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As a Certified Life Coach, I include coaching questions/requests along with an affirmation with each blog post to challenge you to become your best self.

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The Flower of Mother’s Day

May 5, 2024 by Mershon Niesner

Symbols are the imaginative signposts of life. Margot Asquith, author Pink carnations have always been special to me because they were the flowers on my mother’s casket and one of the few memories I have of the months following her death seventy years ago. I thought they were randomly chosen by my dad but, perhaps, he chose … Continue reading The Flower of Mother’s Day

Volunteers Are Priceless!

April 24, 2024 by Mershon Niesner

Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless. Sherry Anderson, author April is National Volunteer Month and this week is National Volunteer Week. This began as a celebration to honor the contribution women made on the home front during World War II. Living in an area populated by many retirees, I … Continue reading Volunteers Are Priceless!

How Busy Is Too Busy?

April 3, 2024 by Mershon Niesner

Beware the barrenness of a busy life. Socrates, philosopher It seems that “busyness” is a badge of honor these days. Many of our ancestors worked from sunup to sundown in order to survive. I’m not talking about that kind of busy. I’m talking about a self-imposed schedule of running from one activity, meeting, appointment to … Continue reading How Busy Is Too Busy?

Do You Believe In Luck?

March 16, 2024 by Mershon Niesner

Luck is believing you’re lucky. Tennessee Williams, American playwright Happy Saint Patrick’s Day tomorrow! If you live in the U.S. or Ireland, chances are you’ll be celebrating by wearing green, drinking green beer, marching in a parade or eating corned beef and cabbage. The patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick was born in Roman Britain … Continue reading Do You Believe In Luck?

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