You, like many Americans, probably work too much. Surprisingly, in countries where they have shorter work weeks, longer breaks, paid leave, and shorter days, the production levels are higher. There is a definite correlation between leisure time and employee morale. Americans don’t seem to understand this concept. We spend our weekdays busting ourselves and what little time we have with our friends and family, we spend taking care of all the things we neglected while living at

It’s cliché, but life is short. Too many of us get caught up in what we think we should be doing, holding onto some kind of martyr mentality that we can never live up to. Don’t be afraid to spoil yourself and do things your grandmother would never have done like sleep in on a Sunday, drink wine in the tub while your kids play video games, or have your groceries delivered to your front door. Go ahead, spoil yourself. -Don’t over-commit. Your kids don’t have to be signed up for

Eating a whole foods diet is your best way to maintaining a healthy weight and providing optimal care to your mind and body. Falling into the habit of eating boxed, premade foods that are high in sodium, and ingredients you cannot pronounce, can spiral into all kinds of health problems that can affect your quality of life. Below are some simple tips to get you started on a healthier path. Shop the Perimeter- While doing your grocery shopping, stick to the outside perimeter of

The best advice I ever received regarding post partem care was this: First week stay in the bed; second week stay close to bed; third week stay in the house. I heard that shortly before giving birth to my third child and only wished I’d heard it sooner. In today’s world, there is a lot of pressure on new mothers to recover as quickly as possible from childbirth. This pressure takes away from precious bonding time, disrupts breastfeeding, and exposes the newborn to the outside