I was thinking today about a story I heard probably a million times in the 9 years I worked at FranklinCovey. It is the popular Aesop’s Fable of the Goose and the Golden Egg.
In short, the fable tells of a goose that laid golden eggs, bringing the farmers who owned it many riches and much happiness. However, the farmers, in a spirit of capitalizing on their good luck and in hopes of getting more gold and even…
Easy Ways to Boost Your EnergyBefore I was a mom I never realized how precious sleep was. Balancing motherhood, work, and household responsibilities makes me feel like I am always running a step behind on energy and sleep. My usual method to get me through is a huge latte each morning but that caffeine really…
Taking the Guilt Out of Guilty PleasuresAre you a mom who feels guilty when you take time for yourself? I know I do. Day in and day out, there is just so much to do and so many other people’s needs to be met, that spending time on myself feels wasteful, selfish, lazy, even. I know…
Balancing Life 101 Part 1By Camille of www.makeitworkmom.com Of all the occupations in the world today, I believe the one most challenging, emotionally charged, and time-consuming is that of motherhood. It is a full-time job in and of itself. Then, if you add a career of any sort to that occupation, you’re dealing…
The Grand America Hotel & The Melting Pot Give Moms a Much Needed Time OutWhen you think of taking a time out, do you think of a place children go or a space they take when they are in trouble? I know I do. But, isn’t the concept behind time outs more about kids needing a break from others, their surroundings, or even you,…
RSVP to Chat About Your Favorite Indulgences Tonight at #gno! Chocolate Anyone?Halloween is right around the corner! What treat are looking forward to? What is your favorite kind of chocolate? Come join us as we pamper ourselves through a chat about chocolate and indulgence at tonight’s girls’ night out (#gno) party on Twitter. We’ll be tweeting with terrific folks from…
Take Care of Your Most Important Asset This Week—Yourself!making a difference! • my world
10 Ways to Make a Difference This Week By Giving to Others Sometimes, one of the most important ways to Mom It Forward is to put ourselves as a priority and take time for our most important asset—Ourselves! Week 6′s Summer of Service challenge,…
RSVP—#GNO Talks About Ways to Balance Your Life by Making Some “Me” Time!Most of us have some assets. If you’re like me, sometimes you forget that your most important asset stares you right back in the mirror every day, because your most important asset is You! And, if you’re like me, making time for yourself often gets put on the back…
