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Dec 26- Fearless Fabulous You! How to Be a Flu Fighter

On December 26, 2016 / Healthy Living

Are you ready for cold and flu season which peaks around late January through February? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes there are groups of people who are more likely to get serious flu-related complications if they get sick with influenza. These groups include: Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old Adults 65 years of age and older Pregnant women (and women up to two weeks postpartum) Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities Also, American Indians and Alaskan Natives seem to be at higher risk of flu complications I normally

When Breaking Tradition May Be a Good Thing

On December 26, 2016 / Attitude Adjustment

I have the greatest respect for traditions, especially around the holidays. Maintaining longstanding traditions that are meaningful and joyful are always good for the spirit. They are like the glue that seals the passages of time and bonds you to others and to a sense of place. Many people have special traditions over the holidays, whether it’s familiar dishes or gathering places, decorations or songs, or people to spend time with either at home or away. But sometimes you need to take a break. This can be a delicate matter when it involves family and longtime friends who may not understand

When Breaking Up Is Hard To Do- Tips To Make It Easier

On December 11, 2016 / Attitude Adjustment, Making Things Happen

There comes a point in everyone’s life when you’ll face a breakup. I’m not talking about calling it off with a significant other or divorcing a spouse or anything involving a romantic relationship. I’m talking about breaking off with people who provide you goods and services, perhaps for many years. And then one day you decide to make a switch. Maybe you were unhappy with someone’s services. Maybe you felt you needed a fresh look or new approach. Maybe a better offer or price presented itself and you wanted to give it a try. Maybe you moved neighborhoods or cities.

Why Family Meals Matter

On November 25, 2016 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living

While many families gathered around the Thanksgiving table this week to enjoy a delicious meal and share stories, think about this: The family meal is a dying tradition the rest of the year. In the past 20 years, the frequency of family dinners has declined 33 percent according to the meal planning service, The Six O’Clock Scramble www.thescramble.com. In 1970, Americans spent 26% of their food budget on eating out; by 2010, that number had risen to 41%. During that time, rates of obesity in the United States more than doubled. Many of you may say, “But I have no time to

Thanking & Giving: A Steady Diet To Nourish Your Soul

On November 21, 2016 / Attitude Adjustment

Most of us will gather around a Thanksgiving table laden with food and surrounded by family and friends. We’ll stuff ourselves silly, share laughs and take photos. Some of us may visit a soup kitchen, stop by a church or run in a morning Turkey trot. It will be an abundant day filled with gratitude. But after the meal is over and the table is cleared here are two morsels to keep fresh forever: Thank more. Give more. Being thankful is not just for a special occasion; it’s a way of life. The simple words “Thank you” can nourish the spirit

The Best Cure for Anger? Get Active!

On November 16, 2016 / Attitude Adjustment

I’m usually not a nervous eater, but the night of November 8 watching the presidential election results on television I reached for everything in sight to stuff my face. Like a bad hangover, my lethargy and unease lingered for days. I found reading Facebook posts and watching the news upsetting. As the week progressed I found myself less upset by the outcome and more anxious by the outpouring of anger that resonated coast to coast. People were angry before the election; people are angry after. If I felt anxiety as an adult, I can’t imagine what young kids watching the news

How to Be a Go-Giver Versus Go-Getter

On October 31, 2016 / Attitude Adjustment, Happiness

“She’s a real go-getter.” I’ve heard that line more times than I can count. It’s a compliment for anyone who likes to take action, try new things, set goals and achieve results. A go-getter makes things happen. She’s an energizer. There’s another type of person. That person is a go-giver. She’s someone who focuses her energy on giving over getting. She seeks to give more of herself than get more from others. Achievement is measured by the meaningful things she does rather by the many things she achieves. A go-getter can also be a go giver. The two are not mutually exclusive.

How to Avoid Scams – Fearless Fabulous You! Oct. 31

On October 31, 2016 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Finances

Predatory lending and special credit card offers designed to lure you in have been topics in the news lately, especially after it was revealed that employees at Wells Fargo were pressured to sign up people for credit cards whether or not they needed – or had the credit- to have them. Credit card offers, too good to be true loans, financial packages that are not clearly explained to you, and special offers that are bait and switch tactics are just some of the areas where scams lurk. This U.S. government website lists the most common scams in the U.S. including: financial

Medical Errors- What You Should Know to Protect Your Health- Fearless Fabulous You!

On October 31, 2016 / Women's Health

We’ve all heard a story like this: Someone you know, or a friend of a friend, goes to the hospital with a medical condition. She is treated, with surgery or medication. But something goes wrong. The end result is she is worse off than before. Worst case scenario is she is permanently disabled or dies. You wonder, “What happened?” Maybe it was a bad drug interaction or a prescription mistake. Maybe it was a botched surgery or a hospital-acquired infection. Maybe it was a misdiagnosis. All of these are common causes of preventable deaths due to medical errors according to

Learn Signs of a Stroke October 24 on Fearless Fabulous You! W4WN.com

On October 24, 2016 / Women's Health

Do you know the signs of a stroke? You should. Because sometimes the signs are ignored or misinterpreted. The signs can be sudden, and time is of the essence when they occur. If you see any of these sudden signs you need to act fast because the most effective treatments for a stroke are only available within three hours of the first symptoms. Source www.cdc.gov Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes Sudden confusion or trouble speaking Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or lack of coordination Sudden severe headache with no

Brave Is the New Beautiful

On October 24, 2016 / Attitude Adjustment, Staying Grounded

I believe the most beautiful women are the ones who are brave. These are women who are confident in their bodies, cool under pressure and kind to others. They face fear calmly, deal with setbacks as deftly as they can, avoid the pity party and pay it forward. Brave girls focus on self actualization not self criticism. They may step out of their comfort zone but know when to lean in for help and when to lend a hand to offer help. Brave girls respect others and treat them with kindness even when others are less kind to them. They put on a strong front even