“One day, I looked at my to-do list and realized—it wasn’t mine. It was everyone else’s.” We live in a world that thrives on more—more commitments, more things, more expectations. The weight of it all can feel unbearable, as though we’re struggling under a garbage truck load of “stuff.” Everywhere we turn, there’s a voice […]
In this post, I’ll look at ways to reduce both sensory and responsibility overload in everyday life from a divergent perspective using the following perspectives: Home Maintenance Chore Mitigation Obligation Reduction HOME MAINTENANCE As someone who would never count cleaning among their hobbies, I began to notice just how much of my precious time was […]
Writers Gotta Write, Right? Writing for the sheer pleasure of writing embodies the joy of creative expression, self-discovery, and the simple act of putting thoughts into words. For writers, the act of writing isn’t just a task—it’s a necessity, a way of making sense of the world and connecting with their inner selves. Writers gotta […]
Writing is a simple and pure act with minimal tools necessary for its execution.There are as many reasons to write as there are people who write. Some of the best reasons I’ve found to write are: Writing to create order – as with a legal will Writing to honor – composing songs for your beloved, […]
“Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it.” – Greg Anderson Happiness isn’t a destination; it’s a dynamic process—a journey of getting happier. This reframes happiness from being a static goal to a living, breathing practice. It’s not an endpoint we reach but an […]
What Is Motivated Forgetting: Understanding Selective Memory Have you ever wished you could forget something unpleasant? Your brain might be doing that for you without… The post What Is Motivated Forgetting: Understanding Selective Memory appeared first on Made You Smile Back. Originally Published on https://madeyousmileback.com/
How to Motivate a Teenager with Depression: Effective Strategies for Parents and Caregivers Depression in teens is a serious issue that can impact many… The post How to Motivate a Teenager with Depression: Effective Strategies for Parents and Caregivers appeared first on Made You Smile Back. Originally Published on https://madeyousmileback.com/
Glorifying Mental Illness: The Dangers of Romanticizing Psychological Disorders Mental illness affects many people. Talking about mental health is important. But some ways of discussing… The post Glorifying Mental Illness appeared first on Made You Smile Back. Originally Published on https://madeyousmileback.com/
Learn how you can move toward your highest and best health today: Do you speak up for yourself? I am an advocate. I’m an advocate for my health and well-being, making conscious choices that sometimes buck against the “norm” and expectations of others. And I am an advocate for the health and wellness of others. […]
Here at AgingParents.com, we see a broad range of elder-related problems. This one was a first. It is a true case, one a solo ager can learn from. If you are aging and living alone, take heed. The Facts: Aging veteran (AV) was living alone, and struggling with being disconnected from others. He was okay, […]
