Feeling a little off or disconnected? Try creating something. It can be tiny. It can be silly. No matter its size or import, it will still allow you to revisit that part of yourself that you’…
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Different people have different responses to various situations, and experience negative emotions is part of daily life. However, when a certain event triggers a negative response, reflecting on it and how it made you feel can help you process and move forward. This guided reflection will allow you to think about the situation and understand the root cause of your response. Doing this over an extended period of time can help you identify patterns in your emotional responses, and identify ways to manage those triggers. Download to print or fill out on your computer or phone as many times as you need.
Need a time blocking template or planner? Discover an 8-step process to incorporate the time blocking strategy to master your schedule.
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Dry-cured pork loin is one of those fun projects but chances are you don’t have a cellar/basement or a curing chamber and neither do I so please don’t get discouraged and read on. I dry-cure pretty much everything in my closet. Dry-curing isn’t but the simple process of removing moisture from meat by letting it […]
Worm on a string scarf! Comfy, whatever color you choose, and stylish! She's long enough to wrap around your neck a few times to keep you warm or as a statement over the shoulders. A great buy for any worm on a string fan!
This quick version of my Classic French Croissants recipe includes a few short cuts, takes only 7 hours to make (with extended inactive period of times) and still gives billowy, flaky, buttery croissants. In comparison to my 2-Day version or 3-Day version, these croissants are more buttery, with smaller air bubbles inside and a satisfyingly chewy crumb. A great compromise if you don’t have two or three days to create the real deal! Before you start this recipe, make sure you read this post: Classic French Croissants 101, where I am covering all…
Sabbaticals are very loved by the younger generations. Here's what career experts say on whether you actually should take a sabbatical or not.
What exactly does gaslighting look like? Let's break it down, and see how you can improve your emotional alarm system.
The authors of Planting in a Post-Wild World make the case for breaking with horticultural tradition to create sustainable landscapes that are no less beautiful
About A First-Rate Madness The New York Times bestseller “A glistening psychological history, faceted largely by the biographies of eight famous leaders . . .” — The Boston Globe “A provocative thesis . . . Ghaemi’s book deserves high marks for original thinking.” —The Washington Post “Provocative, fascinating.” —Salon.com Historians have long puzzled over the apparent mental instability of great and terrible leaders alike: Napoleon, Lincoln, Churchill, Hitler, and others. In A First-Rate Madness , Nassir Ghaemi, director of the Mood Disorders Program at Tufts Medical Center, offers a myth-shattering exploration of the powerful connections between mental illness and leadership and sets forth a controversial, compelling thesis: The very qualities that mark those with mood disorders also make for the best leaders in times of crisis. From the importance of Lincoln’s “depressive realism” to the lackluster leadership of exceedingly sane men as Neville Chamberlain, A First-Rate Madness overturns many of our most cherished perceptions about greatness and the mind.
Heading to Stockholm for an extended visit? Or maybe biting the bullet and moving? Here are the top things you need to experience in Stockholm!
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Do you have a mountain of student writing to grade? Do you wish you had more time to give students better feedback? This little trick will help.
After-Swimming Ear-drops to Prevent Infections: Here is a simple way to get all of the water out of your ears after swimming! This is not expensive to do and you should have all of the ingredients in your home. This idea came from my doctor and I thought that I should share the idea. I use it eve…
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The ability to focus for extended periods of time is a superpower that will give your students an advantage over their peers. Here's how to strengthen it . . .
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Revered in ancient cultures for 1000's of years, He Shou Wu is a miraculous plant with an incredible spectrum of health and longevity boosting properties.
Learn how to play Tug of War Dice game. It makes a great two player game for family game night and a great group game.
Have you wondered how families travel full time and educate their kids? We worldschool our children....but why? Lifelong learning, socialization, and more!
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Planning a vacation in France's Loire Valley? This is the ultimate guide to taking a one week road trip in the Loire Valley. I give you must know tips for visiting the Loire. If you have extra time in France, I also give you tips for extending your stay in France's Brittany or Normandy regions. The UNESCO-listed Loire Valley is full of aristocratic pomp and architectural grandeur. The Loire is studded with fairytale chateaux that are among France's most famous landmarks and destinations.
When two chefs meet, it seems they always have something to teach each other. Even when Gordon Ramsay stops at a small roadside joint in Malaysia, the local auntie preparing a beef rendang has a trick or two to show him.
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This subject is near to my heart and is something I think about often, which makes it perfect for a blog post! At the beginning of this post I want to make it clear that I’m only sharing why …