Remember when you asked a person “how’s it going?” and the standard response would be “it’s going alright” or “fine” or “good good”, but more often than not today the response is “BUSY!” and then you sympathize and say “I know, so busy”. Being busy has become a cultural norm. I long for the days …
Category Archives: Happiness
Secondhand is the New Black
More and more, you’re hearing about thrift shopping, clothing swaps and when buying new, investing in good quality sustainable clothing. The world is changing and for the better. Having an abundance of stuff is now considered by many as a burden and we are looking for ways to live minimally, mindfully, economically and ethically. Fast …
Shopping Ban Combination Update for February & March 2019
Let’s avoid the throat clearing and get straight to the point. I have been fabulously failing at sticking to my shopping ban rules for both February and March. I feel like I am at confession and I feel rather ashamed for failing so fantastically. Where do I start? Let’s start with my kitty crazed obsession …
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Drop it like it’s Hot! The Quest to Lose 20 Pounds in Three Months
I need to drop 20 pounds. I am getting married on June 15 and I was worried about my dress fitting since my ten pound weight gain, and sure enough I couldn’t zip it up. I bought myself a sample size dress from a bridal convention last year in 2018 and there is no ability to let …
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We are Living in the Lap of Luxury
Yesterday was supposed to be an ordinary Sunday when I woke up early to attend a nine am mass. I go to mass to try and know God better, to learn His word & have a better understanding of the divine. I wasn’t expecting to feel so convicted by the priest’s words. I was convicted …
Shopping Ban Update for January 2019
On my way to work this morning, Brian cranked up Biggie Smalls “Hypnotize” as I am constantly singing the “refrain” (not sure if that is what you would call it). The song put me in a great mood to start the day and of course Brian got a laugh out of my off beat groove …
What is Your Why for Losing Weight and Staying Fit?
I believe Simon Sinek, author, motivational speaker and organizational consultant is the one who began the buzz phrase “what is your why?” and how defining your why can lead you to success & satisfaction. You can find a plethora of talks on YouTube by Sinek, but with a focus more on careers and helping organizations …
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Shopping Ban 2019…
I have attempted a shopping ban a few times over the past few years, and I have failed. I don’t think you can go hog wild on ceasing to shop all together unless you have a reasonable outline of what is allowed and what is not allowed, and you check in monthly for accountability. I …
The Number One Lesson of 2018 is Health is Everything…
The most important lesson 2018 taught me is nothing is more important than your health. I have said it many times before, Health is Wealth. Having a fantastic career is worthless without your health. Having the financial means to travel, owning the opulent possessions, fancy cars, gorgeous mansions, it all means nothing without your health. …
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Cafes Abound in South Korea
I remember back in 2001 when I first traveled to Europe, the only place I could find a big cup of strong coffee was at McDonalds. I went to countless cafes and always ended up with a teeny tiny demi-tasse of espresso or a large bowl full of cafe au lait. Coffee has taken over …
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