Crying over LIFE and Candy Crush

“My great hope is to laugh as much as I cry; to get my work done and try to love somebody and have the courage to accept the love in return.” Maya Angelou The train is ticking down the tracks; I’m waiting patiently to run to the back seat without being too aggressive. I need... Continue Reading →

Perfect Couples and Model Families: Shit is Not What it is Cracked Up To Be

"So when you see your friend post pics of her and her boo taking a trip to a beautiful island far away, know that they are dealing with real relationship challenges like you and I." The world of social media has turned out to be a blessing and a curse.  On one side of the spectrum... Continue Reading →

Overcoming Anxiety

"Motherhood definitely contributed to heightened anxiety in the twenties and thirties.  And with each addition to the family, the anxiety grew as well." According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of American, more than 6.8 million people are affected by general anxiety disorder (GAD).  Individuals affected by this condition experience excessive anxiety and worry, often expecting the... Continue Reading →

Reduce Your Stress by Shifting Your Mindset

"Before I was aware of this, countless negative thoughts flowed through my mind throughout the day.  As a result, I was more pessimistic about life and my destiny." Negative thoughts and emotions are common contributors to stress.  Replacing negative  thoughts with positive thoughts, also called cognitive restructuring, is an important element of living a stress-free... Continue Reading →

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