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Mind & Body

  • Developing Emotional Intelligence

    I grew up in a family that wasn’t good at dealing with emotions–at least, not the negative ones.  I don’t know how many times I found myself in trouble for letting it be known…

  • Understanding Depression

    Note: I’m not a doctor, nor do I play one on TV. The post below is presented for informational purposes only. See your physician for medical advice. For many people, this week marks the…

  • New Directions Work & Home

    Being Your Best

    A few weeks ago, I came across an article by Dr. David Sack, which details 16 Things to Do Now to Make 2016 Your Best Year Ever. Let me just say right up front…

  • Five for Friday, December 18

    Well, my daughter survived the removal of her wisdom teeth in remarkably good spirits and with no complications–and now my son is schedule for that same surgery on the Monday right after Christmas. (We…

  • Travel

    Five for Friday, December 11: Travel Edition

    Whether you’re planning to travel over the holidays, know someone who’s preparing to, or are just getting a head start on travel plans for the new year, today’s Five for Friday is for you.…

  • Gifts

    Five for Friday, December 4: Great Gifts Edition

    As we head into the second weekend of the official holiday season, you might find yourself thinking about all the people for whom you’ll be buying holiday presents. Gift-giving can be overwhelming when it…