Remember how this week is all about taking care of you? Let’s start with a simple, fun way to let your mind recharge. When was the last time you read a book? I know I don’t make time for this little luxury as often as I wish, but did you know it is a truly…
Wear Your Sassy Pants – Day 18 of #31daystohappy
I remember waking up one morning and my lips were cracked and bleeding, which was pretty normal in the morning for me. I didn’t want to get out of bed. The kids were screaming and it really felt like nothing was going right and there wasn’t much I could do to fix it. I remember…
Take A Walk: Day 17 of #31daystohappy
How often do you get outside? Like, no-cell-reception-there-might-be-bears outside? It is amazing to me how much getting outside allows my mind to rest and recharge. Since I decided I am pursuing happiness, one of my box 1 activities is going for walks. And specifically, I love walking without my cell phone. As a family, most…
Win and Lose: Days 15 & 16 of #31daystohappy
Has it been a crazy week for anyone else? Overwhelming? It seems like the mix of back to school and all of the things I want to do in the Fall are adding up in a big way! So, I’m going to mix what I was going to talk about a little down the line…
Prepare for Rain – Day 14 of #31daystohappy
Welcome to my little blog. Thank you for commenting on my last post. I really want to share hope here. My life is dramatically changed, and I’m sharing the little steps I took. It has been such a journey and I’m incredibly grateful for traveling it. If you are just joining us on this pursuit…
Meditation – Day 13 of #31daystohappy
I got an email from a concerned reader about this happiness project I’m sharing. The concern is that those with mental health issues will pursue this meditation project instead of seeing a professional. I’d like to make it clear – if you struggle with medical issues, if you are considering doing yourself harm, please reach out…