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Women and Men Speak – But Who is Listening?

Do is sometimes feel that you’re the unheard proverbial tree that falls in the forest? You’re talking but no one is listening! A recent Associated Press poll of pet owners found that one-third of married women who own pets consider their pets to be better listeners than their husbands. And nearly one-fifth of husbands also believed their pets were more attentive than their spouses. What’s going on here? Even after numerous books about getting your message across, it seems that men and women still need to learn more about how … Continue reading

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Mother Nature and Earth Day

When Earth Day was first instituted 40 years ago as a means of teaching about and appreciating the Earth’s environment, few people had heard of the Eyjafjallajokull glacier in Iceland – and even fewer of the volcano beneath it which has been erupting this month. But all of Europe has certainly become aware of it now. In the wake of these volcanic eruptions, seismic activities and dramatic weather this spring, we all are struck by the realization that changes in the Earth can come in many ways. They can be … Continue reading

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Sandwich Generation: Nurture Yourself

All week we’ve been talking about how to stay centered and nourish yourself on Valentine’s Day. But don’t save these practical strategies for just one day a year. Use them often and they’ll become second nature. Relax and rejuvenate to relieve stress. Nurture yourself and your body through regular exercise, good nutrition and proper rest. Attend to your mind and your spirit. Practice techniques of deep breathing or your own form of meditation. And set aside quiet time to do what brings you pleasure. This sort of attitude will sustain … Continue reading

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Sandwich Generation: Make it Happen

As Valentine’s Day approaches, you don’t have to feel down in the dumps. If you’re single and a member of the Sandwich Generation, do you have an aging parent who’s not feeling so well or an adult chld who’s going through a rough period? Reach out and see what happens to you when you bring a smile to their face. Give back some love. Go outside your normal routine and get in touch with a relative or neighbor you’ve been meaning to call or visit – it could brighten the … Continue reading

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