by Debra Smouse | Jan 26, 2026 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Here we go again, another Monday. For many of us, Mondays have a bad reputation. They feel like the thief of our weekends, the cruel reminder that our days off are over, and the alarm clock has returned to terrorize us. And yet, Mondays do not have to be this way....
by Debra Smouse | Jan 23, 2026 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
A new year feels like a fresh start. Maybe you’ve set big goals or chosen a word to guide you forward. But here’s the truth: the path to change is rarely as smooth as we imagine. It’s not the goal itself that trips us up. It’s the resistance that shows up along the...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 23, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
Graduate education has begun to adjust to how careers actually work today. Many professionals no longer stay within a single sector throughout their working lives. Roles often move between public institutions, nonprofit organizations, healthcare systems, and private...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 23, 2026 | Tricky Situations
Take this scenario, which unfortunately is all too familiar to all of us: The dentist visit becomes a surprise bill for a procedure that was completely unexpected. And when you’re a woman in her 30’s with responsibilities and finances at home, these surprise...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 23, 2026 | Tricky Situations
You know the feeling. You step outside to grab the mail, take out the trash, or simply enjoy your own yard, and your body tenses before anything even happens. Maybe the dog rushes the fence line. Maybe it bolts through an open gate. Maybe it barrels up close enough...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 23, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
Higher education is often seen as a way to gain knowledge, but its lasting value lies in how it develops the ability to think critically and independently. University study goes beyond grades and qualifications by teaching students how to question ideas, analyze...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 22, 2026 | Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Avoiding avoidance is something we all struggle with. The email you keep meaning to answer. The laundry you move from the bed to the chair to the basket. The thoughts you promise yourself you will deal with later. Avoidance feels like relief in the moment, but over...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 20, 2026 | Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Winter has a way of weighing on us: the shorter days, the endless grey skies, and the extra time indoors can leave even the most optimistic souls feeling drained. If you’ve ever felt the “winter blues,” you’re not alone. While light therapy, movement, and nourishing...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 19, 2026 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All
I’ll be honest: a lot of the “self-care” tasks that we do are downright boring to me. It’s one of the reasons I usually just let my hair dry on its own because halfway through I’m ready to move on to something more interesting. This extends to things like putting on...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 19, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
A perfect pout can elevate your entire look, making you feel confident and glamorous. Lip makeup is an art that requires some skill and knowledge to master. With so many products and techniques available, it can be overwhelming to navigate the world of lip care and...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 19, 2026 | Tricky Situations
When it comes to personal transformation and spiritual growth, books have a unique power. For spiritual growth seekers, the right book can ignite a deep change, guiding you through life’s challenges and connecting you to a higher purpose. Whether you’re looking...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 19, 2026 | Nifty Life Hacks
There are certain skills worth learning that could literally save someone’s life. Below we’ll explore 7 key examples that could empower you to act confidently in an emergency. Please note that this guide is no substitute for professional training – while it...