Clothes. Books. Craft supplies. Letters. Magazines. Cards. Cherished collection. How difficult is it for you to delete (permanently remove) items that no longer serve an active purpose in your life? Over the years, I’ve heard many reasons (excuses?) why it’s …
Who doesn’t like to receive gifts? We get gifts on our birthday and some holidays, but we also get a gift each and every day…time. And this gift is packaged the same for everyone: 24 hours in that day. How …
What?!? Yes, you read that correctly! Conventional wisdom, says that declaring “I can’t” is self-limiting. In many situations, it’s true. However, in our crazy, busy, ever-changing times, there are two occasions in which saying, “I can’t” is extremely beneficial. REASON …
Did you know that you don’t usually need a reason to say “no”? However, sometimes it feels better when you do…even if you don’t tell anyone else!😊 Just so we’re on the same page, let’s start with what “no” is …
How comfortable are you with saying “no”? Very – I’m very comfortable saying “no.” Depends – My ability to say “no” depends on the situation or person. Pretty Uncomfortable – I’m fairly uncomfortable saying “no,” but will if it’s necessary. …
I love bread! Sourdough, naan, honey wheat, pita, and the list could go on. However, if I ate as much bread as I wanted to, it would lead to other problems altogether!😊 So instead, I keep some bread in the …
Dear Overwhelm Slayer, I have to make appointments with multiple medical professionals due to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). I’m frustrated trying to keep up with the information associated with making these appointments because I have to schedule the specialist …
I’m a bit overwhelmed. Bet you weren’t expecting that! When I rebranded to JaniceRussell.com, I decided that I’d become the Overwhelm Slayer because that’s why clients partner with me. You may assume that I never feel overloaded myself. And you’d …
It was 12:30pm and I saw pictures of yummy looking handmade milkshakes in the window of a burger place 🍔 I’d never eaten at before. I went in and saw a checkout station immediately ahead. To the left was a …
“It’s either this or that!” “It’s my way or the highway!” Don’t you just hate feeling backed into a corner? Those are the only options? One day while I was walking on a nearby greenway, I could distinctly hear the …