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Why Are You Self-Sabotaging Yourself… Or Are You?

Part 1 of 5 Why are you self-sabotaging yourself? Or are you? Have you ever wondered whether you are self-sabotaging your own success? Or perhaps you are convinced this topic does not apply to you at all. In this five-part series, we explore self-sabotage, why it happens, and how it quietly limits personal growth, fulfillment, […]

Smart Holiday Shopping Tips

Smart Shopping for the Holidays The holiday season is here, and the shopping has started. Crowded stores, long lines, and a never-ending gift list can make this season very stressful, even though it should be the most wonderful time of the year. Smart shopping for the holidays is not about being cheap. It is about […]

How to Get a College Degree without Attending College

Should All High School Graduates Attend College? Should every high school graduate go to college?The answer: maybe, and maybe not. For decades, college has been seen as the only path to success — but times are changing. The college industry has become a billion-dollar business. While it can open doors, it can also lead to […]

Self-Care Using Red Light Therapy

Want to feel better, look better, and recover faster in the comforts of your home? Self-care with Home red light therapy makes that possible. Red Light Therapy, also called photobiomodulation (PBM), uses gentle red and near-infrared light from red light therapy devices. The light helps your cells make energy, calm inflammation, and support natural healing. […]

Essential Tips for Teaching Teens Financial Responsibility

Teen Financial Responsibility Teaching our teens financial responsibility is very important. As parents, we know that money habits start early. But sometimes we are unsure about the best ways to teach our children. Teaching a child smart financial habits can start as soon as they know how to count. My personal experience didn’t start until […]

Traveling for Self-Care: Prioritizing Your Well-Being

Traveling as a Powerful Self-Care Tool As a member of the sandwiched generation, I have the responsibility to provide care for multiple generations. Therefore, self-care is a priority.A few years ago, I wrote a blog titled “Examples of Self-Care.” Examples of Selfcare. In my blog, I explained how listening to music and exercising were two of my […]

Earn Income as a Real Estate Investor

Do You want to Invest in Real Estate? Earn income as a real estate investor. It sounds great. Passive income. Mailbox money. Someone else paying off your mortgage. You want to be a landlord, but you have very little money. Can you invest in real estate without a substantial amount of money or credit? The […]

Health Risks and Solutions for Baby Boomers

Baby Boomers Who are baby boomers? Baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, are one of the largest generations in the United States, having recently been surpassed by the Millennial generation in 2024. We are the largest generation to reach retirement age, and as a member of this generation, I can personally attest to experiencing […]

Sandwich Generation savings with Cashback Rewards Shopping

Sandwich Generation savings with cashback rewards shopping:  Using cashback rewards shopping to save money is a very effective way to stretch a dollar.  As a member of the Sandwich Generation, I am always looking for ways to save money. But how does it work, and how can we maximize this strategy to make shopping even […]

The Sandwiched Generation and Meal Prepping

As a member of the Sandwiched Generation, meal prepping will help you feed the whole gang. Meal prepping refers to preparing several meals in advance. I usually meal prep on Friday or Saturday. This affords me one less thing to worry about during the next week. Below I have listed the steps for an easy […]