Successful women have a few traits in common. They: Can be very hard on themselves. Face problems rather than ignore them. Are quite compassionate. Feel that a good day is one where they’ve gotten a lot done. Wonder why even bother sometimes. “Does anyone else even notice?” Have a hard time allowing themselves to relax. Know…
If you read yesterday’s weekly Sunday morning chat, you are going to chuckle at the next few paragraphs (if you aren’t in on my Sunday morning chats, you are missing out on an easy to make your week go better, click here to join us): After just four days into my 30 day blogging challenge, on…
Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to a new category here on Women Managing Stress: “Around the House.” Though most of our posts will center on how to bring happiness to your life by reducing stress and anxiety, and by building better connections to those you love, there’s no doubt that things around your house can…
Back in the 80’s, there was a pretty popular kids movie called The Never-Ending Story. In it, there was something so big, so powerful, and so consuming that everyone was terrified of it: the nothing. The nothing was actually a huge storm that was coming quickly to cover the world of Fantasia. In this storm, everything ceased…
Living in the southern United States, I don’t get a lot of bitter cold temperatures or snow. That’s just fine with since I do like to wear flip flops and go barefoot as often as possible. But on the rare occasion it does snow, I do have to admit, it looks really pretty. I stand…
For years, I have preached self-care to my clients. And as they open their mouths in protest, I have stopped them to clarify that self-care doesn’t have to take a ton of time, nor does it have to cost a lot of money. And then I always give a list of ways to care for…