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Carrie and Dhruti have recently posted some helpful tips about settings goals and sticking with them. Dhruti talked about starting with realistic and small goals, but it can be hard to know what that means. So, I’ll be providing more detail about how to set effective goals. To make them achievable, they must be SMART. …
You may be familiar with the excitement of setting New Year’s resolutions and the disappointment that comes when you aren’t able to reach those goals. Resolutions often fail because of lack of in-depth planning, inconsistency with motivation, and insufficient information. Carrie recently posted about using previous successes and failures to determine what does or doesn’t …
The holiday season is in full swing and all the movies, songs, cards, and social media posts are telling you that it’s the most wonderful time of the year. But maybe it doesn’t actually feel that way… maybe you’re sitting there just trying to figure out how to put on a happy face for everyone. …
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As 2018 winds down, you may be planning your 2019 resolutions. The beginning of a new year seems like a natural time to set goals and start planning for the future, but you should also look back on the year before jumping into your resolutions! Looking back at previous resolutions and goals can be a …
Holiday festivities do not end after one day—they often linger through the whole week. If you count all the preparation, the demands of the holidays may already be taking its toll on your patience and blood pressure. Make this time more enjoyable for yourself and others by decreasing that holiday stress. Stay focused on what …
If you’re already stressed about baking holiday cookies, then follow these tips to avoid common cookie failures! PREPARATION First-rate cookies start with fresh, quality ingredients, which should be brought to room temperature, unless indicated otherwise in the recipe. Check for expiration dates on ingredients like eggs, baking powder, and baking soda. Don’t measure liquid and …
“Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others” – Booker T. Washington “It is in giving that we receive” – St. Francis of Assisi “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give” – unknown “It is better to give than to receive” …
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Do you have diabetes or prediabetes? You are not alone, almost 10% of American adults have diabetes and more than a third have prediabetes, a condition that can lead to diabetes. With prediabetes, blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as diabetes. These diagnoses can be overwhelming …
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I couldn’t miss writing a post about gratitude. Gratitude has several meanings. Depending on the context, gratitude can be as simple as feeling thankful for receiving a gift or as large as a virtue to strive for every day. Several studies have indicated that people who practice gratitude every day …
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When was the last time you cleaned out your refrigerator? If it’s been a while, why not start today? November 15th is National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day—right before the holiday season begins, so you can have plenty of space to store a turkey and leftovers! This can seem like a daunting task but you …
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