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You know what doesn't help overcome resistance?

You know what doesn't help overcome resistance?

“So, I put a lot of pressure on myself. All the time.” My husband stared at me. “Yes,” he said emphatically, as if I’d just pointed out that ice is cold or nighttime is dark. Okaaay, I guess the press...

House sparrows keep life from going by too fast

House sparrows keep life from going by too fast

How do we keep each day from blending in with all the others? Why does it seem like time passes by so quickly? It was beautiful out this morning. I drove my husband to his eye exam, and while I was wa...

Boredom is an interesting thing

Boredom is an interesting thing

Okay, you’ve put off that dreaded task long enough. Finally, you get to work, but the time just drags on. You’d like to get it over with, but it’s just so… boring. Yes, it’s true that we all have work...

Recognize your wall

Recognize your wall

I’m not saying it’s time to go stare at the wall. Well, maybe I am. Maybe you’ve been firefighting most of the day, one urgent situation after another popping up like ads on top of a recipe blog. Perh...