10 Ways To Build A Support Network

As children, we make friends. Sometimes we make a lot of friends and sometimes we might only make a handful of friends. But it’s not until we’re older that we see and understand the value of friendship. It’s not until we’re adults that we learn to value what being a friend means and how valuable having a true friend is. Of course, it’s still entirely possible to make long lasting friendships as adults and here are 10 ways to build a support network. After all, friends are the family we choose for ourselves. How to Build a Support Network as an Introvert * Be a Friend to Have a Friend – Building supportive relationships takes a lot of time and effort. If you expect people…

Five Reasons Why It’s More Than Okay To Say No

Five Reasons Why It’s More Than Okay To Say No

Saying no is not always easy, but did you know that it is really important to say no from time to time? Both for your time management, your stress, and your sanity, the importance of saying no absolutely matters. Whether it’s in the personal or professional realm, saying no matters. And yes, sometimes it will be difficult to say no to your loved ones and sometimes it’s very easy to say no. As a blogger, it’s also important to say no once in awhile.  As a mom, saying no can be incredibly freeing- whether you’re saying no to your family, someone outside of your family, whatever the case may be. Your time is precious and learning how to say no just might help you manage…

The Power Of Writing It Down

The Power Of Writing It Down

The hardest part about time management is making a real commitment to following a schedule. It can be especially difficult for people who want to work for themselves to work on any type of schedule. I’m a very visual person, so having a calendar and to-do lists helps me organize and manage my time. That’s why I firmly believe in the power of writing it down. Even if it means having a few sticky notes here and there, I know that it will help me in the long run. I used to use multiple planners but now I’m using one my main system that’s based off of my Neurodiverse Family Planner. Why You Should Make Lists and How To Write It Down If you’re like…

Is Your Heater Making You Sick?

This is a sponsored post, and I will be compensated. However, this does not sway my opinion in any way. Maintaining your home’s heating and cooling systems is not only practical for your budget but could also be important for your health. For those in the Nashville area, check out Halo Heating and Cooling for your energy needs. Here’s one example of a home safety checklist and another great infographic about installing smoke detectors in strategic parts of your home. Another way to save energy, and money, on your heating and cooling costs comes from the New York State Department of Energy: Heating Set thermostats at 65 to 70° during the winter and at 58° when away from home. Keep the thermostat higher if an infant,…

Eggtastic Breakfast Recipes

I have ambitions of raising my own chickens when we finally move out of Albany. We’ll still be in the capital district, just in an area where it’s okay to raise chickens. My main reasoning behind this is because I want to know that the eggs we’re eating are fresh, healthier eggs and not jam packed with hormones. But until I can start raising my own chickens, I’m proud to partner with NestFresh Eggs! All of our eggs are always 100% cage free. That means that no matter which NestFresh Eggs you choose, you can be sure that the hens that laid your eggs had room to roam around large barns. Not only that, but our hens are also free to jump on perches, run…