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Heather Beaumont
“I spend too much time sitting at my computer. So, for me, balance involves getting away from my desk. Sometimes I do Body Combat or step exercises in front of the computer, but at least I’m standing up! I enjoy listening to music, cooking and baking (and eating) and going for meditative or brisk walks in different parks. I make time for the people who make me laugh and who appreciate me. At night, I review what brought me joy, things I need to work on, and I say thank you for the day’s gifts.”
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How to say no to negative people
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Jeannie Phan
Jeannie Phan is an internationally published Vietnamese-Canadian illustrator…
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