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Declutter
In my family, we were masters of sarcasm. It could also be said that our wit and humor would sometimes cross the line to become weapons of mass destruction. After a family battle, if you weren’t laughing, you were one of the walking wounded left on the battlefield.
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A Cup of Comfort
In the hurry and scurry of the day, make time for self-care and mindfulness. This practice provides nourishment mentally and physically.
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Creative Naps
When I wrote a Mindful Nap, one commenter said, “Thanks, Dana, and I’m eager for the next nap! Renewal, and sometimes, exciting new ideas. Love naps.” His mention of “sometimes, exciting new ideas” made me think of Thomas Edison. So I replied, “Right?! I wonder if Edison took naps?”
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When Agendas Collide!
We all live in our own little worlds that run on agendas of our creation. Sometimes while in orbit, someone may appear like an asteroid out of nowhere, operating on their agenda. When paths cross, it may be a near miss, or it could cause an impact event.
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Adulting 202
Looking at a photo of me (this was my Nancy Sinatra era), I wondered if that girl still exists. Is that still me, or have the years and realities of life chased away that silly girl full of fun and dreams?
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Turn a Glimmer into Glitter
Self-care is a journey. Each day offers challenges and opportunities to learn and grow. Sometimes self-care can feel as if you are taking two steps forward and one step back. My therapist encouraged me to focus on progress, not perfection.
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Endless Hope
Did you know that you always have a little pilot light of hope burning within you? Like a water heater, that tiny little flame is just waiting to ignite and keep your hope burning!
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Sunny Side Up!
Are you feeling scrambled today? Does your brain feel fried? Take a deep breath, turn down the heat, and simmer in some encouragement today!
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Abiding Love
In the modern world, so many things seem insurmountable. One word continues to resonate with me: love, but more specifically, abiding love.
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Still a Rebel
Born out of self-preservation, I have always been a rebel.
