Creativity is an important skill for every person to learn and practice. Many people assume that being creative means doing hands-on crafts or having artistic talent. Although this is part of what it means to practice creativity, there are many other ways to embody this virtue as well. In fact, whether you believe it or… {read more}
Archives for August 2017
5 Stress Less Tips for Settling a Child Into New Activities
Preparation is often the key to having a positive new experience, wouldn’t you agree? When I prepare for a presentation or prepare to go out for dinner with a group of people I don’t know well – rather than just jumping into it without giving myself time to get ready and get in the right… {read more}
August Book Club: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
August is already flying by. How did you enjoy last month’s book club pick? If you are new to book club, you can read about it here. This month I’m choosing to go back to an author I’ve read time and time again, Brené Brown. To get a taste of her work which focuses on… {read more}
Supporting a Local Animal Shelter
Acts of Kindness by Real Families is a series featuring stories about service to others. Whether big or small, planned out or spontaneous, hearing about different act of kindness can inspire us to give more to those around us. It’s fun to find new ways to show kindness in our communities, and I hope you will be… {read more}