No doubt, we all encounter certain days when hard circumstances require us to either cave under the pressure or find ways to cope! Below are a few tips that might help you when days become a little stressful. Get Outdoors I enjoy walking. For you, it may be jogging or riding your bike. Regardless of…
We all go through times when life throws us a curve ball, and suddenly, we’re in stress mode. If you’re in this spot right now with worries taking up all of your headspace try some of these tips: Catch your concerns When distressful thoughts start swirling up in your mind, you have the option at…
I’m not really one for making resolutions, but I do believe there’s good that comes from setting goals for improvement. Are there areas in your life you’d like to move past or develop for the better in your present circumstances? Me, I tend to dwell on former frustrations. I’ll see someone or something that reminds…
Seems we always want what we don’t have—such as with our hair (curly vs. straight) or with the weather (warm vs. cool). And so it goes with our day-to-day lifestyle. Individuals who work full-time in a traditional work setting dream of a more relaxed schedule, vs. those who work remotely often desire more people time. Last week…
Is life already wearing you down (and it’s only January)? The start of another year can be a daunting thought. With so much on our plates regarding work, family, and individual obligations, it’s no wonder that many of us get run down so quickly. When we keep ourselves racing daily—with little rest in between—the aftermath…
If you’ve ever moved to a new residence, what’s one of the first things on your to-do list? My guess is to paint some of the walls. This is an age-old trick to tidying up the appearance of worn-down houses to make them feel new again. My husband and I have moved several times since…
We all know about the Grinch who “stole Christmas.” But do others accuse you of having those Grinch-like characteristics around the holidays, stealing their joy of the season? If so, the holidays—and activities associated with them—may be getting the best of you. The list is a mile long when it comes to all the reasons…
Since Thanksgiving Day happens this month, we’re in high gear for showing gratitude to everyone we know, or we pass by on the sidewalk. This is all fine and good, but how can we practice a grateful mindset beyond this season and throughout the whole year? Here are a few tips: Breathe in something you’re thankful for (and then…
Are the pressures of life weighing you down? Constant tension has been known to affect physical health, thoughts and emotions, and behavior in adverse ways. Left unchecked, stress can contribute to many health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. Nobody needs those types of negative consequences running through their body or…
We’re now in November—the official month for giving thanks! But I know that some days—some weeks—it’s really hard to feel grateful. Although Scripture encourages us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to “Give thanks in all circumstances,” we all face difficulties that challenge our gratitude to the core! Situations abound that cause our joyfulness in life to be shaken:…