Shelley Wenger
Bio
Small town country girl in southern Pennsylvania. Raising two boys on a small farm filled with horses, goats, chickens, rabbits, ducks, dogs, and a cat. Certified veterinary technician and writer at Virtually Shelley.
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Imposter Syndrome
Though people have been doubting themselves throughout time, it finally got a name in 1978. It is called imposter syndrome. This basically means that a person doubts themselves. However, it can be even worse than just being insecure and having some doubts. In fact, many who suffer from imposter syndrome are so scared, they are unable to do anything about it.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Motivation
Six Tips to Declutter Your Home
Too many people live in clutter. They have things all over their home or apartment, making it seem smaller than it needs to be. However, it doesn't have to be this way. You can make a few small changes, and it could make a big difference in your life.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Lifehack
Tips to Engage Your Employees
Finding quality employees is never easy. You may have to search for weeks (or even months) to find someone who is qualified for the position that you are offering. However, qualifications are not everything. You need to find someone who is going to be an asset to your company.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Motivation
Tips to Talk to Your Parents
It can be really hard to watch your parents as they get older. It can be difficult to watch things that used to come so easily to them become a struggle. Even daily tasks like keeping up after the laundry and house can become too much. The lawn, which used to always be mowed, may look like it has been weeks since anyone touched it!
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Families
Tips to Keep Your Marriage Alive
There are many jobs that keep families apart. Many businessmen and women travel across the country for their job. They may spend a few days or even weeks away from their spouse and family. Commercial truck drivers are also known for spending a lot of time away from their family in order to provide for them.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Families
Should You Have an Open Adoption?
When you decide to adopt a child, there are many different options that you may not have ever thought of. You might want to adopt a child from another country, though there are plenty in the United States that are available also. You may want to find one who has some special needs, because you want to give him or her the best life possible. There are even times when you can choose to adopt a child, while the mother is still pregnant.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Families
Signs of Stress as a Caregiver
It doesn't matter if you have been thrown into caregiving, or you have had time to gradually become one. Either way, it can be very stressful and hard. Many caregivers still have to take care of their families and their loved ones. They may have their own house to care for, along with their parent's home too. Many continue to work full-time on top of their caregiver duties.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Psyche
Your Oversized Purse
Many women carry a huge purse filled with items that they think that they need to have with them. However, when they do need something, they struggle to find anything quickly and easily. For this reason, you should go through your purse and figure out what you should have in there and what you should just leave at home.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Lifehack
Getting through the Holidays
Holidays can be stressful, even in the best of times. However, if you have lost a loved one recently, you may be dreading this holiday season. You may not be looking forward to celebrating at all, even though you may have plenty of others to spend time with.
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Families
Women and Work:
No matter what the year is, most women take on too much. They are expected to raise the family, keep the house clean, and contribute to the household by working. This can be overwhelming for most women. Actually, it is too much for any woman, though some will try to do it all (and do it well).
By Shelley Wenger3 years ago in Journal
Are You Ready to Buy A Home?
Before you decide to buy a home, you need to make sure that you are ready. So, how do you know if you are ready to make the leap to homebuyer? Before you make that decision, you are going to need to take a good look at your finances.
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Lifehack
Tips to Stay Safe
More and more people are exploring a new way to vacation by packing up their RV and driving around the country. This can be a great adventure because you can see a lot of different and unique places while you are out and about. You may even find some that you weren't even expecting, which leads to even more fun. You also don't have to stick to a certain plan. You can drive where ever the wind takes you!
By Shelley Wenger4 years ago in Wander