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Video Tips for Taking Care of Yourself in a Recession
You have probably noticed that the economic downward spiral has affected more than your pocket book. For most of us, it has also taken a toll on our feelings of well-being and security. Reports indicate that mental health calls due to financial pressure have increased more than 100% in the past months. If you are feeling signs of distress, check out our video tips for today to learn how to take better care of yourself. To read some tips about how to create a healthier lifestyle for yourself and your … Continue reading
Financial Uncertainty can Trigger Marital Problems
Are you and your spouse worried in these times of financial uncertainty? During any economic crisis, couples have to face tough financial decisions. This can lead to an increase in stress and exacerbate problems that may already exist in your marriage. Identify what you are feeling. As a first step, write down the emotions that now regularly surface. What is happening between you and your partner when you are feeling sad, scared, overwhelmed, embarrassed or frustrated? Chances are you have emotions ranging from disappointment to anger, and these are constantly … Continue reading
The Blue Cotton Gown
Today we are happy to welcome to our blog Patricia Harman. She is a nurse and midwife and, with her husband OB/GYN Tom Harman, is the founder of a women’s health clinic in West Virginia. A first-time author, her memoir immediately went to several best-seller lists. “The Blue Cotton Gown: A Midwife’s Memoir” celebrates the women who she sees in their blue cotton gowns in the examining rooms. She shares their stories as well as her own very personal journey. NR: “The Blue Cotton Gown: A Midwife’s Memoir” is a … Continue reading
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The Sandwich Generation and Stress
Do you sometimes feel overwhelming stress? And does that affect your marriage? This week we’re going to focus on how, as members of the Sandwich Generation, you can get your relationship back on track. You already have a lot on your plate. And as these times of financial uncertainty continue, you and your spouse may feel pressured about what to do. During any economic crisis, couples have to face tough financial decisions. This can lead to an increase in stress and exacerbate problems that may already exist in your marriage. … Continue reading
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