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Spring Cleaning
by JANEY GOUDE

Last week my oldest daughter looked at our dining table centerpiece and asked, "Mom, if you went in someone's home and they had this much dust, what would you say?" I told her if I knew they'd had a month like we just had, I'd give them a pass. Long story Read More...

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Try It, You'll Like It
by JANEY GOUDE

"When you catch yourself becoming irritated or disturbed at circumstances, stop and laugh at the little things that steal your peace." - Debi Pearl Driving down the road last week, I caught myself being entertained by other drivers. Granted, I wasn't Read More...

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Life Changing List
by JANEY GOUDE

Would you like to know how to make time for what is important to you? The answer is as simple as two little letters: N-O. But simple is not always easy. Actually saying "No" can be difficult. Knowing when to say "No" can be equally challenging. Basic Read More...

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Valentine Surprise
by JANEY GOUDE

As a kid I intensely disliked Valentine's Day. I've always been an over-analyzer, so deciding which card was right for which friend was painful. Should I give Abbie the puppy or the kitty Valentine? What if she spells her name "Abi"? What if I forget Read More...

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Perspectives in Client Care: The First Time, Every Time
by JANEY GOUDE

Who did you choose for your perspective challenge? Whether it was someone at work or someone at home, a common source of conflict is that one person is grappling with the situation for the first time, while the other person either deals with the situation Read More...

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Balancing Perspectives--Right or Wrong?
by JANEY GOUDE

Two weeks ago we started a series on how our perspective influences client care...for better or worse. When it comes right down to it, I only have one perspective: mine. I can say I am open-minded and accepting of others' viewpoints, but every circumstance Read More...

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De-fusing Your Workplace
by JANEY GOUDE

This time of year can be joyous, exciting and wonderful. But it can also be a time filled with sadness, stress and short fuses. The stress of the holidays can lead people to act in ways they normally wouldn't. Situations that are usually no big deal can Read More...

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