Entries by Mitzi Bockmann

5 Things to Do Now Summer is Over

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Two days of the year mark major times of transition – Labor Day and New Year ‘ s Day. Both days mark the end of a season and the beginning of a period when things shift. Both days are full of the possibilities of great things to come. Labor Day just happened, which means one […]

5 Reasons Why Women Should Vote In US Elections

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I have spoken with many women how have said that they just aren ‘ t going to vote. I always respond, ‘ But you have to! ‘ According to exit polls, 53 percent of people who voted in the 2012 election were women. In most states, more women than men are registered to vote, and […]

5 Ways To Be Happy – Personal Tips For Being Happy In Life

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You know that person. The one who is always happy. Nothing seems to get them down. They are successful, have good friends, exude confidence, and are fun to be with. Is this you? Everybody wants to be happy. It seems pretty simple, doesn ‘ t it? But the reality is different. Happiness is a choice. […]

5 Ways to Survive Your Child Going off to College

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Your kid is going off to college. Holy s*%t. While there were some occasions a few years back when you thought this moment couldn ‘ t come soon enough, now that it ‘ s here, the prospect is hitting you like a ton of bricks. Your child is leaving. That force of nature who has […]

How To Heal A Broken Heart And Move On: 5 Ways

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I remember so well my first broken heart. It was 9th grade, and Bobby Fortunato, the guy of my dreams, had just broken up with me. We had been going out for two whole weeks. My mom took pity on me and let me stay home in bed and eat jello. I remember it like […]

5 Ways to Stay Calm in the Middle of Chaos

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Ok. It ‘ s bedtime. You know the drill. Homework is being wrapped up; teeth are being brushed; the next day’s school clothes are being chosen, lost books are being retrieved, and that last text message is being sent. And everybody is calmly taking care of their business as you supervise from your easy chair, […]

Understanding the 5 Love Languages In 2025

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  The 5 Love Languages, as introduced by Dr. Gary Chapman in his book “The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate,” are the different ways people prefer to give and receive love. These Love Languages include Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Acts of Service, Physical Touch, and Receiving Gifts. Love […]

How To Make A Career Change – 5 Tips to Make IT Happen

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You know that you want a career change. You have known it for a long time, but the prospect of doing it is daunting. There are so many ifs and buts about switching jobs; getting started is the hardest. Where will I go? Will I have to take less money? Will anyone even hire me? […]

5 Ways to Protect Your Kids During This Crazy Presidential Campaign

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The presidential race of 2016 is like none other. The people are demanding change and with change comes lots of messiness. In this case the messiness involves lots of lying, suspicion, bigotry and name calling. Many of us adults are completely obsessed with the whole thing, constantly checking the news and reading and re-reading what […]

5 Ways For Moms To Enjoy Their Summer In 2023

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Summertime. The weather is warmer; the grass is growing, and the flowers bloom. It ‘ s a time for everyone to get outside, smell the fresh air, to enjoy life after the past 7 months of school and cold weather. And yet, the prospect of summer fills many moms with a sense of dread. What […]

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