Sometimes things feel overwhelming, especially when we are trying to sleep. But everything looks brighter in the light of day, so try to calm your mind with some deep breathing. It's a great relaxation technique to promote peace and let go of anxiety. Love all y'all!
How to keep things simple... here's are three basic things that can help us do so. I found this l'il meme and it stuck with me and wanted to share it with you. So let's not overcomplicate things and get back to living our best lives - simpler and happier!…
What happens when you crush fear with confidence? Here's a way to replace random thoughts and worries with positive thoughts. Use your self confidence to crush that fear! It's a great way to practice self care and promote a calm mind. Love y'all!
Small things can make a big impact, as focusing on task completion can provide a sense of accomplishment. By doing small things (and crossing them off our to-do list) we can feel more productive. It's all about personal development and creating a positive mindset. Love all y'all!
A simple way to enjoy your day... a casual gathering of friends and/or family can really bring joy to our lives. No drama, just fun stories, laughing and remembering the good times (and thinking about those to come). Sometimes we overcomplicate things and look for happiness when it's often right…
Self-love is often misunderstood, but it's about prioritizing your well-being so you can be better for others. Incorporating self care into your daily routine, such as making your bed or going for a walk, can significantly boost self esteem and overall happiness. Remember to love yourself and make time for…
I'm trying to think but nothing happens - famously said by Curly Howard of The Three Stooges many decades ago - was obviously meant as a joke. However, it makes a lot of sense doesn't it? It happens, especially when you're facing decision fatigue or mental fatigue. Sometimes the best…
Why does everything go wrong after you plan? I think we all know the answer: life happens right? We all have days where even the best laid plans go sideways. When facing problems in life, it's important to remember that unexpected life events can happen, and that's okay. It's all…
Take charge... recharge! When our car is low on gas, we don't tow it off, we fill 'er up. Same with our phones when they run out of juice. So why sell ourselves short and give up, or even worse, feel worthless. Boy can that spiral down quickly and screw…
Even when our day is planned, unexpected things pop up, like an unexpected task. But sometimes, a quick fix and a nice person can save the day. It's a reminder that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in our day and put us back on track…
Our peace is a gift, so says Instagram guru Benjamin Lundquist, and it's true. We can't let worry rob and anxiety rob us of our peace, and one another level - our sleep. He also states that overthinking will drain our energy and we know that's also true. So let's…
We can do anything, just not everything - well, at least not all at once. When things get backed up and we start to get off track, let's prioritize and do the hard stuff first - and watch everything else get easier. This brings our stress levels way down and…
We are - truly - the champions in our lives. We fall and get back up. We encounter personal, financial, or health issues... we get back up. No matter how hard it is, no matter how much we may feel insignificant or defeated in our days, we simply have to…
Always heard we should walk after eating, but never thought much of it. You know how it is; we go sit and watch TV or just chill. Well I've been walking or riding my bike after chowing down and it's really energizing, plus it helps with digestion. Hey I'm no…
Deal with it, get on with it! We can't let things get to us and absolutely ruin the rest of our day. We have to learn to deal with issues and move on, right? Hard to do, but then again, mental health ya know? Plus we are the kings and…
The power of the tongue is real - and so is the power of the mind. What we say goes right to the ol' subconscious gray cells, so let's make sure we're speaking positively and with confidence in our own abilities and plans. Again, a recurring theme here on SMFRThePodcast…
Take a break... a common. theme here but it can't be overstated. Went on the annual Wine Walk on The Hill neighborhood in St Louis and cleared the ol' gray cells of the past weeks' concerns. We all need to do stuff like this, even if it's just getting up…
How to restart one of "those days". If our day starts off wrong - often through no fault of our own. it can snowball and things can go downhill in a big hurry. I put everything down and walk away and take a walk or just chill for a bit.…
We help ourselves when we help each other. When I started SMFRThePodcast, I did it because it was a - sort of - therapy for myself. I found that many of you all could relate and really took your comments and suggestions to heart. Well here we are 200 video…
Help ourselves by helping others... I started the ol' SMFRThePodcast as a sort of therapy for myself. I needed (and still need) to be reminded of little life lessons and daily routines to stay positive and focused - then found many of y'all could relate so I kept it going.…
One simple way to overcome loneliness is to just get out and about and meet new folks - or re-connect with old friends. Almost sounds too simple but, lordy, it makes sense doesn't it? We can choose to be alone but that's not the same as loneliness right? So get…
Get some me time, i.e. take a break... sound familiar? Yup I know I beat this theme to smithereens (great 80's band by the way), but we really need to remember to put ourselves first. So important to our health both physically and mentally. So get out of town and…
Step outside, get some good ol' Vitamin D and sunshine on your bad self. Even if It's not really sunny out, just getting away from the tasks at hand and getting a l'il fresh air can - and will - make a crummy day instantly better (and a decent day…
