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Blog Post #20 - December 29, 2025

Sleep Tips Part II – Getting the Best Sleep

Set yourself up for getting your best night’s sleep using some tried and true tips for falling asleep easily and staying in the zzz’s zone.

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Blog Post #19 - December 2, 2025

How to Host a Holiday Dinner Without the Usual Stress

At this festive time of year, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed especially if you’re hosting Christmas dinner this year. Read on for ways to lessen the pressure you feel so you can truly take some time for yourself to enjoy the holidays.

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Blog Post #18 - October 27, 2025

The Thrill of Being in Awe

The state of being in awe boosts our overall health. Not only that, but it also feels incredibly good. We can be intentional in experiencing more moments that leave us speechless with joy. Here are 10 ways to put more awe into your life.

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Blog Post #17 - October 17, 2025

Sleep Tips Part I – The Power Nap

Science has shown that taking a nap during the day may be just the ticket if done within certain parameters. Here’s how to reap the benefits and avoid any drawbacks of indulging in a little nap time.

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Blog Post #16 - October 1, 2025

The Multiple Benefits of Reading Fiction

Not all of us are readers, at least of books. We read a lot on our phones, though, don’t we? Have you considered expanding your reading to include novels, especially if you’ve been resistant in the past? Read on for some great reasons why you might want to make the leap.

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Blog Post #15 - September 18, 2025

The Joy of Being Thrifty

When we’re being thrifty, we’re not being cheap. Far from it. Being intentional in our spending can bring us much joy and satisfaction.

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Blog Post #14 - September 3, 2025

5 Ways You Can Boost Your Self-Esteem

Having good self-esteem is when we value, respect and love ourselves. It is something we have to nurture to maintain. Here are five ways we can keep our self-esteem topped up.

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Blog Post #13 - August 18, 2025

Apologies Mean So Much

Apologies have great power to repair our relationships. Giving or receiving a sincere apology clears away negative feelings, making space for peace of mind and greater human connection.

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Blog Post #12 - August 1, 2025

5 Ways that Being Jealous Doesn’t Serve Us Well

Jealousy is a waste of our time and energy. However, if we experience jealous feelings, it may be helpful to consider the cause.

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Blog Post #11 - July 16, 2025

More Ways to Reduce our Stress in Challenging Times

In my Blog Post #3, I shared 10 Strategies for Coping in Precarious Times. Let’s take a deeper dive into how we can manage our stress when the world is crazy.

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Blog Post #10 - July 2, 2025

Compliments are Gifts we Give to one Another

They can hold tremendous power to uplift us and bring joy to others.

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Blog Post #9 - June 15, 2025

The Authenticity of Saying No

You have every right to say no, decline an invitation, and even change your mind later if you wish you hadn’t agreed to something in the first place no matter what anyone else tells you.

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Blog Post #8 - June 3, 2025

What’s in a Name?

Plenty, if you ask me! Our names help define who we are, to ourselves and others.

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Blog Post #7 - May 17, 2025

Believe in Yourself!

Having strong self-esteem will allow you to step into your greatness and pursue your dreams.

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Blog Post #6 - May 2, 2025

It’s Spring! Time for a Refresh!

Spring cleaning and decluttering nurture our well-being. We can cleanse our homes and clear out physical and mental clutter while we’re at it!

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Blog Post #5 - April 16, 2025

Who says wrinkles aren’t beautiful?

 We can challenge our perception of women’s beauty.
Isn’t it time we do so?

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Blog Post #4 - April 2, 2025

Nurturing our Female Friendships

How can we nurture and deepen our bonds with our treasured
women friends?
They are so worth it!

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Blog Post #3 - March 15, 2025

10 Strategies for Coping
in Precarious Times

The world is in tremendous flux. We live in uncertain times. What can we do to cope when concerns about the future are occupying our everyday thoughts?

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Blog Post #2 - March 15, 2025

Look at You! Brimming with Self-Confidence

Confidence is the secret ingredient to being your most attractive self. How can we be more self-confident?

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Blog Post #1 - March 15, 2025

Don’t Give Heed to Unwarranted Criticism

Some words can emit a biting sting that makes us feel upset. Don’t listen to these negative verbal attacks.

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