Thinking it over. Many times we do that with relationships. Good ones. Bad ones. Too many times we let thinking it over steal our time. In the time we spend contemplating so many things about that relationship, we could actually be spending time enriching one. So when you get tempted to stop and think it …
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Boundaries. Set em.
Many times we feel obligated. To be the first one to text, to rearrange our schedules, to help others, etc. Healthy relationships have boundaries. They communicate. You are worth my time. I am worth yours. Balanced. If you feel you are always the one giving and the relationship is exhausting, it may just be time …
Focus.
I’ll admit this can be challenging for me. Focus. Make a long ‘to do’ list. Work on it. Repeat daily. How many times we look at others and wonder why we aren’t as far as…. Focus. What if we scrap the ‘to do’ list and make a road map Where do you want to go? …
Trampoline.
It sits there waiting Ignored Leaves and branches from the past few years You could argue I’ve social distanced from it A large square trampoline The last time? Well, it was in a snow storm a few years ago As we shoveled I threw him a mischievous look and ventured in that direction Climbed up …
Why did you call ‘me’?
I’m your friend for life. So when someone calls I haven’t spoken to in years…. I listen. And when the pause happens, I ask, why did you call me? Some are taken aback the first time, but those who know me understand. Well….I’m not sure why I called you? Yes. You are sure. You called …
Can’t steal happiness.
So many things out there requesting our attention Social media Netflix Tiger King? The news(if you prefer to call it that) Pick your poison What is stealing your happiness? Turn all that noise down and listen Do you hear it? That is the sound of happiness And no one can steal it So get out …
Dating topics
Many times I’ve been asked to present or discuss dating topics Healthy relationships Toxic ones What to expect on a first date How to online date Attention single people!! I suck at dating Have for over 8 single years now Well let’s be honest, I was never good at it in middle or high school …
Singled Out. Crazy Hat.
Got your crazy hat yet? I found one option but I’ll let ya in on a secret if ya promise not to share with the group. This is not ‘the’ crazy hat I’ll be sporting on Friday. Hats. Kinda forgot my love for the darn things. Watch out Amazon Prime. The group is quite excited …
Singled Out. Who’s song is it?
This virtual meeting thing was going into week 3 Week 2 they decided we needed themes. So they picked Spring. Spring? That felt lame. Wait. That is lame. So at the 9th hour(day before) because I’m always so uber prepared(not), I tell everyone to send me 1-2 songs. Made a combined Spotify playlist and ummmmm….well….not …
Singled Out. Social Distancing.
Social distancing. Social isolation. Where are the extroverts? There is little difference in those first two phrases to us. WE. ARE. BORED. Not made to isolate, our minds crave connection. Lots of connections. Hugs. Chats with strangers we’ve never met. All removed. Not whining here. Stating facts. Check in on your social butterflies. Regularly. They …
Singled Out. Positive Singles. Real Connections. 