When was the last time you took time off? Even just a day or two?

For many of us, we don’t even remember what a day off is-since we mix our work and home lives together so much that to have a 24 hour period (even a 12 hour period!) where we spend time just relaxing and not working is a rarity.

I took a few days off last week. I visited one of my best friends for her birthday and had the benefit of actual DAYS OFF while I was there. What did I do during that time? Well, we did some shopping, went out to eat a couple of times, sat on the couch, watched TV, talked, and played with her puppy. THAT’S IT.

But what was most significant about what I did during that time wasn’t the activities-it was my ATTITUDE about the activities. (more…)

When people consider an exciting, travel-filled life, one of the things we don’t often think about is the effect that travel will have on those we love.

I have many clients who routinely travel for work-whether it’s constant touring, brief media appearances, movie & TV shoots, or even vacations to get away for awhile, traveling, though it can be exciting, can have severe repercussions on our families and friends.

Usually, when I write a post on something like this, I’m traveling myself, or have just returned home after some trip. This time, however, I’m on the other end of it. (more…)