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When we’re kids, having a time out happens when we do something an adult doesn’t like or when our emotions get out of control. It’s meant as a way to break the triggers for behavior that’s unacceptable. As adults, a time out can calm stress and negative emotions. It can also enhance our mood and…

There’s an outdoor place I often go to write that I love when the when the weather is nice. I’m friendly with the guys who work there. One day 2 summers ago, Sam began to close off my favorite spot an hour before they closed so he could get his chores done and leave earlier.…

The title of this post may sound contradictory to what I usually say, since I encourage splurges as acts of self-love. But another factor of loving yourself is knowing when not to have something unhealthy or fattening. I thought about this on my run in the park last week. Normally I like to run in…

I’m delighted to have Erica Nelson, author and happiness coach, with a wonderful tip from her book, Happiness Quotations: Gentle Reminders of Your Preciousness. Happiness Quotation #98 Asks You To Glow Like Rudolph By Erica M Nelson Let’s say you are bright and shining but your friends can’t quite always get that. You have permission…
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