As I sit here, ready to write today's empowerment article, I'm having a tough one. A really rough day. It started yesterday and continues on, despite my trying to get it to go away. I hear my internal dialogue and no matter what anyone else says, that is what is sticking with me. I don't use this word in everyday speech, but since I'm writing, I'll share it with you. Every time continue reading...
The Power Of “No”
Elton John has been singing for years that "sorry" seems to be the hardest word, but I think I disagree with him. In my experience, the hardest word to say is "no." I was raised as a people pleaser - and that's not a bad thing. I like to think that what I'm doing is benefiting other people. It is extremely difficult for me when I feel that someone is upset with me and I have continue reading...
Perception Is Reality
There's a common misconception that most of us live by - reality is reality. That's not actually true if you think about it. The truth is that perception is reality. A few weeks ago I was in the car with my son and he asked me if color was a matter of fact or opinion. That really got me thinking. In the end, my answer was that it is both. If you think about it, our eyes continue reading...
5 Ways To Save Money At The Movies
The movies are so much fun! For the kids it's an exciting adventure, for the parents it's a chance to relax and enjoy yourself, and for everyone else it's a chance to go on a date, keep cool during the summer/warm in the winter or just see something fantastic. Unfortunately, the movies aren't fun for your bank account. It's not uncommon for a family of four to pay over $50 for continue reading...
Chance Favors The Prepared Mind
If you set yourself up for success in any area of your life, luck is more likely to follow. The truth is, luck does favor the prepared. One great life quote that I carry around with me is that "Chance favors the prepared mind." This statement, made by Louis Pasteur, is one that often comes out as "Luck favors the prepared" or "Fortune favors the prepared mind," - and I continue reading...
Cheap Date Ideas For Married And Dating Couples
Cheap Date Ideas For Married And Dating Couples Whether you’re newlyweds, dating, or have been married for decades, dates are essential. Sometimes when we have kids and have to worry about taking care of the family as a whole, nurturing a relationship can end up sitting on the back burner. When finances are tight, it’s easy to use that as an excuse to stay home instead of continue reading...
You Are In Control Of Your Own Destiny
YOU are the only person who can change your future. It is a matter of choice, so it's time to take the bull by the horns and change your destiny! The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the president. You realize that you control your own destiny. -Albert Ellis You are continue reading...