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What Triggers Stress?

When it comes to waves of busyness in our lives it can be very hard not to let stress take over. Recently I was thinking about what it is exactly that triggers the stress. Often it happens when I feel like I have more to do than I can possibly fit in a day. When it feels like a huge growing list of things that need to be done get pushed back another day and …

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Create Your Own Retreat at Home

Has it been a while since youve had time to go to the spa? Does the idea of spending money on a massage or facial feel a little too indulgent with your familys current budget? The good news is you can create your own retreat at home. Take an afternoon or even an hour and transform your home, backyard, or a room into your own private get-away. Taking time for much-needed self-care is an important part of renewing your energy so you can be the best you can be, as a woman and a mother. Here are some simple suggestions for creating your own retreat at home: