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Addictions and Dependency

Be kind to everyone because we are all fighting battles seen and unseen. Society today displays addictions as only a stronghold to drugs and alcohol. Addictions go beyond those two things. Some addictions can be easily disguised as a hobby and may not be noticeable in the beginning until they start negatively impacting your daily…
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Green Thumb

Where are my green thumb plant lovers? My mother and grandmother had dozens of plants in their homes growing up; small ones, medium ones, large ones, some that were the same, and some that were different. I remember not walking through certain areas of my grandmother’s house because she had so many plants in that…
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Traveling with Children

Traveling can be a hassle if you do not do it often, from booking flights and hotels to arriving at the airport hours before departure, praying for no cancelations, arriving at your destination on time, and long road trips. Adding children into the mix makes this process that much challenging. I have traveled all over…
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30 Day Organization Challenge

No matter what time of year it is, we constantly want to clean and organize specific areas of our homes. Well, now you can clean and organize everything without the pressure of doing everything simultaneously. If you find yourself gathering things you no longer need during these 30 days, sell, donate, or throw them away.…
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You are not Overwhelmed, You are Unorganized

How often do we feel the day, week, or even month has gotten away from us? Sometimes we feel as if there is not enough time in the day. From the time we wake up to when our head hits the pillow, the to-do list seems like the more we cross off, the more gets…
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Homemade Shredded Chicken Chili

No matter what season, I could make this delicious chili year-round. Add some fresh ingredients like avocado, cilantro, or sour cream, and my goodness. You have some yummy, cozy, flavorful chili that is sure to have leftovers. Ingredients: – 1 cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded without skin (I picked up one from Walmart, which was really…
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Fall Favorites

Me spotting one leaf: “Bring on the pumpkin spice!” Come on; you have to admit there is something about fall that is cozy, relaxing, comforting, and sexy. I am such a winter baby, but there is something amazing about fall. Maybe the trees change beautiful colors and shedding their leaves to make room for something…
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Tips for Anxiety

“Anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strength.” – Charles Spurgeon Anxiety can be expected in stressful situations such as public speaking or taking a test. Anxiety is only an indicator of underlying disease when feelings become excessive, all-consuming, and interfere with living. When your anxiety leads you to be…
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Goals for Every Area of Your Life

Each day is the first day of the rest of your life. Every day is another opportunity to become a better you. We are in control of our lives and how we live them. Let’s discuss several areas of our lives we can begin to set goals. Family Here is some food for thought: Are…
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Chicken Jalapeno Popper Bowl

Our family loves grilled food. Michael and I probably grill two to three times a week. One of my favorite things to grill is bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers. After experimenting with some leftover grilled Korean marinated chicken (https://itsabusylife.com/korean-grilled-chicken-thighs/), this was born. Ingredients: 1 cup chopped chicken, cooked 2 ounces cream cheese 1 tbsp sour cream 1/4…
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Small Victories

We often set health and fitness goals yet rarely celebrate the small victories throughout our journey. We are so focused on the results that we miss opportunities to congratulate ourselves for the sacrifices and hard work. Not anymore! Check out these small victories that you may not be celebrating. Mood/Skin Have you noticed yourself in…
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Self-Protection in Today’s World

You are your own first responder. Even though the world is a beautiful place, it can also be a dangerous place. Ask yourself this question, if you were attacked while stopping for gas, would you be able to protect or defend yourself? If the answer is no or unsure, it is time to look into…
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