Could a Better Routine Help?

The holidays are upon us and our already crazy lives are going to get just a bit crazier!  Between household chores, shopping, planning, cooking, kid’s activities and everything else, , it is hard to take a breath.  That’s why creating and sticking to a regular routine is more important than ever. A daily routine lessens […]

Are you feeling Overwhelmed?

Our lives right now are far from normal. Suddenly, everything has changed.  It may feel like there are not enough hours in the day. The balancing act of work and family may feel daunting and all you might really want to do is climb back into bed and pull the covers over your head. It’s […]

Feeling Stressed? Want Some Comfort Food?

This week, I’ve been teaching a unit on Stress Management in my Principles of Management class. And for me, it is a good reminder on how to manage stress better. We all handle stress differently. Yet, one common response to stress is overeating and weight gain. Stress is defined as a mental and/or physical condition […]

Need Some Stress Relief?

It’s that time of year….life just gets a bit more crazy — family gatherings, parties, shopping, school programs on top of all our other normal responsibilities. Though it is a fun time of the year, it is also a stressful time of the year. L     And it is so easy to let our good habits […]

Don’t Worry Be Happy

The other day, someone asked me how school was going and my answer was, “I still can’t seem to get my feet under me.” My stress level is high — unfortunately, high stress levels are all to common for so many of us.    Frequently, when we feel stressed, our happiness suffers and so do […]

Tips to Get Through the Holidays (aka Overwhelm Days) with Less Stress

It is that time of year – instead of calling it the Holidays, we should call it the “Overwhelm Days”. Lots of obligations and commitments, the end of the semester grading, and the getting ready for Christmas makes the stress in my life sky rocket in December. Managing stress during this time is important not […]