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Invite Yourself To A New Vision »

[2 Dec 2009 | No Comment | 301 views]
3 Simple Tips For A Stress-Free, Guilt-Free Holiday

As a mother, do you look forward to the holiday season? Or does it induce visions of tantrumming children, pouting relatives, and an ever-growing to-do list? You’d be in good company if you felt both excited and stressed.  No matter what holiday you celebrate, here are a few tips to keep you from wanting to throw in the towel and running away to the North Pole:

 1. Keep your expectations in check, and get clear on what you want. What would a stress-free, guilt-free holiday look like for YOU? Never mind what …

Relationships Are First and Most Important »

[14 Nov 2008 | 3 Comments | 618 views]
3 Easy Ways To Feel Like A Better Mother

I’m fond of saying that when moms feel better, they do better. In a previous post, I talked about how comparing yourself to other moms can leave you feeling awful. Yet, everywhere around you are examples of how to parent better. What should you pay attention to versus what should you ignore? Here are my tips for easy ways to feel like a better mother, without comparing yourself.
1. Know Thyself. As I’ve mentioned before, knowing your personality style and what makes you tick as a mother is very freeing. It helps you …