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- Only Another Mom or Single Mom Understands - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Jessica RectorDo you ever have those days or even though moments where you find yourself saying, "Only another single mom would understand?" Whether it's your baby rolling over for the first time, your child going off to kindergarten, or your teenager dating, there are just some things that only another mom ...
Views: 1295(2 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some Women Ignore Their Intuition? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIt is often said that women are more intuitive than men, and this could be due to a number of reasons. One reason is because they are often more in touch with their feelings. Men on the other hand, are often more logical and out of touch with how they feel. This is simply a generalisation ...
Views: 1946 - Objectification: Why Do Some Women Objectify Their Bodies? - by Submitted on May 24, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperFeeling good is something we all want to experience and there are many ways to achieve this. One way this takes place is through receiving attention from other people; with this attention being positive. It is easy to feel down and unattractive when the attention from others is negative and/or ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - Single Moms, You Know What's Best For You - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Jessica RectorI received a baby gift this weekend from a college friend. He is one in the group of guys I used to hang out with my sophomore year. I remember the days like they were yesterday. He used to knock on my door so we could grab breakfast before walking to class. I even remember what I ordered each ...
Views: 1208 - Does Having Babies Kill Your Career - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2014 from Jessica RectorSo have you heard it? Having babies kills your focus. Hedge fund Billionaire Paul Tudor Jones has reportedly said that having babies kills the focus for women in the trading industry. Macro trading, a male-dominated, highly competitive industry, requires a lot of focus and drive. Tudor Jones ...
Views: 1376 - Single Moms' Limitations - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2014 from Jessica RectorI had plans for today. It's Sunday, so I'm going to take Blaise to the park. He just loves swinging and propping his foot up in the swing to steady himself. That way, he doesn't have to hold on and can gnaw on his hands instead. I also need to get my blogs done for the week. That's five blog ...
Views: 1127 - Let Me Show You How To Develop Your Intuition in 6 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, have you had that experience when all of a sudden you just had this huge hunch that something is about to happen, and to your surprise, that intuition was eventually translated into reality? I have on several occasions. When you feel strongly about something without a logical ...
Views: 1531 - Living Above The Level of Mediocrity - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2014 from Linda WilliamsAre You Settling How often do you find yourself just settling? It’s probably more often than you realize. The dictionary defines it as, “to accept someone or something that is not exactly what you wanted because you don’t think you can have what you want.” Once you adopt that mindset, you ...
Views: 2106 - How To Take Back Control of Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2014 from Linda WilliamsHow To Take Back Control of Your Life Are you the victim of something that has happened in your past? Perhaps control over your life was taken away when you were in a vulnerable position, or you gave that control away by making bad decisions, or by believing that you have to please everyone. ...
Views: 972 - Gender Roles: Can Gender Roles Stop People From Growing? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperFor many years, men were seen as being one way and women as being another way. And as time has passed, these differences are no longer as extreme as they used to be. But while some things have changed, in regards to what men and women are like, there is still work to be done. This is ...
Views: 1788 - What Is Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2014 from SUSAN FOX© 2014 Susan Fox yoursecretwishes@gmail.com in the US and Canada, 24/7 message line (740) 531-0400 Many people say they’d love their life better if only things were different. Have you ever thought that idea yourself? Do you say, “As soon as (something happens) THEN I’ll be happy!” Well, ...
Views: 1502 - Make 2014 a Year of No Excuses - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackExcuses can be sneaky. Sometimes, even when you’re in the process of using one, you know it’s just an excuse. Sometimes, though, you deeply believe them and let them run the show. For example, let’s say you’re planning to exercise. “But I’m so tired tonight,” you say. “I’ll rest up tonight ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Did You Think You Didn't Have a Choice? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackIt can be so easy, in the course of day-to-day life, to get swept along. Sometimes you just go with the flow, almost on automatic pilot. Sometimes those decisions are brilliant. Sometimes – not so much. When you look back at your actions, do you ever find yourself saying, “I had no ...
Views: 1346 - Do the Experts Know Best? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackThe experts seem to have all the answers. Been there, done that, have the postcard and now can tell you everything you need to know to make your dreams come true. You’re a good girl, do what they say – and nothing. Or at least not what they seemed to promise. That weight they said you ...
Views: 1195 - You Feel Tired and Exhausted - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackYou feel tired and exhausted. Sure, you don’t get enough sleep, so that explains some of it, but there’s more. It’s not just physically tired. You feel emotionally drained. You feel stuck. You feel like you’ve tried what you can think of, and you just don’t really feel like trying anymore, ...
Views: 1168 - What Does Being Authentic Really Mean? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackIf you’re an avid or even sometime reader of many of the personal growth and development resources available, you’ve probably come across the word “authenticity”, but what does that really mean? What does it mean to “be authentic”? According to http://www.merriam-webster.com/, authenticity ...
Views: 2844 - It's All About That Next Choice - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Elizabeth SpevackSometimes you know something needs to change, but maybe it’s something big and you’re not even sure where to start, let alone every step you will need to take. Maybe it seems too big and like if you aren’t able to do it “all” then it’s not worth doing anything. Maybe it seems impossible and ...
Views: 1088 - Your Focus Becomes Your Future - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Linda WilliamsWhere Is Your Focus By Linda H. Williams The dictionary defines focus as “a point of concentration.” How many people do you know that dwell on petty nonsense or always seem to have the ability to point out the negative in any situation? Each of us is faced with challenges ...
Views: 1328 - Single Moms Don't Give Up - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorA few weeks ago, I went to a single dad event held by a non-profit organization. Upon leaving, all the single parents were given gifts to take home, some were food items. I was given a large package of hamburger patty meat. As I left, the lady handing the food to me said, "Just stick it in the ...
Views: 1195 - Single Moms, A Day For You - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI spent a day, well most of the day, all to my son and me. I haven't done that since he's been born. I always have work of some kind to do, but today I decided it was B and mama time. YAY! I had given two workshops early in the morning. Since I was going on less than four hours of sleep, I ...
Views: 1159 - Single Moms Asking For Help - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorB and I take our first flight by ourselves. He has traveled about four times but every other time, my mom has been with us. Doing it by ourselves... what a scary concept, but as always, we are up for the challenge. The morning we leave, my mom is rushing me. To her credit, we are leaving ten ...
Views: 1133 - Single Moms Welcome to Motherhood - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorBeing a first time mom changes you. You can't help but have it change you yet you are still the same person. I'm still the same goofy, adventurous, sarcastic, Type A personality person I was before. I still like the same things and talk to the same people. I'm still driven by passion and the ...
Views: 1224 - Single Mom Breastfeeding for Baby - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorBefore the conference today, I had spoken to the founder about my need to pump. So she was kind enough to find a private one-stall bathroom with an outlet for me. Since the other restrooms in this hotel either had multiple stalls or no outlet, this was the only place I could use in ...
Views: 1126(2 votes) - Single Mom Who Has To Do It All - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI left the house yesterday in time for a meeting. I was so proud of myself that I had managed to leave in time, with my son in tow. I reversed out of the driveway and made it as far as the mailbox, when I realized I had a flat tire. Not just a flattening tire. I'm talking a completely ...
Views: 1277 - Single Moms Discover A New Friend - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI had a meeting last week with a new friend. It was only our second meeting, and I already feel like we have known each other forever. From the moment I saw her, we had something... not only is she the cutest thing ever, but we just have this synergy. We sat down and before I knew it, almost two ...
Views: 1395 - 3 Ways To Get Your Baby To Sleep Through The Night - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica Rectorseven months old, that all changed. He went to bed later and woke up two hours earlier. I was NOT a fan! But the biggest problem was he woke up several times throughout the night. When this happens, mama wakes up in the morning COMPLETELY exhausted. This went on for weeks. I felt like I was ...
Views: 1191 - Single Moms and the Little Things - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI have a couple of friends with young kids. When I ask them what they are doing for July 4th, they are either not taking their kids for fireworks or doing it at a distance, because of the possible loud noises. None of which occurs to me. As a first time mom, should I even have considered these? ...
Views: 1013 - Media Consumption Habits for Optimal Biz and Life Outcomes - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2014 from Christina WeberHours away from Superbowl XLVIII, I could feel hubby’s snoozing vibrations. While Gianna joined her friends for basketball practice, our youngest Benjamin tossed the football, and Ian settled in for some screen time with a new video game. I parked myself on the recliner, laptop on my thighs. ...
Views: 1411 - Choosing A Business Name - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2014 from Christina WeberToday I planned to sign our soon-to-be 13-year-old son up for his first email account. With an Xbox user name of “Poison Salmon”, I wanted to give him adequate time to consider the implications of a good email name choice. To make the point, brother, sister, and I joked with Ian on the ...
Views: 989 - Your Mompreneur Advantage: Catholic Work Ethic - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2014 from Christina WeberI admire devout Christians living Godly lives. Without the help of the Catholic Church and the Sacraments I’m not sure I would make the cut. In a non-Catholic Christian church I fear I would be crushed by the varying teaching based on who pastors the church you attend, inconstant ...
Views: 923 - Single Moms Live Your Greatest Life - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorBlaise and I went to a one-year-old's birthday party this weekend. It was spectacular. With a rocket and astronaut theme, the mom is uber-talented and had thought of everything. From the handmade and hand painted solar system that hung from the ceiling to the refueling station (drinks), pop rock ...
Views: 1517 - Creative Weight Loss Ideas - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Theresa MorrisIf you think the way you’ve always thought, you will always get the same result of the thoughts you’ve been thinking. Does that sound like a reasonable statement? Of course it does! But why should you be interested in the thoughts you think when it comes to creative and effective weight loss? ...
Views: 2144(2 votes) - Can A Single Mom Catch A Break? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI spent the night at my dad's house, because my sister lives there and is going to watch B as I attend an all day conference in Austin. I get up about 5 am and lucky me, B gets up at that same time once he hears me stir. He has never woken up at this time, but he refuses to go back to sleep, so ...
Views: 1259 - Single Moms Follow Your Dreams - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI conducted two workshops at the PTA Leadership Summit in Dallas. After my first session, an attendee came up and talked to me. She said she had a dream, she just didn't know what it was. She was entering a new phase in her life, in her early thirties, and just settling in after a divorce, ...
Views: 1414 - Single Moms, How to Get More Time - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorHow important is your time? I know, I know, it's important. You likely don't have enough time in your day, but how are you using the time you have? Are you doing the dishes by hand when you could be running the dishwasher. It may cost you a few more dollars a month, but are those few dollars ...
Views: 1428 - Peace of Mind: Finding More Mental Energy - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2014 from Alyssa JohnsonWith all the responsibilities we have, wanting a little more peace of mind is a given. But sometimes we don’t have time to even eat! Where will we find time to boost our mental energy? Before you go into panic mode and wish for extra hours in a day, let’s take a step back. Making sure your ...
Views: 1184 - Single Moms, What Would You Do With $1,000? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorWhat would $1,000 mean to you? Could it change your life? As a single mom, the decision to attend college may not be easy. You make a list of the pros and cons for going back to school. You really want to go. You know in the long run it will benefit you and your family, but you feel a financial ...
Views: 1334 - Single Moms, Step Outside Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorAre you destined for greatness? Absolutely. So what's holding you back? You're familiar with where you are now. It's comfortable, yet you aren't really where you're supposed to be. You're not doing what you're supposed to be doing. You're not reaching the people who need you most. I'm a HUGE ...
Views: 1207 - How To Get Out Of Your Own Way - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorThe other day, I was at another birthday party for a one-year old. (I didn't realize so many people I know had babies around the time I did.) I start talking with a couple about babies, as the wife is holding my son. I ask if they are ready for one. As the lady says yes, her husband shakes his ...
Views: 1094 - Single Moms Accomplishing Your Goals - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorI'm going to do it! How many times have you told yourself you're going to do something and then a week goes by? Then a month? Maybe even a year and you still haven't done it? It's not that you don't want to do it, but life gets in the way…or so you tell yourself. So, what's stopping you? Do ...
Views: 1418 - Single Mom Finding Love Before 40 - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorWhy are you still single? It's this the question every single person hates. I used to get this question all the time. Now, I get more of the statement that's a question, "You're single?!" What follows immediately is "Why?" I used to say, "If I knew the answer, I wouldn't be single anymore." ...
Views: 1310 - Single Moms Doing It All - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorAs a single mom who does it all, cooks, cleans, owns a successful business, is the only provider for her child, and now dates, I've been asked, "How do you do it?" What a great question. Anyone who acts like they have it all figured out and together is not being honest. Even as someone whose ...
Views: 1190 - How To Find Support For Single Mom - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorWith one and three kids being raised by a single mom, you would think there would be a ton of help out there for single moms. When I became a single mom, I was so frustrated at the lack of information I found to help us, so I created it. Every single mom wants to be supported, encouraged, ...
Views: 1048 - Conquering Single Moms' To Do List - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorOn certain days, you know what today holds…school, work, pick your kids from school, making dinner, doing homework, and then getting to sleep later than you expected. As a single mom on other days you wake up and you pull yourself out of bed, knowing it's going to be that kind of day…a crazy, ...
Views: 1288 - Spiritual Life Practices Allow More Energy - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2014 from Alyssa JohnsonOur spiritual life is often see as a taboo subject in “polite company”, but why? Because we have differing opinions? Because it’s a topic people feel strongly about? Sure. But I take a different approach. I think it’s something that needs to be discussed more. It’s only in sharing this ...
Views: 1163 - Ways to be Happy More Often? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2014 from Alyssa JohnsonEveryday life can drain our physical energy, leaving us fatigued. But emotional energy is rather different. It is more a sense of happiness and hopefulness. This week I want to look at 3 different ways to be happy more often and boost your emotional energy. Emotional energy drains look ...
Views: 1143 - How to Get Over Post-Dramatic Valentine’s Day Suffering Syndrome (PDVSS) - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2014 from Debra PayneSeeking love keeps you from the awareness that you already have it - that you are it. -- Bryon Katie Post-Dramatic Valentine’s Day Suffering Syndrome (PDVSS) is a syndrome that I made up to describe the 25 years of suffering that characterized my life, especially around February the 14th. ...
Views: 1727 - The Corridor Principal - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Donna RiosThe Corridor Principal Did you know that when you launch out on your goal or vision the moment you take your first step in that direction you are thrusting yourself into a corridor. A hallway with many doors, the funny thing is that you won’t see the doors till you get closer to them and only ...
Views: 1616 - Are You Fighting With Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2014 from Linda WilliamsAre You Fighting With Yourself? The Raging Battle Within By Linda H. Williams Do you ever find yourself behaving in a manner that feels completely contradictory to what you want yourself to be? You ask yourself, “why did I do that?” A person that has a scattered ...
Views: 1281 - Take Care of You – Exhausted to Elated! - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2014 from Alyssa JohnsonThis month we’re going to take a good look at the Vibrantly Live principle of self-care. Specifically, I want to focus on something we use constantly, and say we never have enough of – ENERGY! I’m going to be discussing 4 different types this month; your physical, emotional, spiritual and ...
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