by Debra Smouse | May 20, 2020 | Tricky Situations
Though it’s been almost a decade since I made my move from Texas to Ohio, I can still remember how challenging it felt. Even if you are excited about a move, it’s hard not to stress yourself with the entire idea of moving. Regardless of the number of items you...
by Debra Smouse | May 12, 2020 | Tricky Situations
We all want to work in environments that foster health and happiness. Whether you are a business owner or a manager at work, it’s hugely beneficial to build a positive culture. And, of course, take steps to ensure workspaces are safe and welcoming. Here’s five...
by Debra Smouse | Apr 20, 2020 | Tricky Situations
With the need to stay at home, most of us lean towards choosing our most comfortable clothes. Yet, one of the keys to making this time feel better, truly, is to actually put some real clothes on. Because when you stay in your pajamas all day, there’s no...
by Debra Smouse | Mar 10, 2020 | Tricky Situations
In these unprecedented times, many parents are struggling with the thought of homeschooling their children. And this is particularly daunting for those who have to work at home at the same time. Taking on the role of their teacher, you need to ensure that they are...
by Debra Smouse | Feb 20, 2020 | Tricky Situations
If you’re looking for ways to protect your family’s future and you’re unsure how then don’t worry, you have definitely come to the right place. Whether you’re looking for ways to keep safe or you want to secure your children’s future, you...
by Debra Smouse | Feb 19, 2020 | Tricky Situations
No matter what age you may be, the desire to reinvent yourself when it comes to work may be playing around in your mind. Especially if you’re not feeling fulfilled where you are. And want a work life that feels more rewarding. With a little careful thinking and...
by Debra Smouse | Feb 10, 2020 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Life's Lessons
When I had the same conversation with multiple clients, both men and women, around the same topic I know that it’s important to talk about here in the blog. I’m going to be straight with you, kitten: you do not need to earn love, it is your birthright. Yes, my...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 12, 2020 | Tricky Situations
It’s no secret: the landscape of traditional jobs has changed forever. Once ‘impossible to be completed from home’ jobs have migrated out of the office and onto the sofa. Equipped with a laptop and copious cups of coffee, employees are transitioning to at-home working...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 7, 2020 | Tricky Situations
Retirement is something that well all have to deal with at certain points, and there is a lot to keep in mind with this right now. You need to come up with ideas that are going to help you have a better retirement. Yet, many of you could be at the stage when...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 13, 2019 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
I’ve always loved the holiday seasons. The call to peace, good will, kindness, and gratitude hit me smack dab in the middle of my heart. At times, I’m a bit of a Pollyanna and believe that if you treat others with warmth, it will be returned....
by Debra Smouse | Dec 7, 2019 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Tricky Situations
If you’re anything like me you want to be prepared for each new season. And with fewer hours of daylight, a drop in temperature, and lower humidity levels, it’s clear that winter is just around the corner. In preparation for the new season, these next few weeks...
by Debra Smouse | Nov 30, 2019 | Tricky Situations
One of the modules in my Finally Love Your Life course has to do with aging. And though the module focuses on the choice to soften into aging rather than becoming more bitter, there is an underlying question of caring for yourself as you get older. Here’s some...