Playing sports is not easy. Have you ever played? I played volleyball and basketball on school teams. I wasn't very good at volleyball, I was scared of the ball. I loved basketball and was pretty good at it. But it was school sports. Nothing too serious. Sports today are a whole different thing. Rep sports … Continue reading Keep Your Head In the Game

Resiliency is the ability to bounce back. To learn from mistakes, and move forward. Some people are born with it others are not. The good news is you can teach it! If you left your two children in the morning you would probably come home to one still standing at the door crying. The other … Continue reading 3 Tips to Build Resiliency in Your Children

Motherhood is all consuming. What is it about mom life? Dad could be in the kitchen and they still come into the bathroom to ask you for a snack. It's almost as though you are on autopilot. Just do do do for your family. It's breed in us. When we try to step away if … Continue reading My Floors May Be Sticky, But I Always Make Time For Myself

Good morning beautiful. It's a quiet morning, just you and nature. The sun is shining and the birds are chirping. Breathe in the calm, breathe out stress and tension. Today there are no decisions or responsibilities. Today is your day, do whatever makes you happy. Your tent is warm and cozy. You feel refreshed, calm … Continue reading Camping Trip for One

Some would argue that No is a full sentence. If that works for you, go for it. I could never do it. I couldn't even say the word without feeling guilty or uncomfortable. I didn't want to hurt anyone's feelings. It made me feel too uncomfortable. So I'd prefer to say yes to others at … Continue reading Say NO in A Nice Way

Being a parent is tough. It's even tougher when you feel alone. Working together is key. Children will push limits. They will split you if they can. They know what they can get away with with each parent. You have to be on the same page. When a child goes to the other parent to … Continue reading Parenting Means Working Together

What makes you feel happy? What lowers your stress level? What calms you down and makes you feel relaxed? . . Let me guess, you're not sure? Think of three things that make you smile. Here are a few suggestions, keep it simple: Coffee Dogs A fireplace The beach A bubble bath Flowers A good … Continue reading Find Your Joy

When you are seventy years old will you be happy with what you did with your life? What if I asked you the same question today? Are you doing what really makes you happy? Do you have dreams and goals that you feel you'll never have time for? North America is on fast forward mode, … Continue reading I’m Just Trying To Get Through the Day

After reading Gabby Bernstein's book "The Universe Has Your Back" I've tried to reframe how I look at things. I used to get angry with the universe because it wasn't giving me what I wanted. I quickly learned it doesn't work that way. I started accepting what was offered and work with it. A story … Continue reading Finding the Silver Lining When You Just Want to Cry

I have created this mental imagery script just for you. Find a comfortable spot and read the story. When you are done, repeat it again in your mind. Let your imagination take you to the place that makes you feel relaxed and free. *** Close your eyes and imagine yourself in a quiet beach house. … Continue reading Find Your Calm, I Want to Take You on a Trip