Dr. Barbara Green is passionate about living a well-balanced life – and one that’s filled with joy and awe. She’s a frequent contributor to the blog, and today we’re taking a look through her unique lenses on life.
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I’ve done this. Maybe you’ve done it, too. But why do we do it? And what are some reasons to stop putting someone on a pedestal?
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Oh, how I wish I’d read this book in 2013 – the year it was published! There’s so much to learn on each and every page.
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Verse Two of the Tao Te Ching explores how we create contrast with our thoughts and words. This contrast encourages strong opinions – many of which don’t benefit us.
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You’ve been single for so long. How long is long? Long enough for you to feel that you’ve. been. single. for.
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Rosy retrospection. Hmmm, okay. What exactly is that?
According to Mark Travers, Ph. D. of Psychology Today, “Psychologists refer to a flawed thought pattern known as rosy retrospection.
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Last week I went out for coffee with my friend Lara. Bursting with emotion, she said, “My mom is driving me crazy!
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Aren’t fall and fashion synonymous? I don’t know about you, but fall clothing has always been my favorite. In college, I remember being excited about pulling out the wool skirts, tights, sweaters, and boots.
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I’m always up for trying new mind-body experiences. So, I was excited when I went online and discovered a company called MindTravel was offering a walking meditation in my town last week.
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A few days ago, I was having lunch with a few friends, and the topic of being a single mom came up.
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I guess you could call me a wannabe wellness junkie. In fact, whenever I gather with my optometry school friends from around the country, we always have the same conversation: “What supplements are you taking right now?
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Is happiness an option when there’s so much to be sad about?
Last Sunday, I was reading the NY Times and stumbled on an article that described the end of those carefree summers we once knew.
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Those blissful moments of coming home with a newborn baby are impossible to describe. The connection and a sense of purpose are intoxicating.
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If someone has learned a thing or two about moving and getting settled in – it’s me! Believe it or not – I’ve moved into four different homes in three states – all in the past four years.
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I remember having dinner with a group of friends a few years ago and hearing my friend Liz talk about preparing for her upcoming “empty nest.”
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There is a very special bakery in our town and her name is Sweet Laurel. I have to admit – it was the charming (rose colored) curb appeal that drew me in initially.
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(This post shares my personal thoughts of Verse One of the Tao Te Ching. There are many interpretations to study. These are the messages that most resonate with me.)
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I can’t believe 1) we’re this far into the summer, 2) this blog is nine months old, and 3) I’ve got my top 10 blog posts of the summer organized and ready for you to see!
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I’ve always loved New York City. So when the opportunity came to explore Tribeca in NYC for a few days, I couldn’t resist.
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What does holding space even mean? According to John Kim LMFT, it means, “To come in neutral. Open. For them.
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Do you remember that famous scene from The Help where the nanny tells the little girl: “You is kind, you is smart, you is important”?
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Chris Petit-Luedeking has an extraordinarily positive outlook on life. She also happens to be my mother-in-law! I asked her recently about her secrets on how she manages to keep her perspective optimistic despite navigating obstacles in her way.
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Are you hoping to feel seaswept this summer? Look no further. Marblehead, MA is fantastic.
Recently, my husband and I decided to take a day trip and headed up the coast from Boston.
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Have you been in a situation where something happens to you, and you feel hurt, disappointed, and even shocked? All of this can lead to sadness and frustration, and you wonder – how will I overcome the resentment that I’m feeling?
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Two weeks ago, my parents visited us for my mom’s 70th birthday. It was a special celebration as we hadn’t spent time with them in over six months, and 70 is a pretty big deal!
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How is it that sometimes we can easily brush off something that hurts our feelings? Like when we don’t get the invitation to a party we’d hoped to attend?
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Kate’s back with some stylish, fun, and (dare I say) practical options for beach bags and hats this summer. And although we’re moving into July pretty quickly, she’s reminding us that it’s not too late to update!
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It seems like, within the blink of an eye, we’re back living in the world as usual! And it feels great.
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Summer is finally here, and it’s time to think about what every mom needs to enjoy this season to its fullest!
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How do you know that you’re connecting with someone energetically? What does it mean to vibe with someone anyway?
Let’s start by talking about our energy fields.
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There’s something magical about watching gardens come to life every year around this time. Here in New England, flowers have a short and incredibly gorgeous blooming season.
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Are you in the market for some new, fascinating summer reads? I’ve rallied members of the community with vast interests and perspectives and they’ve graciously offered up their picks for favorite summer reads of 2021.
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In the wake of so many months of isolation, it may seem out of place to question, “Why is listening so important?”
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Here we go – jumping headfirst into the summer season! Kate’s done her research and is here with her top picks for affordable, flattering swimsuits and cover-ups to get us through the season with ease and style.
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A busy mom of two teenagers, Emily McCavanagh began her training business F.I.T. ( Fitness Inspired Training) in Boston well over a decade ago, shortly followed by opening the FIT House studio in Manchester, MA.
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