Full Hands, Full Heart “You sure do have your hands full!” I heard this comment quite often from friends, family, and strangers when my twins were young. This statement was often accompanied by a comforting pat on the back as if they were feeling my pain. I would often respond with a polite smile […]
Mind and Body
Busy or Richly Scheduled?
When you think about your to do list for the day, how do you feel? More than likely, the first words that come to mind are “I’m busy!” Have you ever really thought about what it is that makes us so busy? Is it the errands, the activities, the work, the technology or the fun […]
Humor Me Please!
Have you noticed that children tend to laugh easily at all sorts of things from people to objects to jokes? As adults we seem to be more selective when it comes to humor. This is too bad because preliminary data in one study found humor engages our entire brain and who doesn’t want that? Further […]
A Well Deserved Rest
Several years ago, I began on my journey towards increased mindfulness along with a small group of Extension colleagues. Maryanna Klatt, an associate professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, instructed my class on mindfulness and stress reduction. I went in with an open mind expecting to learn methods to reduce my stress […]
REFLECTION AND GOAL SETTING
A new year provides a time for us to reflect upon the past and plan for the future. You don’t have to wait for a new year to plan for the future. Throughout the year reflect on the goal you set earlier. But don’t get so caught up in the past that you forget to […]
Ways to Win during March Madness Month – Practice Stress Management
Check out these Elite 8 Tips for Stress Management Our lives are busy – sometimes too busy. We all have demands – perhaps they are from work, family, extended family, school and more. Many of us feel stressed and on overload. Do you ever find it is hard to find the balance between work, family […]