I’m sure you’ve heard that waking up early is one of the keys to being successful. And you may have wondered, “Why? I thought getting sufficient sleep is an important part of being your best self!” But when you hear that there are benefits to waking up early, these perks aren’t related to cutting your … Read more
At some point in your life, you will utter the words, “there just aren’t enough hours in the day”… if you haven’t done so already. Personally speaking, I am notorious for feeling this way. I’m a freelance writer working from home, while virtual schooling my four elementary age school children. Add to that the stuff … Read more
Have you ever heard the African proverb that says, “When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside can do you no harm”? It’s true. If you can work on yourself to the point where your personal growth just continues to increase, you will be hard-pressed to find anything that can do you any harm. … Read more
A wonderful vacation can make a world of difference in your happiness, well-being, and longevity. However, the US Travel Association revealed that 52% of employed Americans refused to take time off from work to go on vacation in 2017. They accumulated 705 million unused vacation days and $62.2 billion in lost benefits. This prompted the … Read more
​Are you confused by the term “hygge living?” What does it mean? Why should you care? Well, “hygge” is a Danish word that has roots in the Old Norse word “hugga,” which means to console or give comfort. The ancient word is also the source of the English word “hug.” Recently, the concept of hygge … Read more
Looking for a way to jumpstart or improve your self-care routine this year? In addition to setting goals that promote daily self-care, you might want to use a self-care checklist. This type of checklist not only allows you to monitor if you’re on track in accomplishing your goals, it’s also a great reminder that you’re … Read more
Looking for ways to get motivated? In addition to reading this article on motivation, listening to the songs we’ve listed in this post can supercharge you to get things done and go the proverbial extra mile. Music is a powerful force. The right song can inspire you to work hard. It can make you move, … Read more
Are you constantly juggling your responsibilities to get important things done? Do you feel a growing resentment for your tasks because they prevent you from spending time with your loved ones or enjoying your hobbies? Are looming deadlines and due dates making you panic? To keep your sanity, perhaps it’s time to get a daily … Read more
I recently had a friend of the family staying over at my home for a long weekend. What started out as a pleasantly sociable first evening soon turned into a nightmare. It wasn’t that my visitor was rude or slobby, even though it seemed like it initially. Rather, I realized he was someone with a lack … Read more
Self-care is not an indulgent fad. The idea that we need to take a step back from our duties, routines, and responsibilities and take time to recharge dates back to ancient times. Ancient Egyptians discussed how different types of oils could alleviate different types of ailments. If this sounds familiar, it probably is. They were … Read more