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  • Be The Thermostat, Not the Thermometer

    Use small life tests to arrive at the destination of self-mastery We’ve all been to the grocery store and chances are, you’ve opted for the self-checkout for a quick and easy escape. I mean, you’ve already had enough of people during the process of picking out all your groceries as you strolled through the aisles,…

  • Living Childfree with No Regrets

    Children. I’d be a liar if I said that having a child never crossed my mind. When I sat and played with dolls as a child, I definitely had a nurturing side. As a matter of fact, my favorite doll was Jessica (below). A few years back when visiting my hometown, I retrieved her from…

  • Making Workouts a Habit (and liking it)

    I used to loathe exercising. Because I’ve always been on the thinner side, I fooled myself into thinking I didn’t need to exercise as much as most people. I’ve had a total of two gym memberships in my lifetime and I ended up cancelling both of them soon after they were established. In my twenties,…

  • Journals: Free Therapy and Reflection

    I’d say, ever since the third grade, I’ve kept a journal. But then because I am a writer, I’m sure this isn’t a shocker. I don’t remember where, but I once heard someone say, “When you don’t know what to do, do nothing.” Frequently, I apply this concept when dealing with difficult situations or people…

  • Uncovering interests through hobby “shopping”

    Many of us are used to the daily grind. Brush your teeth, shower, get dressed, prepare your children for school (if you’ve got any), eat breakfast (if you have time), transport to work, work (of course), come home, eat dinner, go to sleep and repeat the routine on the following day. Sometimes don’t we all…

  • Happiness: A daily commitment

    Happy is an adjective according to dictionary.com. The first three listed definitions of happy were as follows: delighted, pleased or glad, as over a particular thing characterized by or indicative of pleasure, contentment, or joy favored by fortune; fortunate or lucky Being happy seems simple. If you’re anything like me, as a child you might…

  • Hello and welcome to Tiara Queensbury

    My self-awareness is higher than ever. But the journey isn’t over and there’s much more to learn. A few gray hairs have appeared on my crown yet I still feel youthful and energized to enjoy the present and work towards a bright future. I’ve placed urgency to meet demands that I’ve set for myself and…