How I did it: No caffeine after noon. Regular bedtime. Get rid of sleep medications and balance my other medications appropriately. Turn off TV and computer. Nice bedtime rituals. Comfortable bedroom. Get more exercise during the day. Destress and release worries by writing them down or talking to friends. Shades open so the sunrise wakes me up. Stretch in the morning. Have something to look forward to every morning. Be aware of stress pat… Read how I did it…
How I did it: After having given up on making friends for many years because I was tired of having to make new friends again and again after each cross-country move - I was bitter over having to reconnect with people and put so much work into friendships that would probably end again anyways. But then I went through a divorce and was really lonely. I had to make a few friends. My perspective shifted. I felt like living in th… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I found a great deal in a down market. I found a short sale. I will turn a one family into a two family and rent out 1/3 of my home. It truly is a dream come true. I can't believe how fortunate I am. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I cleaned out my closet of things that did not flatter me, only keeping what I truly love.Then - I went school shopping in the fall for some basics and have been picking up funky accents for the last few months.Since the beginning of the year I have even found a necklace and a couple of bracelets that I love. Accessories???? I haven't worn accessories since college!Last week I even replaced my black winter coat with a blue one… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I realized that it was about finding MY balance and that sometimes I'd be happy and sometimes I wouldn't. I had to find my own purpose and stop caring about what other people thought and enjoy being who I was. If I wanted to be an odd duck sometimes just for the fun of it - I could do just that. Why dance to the same tune as everybody else? Read how I did it…
How I did it: I found the best PERSON for the in-law apartment who needed a safe, comfortable, nice place to live, at a reasonable price. I paid attention to how my boyfriend managed his rental properties for the last 3 years. Then I decided I was ready to finally jump in and rent my in-law.My tenant took the keys two weeks ago and is slowly moving in over the next month. It's a little extra money that I can use to improve the house a… Read how I did it…
How I did it: In the past I have walked the beach alone with my MP3 player, listening to books on tape. I've also walked on tread mills at the gym. Neither one of these activities really worked for me; I grew bored rather quickly and gave up the program.My boyfriend, Bob, suggested a couple of weeks ago that we go for a walk together to get some exercise. I agreed and we were off. Since then we've been going on walks around Lynn… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I collected books from everywhere - libraries, bookstores, rummage sales, etc. I got some of them for twenty-five cents and some for "slightly more". I have fiction and non-fiction . . . a lot of educational material as well as novels. One of my favorites is Rememberance of Things Past.For awhile I had the theory that if I could just collect enough books I wouldn't have to move again. I don't believe this… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I spent all of my 20s and early 30s in college and moving around the country. I did a broad range of different jobs - waitress, nonprofit art gallery assistant, nanny, house painter, sweater factory manager, state capitol tour guide, college teaching assistant, artists' commune textile teacher, . . . now, all of these experiences influence my teaching practice. When I teach my high school students … Read how I did it…
How I did it: My memory problems were related to a depression, so I overcame it by healthy living: Eating right, exercising regularly, maintaining a regular sleep schedule.Taking all medications as perscribed by doctors.See a therapist on a regular basis - I couldn't help all the people in my life if I didn't get the support I need. Build close connections with friends and relatives.In part I know that I can't remember everything that … Read how I did it…
How I did it: I realized that I was watching a bunch of junk. At the end of my TV watching career I was having to watch and rewatch programs because I wasn't even paying attention to them. It was pointless to have it on. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I believe in using all the resources that are available to you. Sometimes one doesn't have to know how to fix a car - one just needs to know a mechanic. The same principle applies to cleaning one's room! About 2 months ago I hired a cleaning woman. She's fabulous. I don't know what I'd do without her now. She came in and swept away all the clutter. She organized all my books and made my bed. … Read how I did it…
How I did it: I took a Calculus class at Salem State College with Professor John Gambino. He's an exceptionally dedicated man with a solid understanding of the subject area. I didn't quite click with his teaching style; I tend to prefer someone who is a bit warmer, but he got the job done. I would recommend him as a no-nonsense teacher. I walked into the classroom with some major deficits - lack of triginometry specifically.&nbs… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I made an appointment with Jay Eaton at Salem Fitness in Salem, MA. I've been seeing him for about a year and a half. At first I worked with him for two days a week, then I added the third day. It's just a part of my routine. I have it on my calendar so I go. It's like brushing my teeth or going to work. If it's Monday, Wednesday or Saturday I know I have to meet with Jay. Sometimes our schedules … Read how I did it…
How I did it: I'm technically still working out some of the kinks, but I feel I have completed this goal. I am using the computer but running into lots of changes that I have to make. I had to buy Microsoft Office which was expensive. I had to transfer all of my data from my old computer to the new one. I had to redo a lot of my connections. I still don't have access to all my old emails. Read how I did it…
How I did it: We took a tour in Niagra Falls. It was a bit on the expensive side and only lasted about 20 minutes, but for a once in a lifetime experience, it was worth it. Read how I did it…
