Here is a quote I read recently that really struck me: “It’s your place in the world; it’s your life. Go on and do all you can with it and make it the life you want to live.” Mae Jamison In case you aren’t familiar with her, Mae Jamison is Read more…
Lately I’ve been hearing a lot about grit, and its importance to achievement – it’s one of those popular buzzwords in positive psychology. The more I’ve heard about it, the more curious I became – what is it, and why is it so critical to achievement? Grit is often described Read more…
In my last article, I talked about essential oils and included some basics for those unfamiliar with them. I thought it might be fun today to explore some that may not be as well known, but are also worth exploring. Before I do that, it’s important to remember that the Read more…
Over the years I’ve had a passing interest in essential oils but had never really studied the subject. The ones I have used have typically been those that are familiar to most of us – tea tree oil (melaleuca), eucalyptus, lavender, lemon. I didn’t really know about the vast number Read more…
If ever there’s a hot topic among women these days, it’s this one. How do you manage a family, a career or business, and make it all work so that both run smoothly and neither suffers. Most women I know have either done it or are doing it. Almost all have Read more…
***IMPORTANT UPDATE*** I am excited to announce that my friend and colleague, Darlene Trandel, PhD, RN/NP, CCP, PCC, is offering two Special Bonus Classes to the Evergreen Life workshop beginning February 15th! Darlene is a Nurse Practitioner and Integrative Health-Wellness Coach, Consultant, Trainer and Educator in Healthy Lifestyle Management. She Read more…
Have you ever stopped to think about the things in your life that you are tolerating? You know, those people, places, things or situations that you feel like you just have to “put up with,” or “make the best out of.” I know I have. These can be something outside Read more…
Mоѕt оf uѕ thіnk оf the Nеw Year аѕ a ѕtаrtіng роіnt, a fresh beginning. The beginning of a new year usually begins with decision and anticipation, especially in those first weeks of January. As time goes on, though, maintaining our resolve can be hard when we hit those inevitable Read more…
I usually spend at least part of December reviewing the year just past and planning for the year to come. I try to reflect on what went well, what didn’t go as well as hoped, and how I might approach things differently in the future. I’ve learned not to be Read more…
Whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah (or both, like we do) Happy Holidays! I hope you are enjoying being in the moment and experiencing the best of this time of year. Whatever your plans, most of us find this a time to remember and connect with people we love. As Read more…