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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.

Playing for the Long Term
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Playing for the Long Term

Sarah Hiner | March 12, 2020

Immediate gratification is great. We all like to keep score. But the long-term game reduces anxiety and provides a different level of success.

Why The Rocky Mountains Are My Happy Place
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Why The Rocky Mountains Are My Happy Place

Sarah Hiner | March 5, 2020

Millions of dollars are spent a year on antidepressants, and yet time in nature fuels all of those “happy hormones.” The mountains are my happy place… where is yours?

Stop Pushing Pills On Our Kids
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Stop Pushing Pills On Our Kids

Sarah Hiner | February 27, 2020

The health-care crisis begins in childhood…when we teach children to solve their problems with pills and prescriptions. Let’s teach resilience and prevention instead.

Give a Gift…Get a Gift
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Give a Gift…Get a Gift

Sarah Hiner | February 20, 2020

Loving the “gift economy.” Spreads joy to others while cleaning out all that “stuff” that is too good to pitch and too small to sell.

We Are Strangling Ourselves from Tightness
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We Are Strangling Ourselves from Tightness

Sarah Hiner | February 13, 2020

Tight muscles? Neck pain? Back pain? Welcome to the club. I’m tired of strangling myself from stress and poor posture. The solution—stretching!

The Endless Array of Amazing Sights Surrounding Us
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The Endless Array of Amazing Sights Surrounding Us

Sarah Hiner | February 6, 2020

Our world grows when we shift the filters we use to see things. There are new images at every turn. We just have to look for them.

Get the Little Things Right
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Get the Little Things Right

Sarah Hiner | January 30, 2020

Richard Carlson said, “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff.” I disagree. When it comes to your reputation, it’s the small stuff that matters first.

Happy Relationships Have Many Faces
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Happy Relationships Have Many Faces

Sarah Hiner | January 23, 2020

What would you do if your spouse or partner had an opportunity to work far away? Relocation is not a must. There are many creative solutions.

Beware of That Voice in Your Head
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Beware of That Voice in Your Head

Sarah Hiner | January 16, 2020

What is it about that little voice in our heads that can take the best day and turn it into a moment of insecurity? Beware—that voice lies.

The Downside of Too Much Love
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The Downside of Too Much Love

Sarah Hiner | January 9, 2020

Too much "love" cost our dog four teeth. Too much love is costing our young people even more.

Managing Your Family’s Food in the New Year
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Managing Your Family’s Food in the New Year

Sarah Hiner | January 2, 2020

Have you heard of a "feeding disorder"? It's the obsessive need for parents to worry about and control the intake of loved ones. Are you complicit?

My 6 Favorite Stress Busters Good for Any Situation
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My 6 Favorite Stress Busters Good for Any Situation

Sarah Hiner | December 26, 2019

When tensions rise and tempers flare, my 6 favorite anywhere anytime stress busters can help calm you down.

How Do You Take the Hill?
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How Do You Take the Hill?

Sarah Hiner | December 19, 2019

When you face a challenge, do you fight...watch...take it slow...or quit? Fascinating lessons learned from watching a group of marathoners.

Sing Loud…Sing Proud
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Sing Loud…Sing Proud

Sarah Hiner | December 12, 2019

it’s easy to criticize those who put themselves out there. It’s hard to be the one that poses the ideas…and tries to lead

The Most Important Question You Can Ask: “Why?”
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The Most Important Question You Can Ask: “Why?”

Sarah Hiner | December 5, 2019

There is one word...one question...that can protect your health and your money— why?