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I would love to learn how to say no nicely, politely, and maybe even gracefully to family and friends without feeling guilty. This is the perfect read if you want step by step tips on how to do just that and honor what matters most to you. Now - I've learned how to say no and I have time and energy left over to say yes to what matters - whether that be new adventures, or the people and things that truly matter in my life. www.intentionalfamilylife.com #howtosayno #sayno #whatmatters
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How to Say Yes To What Matters Most

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This post shares the books about finding yourself that I have personally have enjoyed reading as a woman in my 40's (ok, so I really just turned fifty - I'm easing into it slowly). Each book is filled with thoughts, truths, and words of encouragement for women inspiring you to be the best you can be. Some take a tough love approach, some women open their hearts and souls in their writings, and others have shared with humor. What these books don't do is tell you what your best looks like for you. I am about helping you dig inside to discover the very best version of yourself and then to learn how to be the best version of yourself. #wordsofencouragement #bestbooksaboutfindingyourself #selfhelp #bestversionofyourself www.themidlifemamas.com
Emotional Well Being

The 10 Must Have Books About Finding Yourself in Your 40’s

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Making mom friends can be tough - especially when you're over 40 with kids still at home. If you want some good ideas because you need to make a new mom friend (or 5), you need the companionship and support from somebody who's got your back - this is the new way to find new friends! Guaranteed. #momfriends #internetfriends www.themidlifemamas.com
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Finding Mom Friends Online Will Make You Feel Better About Life

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I've never been short on inspiration for resolutions every time the new year rolls around. I have plenty of ideas, traditions, or goals that I want to get started on. But it feels like I always fail. Then I figured out two sure-fire ways to happily succeed at my goals every single new year. Guaranteed. #newyear's #resolutions www.themidlifemamas.com
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2 Secrets For The New Year That Guarantee You’ll Reach Your Goals

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Want relief when you're overwhelmed at the holidays - yea. Me too. This is such a simple twist in thinking that freed me to spend joyful quality time with friends and family and to have a relatively stress free holiday being a fun, connected mom for my kids. #stressfree #holiday #overwhelmed www.themidlifemamas.com
Emotional Well Being

How I Stopped Being Busy and Overwhelmed At the Holidays and Why It Mattered So Much

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Emotional Well Being

10 Books That Make You The Best Version Of Yourself

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Welcome! I'm Karen, and like many of you, I once found myself feeling like my kids deserved a much better mom. Comparing myself with other moms just made me feel like a failure. But I was determined to dive in and learn how to be a good mom - not perfect, mind you - but good (sometimes rockstar good if I do say so myself 😉). I've read, studied, trained as a parenting coach, and talked with therapists, educators, counselors, occupational therapists, speech therapists, anyone I could glean insight from. Here is where I share that all with you!

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When Talking To Teens, One Simple Shift Builds Trust, Connection, and Calm

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30+ Sensationally Spooky Boo Basket Ideas Your Tweens and Teens Will Adore

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15 Delightful Thanksgiving Board Games For The Whole Family

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This quiz is for you if you feel like giving up and you just want to try one small shift to what you're already doing so you can rekindle your relationship with your tween or teen.

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Change the Paradigm Strengthen the Bond

“The question is not what you look at, but what you see.” - Henry David Thoreau

When you look at behaviors you don't like, do you see your child giving you a hard time or having a hard time?

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