This winter has had a record number of snowfalls in many areas of the U.S. The number of snow days for school children has exceeded what seems reasonable to stay on track with academics. Even businesses and government offices have shut down, giving adults snow days too. While snow days are somewhat inconvenient because they mess with the routine, they also offer an impromptu … [Read more...]
Are you getting what you need?
Each person has a specific set of needs that must be met in order to function at their best. Basic needs like food, water, and sleep are universal, but the amounts we need depend on body types and other factors. Other needs are not always as tangible, but they need to be met just the same. For example, psychological needs, emotional needs, and spiritual needs are important for … [Read more...]
What does your money puzzle look like?
We each have a money puzzle. It is that riddle we often call a budget. The place where available financial resources are fit together with needs and wants, goals and dreams. For many, budget has become a bad word because it signifies worry and stress, marital conflict, and failure. Personally, I’m not too fond of the black and white, plus or minus world of budget-making, but I … [Read more...]
“Mommy, where are you?”: Being Present with My Kids
While I set aside regular time to spend with my kids, I often find myself physically present but mentally preparing for a project, planning next week’s schedule, or rehearsing an email response. When this happens, I end up trying to wrestle my thoughts back to the present. It’s not that I don’t want to be with kids, there are just so many other things vying for my time and … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Improve Communication with Co-workers
We spend a lot of time at work. So when conversations with our co-workers turn sour, it can create ripples throughout our work sphere and spill over into other areas of our lives. While we are often admonished to keep things professional, co-worker communication can be a source of unnecessary conflict. Here are five tips to improve your communication with co-workers. 1. Pay … [Read more...]
Welcome to Work. Life. Peace.
The goal of this blog is to address the challenges and joys of navigating our work lives and personal lives and finding peace along the way. I hope to bring up-to-date research to light as well as share stories and wisdom from real people blending work and life in new ways. The articles will focus on practical ideas and strategies to cultivate peace between the tensions of … [Read more...]
