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25 Apps Every Busy Mom Needs to Download Right Now
If you have a little downtime — which I know is rare — download these 25 apps. They’ll make life much easier for you as both a mother and professional. 1. Picniic This isn’t just an app. It’s a family assistant where you can create and share a family calendar, create to-do-lists, and store medical information in the ‘info locator.’ There’s also a family locator so that you know where everyone in your household is and there’s even space to create shopping lists and save online content like recipes. 2. ContinuousCare With CoutinousCare you can store upcoming appointments and medical reports in one location. You can also ask health specialists…
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Change Your Thinking Change Your Life
Change your thinking, change your life. This is going to be an incredibly powerful post for you. I have been working on these things in my life for many years, not only because I am a psychologist and I have seen the research, but because I want to be a better me. And I have seen a better me. I have more tasks which you could equate with stress than ever before and I do not believe I am more stressed out. I have my moments for sure. But I have changed my perception of stress, time, and life. I can handle more at a calmer state of being. Today’s…
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Bravery + Vulnerability = Success
Bravery and vulnerability are two terms you wouldn’t put together to equal success. Except, Brene Brown, researcher, author, and pioneer for women says we need these two characteristics to be successful. I follow the beliefs and actions of the many strong and successful women before me. I have learned from them that success does boil down to this paradox of bravery and vulnerability. What is Vulnerability? Vulnerability is defined as the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. So with every vulnerable professional or family action we take we are at risk of being harmed. But it doesn’t stop…
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Problems with Women in the Workplace
In this post I want to highlight all of the problems with women in the workplace today. Ways that we get hung up, don’t advance, and feel defeated. Women have a tendency of thinking of everyone else first, although this is a fine attribute it can keep you from asserting yourself in the workplace. Women don’t speak up for what they want or need in an employment situation. And, if you don’t ask, you will not receive. Women use more passive speech such as questions or comments rather than direct commands. And if women try to use more assertive and direct language they feel like a “bitch” in the office.…
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Self-Care for the Sober Woman
Today we have a guest post from entrepreneur Amanda Fales. Take it away Amanda… Parents know — of all life’s achievements –nothing is as rewarding and fulfilling as raising children. Nothing provides such joy and happy memories as time with the kids. But it’s also incomparably challenging. One minute your little one is cuddling you like a soft and fuzzy koala, saying, “I love you, Mommy” as he gazes into your eyes. And the next? He is attempting to pull knives out of the silverware drawer or dump veggie straws all over the floor. These moments are inevitable and at times out of our control. Sometimes I can take these…
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Maximize Your Productivity Starting Today With These 8 Strategies!
I might be in the minority when I say this..but I LOVE PRODUCTIVITY! I get excited when I see my results and recount all that I have accomplished during the day. I love the feeling of crossing things off my list and rattling off to my husband all I have accomplished. However, there are times when I start to feel overwhelmed with all of my obligations, keeping everything (and everyone!) straight, and making sure I do not forget things. In a world swirling with information we at times get lost in the sauce. Today’s topic is all about how to maximize your productivity by discussing preventative and proactive ways to help…
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Get Motivated With These 12 Podcasts For Working Moms
Like most people, I love listening to podcasts while when commuting, exercising, and cleaning the house — especially since I don’t have the time to read as much I would like. Podcasts aren’t just convenient because you can listen to them whenever you want, they’re also one of the best tools to tap into inspiration and keep you updated on the latest trends, ideas, and strategies. For me, these twelve podcasts have excellent storytellers and have influenced me in becoming a stronger and more confident mother and businesswomen. 1. Beyond Burnout Founded by Dr. Tracey Marks, Beyond Burnout shares health, wellness, and relationship advice for working moms who are busy juggling…
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It’s OK to Talk About Postpartum
Today’s topic is near and dear to me as so many moms struggle with postpartum adjustments, blues, and depression. The goal for today’s blog is to give ourselves permission to talk about these significant changes in our lives once we give birth. The Truth About Giving Birth First, giving birth has become glamorized. Our culture expects women to give birth, immediately conform into a perfect mother, have her slim body back, keep her household running, and maybe even maintain a career. We all know this is a JOKE! However, we are so often fooled into thinking this is the “normal” thing to do. Giving birth is messy and takes a…
