The Zen Mama’s Blog
Welcome to the Zen Mama's Blog where you can find inspiration on being a parent! Betsy Henry is a teacher, mother, wife and also the author of HOW TO BE A ZEN MAMA and the ZEN MAMA'S BOOK OF QUOTES.
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Monthly Archives: November 2011
Make This A Really Good Day
Yes, I know that Thanksgiving is over. But since I promised this year to Celebrate Thanksgiving Every Day, I need to share this Ted Video called, Louie Schwartzberg: Nature. Beauty. Gratitude. Thanks to A Certain Simplicity, the site that I … Continue reading
Some Inspirational Buys And A Zen Mama Give Away!
Over the past year I’ve come across some great books and products and would love to pass on the recommendations: Loaded with sensible advice, Zen-Sational Living and Booyah Spirit are road-maps for making good decisions and being your best. From … Continue reading
You Just Say “Thank You”
Heart felt, simple thanks. Sometimes the smallest thanks means the most. And sometimes those kind of thanks go unsaid because you think your loved one knows already. Do you think saying thank you has become a chore? When you say … Continue reading
Posted in Gratitude, Inspirational Movie Monday
Tagged finding gratitude, saying thanks, thank you ted video
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Celebrate Thanksgiving Every Day!
“Gratitude is not only the greatest of the virtues but the parent of all others.” ~Cierco Isn’t it amazing we have a holiday that is set aside to be thankful for the abundance in our lives? I love Thanksgiving for … Continue reading
How To Make Your Day Last Forever
“Smile, breathe and go slowly.” – Thich Nhat Hanh I think I hear it and say it everyday: “I don’t have enough time! I’m too busy!” And now the Christmas Season is on it’s way… It’s overwhelming! And quite honestly … Continue reading
7 Ways To Become An Active Listener
“We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.” ~Epictetus Do you know the secret to a better marriage? Do you know the best way to connect with your children? Do … Continue reading
Posted in Changing Ourselves, Parenting
Tagged active listening, listening, listening to others, parenting and listening
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