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Traits of Emotional Fitness

What are the traits of emotional fitness and why are they important? Having and maintaining a healthy emotional life is an ongoing practice throughout life. These past two years have taken a toll on all layers of health. Emotional health and emotional fitness work hand in hand. Emotional fitness is important for bolstering mental health […]

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Latest Cyber Vulnerability

The latest cyber vulnerability involves international players. Historically, conflicts between countries involved primarily military action. In the 21st century, cyber threats are used along with air/ground forces. And, these cyber risks extend to the US and all countries in the NATO Alliance. Every organization in the US is at risk from cyber threats that can

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What About the Practical Aspects of Life?

Reviewing the most recent data showing that two of three American adults don’t have a will, it was time to dig deeper. Alas, there was no mention about the practical aspects of life. The data revealed information about ages and reasons “why people had not” drafted up a will, yet there was nothing covering our

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Medical Costs

Medical Costs impact us all. The statistics are sobering. How prepared are you for the possibility of a one time medical issue? Did you know that over a half a million Americans file for bankruptcy every year because of medical bills? Or that US medical bills are responsible for 66.5% of all American personal insolvencies?

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Healthy Habits 4 Life

What a great way to kick off the year! Was a guest on Healthy Habits 4 Life with Dr. Carol Perlman! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-habits-4-life-with-dr-carol-perlman/id1560995497?i=1000548099355 Listen in as we talk about the importance of having a contingency plan and the five main stages of contingency planning. I’ve long believed that contingency plans take away the burden of dealing

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No Surprises Act

Effective January 1, 2022 the No Surprises Act went into effect. The No Surprises Act bans surprise medical bills for emergency services and unexpected out-of-network providers. What this Act Means (from NerdWallet January 5, 2022) More Americans worry about unexpected medical bills than any other expense, according to polls by the Kaiser Family Foundation in

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Quad State Tornado

The “Quad State Tornado” hit hard yesterday. A rare December tornado ripped through multiple states yesterday leaving utter devastation in six states. My heart goes out to those impacted 🙁 While there were several tornados in the cluster, the National Weather Service is investigating whether a single twister—which is being called the “quad-state tornado”—traveled more

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2022 Tax Information

Were you aware that 2022 Tax Information has been released by the IRS? Before you say, “It’s only November” consider this. “Forewarned is forearmed” (Robert Greene). IRS Releases Income Tax Brackets for 2022 Although the tax rates haven’t changed as yet, tax brackets for 2022 have been released to account for inflation. For 2022, they’re

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Support Younger Adults Grieving a Death

Grieving a death is not easy at any age. Grieving a death for younger adults is often a “first death” and very difficult. As Family Caregivers Month continues, let’s care and support for those grieving a death along with our caregivers. Two recent articles highlighted this for me and rather than sit back, I bring

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Family Caregivers Month

Family Caregivers Month is here! November is the month where we take time to recognize and give praise and support to ALL people who dedicate their time, often unpaid, caring for a family member in need. As the holiday season is right around the corner, it is important that we show our appreciation for those

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