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One Swear Word A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

By Melissa Kaiser

Laugh all you want, but I truly feel like swearing is an underutilized coping mechanism that often gets judged. If there is one thing I can say that continuously provides some relief and humor in my life, it’s swearing…. Think about how much more you’re able to withstand the pain of stubbing your toe when…

Leave The Driver’s Seat

By Melissa Kaiser

All of us want some element of control in our lives. We try to plan out that five-year check list. We try to prepare for each day, every interaction, etc. However, all of us could use a lesson in letting go….We need to let go. We need to trust that things will work out the way…

Happy Things Thursday

By Melissa Kaiser

Unexpected work promotions Having a few warmer-than-usual days during the winter Receiving a nice chunk of money during tax return season Warm vacations during the winter months Receiving art work from a little kid Free coffee When someone cooks dinner for you Heat blankets Getting compliments on your cologne/perfume Completing house chores

The Future Is Not Real

By Melissa Kaiser

Breaking News: There is no such thing as the future. The future is our make-believe. It is where we think up the most exciting parts of our lives, as well as where we create some seriously stressful situations. Our mind is where we are predicting a future while simultaneously missing out on the present moments in…

In The Craziest Of Times, Be Present.

By Melissa Kaiser

Picture this: You are alone in the woods and are running away from a big, mean, and hungry bear. In the exhausting and terrifying moments that you’re fearing for your life, you find a bridge with a tall gate that you think you’d be able to squeeze through. Thankfully, you make it through the gate and escape the…