Do you believe, as some do, that love is hard work? Or do you believe that love is easy and all about warm fuzzies? Do you believe in love at first sight or in taking time to build a relationship? I’ve spent a lot of time lately talking to experts, reading and thinking about love and relationships. [...]
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The Ultimate Valentine’s Day
Posted in Communication, Happiness, Relationships, Valentine's Day, tagged love at first sight, love is an action, love is easy, love is hard work, taking time to build a relationship on February 13, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
Sweet Halloween Tips to Stop a Tantrum Before it Starts
Posted in Communication, Halloween, tagged Halloween meltdown, setting clear expectations, stop a tantrum before it starts, stop temper tantrums on October 24, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Any holiday or special celebration is not only a time for great joy, it’s also a prime time for melt-downs. Let’s face it, the energy is buzzing, kids are excited and expectations are high. This means that it’s time for the parents (yes, that’s you) to step up to the plate. I know you’re busy. I know there are extra things on your plate. I know you don’t have time. But you also don’t have the time or energy to deal with a melt-down so we’re going to head this one off before it even happens by setting clear expectations. Here are a few simple steps to get you started:
Your Beautiful and Stress Free Holiday
Posted in Celebrate, Change it!, Christmas, Communication, Decorations, Family & Friends, Gifts, Inspiration, Planning, Traditions, tagged stress free holiday, stress free holiday entertaining, stress free holiday tips on October 17, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
That’s what we all want right? A beautiful holiday, a stress free holiday, one that happens with joy and love and without stress, frustration, and overwhelm. Well, that’s what I want for you as well. Heck, that’s why I spend my days sharing all these ideas with you guys. That’s why I give you all [...]
Heart Filled Holidays Conversations
Posted in Christmas, Communication, Family & Friends, tagged communication, love, love my holiday, planning, reduce holiday stress, talk to my family on September 7, 2011 | 1 Comment »
You’ve heard me talk about Heart Filled Holidays Conversations and I can’t emphasize enough just how helpful these chats can be. This can be anything from chatting with your husband or kids and asking them what they really love to do during the holidays to telling someone you won’t be visiting them during the holidays this year.
Whatever the conversation, fun or difficult, large or small, these talks can change your holidays completely. They can shape your decisions. They can change your stress levels. They can alter your traditions.
