Welcome to the Confidently Connected Inspiring Mom Blog Series, which features a mom each month who is inspiring connection among mothers in her community. This Sunday marks the 100th anniversary of Mother’s Day. I think this is the perfect week to introduce you to Mandy Fields Yokim, a talented writer, editor and mother from Pittsburgh, Penn. Mandy’s […]
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Happy May Day! Many countries around the world celebrate May 1 as the beginning of spring, leaving May Day baskets hanging on their neighbors’ doors. Are you looking for ways to welcome spring and the coming summer months? Check out a few of my articles for ideas on getting out of the house with friends,
Welcome back to my “Inspiring Moms” monthly blog series, featuring moms who are inspiring connection in their communities! In this second installment, I would like to introduce you to Lara Krupicka, who has integrated connection with other moms as practically a way of life from her home in the suburbs of Chicago. You may have
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Believe it or not, we can learn a couple of things about improving our confidence from our animal friends, especially more social species like dogs. This is Dexter. Unlike many dogs I’ve owned, he won’t come running up to you happily wagging his tail. He has social anxiety. He does one of two things when
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I used to have a co-worker who had the uncanny ability to light up a room the minute she entered. There was a positive energy in her personality that attracted people to her like hungry birds to a winter feeder. Some people just seem to have an innate ability to connect with others, feeding their
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Loneliness and isolation are growing problems in this country, affecting both emotional and physical health. Who is at risk and what can you do? Who is at risk? Newcomers. Life as the newbie is lonely as you try to figure out the norms, rules and the politics of an unfamiliar environment. Deepening connections with people
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Moms have plenty of choices when it comes to online forums and social networking, but most of us crave more face-to-face time with other moms. Thanks to several online initiatives, technology has helped topple the proverbial garden wall by blending virtual communities with real live interaction. Here are a three sites that are integrating the
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With the holiday’s bright lights and festive parties quickly dimming into sepia-toned memories, the dark winter days send many of us scurrying to warmer quarters behind closed doors. But too much time without connecting with friends can hamper an otherwise cheerful spirit. Add a little glow to a dreary day by finding ways to connect
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Many people approach social media with an all or nothing approach. The truth is, social media offers many benefits, but every now and then a break might be necessary. More than half of us love connecting with our friends and family through social media. It’s fun, entertaining and a great way to extend our community.
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Congratulations to Sue LeBreton, the winner of the Mom to Mom Gratitude Gala & Giveaway! Sue has won a bundle of ebooks for herself and a friend of her choice, including Confidently Connected: A Mom’s Guide to a Satisfying Social Life, Detachment Parenting: 33 Ways to Keep Your Cool When Your Kids Melt Down by
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