reading
Tips for Less Stress
In our fast paced world, Valentine’s Day is already a fading memory. If you’re single, that may be a relief. Although you can’t control whether or not you have a romantic relationship, you can control how you manage your life. When you realize that you always have lots of choices, it’s easier to take your stress level down a notch: Photos by Salvatore Vuono Give back some love. Do you have a relative or neighbor who could use a visit or phone call? Go outside your normal routine and get … Continue reading
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How to Sustain Your 2011 Resolutions
Keeping your resolutions can sometimes feel like climbing a mountain. Like these boys, make sure your goals are accessible. And don’t forget to stop from time to time and note your progress. Track your growth. Notice each small success you make toward reaching your goals. It’s easier to reach short-term objectives and small accomplishments will help you stay motivated. For example, instead of being focused on competing in a marathon, begin by jogging a couple of times a week. Reward yourself. This doesn’t mean eating apple pie and ice cream … Continue reading
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