Meal Planning: A Pathway to Healthy Eating and Stress-Free Cooking
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Meal Planning: A Pathway to Healthy Eating and Stress-Free Cooking

Meal planning is a valuable practice that can simplify your life, save time, and promote healthier eating habits. It involves pre-selecting your meals for a week or more, shopping for the necessary ingredients, and preparing as much as possible in advance. This blog explores the benefits of meal planning, provides practical tips, and offers resources for getting started.

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Embracing Body Positivity: A Journey to Self-Love and Acceptance
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Embracing Body Positivity: A Journey to Self-Love and Acceptance

In a world often saturated with unrealistic beauty standards, the Body Positivity movement emerges as a powerful force, encouraging individuals to embrace and celebrate their bodies in all shapes and sizes. In this blog, we'll delve into the principles of Body Positivity, explore its transformative impact, and provide resources for those on a journey toward self-love and acceptance. 

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October News from Navigating Transitions!
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October News from Navigating Transitions!

We are now in the swing of fall and have Thanksgiving and Hallowe’en to look forward to in October.

The theme for the fall is “Harvesting Your Potential through Transitions”. To support the fall theme, I am developing a workbook with sections for each area below.

  • leveraging your strengths & values

  • connecting

  • goal-setting

  • building resilience

  • engaging in self-discovery

Each section contains information, exercises, journal prompts and action items. This free, user friendly workbook will be released in mid-October.

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Harvesting Your Potential: Stories about Thriving Amidst Transitions
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Harvesting Your Potential: Stories about Thriving Amidst Transitions

Transitions, whether anticipated or unexpected, often bring uncertainty, but they also offer opportunities for growth and transformation. In this follow-up blog, we'll explore two powerful stories that exemplify the concept of "Harvesting Your Potential: Thriving Amidst Transitional Periods." These stories demonstrate how individuals can navigate significant life changes, such as a mid-life job transition and the loss of a loved one, by identifying and leveraging their strengths, connecting with others, setting goals, building resilience, and engaging in self-discovery.

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The Power of Gratitude: A Path to a Happier Life
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The Power of Gratitude: A Path to a Happier Life

Gratitude is a simple yet profound practice that can significantly enhance our well-being and overall happiness. It involves recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of life, from the smallest joys to the most significant blessings. In this blog, we will explore the concept of gratitude, its benefits, ways to cultivate it in daily life, and how it can transform our perspective.

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Creating Fulfillment and Rhythm: Balancing and Prioritizing Life's Different Areas
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Creating Fulfillment and Rhythm: Balancing and Prioritizing Life's Different Areas

Finding balance and prioritizing various aspects of life can be challenging. Achieving fulfillment and rhythm involves carefully managing work, personal relationships, health, and leisure activities. This blog explores strategies for creating a balanced life by identifying priorities, setting boundaries, fostering personal growth, and practicing self-care.

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The Importance of Good Sleep
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The Importance of Good Sleep

Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our health and well-being, influencing our physical, mental, and emotional states. Despite its importance, many people struggle to get enough quality sleep. This blog explores what constitutes good sleep, strategies for achieving it, and the impacts of poor sleep on our lives.

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Fall News from Navigating Transitions!
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Fall News from Navigating Transitions!

Summer has brought connection, sunlight and adventure. What have you enjoyed about your summer and what are you looking forward to as a new season begins?

The theme for the fall is “Harvesting Your Potential through Transitions”. If you are going through a transition or want to make changes in your life consider navigating the transition by 1) leveraging your strengths & values, 2) connecting 3) self-care and 4) development. Look out for my Saturday Learning Special starting in November to bring you practical support in using these elements to navigate a transition.

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Lessons from Fun-loving Personalities
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Lessons from Fun-loving Personalities

It’s easy to forget to take time for fun and relaxation. For some people, however, the pursuit of fun isn't just a pastime—it's a way of life. These fun-loving individuals possess certain characteristics that make them stand out, and their approach to life can teach us valuable lessons about joy, resilience, and connection. Let's explore different types of fun-loving personalities and what we can learn from them.

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Summer News from Navigating Transitions!
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Summer News from Navigating Transitions!

Summer is a special time of year and is an ideal time to be rejuvenated by rest, relaxation, fun and adventure. The first two webinars in August support that focus, while the second two look toward fall. The theme for the fall is “Harvesting Your Potential through Transitions”. There will be blogs on gratitude, balancing & prioritizing, discovering your “Ikigai”, and more on learning about navigating transitions. Services and Resources Available to You:

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10 Ways to Experience Summer Fun
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10 Ways to Experience Summer Fun

Summer is a time of warmth, long days, and endless possibilities for fun…This blog, explores ten ways to make the most of your summer and ensure it's packed with joy and excitement. What are you looking forward to as you enjoy the remaining time summer has to offer?

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Harvesting Your Potential: Thriving Amidst Transitions
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Harvesting Your Potential: Thriving Amidst Transitions

Transitions are an inevitable part of life, presenting both challenges and opportunities. We can utilize strategies to navigate these changes with confidence and emerge stronger. This blog explores how to harvest your potential during transitional periods, ensuring you not only cope but thrive.

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Living in Tune with the Seasons
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Living in Tune with the Seasons

Living in tune with the seasons is about more than just changing your wardrobe. It involves aligning your lifestyle, activities, and mindset with the natural cycles of the year. By embracing the unique qualities of each season, you can enhance your well-being, foster personal growth, and maintain a harmonious balance with nature. Let’s explore ways to live in tune with the seasons.

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Creating and Cultivating Friendships in Middle Age and Retirement
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Creating and Cultivating Friendships in Middle Age and Retirement

As we transition into middle age and retirement, the importance of maintaining and developing strong friendships and relationships becomes increasingly significant. These connections provide emotional support, enhance our well-being, and add joy to our lives. This blog explores strategies for creating and cultivating meaningful relationships during these life stages.

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Wisdom: A Journey Towards Deeper Understanding
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Wisdom: A Journey Towards Deeper Understanding

Wisdom is often considered one of the most valuable qualities a person can possess. It goes beyond knowledge and intelligence, encompassing a profound understanding of life, empathy, and sound judgment. Cultivating wisdom can significantly enhance our lives and the lives of those around us. This blog explores what wisdom is, its benefits, how to cultivate it, the role of experience, and the importance of sharing it with others.

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Creating Your Ideal Physical Home Environment
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Creating Your Ideal Physical Home Environment

Your home is more than just a place to live; it's a reflection of who you are and a sanctuary where you can relax and recharge. Designing, organizing, and maintaining your physical home environment plays a crucial role in your overall well-being and quality of life. From maximizing space to creating a harmonious atmosphere, here's how to transform your house into a haven you'll love coming back to.

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Leverage the PERMA Model to Navigate Change
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Leverage the PERMA Model to Navigate Change

Change is an inevitable part of life, but it can often bring about stress, uncertainty, and anxiety. Whether it's adapting to a new job, moving to a different city, or dealing with unexpected challenges, how we navigate change can greatly impact our well-being. Fortunately, positive psychology offers valuable insights into managing change effectively. The PERMA model focuses on five key elements of well-being: Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment. By incorporating these elements into our lives, we can not only cope with change but also thrive amidst it.

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Embracing Fulfillment and Purpose in Retirement
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Embracing Fulfillment and Purpose in Retirement

Retirement marks a significant transition in life, offering the freedom to pursue passions, hobbies, and dreams that may have been put on hold during the working years. However, to truly get the most out of retirement requires thoughtful planning and intentional living. In this blog, we'll explore strategies for maximizing retirement, empowering individuals to enjoy this chapter of life to the fullest.

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Time for a Transition: How to Prevent or Recover from Burnout
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Time for a Transition: How to Prevent or Recover from Burnout

Burnout, a state of physical and emotional exhaustion resulting from chronic workplace stress, can have a profound impact on one's overall well-being.

Recognizing the signs of burnout is crucial, but equally important is taking proactive steps towards recovery. In this blog, we'll explore what burn-out is, what leads to burn-out, how to prevent it and ideas that might help when you “hit the wall” and are now in the recovery process.

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Setting Boundaries: Nurturing Healthy Relationships & Self-Care
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Setting Boundaries: Nurturing Healthy Relationships & Self-Care

In the intricate dance of human relationships, boundaries serve as essential guides, delineating where we end and others begin. Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries is fundamental to fostering mutual respect, promoting emotional well-being, and preserving our autonomy. In this blog, we'll explore the significance of boundaries in our personal and professional lives and share strategies for setting and enforcing them effectively.

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