by Jeff Packer | Dec 13, 2024 | Change, Self-Care, Stress
Can we truly have it all? Can we maintain a healthy family life, a thriving career, and a fulfilling social life? The phrase “Life is a balancing act” often comes up when we feel stressed or overwhelmed. We want to excel in every area, but sometimes that ambition...
by Jeff Packer | Dec 11, 2024 | Change, Holidays / Vacation, Self-Care
While it’s definitely a blessing to have a job, we must also remember the importance of taking time off to recharge and restore ourselves. Of course, the idea of planning a vacation can sometimes feel like just another task on our already overflowing plates. But the...
by Nicole Bolotenko | Dec 6, 2024 | Depression, Friendship, Love & Relationships, Self-Care
Sometimes, staying home on the couch and watching your favorite TV show feels like the best plan, right? But what happens when you do this for seven days straight? Many people report feelings of low motivation, low energy, and a sense of disconnection from activities...
by Jeff Packer | Jan 19, 2024 | Conflict, Discipline, Family, Growth & Development, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Parenting, Problem-Solving, Self-Care, Teens, Work & Employment
While taking stuff away and grounding children from going out may be common and an easy approach (possibly one our parents used) it is really a “last resort” discipline strategy. When we think of adjusting our children’s thinking to improve emotional...
by Jeff Packer | Jan 11, 2024 | Depression, Diabetes, Discipline, Growth & Development, Health & Fitness, Love & Relationships, Mental Health, Self-Care
Some people suggest yoga for a variety of reasons such as weight loss, increased flexibility, greater strength, and mind-body connection. But did you know that yoga can help our brain function better? This article that I came across explains how just 20 minutes of...
by Jeff Packer | Jan 10, 2024 | Change, Depression, Health & Fitness, Self-Care, Stress, Work & Employment
Have you ever realized the difference between walking on grass barefoot and walking on grass with shoes? I strongly suggest you give it a try. The experience is soothing, and calming. I’m reminded of when I was child and did not care about getting my feet dirty. Now,...
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