by Debra Smouse | Jan 11, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
As the seasons change and the colder months approach, reliance on hot water becomes undeniable. The average household relies heavily on the water heater repair Portland for daily tasks, yet little attention is paid to its maintenance until problems arise. Attempting...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 11, 2026 | Tricky Situations
We have all been there. Perhaps it was a sharp word snapped at a loved one in a moment of frustration, or a high-stakes career move made out of sheer panic. In those seconds, the decision felt not just right, but necessary. Yet, as the chemical tide of emotion...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 9, 2026 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted
Sometimes, it feels like there just aren’t enough hours in the day. Your boss keeps piling on new projects, your calendar is overflowing, and it seems like you don’t even have teammates to share the load. We’ve all been there—and it’s not just frustrating. Left...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 5, 2026 | Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Want to know why I think so many folks struggle with finding happiness? Because they spend most of their time living on the surface of their own life. They focus on the stuff they want, but never quite get down to the reason WHY they are wanting it. I hate to break it...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 4, 2026 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted
Imagine you wake up on top of the world. You’re to do list is in order. And nothing can stop you. But then, in the blink of an eye, one of the wheels on your tightly scheduled day falls off. And you feel as if your life is careening out of control. And you ask...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 4, 2026 | Tricky Situations
Choosing insurance coverage for contractors in New York requires clear knowledge of state laws and industry risks. Construction work involves job site injuries, property damage, and legal claims that can cost a business thousands of dollars. The right insurance policy...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 4, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
You want to speak French fluently, not just memorize words or repeat app phrases. Real progress happens when you use the language daily with real people and focus on both confidence and accuracy. The most effective online methods combine active conversation practice,...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 4, 2026 | Tricky Situations
We spend most of our time at work, and if our employer mistreats us, meditation and a positive attitude can only get us so far. Many people are unclear about their fundamental rights as employees, and knowing what basic protections you have can keep you healthy, safe,...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 1, 2026 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Every year, we enter January full of intention. We want to feel better. Live better. Be more at ease in our bodies, more fulfilled in our work, more present in our lives. Resolutions that stick are the dream, the kind that carry us past the first few weeks and into...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 1, 2026 | Tricky Situations
The internet rewards speed, visibility, and familiarity, which often pushes you to sound like everyone else or, worse, like a version of yourself that feels slightly off. As such, finding your voice online is harder than it appears. This article demystifies the...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 1, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
Eating healthy in 2026 is a whole different game than it was ten years ago. There’s more info out there, more food options to choose from, more shortcuts to make life easy. But still, there’s one important thing in common: lasting habits are built through...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 1, 2026 | Tricky Situations
Distractions at work abound – from the traffic noise seeping in through a cracked window to the hubbub of a busy corridor, it can feel like your ears are under attack, especially when you have work you need to concentrate on. We know that most employees work best in...