tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4478213811504754622024-03-13T06:48:04.973-05:00Joy Miller & Associates : BlogThe Art of Joyful Living : Relationships, depression, anxiety, inspirational, healthy living, marriage and family, ADHD, Stress Managementjoshhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05525610107172613562noreply@blogger.comBlogger290125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-48577383869149605382017-04-11T11:38:00.000-05:002017-04-11T11:38:36.967-05:00Generations express stress <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Does Your Generation Have A Unique Stress Factor?</b></div>
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The American Psychological Association has completed an extensive study on “Stress in America.” The results might be surprising to many readers as it relates to the differences between the generations.<br />
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<b>There are some differences between age brackets and their stress levels. On a 10 point scale here are how the age levels rank related to stress.</b><br />
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<b>Levels of Stress within the Generations:</b><br />
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<li>* 5.4 on a 10 point stress rating is reported by Millennials (age 18-33)</li>
<li>* 5.4 on a rating scale is reported by GenXers (age 34-47)</li>
<li>* 4.7 rating for Baby Boomers (age 48-66)</li>
<li>* 3.7 rate for Mature citizens (age 67 and higher)</li>
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<b>What else do we know about the study related to age brackets?</b><br />
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<li>* Millennials and GenExers report high stress with job stability, work issues and money.</li>
<li>* Matures and Boomers say their issues center around health.</li>
<li>* 52 percent of Millennials report that their daily stress keeps them awake at night.</li>
<li>* 48 percent of GenXers report that their stress levels keep them from sleeping.</li>
<li>* Compare those numbers to Mature citizens reporting only 25 percent of sleep disturbances and 37 percent for Baby Boomers.<b> </b></li>
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<b>What else do we know?</b><br />
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<li> *Only 25 percent of this population say they are coping well. <br />* Millennials and GenExers report they are dealing with stress by overeating, excessive drinking and smoking more than other populations.<br />* This population tends to use shopping for coping and turn less to religion and stress management techniques.<br />So we have learned so far that Americans are stressed, women are doing a poorer job of stress management and our younger population is highly stressed. Next week we will look at regional trends before we talk about stress tips for everyone.</li>
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joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-28482000007033912502017-04-10T15:02:00.000-05:002017-04-11T11:42:00.145-05:00Building relationships that last<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Relationship experts generally agree on two things about lasting & enduring relationships: First, relationships are BUILT not FOUND. Secondly, that lasting relationships are sustained and kindled in many small ways throughout the years.<br />
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<b>We see more and more divorces and separations today in America. What do couples who have sustained long relationships suggest are common keys in their lasting success?</b><br />
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<li>· good communication based in good listening and reflecting skills</li>
<li>· shared interests and hobbies</li>
<li>· mutual respect for each other without needing to change the other person</li>
<li>· ability to give and take—learning the skills of compromise & negiotation</li>
<li>· equality in the relationship which encourages individuality</li>
<li>· playfulness and humor</li>
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<b>How do these partners create this type of enduring love?</b><br />
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<li>accept differences in each other</li>
<li>maintain strength during adversity—work together when times are difficult</li>
<li>provide nurturing, kindness and gentleness</li>
<li>build togetherness</li>
<li>use positives- be a cheerleader for each other</li>
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<b>What are some simple things you can do each day that will take less than 5 minutes to nurture your relationship?</b><br />
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<li>Make time for touching, hugs, and kisses</li>
<li>Bring attention to “us” This means make the relationship the number one priority in your life</li>
<li>Give compliments to your partner. Try to say at least 5 positive things to your partner each day</li>
<li>Express appreciation & gratitude to your partner</li>
<li>Have “meaningful” communication about things that matter. Talk about your dreams, your purpose, and things that are of value to both of you.</li>
<li>Say “I love you” and let your behaviors show it !</li>
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joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-71190878539194814982017-04-10T14:55:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:31:50.092-05:00Boundaries... who needs them?<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U7U6LST2CMg/UieQQOe0WjI/AAAAAAAAAv4/g9qgK3GNOq0/s1600/buddah+copper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U7U6LST2CMg/UieQQOe0WjI/AAAAAAAAAv4/g9qgK3GNOq0/s320/buddah+copper.jpg" width="320" /></a><b>What are boundaries?</b><br />
* Knowing where you start and another person begins.<br />
* Establishing what you are responsible for and what is not yours to address.<br />
* Discovering your autonomy and self esteem without being invaded.<br />
* Finding a healthy way to be yourself without blending and becoming emeshed into another person and their issues.<br />
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<b>Why do people have such a hard time establishing boundaries?</b><br />
* Fear of rejection<br />
* Fear of non-acceptance<br />
* Fear of being alone <br />
* Fear of conflict<br />
* Fear of being abandoned <br />
* Guilt, shame and messages of responsibility <br />
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<b>What are some beginning steps to establishing boundaries with another person?</b><br />
* Know yourself. Ask yourself what is important and know what you value and view as essential.<br />
You can’t set a limit until you know yourself.<br />
* Understand that you do have a “right”. It is okay to establish a boundary and let someone know<br />
when they are stepping over your comfort level.<br />
* Saying “no” is acceptable. Boundaries include the freedom to say you are not willing or do not<br />
desire to do something. It is important to acknowledge your feelings and set limits...as long as it is<br />
not done aggressively or with malice.<br />
* Discuss a boundary by being positive and empathetic. Assume that the other person isn’t trying to<br />
harm you and focus on a clear message of your limitations.<br />
* Don’t over-explain. Be direct and short in your explanation. When you open yourself to long<br />
explanations you open yourself up to lengthy responses and opportunities for loopholes and<br />
exceptions.<br />
* Establish boundaries with grace. Boundaries should be discussed when calm, when you have had<br />
time to contemplate, and done without a motivation of punishment and retribution.<br />
* Realize that you are caring for yourself. Establishing boundaries is a means of maintaining your<br />
safety and personal responsibility. Remember that being a doormat is not caring for yourself, and<br />
those types of relationships foster a long term relationship of resentment, anger, and pain.joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-57771012064355575412017-04-09T18:04:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:48:17.805-05:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Doodling: everyone does it, but do you know what it means?</span></b></div>
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We will look at these little pictures we draw and learn something about our inner psyche that comes out during our absent-minded drawings.<br />
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<b>Here are some of the common meanings placement on the page</b><br />
* Top: You are confident and looking in control<br />
* Middle: You are an extrovert and like being the center of attention<br />
* Right: You look forward and it also may mean you might be wanting to run from something<br />
* Left: You may be one who looks at the past and dwells on it.<br />
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<b>Deeper look into common doodles:</b><br />
* Birds: Indicate freedom and desire or the yearning to travel.<br />
* Cats: Indicate envy or jealousy<br />
* Dogs: Loyalty and companionship<br />
* Clouds: Good blessings may be revealed and dark clouds indicates depression or deception<br />
* Eyes: Intuitive, able to see things in a different light<br />
* Flowers: Happiness, relationship harmony<br />
* Chains: You feel restricted<br />
* Numbers: Events to come<br />
* Squares: Security and possibility of financial decisions in your future<br />
* Rectangles: You are ambitious and successful<br />
* Triangles: You are bright minded and resolve questions quickly<br />
* Swirls: You have intuitive abilities<br />
* Dots: Financial security<br />
* Arrows: Anger or resentment<br />
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So the next time you doodle, perhaps it will be a clue to what is really going on in your hidden psyche.joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com95tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-52354569540545236432017-04-07T15:02:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:57:28.848-05:00<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b>- Have you seen people post rude and sometimes shocking comments on social media?</b></div>
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There are many reasons for this new powerful secret weapon, so let's look at some tips for managing your posts.</div>
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* Research shows that anonymity is powerful. People feel like they can hide behind a screen name and be safe to say anything</div>
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* People know they can be less than anonymous on places like Facebook, but they feel protected by arbitrary rules they think protect them (like privacy walls, close friends, limited profile view, etc)</div>
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* Columbia University and the University of Pennsylvania believe that Facebook lowers our self-control because we believe we are just talking to our "friends"</div>
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* People are less inhibited because they don't see the reaction of people face to face.</div>
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How does something like Facebook make people feel invincible?</div>
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* People develop a false self or image of themselves on Facebook - and are encouraged by "likes". These likes make them feel empowered and boosts their self esteem</div>
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* With an inflated ego, people tend to have lower self control and believe they have the right to say whatever they want; it is an entitlement (especially if it is rewarded with more likes)</div>
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* If you want to protect that view of yourself, you lash out at others who don't hold you in the regard you hold yourself.</div>
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* Some people say they feel so invincible that they even write provocative things to get more readers and discussion on their site.</div>
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<b>What are some tips for people who are posting on Facebook, Twitter or other social networks?</b></div>
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* Remember that nothing is private: You may think there are protections, but there are ways to get to many items without much trouble</div>
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* Think before you write. Always allow yourself time to read and re-read things you write. Ask yourself… would I say this to my friend in person?</div>
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* Don't write or post everything. Remember, your posts might be seen by your present employer, your potential employer, your school, your family and your partner</div>
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* Contemplate getting "likes" in person. There is nothing better and more rewarding than REAL contact with a person. It takes a million likes to equal a couple of real hugs.</div>
joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-64941224705434559812017-04-04T14:54:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:34:02.567-05:00Advice... <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>What do we know about advice in general?</b><br />
• Giving advice when not solicited can be tricky and a hot spot.<br />
• Being the receiver of advice that is unsolicited can make us defensive and it feels invasive and<br />
annoying.<br />
• Offering advice without solicitation can feel like wasted energy and feel like the receiver is<br />
ungrateful for your caring and suggestions.<br />
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<b>So what do we know about advice as it relates to gender?</b><br />
• It is more important that the person asking for advice is receptive than the person giving the advice.<br />
• Men have difficulty when they ask from advice from their spouse and they get little back because<br />
men typically look to their wives for a source of encouragement, while women rely on friends and<br />
other loved ones.<br />
• When wives offer guidance (vs just listening) men tend to feel nagged or reprimanded.<br />
• When wives ask for advice they tend to get fix-it suggestions and less compassion and empathy.<br />
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<b>What if you don't want advice, how should we respond?</b><br />
• Respond with thank you. Acknowledge the act, but respond by saying,"I'm not looking for advice at<br />
this time."<br />
• Explain what might be helpful to you at this time. Do you need a hug? Some chicken soup?<br />
Brainstorming?<br />
<b><br />What are some tips to giving advice?</b><br />
• Wanted: Make sure your spouse really wants advice and help. Start a conversation with something <br />
like "Would you like some ideas on that?"<br />
• Listen: Good advice can come from listening and not speaking. Sometimes someone just wants you<br />
to be there, be supportive, hold you, or be reassuring vs. solution.<br />
• Examples: Sometimes telling a story of when you had a similar situation helps the receiver see<br />
things in a different light. Stories tend to take away the criticism and the feel of being threatened.<br />
• Tone: Remember that advice is always heard much better when it comes from someone who is<br />
calm, looking into your eyes, and their tone is low and from a loving perspective. The way in which <br />
you offer advice can be more important than your words.joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-5904230688340905452017-04-04T06:48:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:36:57.019-05:00<br />
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->University of Rochester study showed that people
who regularly show acts of kindness have<br />
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happiness<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Do something special, even when you are
not getting along, and perhaps changing the focus will<br />
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They are well-known introverts.<br />
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There are introverts and there are extroverts, but it seems that introverts have gotten a bad rap throughout the years.</div>
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First of all, what is the difference between extroverts and introverts?<br />
* Generally, it is explained that extroverts get their energy from relationships and that they invest energy in others and receive that energy from others<br />
* Extroverts are the ones who love to mingle, chit-chat, and love to socialize. These activities charge their inner batteries.<br />
* Introverts typically are seen as those who gain their energy and power from looking within and gathering energy.<br />
* Introverts love solitary activities such as reading, writing or daydreaming</div>
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<b>Is shyness the same as introversion?</b><br />
* Shyness refers to a type of social anxiety or discomfort you feel internally around people<br />
* Introversion relates to a type of recharging of your own personal power.</div>
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* Introverts are introspective and generally have a good understanding of their actions and its consequences<br />
* Introverts can be self-nurturing because they know how to go inside themselves and charge their own batteries<br />
* Introverts can typically work for long periods of time with sustained performance and have good focusing abilities<br />
* Introverts can have deep conversations and enjoy in-depth discussions that are meaningful and fulfilling (vs. small talk)<br />
* Introverts have an amazing ability to concentrate, be creative, see things outside the box, observe things that others miss and have rich imaginations.</div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hQNW63_GsHE/UJbKVIF5jYI/AAAAAAAAAsU/476hsnnnqJA/s1600/pancakes++and+sausage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hQNW63_GsHE/UJbKVIF5jYI/AAAAAAAAAsU/476hsnnnqJA/s1600/pancakes++and+sausage.jpg" /></a><b>Here's what we know about being overweight:</b></div>
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* Brain center that controls emotions and stress also governs our appetite</div>
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* Early life experiences set the stage for later overeating<br />
* Those who easily experience negative feelings are likely to be overweight<br />
* Impulsive people on the high end of the spectrum tend to be 24 pounds heavier than those who are low on impulsivity<br />
* Those who are not agreeable tend to gain more weight<br />
* Those who have poor emotional relationships with their mothers at a young age are two times more prone to being obese at age 15.</div>
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<b>Are there some personality types that are more prone to being overweight?</b></div>
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<b style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Night owls</b>: Tend to be sleep deprived and that drives down the hormones that monitor fullness. It fuels our appetite and changes our ability to process sugar. Night owls tend to miss breakfast and sets up night time eating</div>
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<b style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Stress lovers:</b> These people thrive on deadlines and pressure. It gives them a rise in their adrenaline and cortisol and it feels like a high. This pressure cooker tends to stimulate the brain and boosts carbohydrate cravings and tends to churn excess insulin that accumulates fat, especially belly fat</div>
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<b style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">The co-dependent:</b> This person puts everyone ahead of themselves and their own needs. They feel emotional depleted and tend to use food as a means of nurturing. Food works because it is close, it's available, and it's comforting. </div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">The Perfectionist:</strong> Those who need to have everything in the right place tend to use food to relieve the pressure. They set themselves up for failure with unrealistic expectations and impossible weight goals.</div>
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<u>If we find ourselves in any of the 4 above scenerios, are there any suggestions?</u></div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Night owl fixers:</strong> Try to regulate your sleep pattern to a normal time. Stay away from stimulants, bright lights at night, and keep electronics at a minimum in the evening hours. A calming effect will lower your need for food comfort</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Stress Junkies fixer:</strong> Exercise and do things to pamper yourself that are not food related. You'll find that once you lower your stress level, your food cravings will moderate</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Co-dependent fixers</strong><u style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">:</u> Set reasonable limits on your time, your energy and your desire to say "yes." You will discover when you take care of yourself and find a balance in your life, you will tend to decrease your desire for food</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">The perfectionist fixer</strong><u style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">:</u> Set realistic goals and strive for progress vs. perfection. Remember that have a few flaws makes you human and more accessible and real. When you are a little easier on yourself you'll find the pounds tend to melt away.</div>
joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-64144708512374537352017-04-03T15:00:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:34:16.609-05:00The pursuit of happiness<b><br /></b>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Who are the happiest people in the world? </span></b><br />
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<b><br /></b>
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L5t2LSfoA6o/UieRQ-fs-iI/AAAAAAAAAwE/LJ23yro113w/s1600/happy+sand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L5t2LSfoA6o/UieRQ-fs-iI/AAAAAAAAAwE/LJ23yro113w/s320/happy+sand.jpg" width="320" /></a>• The happiest people live in Iceland, #2 New<br />
Zealand, #3 Denmark.<br />
• U.S. ranks 23rd<br />
• Americans have lots of “toys” and things, but<br />
they don’t know how to enjoy what they have<br />
and keep looking for more<br />
• Happiness has a lot to do with taking a risk,<br />
searching and achieving<br />
• People who make more money in the U.S.<br />
tend to be happier and have great well-being<br />
despite past statistics that have told us<br />
differently<br />
• People are happier when they can purchase<br />
non-necessities and Americans spend more on cars,,<br />
eating out and sports.<br />
<br />
<b>What do we know about Americans and happiness in the last ten years.</b><br />
• 15 percent were pessimists in 2004 and in 2013 only 4 percent. <br />
• 79 percent said they were optimists in 2004 and 50 percent currently<br />
• 35 percent of people save working towards a goal makes them happy, but 59 percent of<br />
Americans say achieving a goal makes them happier<br />
• 41percent of people say they are as happy as expected and 28 percent say they are happier than<br />
expected and 27 percent say they are unhappy<br />
<b><br />What are some simple truths about the pursuit of happiness?</b><br />
• Remember: People who have good memories and reminisce are happiest. <br />
• Couples: Married people tend to be happier than singles<br />
• Furry Friends: Happier people tend to have pets to provide comfort, companionship and love.<br />
• Exercise: Those who take a daily walk or jog, tend to be happier than those who are sedentary.<br />
• Spirituality: Studies show that those who have a spiritual connection are happier than those who<br />
don’t.<br />
• Kids: Adolescents' happiness rises when they have hobbies, are in team sports and have active<br />
lives with friends. joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-82931777799025251922017-04-03T09:24:00.000-05:002017-04-11T11:38:55.042-05:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="color: purple;">Are you inner voices constantly chattering?</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">Do
you feel like your accomplishments are never quite “good enough?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do you put off projects or assignments
because you fear they are not “perfect”?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Do you believe that you must give 110% to each and every project for
fear that you will be seen as a failure?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>If any of these hold true, you may be a person who is classified as a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">perfectionist.<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">Perfectionists
create self-defeating thoughts and behaviors aimed at achieving unrealistic and
excessively high goals.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Ultimately this
pattern creates poor self-esteem and a feeling of failure because the
individual believes they are incapable of achieving anything “worthy” or
“enough.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">Perfectionism<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u> </u></b>robs us of personal
satisfaction and feeling positive about our accomplishments and our future
success.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Many perfectionists feel
intense anxiety about finishing projects due to the fear of people’s criticism,
fear of their disapproval, and thoughts of disappointing people who we view as
important.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">What can you do if you
discover you are a perfectionist?</span></u></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">1.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Set realistic expectations in a reasonable
time frame<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">2.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Set small goals to assure success<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">3.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Focus on the process <u>not</u> the end point
(the journey not the destination!)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">4.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Focus on successes and acknowledge the
positive actions you take<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Can A Drawing Tell You Something About Your Personality?</span></b></div>
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Everyone loves tests and quizzes and many times, the responses do tell us a little about our personality. Remember, this is just a fun little test and it's results are not guaranteed, except to bring a smile to your face.<br />
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<b>Here's what I'd like everyone to do: draw a cruise ship on a piece of paper.</b></div>
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<u>Let's first look at the location on the paper.</u><br />
1. If the ship is drawn near the top of the page, you are an Optimist. You say things like, "There is no sense in crying over spilt milk."</div>
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2. If the ship is drawn near the middle of the page, you are a Realist. You see things as they are without illusion or delusion<br />
3. If the ship is drawn near the bottom of the page, you are a Naysayer. You tend to be a pessimist and see things in a negative viewpoint.</div>
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<u>Now, let's look at the details you put in your drawing.</u><br />
1. If your ship is drawn with few details you are a Risk taker. You can be carefree and freewheeling. Sometimes this gets you into trouble.<br />
2. If you used many details in your drawing you are an Inspector. You prefer to look at ideas carefully and thoroughly before they gain your approval.</div>
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<u>Thirdly, let's look at the direction your ship is facing.</u><br />
1. If your ship is facing right, you are a Wordsmith. You enjoy transmitting your ideas through words verbally or in writing.<br />
2. If your ship is head on, you are a Gatekeeper. You like standing guard and keeping an eye on people who are coming and going.<br />
3. If the ship is facing left, you are a Worldly Person. Your interests are in buying and selling or science. You have very little interest in working with words.</div>
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<u>If your ship has smoke stacks...</u><br />
1. If you drew your ship without a smokestack you are a Hipster. You have a knack for knowing where the action is. You can be creative and innovative.<br />
2. If your ship has a smokestack, you are an Artist. You excel or enjoy the fine arts.</div>
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And the size indicates how good of a listener you are !!!</div>
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There was a recent study that looked at American's view of their individual priorities & one that was quite shocking to many people.</div>
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A few weeks ago, a survey showed that 20 percent of American's surveyed would skip work, vacations and a wedding of a close friend to see their football team's championship game</div>
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Football fans around the time of Super Bowl reported that they would be willing to miss a funeral of a loved one or the birth of their own child to see a championship game<br />
Those results are quite surprising, but what else do we know about Americans and their use of time?</div>
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Here is what we found<br />
* 40 percent of Americans are in front of their televisions at 9pm and<br />
* Men watch television more hours a week than women<br />
* 80 percent of women are working outside the household and still doing childcare and household chores<br />
* At 2 p.m., 1 out of 15 Americans 65 and older are asleep. * Older Americans spend more time sleeping and<br />
eating than other age ranges<br />
* Sleeping, working and watching TV takes up 2/3 of our day</div>
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So what does this tell from a mental health perspective?</div>
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* Priorities: American's may say that they value time with their family and friends, but survey's indicate that those<br />
choices may not be the ones they are making in a daily way<br />
* Value: American's may value important life events, which create lasting memories, but when faced with<br />
important life decisions, many American's will choose to de-value these events.<br />
* Time- constraints: American's are limited in their time for leisure, friendships and self-empowering activities.<br />
* Anxiety & depression: American's are not making time for themselves and for decompressing doing<br />
activities that help them relax or enhance their lives. Without these activities we are prone to enduring levels of<br />
anxiety and low grade depression</div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Putting in your <u>hands</u> in your pockets, or
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uncomfortable<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>What are the secret body language of
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Watching for <u>dilated eyes</u> ( when people
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b> Asking For What I Need</b></span></div>
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<b><u>Requests. Many people have them, but how many people are comfortable asking for what they want? </u></b></div>
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It's not easy to ask, but some people are very good at making requests and so people make it sound more of a demand than a request.</div>
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<b>First off, we need to look at what are some of the common things that keep us from asking for what we want.</b></div>
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* Fear: Many people don't ask for what they need or what because it makes them feel vulnerable, exposed, and risk being rejected. Many people say they feel insecure, inadequate and feel a loss of control when they make a request.<br />
* Old patterns: Many people feel uncomfortable asking for their needs because they have been told it is not okay to ask, or perhaps they were told that they were undeserving, or for many they believe there will be negative effects of asking for needs. Some people feel they can't ask for their needs because it is demanding something that they don't deserve.<br />
* Unclear desires: Many people have difficulty asking for what they need because they are unclear on the specifics of what they really want. When you make vague requests people are uncertain what you really want or need.<br />
* Destructive thoughts: Many people don't ask for their needs because they create destructive thought patterns in their heads that limit their ability to ask. Some it is self-centered to ask for your needs, or that people should know what you want without asking. Others assume that someone would say "no" so why even ask, while others don't want to feel needy or appear weak.</div>
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<b>Some people may confuse demands with requests. The difference between demands and requests:</b></div>
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Request: There is an understanding that with a request a person has a right to choose to say "Yes" or "No".<br />
· With a request there is the understanding that there is no fear, shame or guilt involved no matter what the answer</div>
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Demand: A demand implies there is a threat or that something negative will happen in some form of retribution.<br />
· In fact the key word is FREE… a request is where someone feels free to ask no matter what the answer vs. demand that holds no freedom on ransom.</div>
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<b>So what are the elements of an effective request?</b></div>
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* Know what you want before you ask.<br />
* Make sure your want is consistent with what you really say. For instance. If you want someone to help you with a task be certain you know what you want from them and what you need<br />
* Be specific. If you want help with a task, be sure you are specific about the specifics about the task. Break it down and tell them exactly what you'd like and when you would like help.<br />
* Remember if it is a request, the person may say no and it is important that you have a back up plan or strategy.<br />
* You have a right to make a request. Remember that if you receive a NO… the message is about the sender and not about you.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Are you inspirational?</span></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></b> </span></div>
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Have you created change in someone else?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can inspire
others to be the best they can be, and ways to inspire yourself to dream the
dreams and make them all come true.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>What
is a inspirologist?<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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<o:p> One who encourages and empowers themselves and others to make change</o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>What
are some things we can do to inspire ourself?<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "symbol"; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Dream
big:</u></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once you allow yourself to
dream, and actually see what you desire, you are half way through an
inspiration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Realize that any step you
make towards your dream inspires you to move forward<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Express
yourself.</u></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Without opening up and
sharing your thoughts, insights, and feelings, you are limiting your ability to
inspire.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Be expressive and passionate
and you will find that you will find the inner energy to be inspiring<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Be
positive.</u></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Inspirational people
attack challenges with the belief that they can work through past limitations,
challenges and have an optimism that they will be able to achieve their dreams<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>How can
we be inspirational to others?<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Learn
to see others assets.</u></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Witness
others gifts and be their cheerleader to help them achieve, succeed and
prosper.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Encourage and promote their
strengths to help them find their inner power<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Be a
collaborator</u></b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Inspirational
people help others connect.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Inspirational people do not control and command—the empower others to
become leaders and find their inner strength<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Inspirologists
live in trust.</u></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Those who inspire
believe in others and do not live in fear—they encourage others to take risks,
to innovate, and to create change<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Be on
the offense.</u></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Inspirologists know
how to help people vs. being on the defensive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>They help others find their way through encouragement and
experimentation and refuse to use criticism, sarcasm, or do harm to others.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Today—take a moment and consider being an inspirologist in your life and
to all you encounter<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Statistics Show That Gaming Can Be Good For You?</b></span></div>
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We have heard people say that playing video or electronic games is a waste of time, but can gaming be good for you? New research has put a positive look on the gaming industry.<br />
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<b>Gaming:</b><br />
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<li>- Boosts our creativity. Statistics showed that girls who played electronic games scored higher scores on the Torrance test of creativity.</li>
<li>- Boosts motor skills. Research showed that that neurosurgeons who played video games for at least 3 hours a week made 37 percent fewer errors in advanced surgical skill over non-gamers</li>
<li>-Increases speed thinking. Skilled players of the strategic game called Starcraft actually could make moves up to four times faster than most players</li>
<li>-Enhances decision making. Video players who played fast action games were 25 percent faster at making a correct decision than those who played slower paced games with the same accuracy</li>
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<b>Studies also show: </b><br />
-Women who do gaming increase their abilities to manipulate 3D objects<br />
-Those who game can choices and act on them 4 times faster than those who do not game<br />
-Gamers have been shown to be able to pay attention to six things at once without being confused while non-gamers can only do 4 things at once<br />
<b><br />When does gaming go over the line?</b><br />
-When it becomes an addiction and you can't break away from gaming devises<br />
-When gaming gets in the way of relationships and when gaming becomes more important than work, friends or partners<br />
If you or someone you know appears to need assistance with compulsive or addictive gaming, check with a certified and licensed addiction counselor to an evaluation and skills to bring gaming into healthy boundaries.joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-40960581692302044232017-04-01T12:17:00.000-05:002017-04-11T13:02:54.064-05:00Are you a cat or a dog?<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SaDXjJ_0lFQ/T2YY7Pv4LgI/AAAAAAAAArM/L60Jy8U54hQ/s1600/dogscorgi.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span style="font-size: large;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5721287782739488258" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SaDXjJ_0lFQ/T2YY7Pv4LgI/AAAAAAAAArM/L60Jy8U54hQ/s400/dogscorgi.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; float: left; height: 300px; margin: 0 10px 10px 0; width: 400px;" /></span></a><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Are you a dog or a cat?</span></b></div>
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Last year we looked at a study which was done at the University of Texas identifying if people are cat people or dog people. Our segment looked at some of the characteristics of why people choose their favorite pet. Our segment was one of the highest viewed online and tonight we will look at some other ways to define a cat person and a dog person.<u></u><u></u></div>
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<b>The basic characteristics of dog vs. cat people</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Cat people are seen as more neurotic, creative, philosophical and non-traditional</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Our relationship with dogs throughout history has been different than it has with cats. Cats are seen as more solitary creatures (as are their owners) and Dogs are seen as more pack like and social</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Dog owners tend to be those who also would have a cat as well, but cat owners are more likely to only live with a cat (once again showing the socialization style and friendly nature of dog owners</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Cat people tend to live alone and twice as likely to live in an apartment. In contrast, dog people tend to have children and live in a house. Single women are the most likely to have a cat, and grew up in a house having a cat. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Cat people score low in dominance personality which relates to those who are forceful, assertive, and self-confident. Dog people score high in dominance. Cat people however are trusting, straight-forward and get along people</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Flexibility is important. You may never choose to have a different pet, but just like with people around you…. Look for their positives and see their strengths.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Be grateful. Remember what pets offer to us—unconditional love, acceptance and friendship. But, don’t forget that those around us can give us some of the same offerings.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Health and well-being. Statistics show that those who have pets tend to live longer, take better care of their physical and mental health and have less medical conditions. So consider the benefits and perhaps you’ll be hugging your pet and thanking them for what they give you, or going out and purchasing a pet in 2017.</div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Color Psychology. What Does It Say About You?</span></b></div>
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color really affect our physiological and psychological well-being? Let’s have
a little fun as we will look at color, and how it relates to our moods, our
choices, and the message color sends to others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">We know that color can:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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negative message<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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drawing our attention to objects<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a patient in the hospital<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Personality Choice Related to Your Favorite Color<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: red; font-size: 14.0pt;">RED</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">, <span style="color: #3366ff;">BLUE</span>, <span style="color: green;">GREEN</span>,
BLACK, <span style="color: #ec8d8b;">PINK<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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says you are intense, competitive, daring and passionate<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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high sense of responsibility. You might be a perfectionist in nature<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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You see yourself as worldly, or sophisticated, or conventional. You are clever,
strong & have a good head when it comes to making decisions. Prestige is
important to you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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2004 Dupont Automotive Color Popularity report of owner’s personality related
to car color choices. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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calm faithful, quiet<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">MEN need 6.2 hours of sleep</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> while </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">WOMEN report they need 6.8</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> hours to do their best.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">MEN tend to have </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">more sleep apnea,</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> while WOMEN tend to have more </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">insomnia</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">MEN tend to stay up later</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> and </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">WOMEN tend to get up earlier</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> and are morning people</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">WOMEN tend to get more of a</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">deeper sleep</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> than </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">men and wake up fewer times</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> during the night</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">WOMEN tend to be less effected by loss of sleep</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> when it comes to mental exams vs. men</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">WOMEN fall asleep in 9.3 minutes</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> and </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">MEN typically take 23.2</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> minutes to fall asleep </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Go right to bed when you are tired.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> Don’t sit and work at the computer or watch TV for another hour . It doesn’t matter if it’s still light out, or if it is 2 hours early… when your body says sleep, it’s time.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<b> Fears: </b></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Many people don’t ask for what they need or what because it makes them feel vulnerable, exposed, and risk being rejected.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Many people say they feel insecure, inadequate and feel a loss of control when they make a request.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Old patterns:</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Many people feel uncomfortable asking for their needs because they have been told it is not okay to ask, or perhaps they were told that they were undeserving, or for many they believe there will be negative effects of asking for needs.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Some people feel they can’t ask for their needs because it is demanding something that they don’t deserve.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Unclear desires:</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Many people have difficulty asking for what they need because they are unclear on the specifics of what they really want.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">When you make vague requests people are uncertain what you really want or need.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Destructive thoughts:</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Many people don’t ask for their needs because they create destructive thought patterns in their heads that limit their ability to ask.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Some it is self-centered to ask for your needs, or that people should know what you want without asking.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Others assume that someone would say “no” so why even ask, while others don’t want to feel needy or appear weak.</span><br /><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">You mentioned some people confuse demands with requests.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What is the difference between demands and requests?</b><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Request:</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> There is an understanding that with a request a person has a right to choose to say “Yes”</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">or</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">“No”.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">With a request there is the understanding that there is no fear, shame or guilt involved no matter what the answer</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Demand:</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">A demand implies there is a threat or that something negative will happen in some form of retribution.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">In fact the key word is </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">FREE</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">… a request is where someone feels free to ask no matter what the answer vs. demand that holds no freedom on ransom.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; line-height: normal;">Know what </span><span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;">t y</span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">ou want before you ask.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Make sure your want is consistent with what you really say.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">For instance.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">If you want someone to help you with a </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">task be certain you know what you want from them and what you need</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Be specific.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">If you want help with a task, be sure you are specific about the specifics about the task.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Break it down and tell them exactly what you’d like and when you would like help.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Remember if it is a request, the </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">person may say no</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> and it is important that you have a back up plan or strategy</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">You have a </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">right to make a request</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">.</span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Remember that if you receive a NO… the message is about the sender and not about you.</span></div>
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joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-56805582783388184312017-03-12T03:05:00.000-05:002017-04-11T13:01:34.432-05:00Kokology- Clear Blue Skies<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ukts7BmNl08/T2rQC0iJKBI/AAAAAAAAArY/T5A-hZKDOU8/s1600/images.jpeg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5722615023407802386" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ukts7BmNl08/T2rQC0iJKBI/AAAAAAAAArY/T5A-hZKDOU8/s400/images.jpeg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; float: left; height: 183px; margin: 0 10px 10px 0; width: 275px;" /></a><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Kokology</span><br />
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Here's another example of Kokology, a Japanese projective test that tells you a little about some of your hidden gifts.<br />
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This one is called "Clear Blue Skies."<br />
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Imagine a clear blue sky tonight, without a cloud to be found. Imagine what is below your clear blue sky and pick the landscape that is the most calming and relaxing for you.<br />
* A snowy expanse<br />
* A blue seascape<br />
* A green mountain<br />
* A field of yellow flowers<br />
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Which one did you chose?<br />
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* A snowy expanse: You have a special sensitivity that lets you see complex situations in a glance and determine the root of the concerns. You have what it takes to be a great decision-maker and you are a visionary. Trust your intuition and that will guide you well<br />
* A blue seascape: You have a natural talent for relationships and people respect your ability to communicate as you bring people together. You help others work together smoothly and you are an invaluable part of a team. When you compliment people it means the world to them<br />
* A green mountain: Your gift is expressive communication. You always seem to be able to understand how people feel and you can help them articulate how they feel. You always seem to be able to help others find their way.<br />
* A field of yellow flowers: You are a storehouse of knowledge and creativity and you are always bursting with ideas. You never stop working on your dreams and there is nothing you can't achieve.<br />
So did these fit for you? Remember, there is something wonderful in each of you, if you will just look inside and see what's inside.joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com39tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-73599040544019684692017-03-05T12:12:00.000-05:002017-04-11T13:04:35.929-05:00De-Stress Your Life<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FLFnRrWGphg/T2YXqN6WSFI/AAAAAAAAArA/eHDJKT_EJLM/s1600/MeditationB.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5721286390677129298" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FLFnRrWGphg/T2YXqN6WSFI/AAAAAAAAArA/eHDJKT_EJLM/s400/MeditationB.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; float: left; height: 253px; margin: 0 10px 10px 0; width: 400px;" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Stress – eustress is actually something that can be a motivator. It can get us moving and push us to peak performance.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">People who experience “good” stress have increased blood flow and our muscles and limbs meet the challenge.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The perfect example of “good” stress on a body is aerobic exercise.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">“Good” stress tends to push us to meet mental challenges, be creative and can create opportunities for us to exceed our normal functioning at rest.</span><br /><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">What does bad stress do to us?</span></b><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Physical:</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It constricts our blood vessels, it raises our blood pressure and we tend to feel dizzy</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Reactions:</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"> Many people have lapses in judgement, make poor choices, raise their voices & feel angry, feel cold in their extremities as blood flows to other parts of their body</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Mental: </span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Creates heightened anxiety that tends to create ruminating thoughts, thoughts of horror & fear, and the inability to concentrate.</span><!--[if !supportLists]--></div>
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<span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">In a 2011 study 62% of people reported that changing their thoughts made a difference.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The key was changing thoughts and focusing on the positive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Self-talk and reframing the situation into a “can-do” statement is powerful</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Evaluating the situation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">56% of those who were aware and acknowledged their stressor found that it reduced the stress level.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When we ignore symptoms our body builds up the stressors and it can be destructive to our physical and mental health</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Knowing your weaknesses.</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>52% of the study noted that just knowing what stressed them out was helpful to avoid concerns.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Recharge:</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>38% of the respondents said that focusing on recharging was helpful to lowering stress.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Recharging included doing things such as exercise, relaxing, or doing something fun.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: 'times new roman'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Therapy can teach you Proven techniques:</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Techniques such as meditation, deep breathing exercises and learning techniques of biofeedback have proven to be exceptional methods for lowering stress.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These techniques can be learned in therapy and become useful ways to lower stress whenever and wherever it is experienced.</span><!--[if !supportLists]--></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">Expedia.com has some shocking
news for us… American’s are vacation deprived. Tonight we will look at some
recent studies and investigate some statistics that are important as we move
into 2017. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">Tell us a little about the differences in vacation
patterns of American’s versus other nations<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14.0pt;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">Asian workers take the <b>least vacation days.</b> The
Japanese are granted 13 days off, but typically take only 5 days off a
year. South Koreans take only 7 of their
10 vacation days<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="font-family: "courier new"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">o<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt;">
</span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">In 2011 Americans
had an average of 14 days vacation and took only 12 days off </span><br />
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</span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">In 2012 Americans
had an average of 12 days off and only took 10 days off</span></div>
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days available to them in addition to state and national holidays<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">How does this relate to hours worked each week?<u><o:p></o:p></u></span></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">·<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Americans work 40 hours a week</span></li>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">What are suggestions for vacation deprived?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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renew.</span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"> If you don’t feel you can take all of your
vacation days, make sure that the days you take are true vacation days<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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friends, family and relaxation and leave your ipad, iphones and computers in
the hotel room.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--EndFragment-->joymillerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16067397180795635765noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-447821381150475462.post-66236540469356297882017-01-01T23:00:00.000-05:002017-04-11T12:47:28.256-05:00New Year's Resolutions<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">- Resolutions: do you make one? Should you?</span><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></div>
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It's time for those New Year's Resolutions, to look back and create a new beginning for 2017.</div>
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About.com names the ten most common resolutions, which are:</div>
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1. Spending more time with family and friends- 50 percent of Americans pick this resolution<br />
2. Fitness- Health and wellness is a commonly defined goal for most Americans<br />
3. Shed pounds- 66 percent of American's are considered overweight and this is one of American's most suggested resolution<br />
4. Quit smoking- quit drinking. A common resolution to give up something that is bad for our health and well-being<br />
5. Enjoy more of life. Whether it's creating a list of blessings, being grateful, or just creating a list of important values, this is the time that most of us look at what is important in our life.</div>
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But keeping our resolutions is difficult for many of us. Here are some tips for creating successful resolutions for 2017:</div>
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1. Focus on intentions. We are more successful when we look at an intention such as losing weight, or becoming fitter. We limit our success when we put limits, demands and musts into the equations, such as "I must lose 50 pounds, I must save $5000, or I must find a new job." Musts create expectations that can lead to failures.</div>
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2. Set goals that are consistent with your values. For instance, if you decide that you want to enjoy more of life it would be inconsistent to take on five new massive projects at work. Those goals and values are not consistent. If you decide you want to change something, make sure that you get out of your own way so you can accomplish your desires.</div>
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3. Dream big and hope for movement. Dreamers are optimists who move toward goals. The key to success is to see the possibilities and to acknowledge all the steps you make towards your dreams in 2013.</div>
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4. Forget deprivation. Depriving yourself of anything creates more desire to move toward that item. Restrictions and punishment are not successful means for creating change and resolution. Instead of looking at restrictive diets or budgets, find ways to set goals that are realistic and attainable.</div>
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The most important key to successful resolutions is to break down the goal into little steps and reward your accomplishments along the way. If you do this, 2013 will be a healthier and happier year for you.</div>
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