"Adults are always asking kids what they want to be when they grow up because they are looking for ideas." -- Paula Poundstone Sure, we laugh at this quote and yet the truth is that many adults are still searching for that "something" -- their life's work. I recently heard a magic question that you can ask yourself that will help you to identify if you are, in fact, doing what you're supposed to be doing. Just ask yourself this... …
How to Feel More Alive
As the belly bump gets bigger and bigger (who am I kidding, it's no "bump" -- at 32 weeks it's more like I'm hiding a pumpkin under my shirt), I've had a couple of people recently ask me why I am choosing (for the seconds time) to have a natural childbirth. There are so many "amazing" drugs out there -- why wouldn't I choose to make my experience less painful? In discussing this with our midwife, she had a really cool take on it. I'm paraphrasing, but in essence she shared... People want to FEEL their lives. Why do we run marathons? Climb mountains? Learn how to paint? Because we have the …
I Wish You…Enough
Do you find yourself chasing the next thing, hoping that you will find happiness there - as opposed to where you are right now? It's time to stop the chase. …
Is Your Life a Bored Game?
If you are feeling that your life is dull or unfulfilled, liven it up with this four-letter word, which also happens to be the name of a popular board game. …
Freedom to Dream Fun
Who has time to dream fun amidst the busyness of the day-to-day? Thanks to the Mondo Beyondo course I'm taking - ME!! I did and it was a hoot you can't miss out on. …
Four Magic Words For Helping Those You Love De-stress
For our prenatal care with Lucy's pregnancy and now with baby #2, Jason and I have had the good fortune of being under midwifery care. It's truly been a gift that I am humbled by because of the attention, level of care, and love we receive from our midwives. All of our appointments are at least an hour -- typically 75-90 minutes -- and they come to our home (SUPER awesome with a 2-year-old). Most couples not working with a midwife say, "What are you talking about all of that time? Our appointments are usually only 20 minutes." Well, it usually comes down to four simple words they ask, …
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Your September Survival Guide
September is always stressful. Here are 5 tips to help you survive this super stressful month. …
A Weekly Day to Be Lazy and Crazy
What if you could have one day each week with your family to just be lazy, crazy and rejuvenate together (whatever that looks like for you) -- would you take it? Hells yeah... …
5 Steps To Overcome Overwhelm
Overwhelm sucks. It's crippling and riddles your life with Adultitis. Here are my 5 steps to overcoming overwhelm. …
Pregnant Women Have Super Powers and You Can Too!
Did you know pregnant women have super powers? Well, you can too!! Learn how to remove the filters that distract us from enjoying the beauty that is all around us. …
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