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Through my years of working to help people realize the power that they have over their lives, I am repeatedly surprised and saddened to see their frustration at being “victimized” by the world around them. But magic and lessons happen every day. I see the magic in all of our everyday lives and share the lessons. I hope you enjoy my tales and share them.

Stop Hoping…Start Changing
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Stop Hoping…Start Changing

Sarah Hiner | July 2, 2020

If we want change, protesting is not enough…and hoping is not enough..  It is on each of us to be the change that we want …in our lives every day.  What can you do to make that difference?

Save Yourself First from Coronavirus…and Beyond
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Save Yourself First from Coronavirus…and Beyond

Sarah Hiner | June 25, 2020

Simple and cheap ways to reduce our odds of transmitting and contracting the coronavirus. Yes…you…can

Why Can’t We Just Be People?
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Why Can’t We Just Be People?

Sarah Hiner | June 11, 2020

If what we want is unity, then why the extreme focus on labeling and segmenting groups? Why can’t we just be people?

What World Have We Created for Our Children?
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What World Have We Created for Our Children?

Sarah Hiner | June 4, 2020

We birthed innocent children and too many grew into lost, aggressive destroyers Where did we go wrong?

Contradictory Policies Undermining the Return to Life
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Contradictory Policies Undermining the Return to Life

Sarah Hiner | May 28, 2020

The contradictions in COVID-19 policies are increasing frustration and undermining our need and ability to be personally responsible for all aspects of our lives.

I Flew During a Pandemic, and It Was Just Fine
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I Flew During a Pandemic, and It Was Just Fine

Sarah Hiner | May 21, 2020

What is it like to fly when coronavirus still hangs over us? A little creepy, but mostly quite lovely. No lines. No waiting. And right on time.

There Is More to Do Beyond Masks for Safety…Do You Love Yourself Enough?
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There Is More to Do Beyond Masks for Safety…Do You Love Yourself Enough?

Sarah Hiner | May 14, 2020

If we really want to beat COVID-19, we must add to our list of “community obligations” taking steps to improve our own health.

The Importance of Herd Immunity
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The Importance of Herd Immunity

Sarah Hiner | May 7, 2020

Excessive use of hand sanitizers and other germ-killing/avoidance strategies is not helping our bodies prepare to fight COVID or the next novel illness.

We Are the Champions
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We Are the Champions

Sarah Hiner | April 30, 2020

With good words…good deeds…good thoughts…and powerful actions, we can beat the challenges we face as we start to recover from the COVID-19 quarantine.

We Are People Who Need People
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We Are People Who Need People

Sarah Hiner | April 23, 2020

There’s no substitute for face-to-face human interaction…no matter how fast your Wi-Fi or how good your screen resolution. People need to connect.

The Dangers of Moving the Coronavirus Goalpost
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The Dangers of Moving the Coronavirus Goalpost

Sarah Hiner | April 16, 2020

Scientists have found ways to treat COVID-19 and reduce risk of getting it. So why do governors seem to be moving the goal to “no more disease”?

Make the Most of Your Time At Home
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Make the Most of Your Time At Home

Sarah Hiner | April 9, 2020

What a rare gift to have weeks without social obligations and other time pressures. What will you do with that time?

Will You Be Ready When the Quarantine Is Over?
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Will You Be Ready When the Quarantine Is Over?

Sarah Hiner | April 2, 2020

Looking beyond day-to-day survival tasks to the big picture and dreams of the future are vital to getting back to life when the quarantine is over.

Watch Your Neck: The Next Wave of the Pandemic
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Watch Your Neck: The Next Wave of the Pandemic

Sarah Hiner | March 26, 2020

: Working at home in a makeshift office and hunching over your laptop is putting you at risk for head, neck and back pain. Here’s how to avoid it.

Finish On a Happy Thought
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Finish On a Happy Thought

Sarah Hiner | March 19, 2020

Feeling overwhelmed by the news? Don’t end a conversation in chaos…finish with a moment of positive imagery or opportunity.