No, not that “O”…. I mean overwhelm, in the form of too many choices. We live in a world filled with options – from what brand of toothpaste is best to what kitty litter Boots will like the most. Even the seemingly simple task of buying a pair of blue jeans can turn into an overwhelming chore – boot cut or wide legged, relaxed fit or slim fit, stonewashed or dark denim, button down fly or zipper fly, low rise or high rise…a “choice” nightmare. Barry Schwartz talks about too many choices in his book The Paradox of Choice – Why Less is More. He... (Read More ...)

Feeling short of breath, a little fuzzy, can’t remember where you put your car keys, what time to pick up your kids, or where you agreed to meet your boss for lunch? Are you feeling less like the ‘glue’ and just a bit blue? Perhaps it’s time to take a look at all you do and make a summer’s resolution to simply care more for you. My mother started working at age twelve and didn’t stop working until three months before her 81st birthday. Throughout her life, Momma was a beekeeper, tomato farmer, personal assistant, secretary, nurse’s aid, sales person and dressing room attendant. ... (Read More ...)