Quote for clearing out Life Clutter.

This quote is good to remember when you’re clearing stuff out of your life. Clutter can consist of things such as clothes that are good but not perfect or people that are good but not great or work that’s good but not great.
“I’ve got to say no to the good so I can say yes [...]

Eleanor Roosevelt Quotation.

“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
This quotation is empowering. It’s about self-esteem. No one gets to tell you who and and what you are. You get to decide that for yourself. You also get to decide who you are in relation to the rest of the world.

“With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility.” The Question Meditation.

This is from The Forbidden Book of Getting What You Want by J K Ellis. The basic idea is to take responsibility for your own thoughts and to choose how you feel about something. That being said, it means that all of your actions and thoughts are your responsibility. Remember what Spiderman said. ”
“With great [...]

Benefits of Exercise that will Actually Motivate You to Keep on Doing It!

I go to the gym 5 to 6 times a week. We all know that exercise is great for staying in shape but that’s not what motivates me to keep on doing it. Exercise improves your mood and helps you sleep soundly. Below are some of the Benefits of Exercise as listed on the web [...]

Do you really want to be Normal?

Right now I’m reading Kelly Cutrone’s new book, Normal Gets You Nowhere. Within the first few pages of the book, she states the dictionary definition of normal as defined by Merriam-Webster. People don’t realize that normal essentially means average. If you want to be “more” in this world, you are going to stand out and [...]

Sweet Potatoes for a 6 Pack?

This is from the April 25, 2011 issue of US magazine.
According the article in Us magazine, Glee’s Matthew Morrison attributes his 6 pack seen on his Details magazine cover to eating nothing but sweet potatoes for 3 days! “The potato acts as a sponge,” he claims of the nutrient rich veggie. “Your body literally shrinks [...]

Kim Kardashian’s Beauty Secret.

This one is from the April 4th, 2011 issue of Star magazine.
“Kim likes to make her own face masks”, one of her style and beauty confidantes tells Star. “She whips up avocado and honey, buttermilk, yogurt and oats.” Her sisters say that she has the softest skin of them all, thanks to her secret recipe. [...]

Potatoes for Weight Loss.

This one is from the March 2011 issue of Women’s Health magazine.
Dieters who ate five to seven servings of spuds a week shed nearly five pounds over three months. Baked, roasted, or mashed, a medium-size potato with a little olive oil and herbs makes a satisfying snack or side dish for around 150 calories. (source: [...]

Make Your Work Life Easier. 6 Expressions You Should Ban at the Office.

This one is from the March 2011 issue of Shape magazine. Life and Career Coach Anna Goldstein share six expressions that should be banned at the office.
“I hate…” It’s way to harsh. Instead, describe specifics you don’t like about a plan.
“It’s not my fault.” Even if it’s true, it sounds defensive and won’t get people [...]

Steps to take if you want to Get Married This Year!

This one is from the February 28, 2011 issue of OK Magazine. (Yes, I know it’s only the 18th but this is how these magazines are dated.)
Patti Stanger is known for her tough love approach on her show The Millionaire Matchmaker. She has a book that you can find in the Reading Annex section of [...]