Posted on Monday, March 18, 2013 by Life_and_Relationships
A recent new book caught my eye. Duct Tape Parenting So, another use for duct tape? Now, I do love the new colored stuff...and truly what doesn't duct tape do? We have constructed school projects, fixed an aquarium, made a wallet and held together a bike with the sticky stuff in my family. And now, author Vicki Hoefle, offers the suggestion of using duct tape . . . more »
Posted on Friday, February 22, 2013 by PlaneTree_Center
From February 24 to March 2, the Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) is collaborating on a variety of activities for adults and young people– free presentations (one for adults and one for teens), an essay contest for middle and high school students, and informative in-library displays. Details are featured in February's PlaneTalk, the newsletter for PlaneTree Health Information Center. SCCLD is offering these events . . . more »
Posted on Thursday, January 17, 2013 by Life_and_Relationships
Are you happy? Well, get happy because happiness makes you successful. At least that’s one way of looking at it according to author and former Harvard professor Shawn Achor. In his book, The Happiness Advantage, Achor shows how happy people are more likely to succeed while people who are unhappy are more likely to fail. His book is a tool kit for growing happiness with . . . more »
Posted on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 by PlaneTree_Center
PlaneTree Health Information Center @ the Cupertino Library Each time we create a new issue of the PlaneTree Health Information Center newsletter, we're always curious to discover which topics will interest readers most. The most popular links are often ones in "News You Can Use," a recurring column highlighting news articles of practical value. The 2 run-away favorites in our January 2013 PlaneTalk link . . . more »
Posted on Monday, December 31, 2012 by GLorraine
What would you like to change in your life? New Years is traditionally the time to stop, take inventory and set positive goals for the months ahead. While it’s useful to take stock of your personal achievements and set a course for self-improvement, don’t forget to be gentle with yourself as you strive to meet your goals. It’s normal to encounter occasional setbacks . . . more »
