(For Moms) One Effective Technique for Checking-in with Yourself

The hardest part of this is just remembering to do this. It takes practice and perhaps a lot more for me than the average Joanne, but hey, progress is better than not trying.

From the library, I got the book “The Mindful Family Guidebook: Reconnect with Spirit, Nature, and the People You Love” by Renda Dionne Madrigal, PhD.

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8 Tips for Drinking More Water

You have trouble drinking enough water, too? I struggled with it my entire life. I LOVE drinking water, but I knew I never drank enough. I had reasons (didn't like the water contaminants, never thought to drink, I'm not a daily sipper, etc.) But about 6 weeks ago, I figured out a new method that works really well for me. I want to share this and other tips to help you, too.

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The Intersection of Conspiracy Theories & Spirituality

I got really steamed the other day in a “spiritual entrepreneur group.” They set some new boundaries about what is and isn’t allowed in the group. Every group has boundaries and that keeps things healthy and on topic. However, they drew a line in the sand that digs at my core. This clearly is something that I need to voice my views on so that others can contemplate and grow from.

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How to Do "Self-Care" Every Day Even When You're Busy

“Self -care is How You Live” (4:06)

Self-care becomes this untouchable thing that you can’t make the time for, the money for, or the priority for. The reality is self-care is in the choices we make every day—it’s the way you choose to live.

There are numerous ways we can delight our sense to replenish ourselves. Begin to notice which details about your day that make you happy and those that agitate or frustrate you. Once you have this awareness, you can begin to actively choose more of those that make you happy.

Don’t let “Mom Depletion” (when motherhood sucks you dry emotionally and physically) get the best of you. You’re goal as a mom is to raise amazing children who are kind, intelligent, creative, generous and independent. To get them there, you need to make sure you are filling your own cup so that you can be all that is asked of you in your heart.

In the comments, I’d love to know what you want to do for yourself to increase your self-care!