Tag: reflection

  • 3 Powerful Strategies to Stop Making Excuses and Take Control in 2025

    3 Powerful Strategies to Stop Making Excuses and Take Control in 2025

    This year, I’ve decided to focus on reducing a few things in my life—like bad habits, negative attitudes, and even some of the clutter and distractions that weigh me down. One thing I’m really working on is cutting down on excuses. Let’s be real: when life gets tough, it’s so easy to point fingers or… Read more

  • If You Love Mitch Albom, These three Authors Will Tug at Your Heartstrings

    If You Love Mitch Albom, These three Authors Will Tug at Your Heartstrings

    When I taught high school English, I introduced The Five People You Meet in Heaven to my freshmen. Then, in sophomore year, we followed it up with The Next Person You Meet in Heaven. By junior year, we dove into Tuesdays with Morrie. Every time I teach Tuesdays with Morrie, I find something new—either in… Read more

  • Say Goodbye to Added Sugars with These 3 Simple Tips

    Say Goodbye to Added Sugars with These 3 Simple Tips

    I’ve tried several times to cut sugar out of my diet completely. While I’ve managed to stick with it for a month or two, I always end up slipping back into the cycle of sugar cravings—and sometimes, I end up consuming even more than before. My main goal now is say goodbye to added sugars… Read more

  • 3 Daily Benefits of Walking

    3 Daily Benefits of Walking

    This morning, on my second snow day of the year, I decided to keep up my commitment to daily movement despite the snow-covered roads. For nearly two years, I’ve intentionally set out to walk every day. Some days, I’d cover eight miles; on others, it might be less than a mile. Regardless of the distance,… Read more

  • 3 Simple Ways to Stay Safe During Winter Weather Adventures

    3 Simple Ways to Stay Safe During Winter Weather Adventures

    There’s nothing like the excitement of a snowstorm! 🌨️ The flakes are falling, and the world turns into a magical, snowy wonderland. Whether you’re dreaming of sledding, hoping for a snow day, or just enjoying the beauty of it all, winter weather brings its own kind of adventure. But with all the fun, it’s super… Read more

  • My One Word for 2025 — Reduce

    My One Word for 2025 — Reduce

    My one word for the year is “Reduce.” I often find it challenging to settle on a single focus each year. Reflection directs my focus on a general direction I want to focus on for the year. To help clarify my choice, I wrote down some initial thoughts and then asked ChatGPT to suggest a… Read more