When I was pregnant with my daughter, I was an active member of an online group with 72 other expecting moms. The group was appropriately titled January 2015, the month our babies were due. Many members used the space while they were pregnant to create their “birth plans” and bounce ideas off of each other. Some … Read more
In addition to offering paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and the option to buy into a retirement plan, many employers offer potential employees opportunities for professional development to sweeten up their job offers just a bit more. We’ve talked about the importance of being a lifelong learner and staying on top of emerging … Read more
I have had my fair share of boring jobs. In fact, in one of my former jobs, I think my biggest accomplishment was researching and subsequently applying to graduate school. Having a lot of downtime at work can be really frustrating, especially if you feel like you have a lot more to offer than you’re … Read more
Think for a second about why you’re here reading this site, Develop Good Habits. Hopefully by now it’s because you recognize that it’s the small things that you do every day that add up to create who you are and where you’re heading in life. By developing good habits, you can ensure a good long-term … Read more
Are your mornings hectic? Or are you able to approach them gracefully? If you’re trying to get your children ready for school, make sure the dog has gone out, and pack everything you need for the day all at the same time, your mornings can certainly feel overwhelming. Mornings are tough for a lot of … Read more
Imagine this scene: You’ve set your SMART goal, you’ve detailed your objectives, you’re motivated to follow the plan you’ve set out for yourself, and you know exactly what the end result is going to be because you’ve done your research. And while you’re prepared to have to push yourself, you also know your goal is … Read more
Before I had a child, there was one thing that I really didn’t like about going on vacation–my morning routine had to be improvised. Post-child, my whole life seems to be improvised for the time being, but I remember those days where I valued my morning routine so much that I would do whatever I … Read more
I spend a lot of time each week encouraging my six-year-old to read. And while she doesn’t dislike reading, if given the choice, she’s going to choose to go outside or play with slime 100% of the time. I get it…the books she’s tasked with reading are repetitive and increasingly challenging for her. But, knowing … Read more
When you think five, ten, or fifteen years into the future, what do you hope will be significantly different than it is today? Your income? Your health? Your relationships? We all have visions for the future, and whatever yours may be, setting effective goals can help you get there by keeping you motivated, helping you … Read more
Unsurprisingly, anxiety is on the rise. In fact, a recent poll showed that nearly 40% of adults are more anxious today than they were this time last year when it comes to life domains such as personal safety, physical and mental health, money, relationships, and politics. As people have a greater perception of possible danger … Read more