Like many families, mine never taught me how to make money, how to save money, or how to budget money. When I first moved out on my own, I went into credit card debt to pay for clothes I couldn’t afford. I lacked the self-discipline to spend responsibly. Paying off that debt came as a …
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Are you the mom who carts her kids to too many extracurricular activities? Maybe you eat in the car on the way to your next thing. You feel like you’re constantly running ragged and behind schedule. Doing too many things you don’t want to do. But can’t seem to see a way out. If this …
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If you’re considering going no contact with a toxic family member, it’s likely you’ve tried everything you can to forge a functional relationship. If you’re the family scapegoat or they’re a narcissist (or both), they’ve used gaslighting to make you believe the problems between you are your fault. They’ve conditioned you to take on the …
Are you highly sensitive? That doesn’t mean you cry easily, or get offended at the drop of a hat. Psychologist Elaine Aron coined the term to describe those who are easily overwhelmed by external stimuli, among other traits. Finding out you’re a highly sensitive person can help you understand yourself better. It will give you …
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I discovered the benefits of decluttering when I moved from a house to a condo in 2013. As a divorced mom, the upkeep of a three-story dwelling had taken its toll on me both physically and financially. I loved the idea of pushing garbage down a chute rather than lugging huge bins to the curb …
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