by Debra Smouse | May 22, 2025 | Tricky Situations
Addiction doesn’t develop in a day, and recovery isn’t achieved overnight. It’s a deeply personal journey, shaped by individual experiences and the willingness to take the first brave step, asking for help. For many, this step is the hardest, weighed down by shame,...
by Debra Smouse | May 21, 2025 | Nifty Life Hacks
Social media is one of humanity’s most notable developments, but it has become so ubiquitous that most of us rarely pause to consider its impact. It’s simply there—always available, always enticing—ready to be used however and for as long as you want. And there’s no...
by Debra Smouse | May 20, 2025 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All
Every morning while JB gets ready for work, I head to the kitchen where I start the coffee while I’m making his lunch. Once he’s out the door, I pour my first cup of coffee and begin my own day in earnest. This is a core part of my morning routine, and no, I...
by Debra Smouse | May 19, 2025 | Life's Lessons
Want to know the first step to falling in love with your life? By choosing to get off the fence of uncertainty and deciding that you are going to do it. I know it sounds simple, but darling, we often underestimate the power of decision. Many people don’t want to...
by Debra Smouse | May 19, 2025 | Tricky Situations
Ending a marriage is tough, especially when a shared home is involved. Whether you own the house together or just one name is on the papers, decisions still need to be made. The roof over your head is more than just property. It’s where memories live. Keep reading to...
by Debra Smouse | May 18, 2025 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All
No matter what is happening in the outside world, I am choosing to focus on what I can control. And that means choosing the path of artful living as my focus for the every day. Though I am creative, I never saw myself as an artist. Because I don’t have the...
by Debra Smouse | May 18, 2025 | Nifty Life Hacks
In a world that often pushes us toward conventional careers, hairdressing stands out as a path that blends creativity, personal connection, and hands-on skill. For many, it’s a passion rooted in transformation, confidence-building, and artistic expression. Turning...
by Debra Smouse | May 16, 2025 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted, How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All
We are living in challenging times, my friend. But then, again, is any time in the world “not” challenging? And if you are already prone to anxiety, it can feel even harder to manage the internal panic when the world is upside down. It’s so...
by Debra Smouse | May 16, 2025 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted, How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All
Once upon a time, I became convinced that if I had a perfect body, then I would be able to fix my failing marriage. I worked out seven days a week and spent at least two hours a day at the gym. I worked out with a personal trainer, attended spin classes, and in...
by Debra Smouse | May 16, 2025 | Tricky Situations
There comes a moment—perhaps sparked by a quiet nudge or a dramatic shift—when the desire for change becomes undeniable. Not the kind of change that simply rearranges a few pieces, but one that encourages you to uproot, reflect, and begin again. Moving, at its core,...
by Debra Smouse | May 15, 2025 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
When it comes to making changes in your life, it’s important to not just get started, but maintain enough focus that you maintain momentum. This is true to any kind of self-development and growth work from learning about racism to owning your story to diving into your...
by Debra Smouse | May 15, 2025 | Nifty Life Hacks
Friday nights stir something different. The world shifts into motion. Social feeds fill with dinners, loud laughter, and group photos. You sit quietly. It can feel like you’ve been left behind. But solitude can offer something else. A moment to pause. A chance to...