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Staying Balanced During the Holidays

By Petra Beumer, M.A., Lifestyle Consultant

December 16, 2009 - 6:00AM

With the holidays upon us, you may find yourself having expectations of how "things should be." There is pressure to find the perfect gift, send holiday cards out on time or keep from indulging in too much decadent food. Staying balanced while still maintaining a sense of holiday cheer can be a challenge. It is important, amidst all of the chaos and confusion, to pause and ask yourself: Am I expecting too much of myself? Am I allowing myself to enjoy the spirit of the holidays? Am I feeling balanced?

Map Out the New Year

By Petra Beumer, M.A. and Susi Warmé,OTD, OTR/L

January 22, 2010 - 10:50AM

It's the first month of 2010 and time to map out this year's goals. What aspirations do you have for yourself? How can you make this year better than last? Take a moment to reflect on these various areas of your life: career, finances, family and friends, spirituality, romance, health and fitness, fun and self-care and personal development. Learn how you can pick a goal and see results through following these simple steps.