For Those Who Don’t Send Back a Meal
Sending back a meal that is as you ordered can actually help you have a better relationship. Here’s how.
Life’s Highway
From my book "Soul in Control: Reflections of a Reformed Superwoman" (Balboa Press, 2012) I reinvented myself when life took a sharp right turn. I thought I was on a nice paved road – despite a few potholes and definite twists and turns. But when I was jettisoned...
R E S P E C T and 20 Ways to Find It
Respect is a two-way interaction. It starts with you. Here are 20 ways to find it.
Being of Service
I believe in being of service to others. It's the right thing to do and I was taught that at an early age. I grew up watching my mother volunteer at my school, doing everything from baking cakes for the school carnival, to serving on the PTA, to being a room mother....
Be Kind
As I walked through Penn Station yesterday, I was reminded of the scene I witnessed a couple of years ago, where a police officer was high-fiving a little girl whose mother looked distracted. It was such a kind moment. Later I saw the same officer and showed her the...
Go With The Flow
Life takes on new meaning when you can go with the flow.
Nature’s Tattoos
Who needs to spend money on tattoos? Nature has a way of giving you your own unique set – with time.
I’m Asking You To Be Quiet
While there is a lot that needs to be said these days, some times the best thing to do is to be quiet.
3 Words to Help You Find Serenity
I am a person who prides herself on being able to manage a lot at one time. I am capable of doing a variety of things and organized enough to have been able to manage a full-time job, a household of 3 kids, a husband, a dog and assorted other small animals, volunteer...
How I Learned to Grieve
Here’s what I was taught about grief while growing up: Nothing. Here’s what I picked up about it: It’s ok to feel sad…for a little while – but then move on It’s scary My first remembered encounter with death was when I was 8. I remember answering the phone in the...
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