If you or a loved one have ever received care from a nurse, thank Florence Nightingale, pioneer in nursing and healthcare. Although her service to the world is over, the work and efforts of Nightingale are still felt today. Named the founder of modern nursing, Nightingale laid the foundation of professional nursing with the opening of her nursing… Read More
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4 Ways to Set Boundaries for Optimal Health and Well-Being
I will and I can create healthy habits. It is not enough to acquire healthy boundaries. One must acquire healthy behavior change. We live in a time where we are constantly on the go, working long hours, and raising our children, but that should not stop us from living in optimal health and tranquility. Learning about behavior… Read More
Where in the World is Nellie Bly?
Nellie Bly was a pioneer in the field of investigative journalism. She lived by the motto “Energy Rightly Applied Can Accomplish Anything.” Born Elizabeth Jane Cochran in 1864, her original plan was to become a teacher. However, after her father died unexpectedly, her family’s financial hardships forced her to drop out of school. While helping… Read More
Billie Holiday: The Rose That Grew From Concrete
“If I’m going to sing like someone else, then I don’t need to sing at all.” – Billie Holiday That quote says it all! Her voice was unique and undeniable. Her soulful delivery conveyed a beauty and emotion like no other, making her one of the greatest jazz artists of all time. This was the… Read More
How to Keep Your Mouth from Running Away from Your Mind!
Ever wish you could stuff those words back in your mouth? It happens to all of us, at one time or another – mostly because we don’t consciously communicate! Check out this week’s video on how to “taste our words before we speak them.”
What Will Be Oprah’s Greatest Legacy?
“We can’t become what we need to be by remaining what we are.” With so many accomplishments to her credit, it’s hard to find any one word that embodies everything that is Ms. Oprah Winfrey. Entrepreneur, activist, media mogul, actress and philanthropist are all accurate, and yet they hardly scratch the surface in capturing the… Read More