Tag Archives: Balance

“Web Junkie” Film Examines Internet Addiction in China

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Do you believe that your child has an “internet addiction”? In the United States, it is not considered to be a real condition or disorder. In China, however, it is believed to be both real and dangerous. A film called “Web Junkie” gives people a look into the lives of teens who are sent for treatment for their internet addiction. “Web Junkie” is a documentary that was created by Shosh Shlam and Hilla Medalia. It was released in 2014, and is currently available on Netflix. It focuses on some of the teenage boys who were sent to Daxing Boot Camp … Continue reading →

Sanity Tips for the Single Mother

You’ve got a lot on your plate. If you’re anything like me your mind is going about a thousand miles an hour trying to keep track of this and that and what and when and who and…well you get the point. It’s kind of a mess trying to keep track of everything you have to do day in and day out because there’s no one else there to remind you of what needs to be done. I have felt myself going a little more insane each day, but I have learned a few tricks that have helped keep my sanity … Continue reading →

One Change at a Time

I have a long list of resolutions this year. I have big plans for 2013 and know that there will be many life changes along the way. At first glance my list of resolutions might be a bit overwhelming. There are a lot of positive changes I want to make in my life, but instead of tackling them all at once, I am going to focus on them one at a time. First and most importantly, I am going to work on finding joy in the here and now. I have a lot to be grateful for and while I … Continue reading →

It’s Time to Think About Work – Life Balance

As 2012 draws to a close, many home – based business owners are busy planning ahead for 2013. One of the items that is likely to be at the top of many home – based business owners’ lists of priorities for the coming year is improving their work – life balance. Time and time again, work – life balance proves to be elusive for many of us as we try to walk the line between succeeding in business and living a fulfilling life. Since each person’s ideal work – life balance is slightly different; it is difficult to propose a … Continue reading →

So Not My World

I barely have time to wash my hair in the morning, let alone shave my legs on a daily basis. So, how then is it possible for some moms to find time to post DIY tutorials featuring step-by-step instructions on how to create crocheted cozies for disposable Scotch Tape dispensers on YouTube? Pretty, little, intricately handcrafted covers for 99-cent tape dispensers that are designed to be THROWN AWAY. The tape dispensers that is. Clearly, you want to reuse the cuddly soft cozy you created to warm the cold plastic covering and disguise the unsightly green tartan plaid insert of any … Continue reading →

How To Stay Comfortable At Work

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Whether you work in an office or your job requires you to stand up all day, it can extremely tiring for a pregnant woman to stay comfortable on the job. Sitting for too long can wear on hurting hips. Standing all day can not only make hips and joints sore, but can make edema worse. The closer you get to your due date and the more your baby grows, the harder it gets. Here are some tips for staying comfortable as possible while you are working. If you work at a desk, it is especially important to take frequent breaks … Continue reading →

A Time to Put Down the Camera

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My parents didn’t take a lot of photos while I was a kid. I don’t think I realized this until I started dabbling in scrapbooking as a teenager, and there just weren’t a lot of choices for photos. I asked my mom about it one day after my aunt had sent over a scrapbook page with photos of my brothers, and her answer has stuck with me all these years. I believe the conversation went something like this: Me: This page is really cute. Aunt Becky sure knows how to take a good picture. She got all those little boys … Continue reading →

Striking a Balance with Fitness

I hosted a “Sip and See” (a baby shower held after the baby is born) for a friend last week, and as a thank you, she gave me a tank top with the words “Well Balanced Mom” emblazoned on the front. I loved the shirt, but it got me thinking: Am I well balanced? I wore it to one of my classes and felt like I needed to explain that I don’t necessarily think I’m well balanced and that it was a gift. As a mother, I think we all struggle with balance in our lives, whether it is work/life … Continue reading →

Increase Your Spirituality Through Finding Balance

As I look for peace in my life I find that it is directly related to my current level of spirituality and my focus on putting God and family first in my life. When I do this I am more at peace. I feel that I can accomplish more and everything else just falls into place. I write about this topic a lot, because I also find that it is too easy to allow myself to fall out of balance. It is easy to stop trusting the Lord and to worry obsessively about things that I have no control over. … Continue reading →

Are You Out of Balance?

Sometimes there are too many options and choices available and they all have merit and worth. At times it can be difficult to find the proper balance in your life and in the life of your family. There are many choices that are good, and other choices that are better. Personally I often struggle with my priorities and the way that I choose to spend my time. When I feel overwhelmed, stuck or unable to focus then I know that something is out of balance and it is time assess and change things in my life. Filling my time with … Continue reading →