When everything seems to be going wrong, positive self-talk gets much harder. But, don't give up and don't give in to toxic, self-defeating words being fed to yourself. Life is a jagged line; sometimes we end up where we don't want to be, and sometimes...
What is the biggest contributing factor to our anxiety and depression? You guessed it: Our inner voice! If you've ever listened to a talented motivational speaker, you know how their presentations can bring about a huge, powerful change in your feelings. You listen, you nod...
When I slipped and fell in Newark Airport last month, there was a man (turns out he is a criminal lawyer), who did everything he could to help me. I also sat next to a young woman who I am now friends with (Kimberly Sherwin),...
Yesterday, the very last day of June, sucker-punched me with one last zing! I was truly ready to give up when, believe it or not, Mr. Rogers came into my head. When I was giving birth to my third son, because I watched a lot...
I have posted about this subject before, but I feel it needs repeating. There are so many who need constant attention, applause and adulation from others in order to feel that "high" that comes with feeling good about themselves. Obviously there is something missing inside....
I am so ready to say goodbye to the month of June! Beginning with my injury at the very end of May, the second injury in June, two other mishaps, the death of my mother in law, my son being in the hospital, etc, etc....
Sometimes, we all have the unfortunate task of dealing with an inconsiderate person who does not place any value on their commitments and, therefore, their words are meaningless. These people don't care about our feelings because they are probably too wrapped up in their own...
Desiderata has and always will be my "go to" inspiration whenever I feel down and out. I never realized that Max Ehrmann's work and this work in particular was largely unknown while he was living. The poem only gained popularity in 1965 when...
As a kid, I was teased about my curly hair and freckles and it caused me to have low self esteem. Later on, I drew compliments for the same features. Stop putting stock into what others think of you and how they perceive you. Understand...