by Kelly Bawden | Dec 28, 2018 | The Ripple Effect, Uncategorized
2018 is coming to a close. Hopefully, most of us had a satisfying experience with family and friends. I hope you enjoyed old and new traditions. This time of year can be a wonderful time to think about new goals and yes, letting go of old habits and behaviors that...
by Kelly Bawden | Dec 11, 2018 | The Ripple Effect, Uncategorized
Gift giving and receiving is an expected ritual in many holiday traditions. Finding and purchasing just the right gift can be fun (and stress-inducing sometimes!) and adventurous! Buying for loved ones, particularly children, is often the highlight of adults holiday...
by Kelly Bawden | Dec 7, 2018 | The Ripple Effect, Uncategorized
Last week we looked at some ways to combat holiday stress. Lowering expectations, practicing good self-care, and making sensible financial plans are just three ways to manage the season’s additional demands. There are many small ideas that may be helpful, the...
by Kelly Bawden | Nov 30, 2018 | The Ripple Effect, Uncategorized
The holiday season is upon us! With all the preparations, shopping, and extra errands, this time of year can be downright hectic. Couple all that with normal commitments and the stress level can climb and even become unmanageable. While some stress is inevitable,...
by Kelly Bawden | Nov 27, 2018 | The Ripple Effect, Uncategorized
Last week we looked at some techniques for managing anger in a more productive and healthy way. To restate: nearly everyone gets frustrated and angry at times. Life can be demanding and stressful; it is human to react to these stressors. We learned some simple...
