Life is not always as it seems or how we think it should be. Last year, and half of this year I had a client who came to me saying her plate was “The size of the United States and all the oceans put together.” After much discussion and several debates, I agreed to…
Hugs release stress fast. If no one is around to give you a hug and self hugging is not working, grab a stuffed animal. Hugging something soft and cuddly resembles a person or an animal and has the same stress busting effect as the real deal. When a family member was in the hospital and…
According to a Northern Arizona University study creating art makes people feel happier and less stressed. Your first thought might be “Hey, I am not a creative person.” Fear not, painting, knitting, decorating, organizing, gardening, planting, cooking and cleaning are only a few ideas that fall under the scope of being creative. Any artistic…
CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) – Julie Woodworker Hubbs has been a resident of Carmichael for over 25 years. She is a Carmichael Elk and serves on the board for the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce. She participates in many volunteer opportunities and is also a board member for the United Way’s Fit Kids program. After more…
l. Organize your home starting small with a drawer, cupboard, a closet and then move onto a room. 2. Practice gratitude especially when nothing seems to be going your way. Take a deep breath and be thankful for something each day. 3. “When in doubt, focus out.” When anxiety, negative self-talk and depressive thoughts begin…
I am just not in the mood for the fast paced hustle bustle this holiday season. I will be getting my joy from the quiet moments I create with myself, my family and my friends. Low key is my mantra. A vase of branches snipped from Christmas tree branches will be beautiful and smell terrific…
Is it a coincidence that my friend Nancy, a police officer wounded in the line of duty, picks a key out of a large bucket with the word HEART on it? I think not! She was awarded a Purple Heart for her bravery. Nancy has a strong heart, a tender heart, a good…
