Brigitte's Blog
Nice to Meet You
One of things that brings me joy is music. It makes me smile, dance, and be in the moment. This week, my husband and I had an amazing experience attending a small concert venue where the talented musician Jonathan Roy and his band captured hearts with a song “Nice to
How to Be Perfec…t
I’m guilty sometimes of letting the pursuit of perfection hold me back. I recently read a fantastic book, How to Be Perfect: The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question, written by Michael Schur. He’s also the creator of the TV Series The Good Place. The Good Place is a fantasy-comedy about where humans are sent
A Story of Running, Love and Hope
Have you ever had your teenage sons volunteer to run a 5K race with you, just two weeks before your major breast cancer surgery? If not, let me tell you, it’s quite the experience. And it’s not every day that you get to run a race with two teenage boys who
Creative Zen
Finding moments of tranquility and creative inspiration can be a challenge sometimes in our busy lives. I have learned there is a powerful connection between immersing yourself in nature that can unlock creativity. With its serene beauty, nature also offers a perfect canvas for mindfulness. Mindfulness involves being fully present in
Motivation Mojo
Movement and exercise is at the top of my goal list. For many people, maintaining consistency in exercise can be a challenge. The allure of just sitting on the couch can overshadow putting on your shoes for a walk outside or getting on the treadmill. I’ve learned that adding some creativity to a workout will make
The World Needs More Love
Negativity surrounds us—on the news, in our daily interactions, and within the broader global landscape. Life is also full of ups and downs. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the challenges we face, but it’s in these moments that the power of love shines brightest. In a world that often feels
Transforming Stress into Strength
Article contributed by Lacie Martin, Raise Them Well. A Holistic Guide to Navigating Life’s Challenges In an era where the pace of life seems unrelenting, managing stress has become a vital skill for maintaining health and happiness. This guide from Gemini Media is your ally in navigating through the complexities
Mastering Wellness: Steps to Unlock Your Best Self
Article contributed by Ted James, Ted Knows Money In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s essential to prioritize your wellness and self-care goals. While it may seem daunting, taking small but meaningful steps can lead to significant improvements in your mental and physical well-being. In this guide shared
Be Thankful and Make it Count
Life can be a great adventure or seem burdensome. Or something in between. There is a lot of advice out there about following your passion. But not everyone knows what they want. This is really about embracing empowerment and defining success in your own terms. Everything you do is basically
Reminders for November
Fall is a beautiful season and the month of November is up there as one of my favorite months. It gives off some cozy vibes, right? As we embrace those cozy vibes, it’s important to remember that your health and well-being should remain a top priority. Here are some gentle nudges to keep
Today Matters
I recently discovered one of John Maxwell’s books, Today Matters. He has written a lot of great books with a focus mostly on leadership and personal growth. Being open to “continually learning” is important to me. And reading books is a popular learning method. Here are some great #leadership quotes from the
Life-changing Fixes to Bad Health Habits
Article contributed by Roane Juliano For the second year in a row, American life expectancy has been reduced to 76.1 years. This information may be disappointing, but it’s not surprising, given the state of the American healthcare system. And there are 23.5 million Americans that live in food deserts, areas where it
Live a little
I like to view life as an adventure waiting to be embraced. Breaking from routines and seeking adventure is essential not only for a fulfilling and vibrant life but it also nourishes your spirit with hope and optimism. Daily routines are comforting, but can become complacent, and you can gradually
Good advice…from 1999
My last post focused on the importance of being creative in the next phase of life. Okay, part of getting into a creative mindset includes de-cluttering my office. The goal is to de-clutter at least twice a year. In one of the boxes, I found a document that was printed from the Netscape browser on
What Matters Now
Having a creative mindset is important at this stage in my life. It’s become impossible to ignore the fact that the good days — when I’m feeling great and doing my best work — have common elements. For one thing, they’re intentional. On those days, I’m in the driver’s seat
Unveiling the Power of Books
In an increasingly digital age, where information is readily available at our fingertips, some people may question the usefulness of books. I firmly believe that books possess a unique power and value that goes beyond mere convenience. As an avid reader myself, I have come to understand that books are
How are you moving forward?
Every decision and action we take shapes our path ahead. By asking yourself “How are you Moving Forward?” encourages introspection and self-assessment. It opens the door to actively seek opportunities for empowerment and improvement. Life is an ongoing journey of growth and progress, and movement plays a vital role in
Embrace your self-worth
Are women truly supporting each other, or are they inadvertently tripping each other in the hallway of life’s challenges? Rhonda Taylor Parker, author and businesswoman, brings attention to the need for women’s support, self-worth, and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. She was a recent guest on the Real
The Call of Adventure: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone Matters
The comfort zone is a wonderful place, but you can’t grow there. While there’s no place like home, staying inside and never venturing out leads to boredom, lack of growth and vocabularies that only include the word “beige.” Adventure, on the other hand, exposes you to a whole bunch of
Starting a Wellness Business: 9 Tips for Success
This post was inspired by Ted James, Ted Knows Money. Are you thinking about starting your own wellness business? You’re in the right place. Creating a successful wellness business takes hard work, dedication, and time. With the help of the following tips, you can get your business off the ground
Self-Care for Introverts: Taking Charge of Your Health and Well-being
This guest post was written and inspired by Lacie Martin of Raise Them Well. If you’re an introvert, someone who prefers spending time alone, you may not have a large support system to motivate you to get off the couch and take care of yourself. But that doesn’t mean you can’t
Share the Love ❤️ of Books
This message is brought to you by Brigitte…not AI. Valentine’s Day is known for celebrating love. Book lover here. Did you know that February 14th is also known as International Book Giving Day? And for book lovers, there’s no better way to express our love than by sharing our favorite
Cancer can be a teacher
Each of us have an epiphany moment that changed your perspective. It changed your life. Breast Cancer diagnosis (twice) and a rare primary brain tumor diagnosis did that for me. Getting outside in nature reminds me to be in the moment. I’m still here and can still do it. Consistent movement, like
Life Unfolds in Chapters
Life is like choose-your-own-adventure book, with many different chapters that make up the story of our lives. Some chapters are like “The Boring Village”, where nothing much happens. Some chapters are like “The Haunted House” where things can get spooky and thrilling. Some are like “The Time Travel” where you