“But” Is A Four-Letter Word

“But” Is A Four-Letter Word

"I love you, but..." "I hate my job, but..." "I want to be healthier, but..." "I would love to be more adventurous/make more money/travel the world, but..." "I would love to do what you do, but..." "I've always wanted to...but..." But this. But that. But. But. But....

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It’s Like Faking an Orgasm

It’s Like Faking an Orgasm

I have GOT to stop doing it. I've tried before, but it's ingrained, perhaps a part of my DNA. It's been part of my character for quite some time. It seems to be who I am. I am a self-professed minimizer. There, I said it.   I'm an 'it's okay'-er. A 'don't worry...

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My Other Blog Is Awesome, Too.

My Other Blog Is Awesome, Too.

Many of you may know that I was recently asked to be a writer for Zujava, an article sharing Web site. Zujava is a great place to share knowledge and ideas, become a recognized expert in a field, and get paid for your expertise. (If you want to sign up to be a writer,...

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I’m Having Trouble Finding the Words

I’m Having Trouble Finding the Words

I've had an immense case of writer's block lately! It's not that the words aren't there -- I think of blog ideas all the time. I am inspired when I exercise (remind me to tell you about my mind-blowing, maiden voyage into yoga), when I work (I need to share my new...

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You Inspire Me, But…

You Inspire Me, But…

I am going to go on record with something today, and you can certainly choose to agree with me or disagree with me: I believe there is a massive difference between inspiring someone and being an inspiration. Why do I say this, you ask? Well, let me tell you. And, also...

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2012: Defined

2012: Defined

I am not one for New Year's resolutions. Never have been. Oh sure -- I've set plenty of resolutions, right along with the rest of the world. Most resolutions focus on the giving up of something: quitting smoking, losing weight, eliminating alcohol. Few resolutions...

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The Wall

The Wall

To those of you who are riddled with excuses as to why you can't become healthier, lose weight, live longer, I say -- reevaluate! Are you using lack of money as an excuse? Lack of time as an excuse? Force of habit as an excuse? Lack of access to a fancy fitness...

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366 Days of Shiny and New

366 Days of Shiny and New

You may not know this about me...but, I am a self-professed office supply whore. I have never met a fine point pen, Post-It note, Sharpie, or journal that I didn't like. And, when my brand new, unblemished planner pages arrive at the beginning of the year - I get...

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A Year of Wins, And of Losses; Part One

A Year of Wins, And of Losses; Part One

I, just like everyone else I know, and just like billions of others on the planet - have been a resolution setter in each new year. There have been a litany of Lose Weights. An onslaught of Exercise Mores. And a plethora of Pithy Promises to myself. Some years, things...

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As the Sun Sets on Another Decade…

As the Sun Sets on Another Decade…

The house is quiet this morning. Maybe a bit TOO quiet. I am working from home and there is usually some sort of background noise to accompany me on my day; the whir of the dishwasher, the violent fluctuations of the washing machine, my iPod. I think today is quiet by...

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Join Me For the 1st Annual Crafts For a Cause — December 4

Join Me For the 1st Annual Crafts For a Cause — December 4

Hello everyone, This will be a short post, but I am trying to get the word out to as many people as quickly as I can. I sincerely hope you all enjoyed your long Thanksgiving weekends and got to spend some time relaxing and catching up with loved ones. As you may or...

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Not Because I Said So, But Because I Love You

Not Because I Said So, But Because I Love You

I don't subscribe to the "because I said so" parenting handbook. It might slide out of my mouth on a very rare occasion, but it is not the norm. It may very well work for others, but I loathed it as a child and don't much care for it as an adult. "Because I said so"...

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