Debra Smouse O'Connor

Writer. Editor. Life Coach. Helping Folks Create a Life They Love

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“We can't take any credit for our talents. It's how we use them that counts.”-- Madeleine L'Engle

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“It is never a waste of time to be outdoors, and never a waste of time to rest, even for a few hours.” -- May Sarton

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“To simply wait and be bored has become a novel experience in modern life, but from the perspective of concentration training, it’s incredibly valuable.” --Cal Newport

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“One of the secrets of a happy life is continuous small treats.”--Iris Murdoch

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“Find something only you can say” -- James Dickey

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Need some fresh ideas for summer grilling? My favorite grocery store @DorothyLaneMkt has this collection of recipes https://t.co/blpujviD0d

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"Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain." - Joseph Campbell

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“The best portion of a man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.” — William Wordsworth

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“Books are the mirrors of the soul.” -- Virginia Woolf

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“One of the greatest regrets in life is being what others would want you to be, rather than being yourself.” -- Shannon L. Alder

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🌟 Protect Your Marriage from Outside Family Drama! 🌟 Let’s face it—family can be a little… dramatic. But don’t worry, explore ways to keep your marriage thriving amidst the chaos! 💍✨ It's all about building self-trust, setting boundaries, and standing united with your partner. Because nothing says “we’ve got this” like a solid game plan against outside interference!

👉 Read more here: https://t.co/dIpY21qTgQ

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“Beauty is how you feel inside, and it reflects in your eyes. It is not something physical.” -- Sophia Loren

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“Never love anybody who treats you like you’re ordinary.” --Oscar Wilde #love

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🌟 Ever felt like your discipline is just a fancy name for self-abandonment? 🤔 Dive into my latest post, "When Self-Abandonment Looks Like Discipline," and discover how ignoring your own signals can create some serious friction in your life. It’s time to rebuild that self-trust and stop mistaking force for motivation! 💪✨

Check it out here: https://t.co/cnD2zgb6Zc

#SelfCare #Discipline #SelfTrust #LifeLessons

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Want to get ready for summer? My tips for Clearing Clutter for Mind, Body & Soul are hot off the press - get my May 2026 Edition https://t.co/kvyLZii2RW]

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“May you experience each day as a sacred gift woven around the heart of wonder. ” -- John O'Donohue

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"Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves." --James M. Barrie

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🌿 Feeling like you need to escape from it all? Before you pack your bags and run away, why not hit pause for a bit? 🛑✨

Check out "Before You Run Away From Your Life, Try Taking a Sabbath" on https://t.co/XY27CUYz1U! Discover how taking a Sabbath can help you rest, reset, and find that sweet rhythm in life—before burnout knocks at your door.

Trust me, your future self will thank you! 🙌💖

👉 Dive into the details here: https://https://t.co/YBz9QE0jzm

#Sabbath #SelfCare #RestAndReset #DebrasMouse

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"We have, instead (of soot and dirt), disorganization. We have this proliferation of goods. It's the disease of the time." -- Cheryl Mendelson

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"Heaven is always there for us; but this life... this life is a gift to us." -- C. JoyBell C.