There are times and situations when it is healthy to ask for help. Many people have difficulty asking for help or accepting it when offered. It has been true for me both in my personal and professional life. In an article in Experience Life entitled Need a Hand? By Ellen Hendriksen, it is recommended that […]
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There are many people that have difficulty saying no. I was one of those people until I decided to politely say “no thanks”. When I look back through the years, I am amazed at some of the multiple activities I was taking on during certain years. One year I was serving as a school board […]
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There are certain people who change your life based on any number of factors. It might be a family member, a friend or a coworker who provided a very positive role model for you growing up or an experience that prompted you to follow your heart or move in a new positive direction. Connect with those […]
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Connections with others provides emotional and physical-well-being. Although sharing your thoughts, feelings and dreams can feel uncomfortable to many, the emotional intimacy that can develop from those connections is an important source of support. Connect often with those who support your emotional-well-being. The six key findings from a commission of 33 distinguished children’s doctors, research […]
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As someone who has spent my professional life in the field of communications, I am fascinated by the differences in communication style. Connecting with others is important for our spiritual health; however sometimes there is a mismatch when two people are talking. Be self-aware of your communication style in conversations with others. Even with good […]
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I have one sister and I adore her. We get along well except for those few catfights we had as adolescents. One of the most special things about our relationship is laughter. It is so easy for us to be wild and crazy together. Connect often with those who make you laugh. One memorable evening […]
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One of the ways I connect with others is to lift my head up and notice people. Although this is more natural for some than others-make eye contact, give a sincere smile and greet people. The first time I realized how positive this social behavior could be was in high school. I remember smiling and […]
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Stretching is an important fitness piece that I struggle to enjoy. I have had musculoskeletal issues because of my lack of flexibility. One of my physical therapists told me that “motion is lotion” for your joints. Stretch 5-7 days each week. Some of the benefits of stretching include: Increased flexibility Increased circulation Increased coordination and […]
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I did not incorporate strength training into my fitness routine until I was middle aged. I first started using a Hoist Home Gym on a regular schedule and due to a move I purchased free weights for use in the home. I sure wish I had started when I was younger since strength training is […]
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Having an integrated fitness plan, with a focus on cardiovascular, strength and flexibility activities is a strategy that will keep you healthy, in shape and free of injuries. It seems as if each of us tend to prefer certain types of fitness activities. Favorites exist for any number of reasons such as familiarity, skill level, […]
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