by Amy McLaughlin-Margolis | Mar 25, 2021 | Expert Advice
Meet Katie and Jim. Katie is constantly critical, controlling and making demands on Jim. Feeling engulfed, he is constantly pulling away to get some space and independence. Feeling emotionally abandoned, Katie clings on tighter, causing Jim to distance more. All...
by Dove Rose | Mar 14, 2021 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
Connecting with Yourself Our society focuses so much on community and staying connected with others. But I think we might be missing a very important note. Are we connected with our Self? Do we know our Self? Do we know what we need, how we are feeling, what our...
by Peter Martin | Mar 6, 2021 | Expert Advice, Garden
SUCCULENTS TO THE RESCUE!!! To those that have a proverbial black thumb when it comes to caring for plants, especially indoor plants, then succulents are for you! One important thing to remember however is that succulents grow and thrive in a well lighted area and one...
by Amy McLaughlin-Margolis | Feb 17, 2021 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
Honor is defined as “having high respect, great esteem, adhering to right standard conduct, fulfilling an obligation or keeping an agreement.” My Test Of Honor Began With Dinner My husband’s birthday is in early January, right on the heels of the holiday season. Just...
by Dove Rose | Feb 13, 2021 | Expert Advice, Featured
Your Honor Why are we taught to honor others but we aren’t taught how, or the importance, of honoring ourselves? In life we learn about manners; how to be polite to others, say thank you, and please, open doors for people, respect our elders, and so on. However...
by Aaron Goldsmith | Feb 6, 2021 | Expert Advice
It has been several months, and COVID-19 still rampages throughout the U.S. Hospitalizations and deaths continue to climb even as many regions look to reopen. The only thing that’s clear at this point is that the pandemic is not over. Even with the new vaccines,...
by Dove Rose | Jan 21, 2021 | Expert Advice, Featured
High Standards… The other day I made a mistake and accidentally forgot to plug in the proper cable for my microphone and my music to be heard for my online Zoom class. The experience was still fine as they heard me through the computer but it was not ideal....
by Amy McLaughlin-Margolis | Jan 9, 2021 | Expert Advice, Featured
“It’s normal to have challenges and big feelings and you can still experience emotional freedom. It can all co-exist.” Amy McLaughlin-Margolis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Co-Founder/Director of Santa Monica Counseling in California. She...
by Coach Mac | Jan 3, 2021 | Expert Advice
Coach Mac from Verdugo Lacrosse shares with us another lacrosse equipment review. In this article, Coach Mac will be reviewing the ECD Hero mesh 3.0 Semi Soft. This is a continuation of our ongoing series of a complete East Coast Dyes (ECD) stick setup. In his...
by Elvira G. Aletta, Ph.D | Dec 31, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured, Guest Writers
I’m not blaming anyone. It’s part of our current feel good culture to try to find a remedy for whatever is ailing us. It’s just so hard during this pandemic when ALL of us are somewhat depressed, somewhat anxious and somewhat needing really badly to get away from it...
by Amy McLaughlin-Margolis | Dec 16, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured, Guest Writers
I love insidewink’s latest theme, Being Present. At first glance it seems so simple… “Yeah, yeah… I know how to be present… just breathe, be ‘mindful’, be here now… blah, blah, blah”. But is it really that simple? How present are we, actually? Amy...
by Archie Adams | Dec 15, 2020 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
Green Living On A Homestead In The Winter Most homesteading families committed to green living set up their homes far away from congested areas. Living green promotes a healthy environment by producing as little waste as possible and proper disposal of that waste....
by Dove Rose | Dec 13, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured
How we face every moment has an impact on us and others… and in every moment we have a choice. 5 tips to stay grounded through challenging moments when you ask – do I Scream or Smile? Being present can conjure up images of a mindfulness retreat, or that...
by Lisa Rogers | Dec 9, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured, Guest Writers, Social Issues
In her continuing series chronicling her journey away from one-use plastic, Lisa Rogers takes a look at water bottles. Does Drinking Water Have to be Linked to One-Use Plastic? That the single most fundamental need for our survival on a daily basis has become so...
by insidewink | Dec 5, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured, Guest Writers
4 Simple Holiday Wellness Tips Celebrate the season without losing your marbles or abandoning health & fitness goals. Take time to recharge, set limits and check in with yourself so you can actually enjoy the holidays! FITNESS 1. Unplug from the Fitness Apps....
by Coach Mac | Dec 1, 2020 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
Coach Mac from Verdugo Lacrosse shares with us another lacrosse equipment review. In this article, Coach Mac will be reviewing the ECD DNA Lacrosse Head. Why Lacrosse Players Should Use It The ECD DNA Men’s Lacrosse Head meets regulations for youth, high school, and...
by Alison Martin | Nov 25, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured, Interviews, Videos
insidewink co-founders, Jean Trebek and Alison Martin, discuss being grateful even in the midst of the messiness of life with Kristi Nelson, Executive Director of gratefulness.org and author of “Wake Up Grateful” “My practice is grateful living. And...
by Archie Adams | Nov 24, 2020 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
If you are considering being a homesteader or already homesteading, below are a few homesteading ideas to help you improve your skills for successful homesteading: A Must-Have for Successful Homesteading Homesteads are all different, but most have some things...
by Amy McLaughlin-Margolis | Nov 20, 2020 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
When I think about insidewink’s theme of Improvement, I am inspired. I am one of those people, who even on my toughest days, is always committed to being the best version of myself. But, there is something I want to share that so important for all of us to recognize…...
by Dove Rose | Nov 7, 2020 | Expert Advice, Featured, Guest Writers
“Addicted To Improvement”- It’s a real thing, people! And I should know because I definitely drift into this pattern at times. The good thing is that I catch myself when I am leaning that way and I make a conscious choice to come back to one of my...
