A Key Approach to setting S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goals Planning ahead can make your life easier. Part of planning, includes setting goals, which helps accomplish meaningful tasks despite obstacles. It can be used by youth, adults, for personal development and in our careers. A method favored by many is S.M.A.R.T.E.R. It offers a sense of direction, amplifies…
What is kindness? The quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. It’s not always easy to be kind. In tough situations, kindness makes a big difference! When we show kindness it’s caring and doing things to help make lives better. It allows us to connect with people and build meaningful relationships. When someone is kind,…
Taking care of ourselves is so important. One way we can nurture ourselves is by keeping our home environment safe and organized. Home management involves a lot! In order to take care of ourselves the best we can we have a lot to consider. Time management is critical to cover everything. Also support of family…
A day in the life as a caregiver Job duties include but not limited to toileting, meal preparation and eating, bathing and skincare, dressing, house cleaning, medication management, ambulating, and socializing. There is a lot required of caregivers: prevent falls, be in constant contact, work around the clock, deal with families it can all be…
Feeling What?? Emotions can vary by the moment. Allowing ourselves to acknowledge them is so important! When it comes to dealing with emotions keeping them bottled up can be harmful. Learning to experience a variety of emotions is healthy. It is essential to explore the many emotions to have a balanced life and adjust easier…
Why is coloring good for you Adult coloring has been a popular trend. The benefits contribute to positive mental health, creativity and motivation. Many coloring books have been featured on best seller lists. Psychologist recognize the act of coloring as an activity that one can be immersed in. This behavior can be rewarding for our…
Why Is Healthy Cooking Important? Healthy cooking is essential for a healthy diet and lifestyle. There are multiple benefits of healthy cooking. Cooking food from scratch is a great way to control what you eat and also to get the most nutrients from the ingredients you use. Healthy cooking not only helps in preventing disease…
When it comes to health, I know a lot, but by no means am I a doctor and realize every individual’s needs are different. I first pursued a masters degree in Health Education from Western Governor’s University. I’ve always loved learning but have struggled with my own health. Fortunately, my health issues haven’t been serious…
Sometimes so much focus is given to others that we ourselves get lost in the shuffle. What are your priorities and routines? Making time for our health should be foremost. After all, we can’t help others well if we aren’t feeling well ourselves. Self-care is an act of kindness we can do for ourselves and…
Where do we go when we don’t want to feel alone? What is going on with your health that others can support you with? Ever want to help others struggling with the same issues? All these questions can be answered with COMMUNITY! Here at Vibrant Self-Care with Sarah, we have a community of individuals seeking…