Category Archives: Self care

A Tribute to Quiet Types

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Karen

In Susan Cain’s book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking, she says: If there’s one take-away from this book, I hope it’s the newfound entitlement to be yourself. Hello, my name is Karen and … Continue reading →

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Is a wellness coach right for you?

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Karen

Do you want to take charge of a particular part of your life, but don’t know where to begin? That’s where a wellness coach comes in. A wellness coach guides and supports individuals as they create the life that they … Continue reading →

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How to take charge of your life

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Karen

The mind is an incredibly powerful force – some of it untapped. For instance, many of us don’t use our imaginations to help improve skills such as public speaking or sports; help improve health; or consider better ways of doing … Continue reading →

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Yoga may bestow yet another health benefit

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Karen

  If you’ve resisted trying yoga thus far, you may want to reconsider and roll out a sticky mat – the only piece of equipment that’s required. More and more research suggests that practicing yoga on a regular basis has … Continue reading →

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Aging with Grace and Strength

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Karen

I have renewed hope that I will remain physically active and healthy into my 80s—maybe into my 90s. Recently, I saw that it’s certainly possible, thanks to a group of fabulously fit older ladies. In order to prepare to write … Continue reading →

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Making a Bad Mood Better

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Karen

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011   Making a Bad Mood Better   I’ve come to realize that a bad mood isn’t necessarily a bad thing. After many years of trying to talk myself out of “bad” moods or chastising myself for … Continue reading →

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An E-Free Vacation

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Karen

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2011   An E-Free Vacation   Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop. – Ovid Earlier this year, I took a week-long vacation to attend a meditation retreat where the use of electronic equipment … Continue reading →

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Shun the Sense of Urgency

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Karen

SUNDAY, JULY 17, 2011   Shun the Sense of Urgency   I’ve been thinking about how I’d rather not feel crazy-busy and frantic anymore. Eyeing my to-do list and the clock is anxiety-provoking and torturous—and that’s not the way I … Continue reading →

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Life Unplugged

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Karen

SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2011   Life Unplugged   Rushing and multitasking is the M.O. for many of us these days. We’re hot-wired into our smart phones, iPods, laptops and more. I marvel at my daughter as she surfs the net … Continue reading →

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300 Things I Love

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Karen

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2011   300 Things I Love   I have a list of 127 things I love—so far. Why the list? One of the assignments that my daughter received in her psychology class was to list 300 things … Continue reading →

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