Year: 2022
Revision Surgery Recovery Tips
Facing surgery? I want to share some of my recovery tips to help you with the process. It is hard to believe that I recently had yet another surgery. I am off pain medications, that is a relief. Still sore and bruised, but that is part of the process. I have to remember to take […]
Maslow’s Hierarchy Of Needs
Maslow’s Hierarchy Of Needs Psychology students are taught Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. The Hierarchy of Needs is one of the most widely accepted theories of human development. Unlike other theories, Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is based on positive experiences and potential growth. Today, researchers have updated Maslow’s theory but continue to use his model […]
Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies
One of my favorite cookies are Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookies. We are in the deep of winter and it is my favorite time to bake. Cooking brings me joy and I am often asked for my recipes. So I started here with some of my favorite. Warms up the house and the bonus of fresh […]
Our Needs and Desires
Needs Versus Desires We all want things. But our wants can be categorized into two different sections: needs and desires. With some things, the category that our wants fall into can be easy to distinguish, but for other items, it can be very difficult to figure out. With a little bit more understanding of needs […]
How to Prioritize Your Goals
How to Prioritize Your Goals In order to prioritize your goals you’ll need to have a good understanding of what you need to be happy in your life. There are typically four areas in which most people make goals: Family – Spending more time with your kids or partner Financial – Saving toward your six […]
Affirmations – The Measure of Perfection
The measure of perfection is so subjective. What one person thinks can be so drastically different than three other people. We soon start becoming highly critical and forget to give ourselves grace. Right now, here in this moment you are perfect. Sure there are things you want to improve, but please don’t beat yourself up. […]
Improve Your Sleep – Bedtime Routine
Bedtime Routine to Improve Your Sleep Are you sleep deprived? When Should You Go To Bed? The first step toward establishing a good bedtime routine is deciding when you should go to bed. There are a couple of things to consider here. Your weekly routine is part of it, as is how much sleep you […]
Avoiding Unconscious Bias
Common Unconscious Bias Examples and How to Avoid Them An unconscious bias is based on assumptions and opinions rather on facts or evidence. In other words, it involves judging something or someone according to hearsay or someone else’s opinions or beliefs. Unconscious biases are often wrong especially when it involves a group of people. Everything […]
Remuneration in Spiritual Community
Earlier this year, my calendar gave me the word remuneration. As I looked at the word, I was struck by it immediately! On several levels. Remuneration is the act or fact of paying an equivalent to for a service, loss or expense. Recompense, pay. Remuneration in Spiritual Life There is the conversation about being paid […]
Weekly Affirmation – pleasure in simple things
Repeat three times:I find joy and pleasure in simple things. The most beautiful and enjoyable things can be the simplest. While many others pursue enjoyment and pleasure in luxuries, I am able to find enjoyment in everyday things. This is where affirmations are a great help. This weeks affirmation is as follows: I am constantly […]