Wendy Miller
Bio
Wendy Miller is a freelance writer & mom coach. Her work has appeared on Her Track, Tiny Beans & Medium. From parenting to relationships, she presents the best tips, advice, and information for life.
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Stories (23/0)
How To Write The Perfect Online Dating Profile
Online dating has become the new norm. Many people find love online, and it's also a great way to meet new friends. Online dating is an experience that can be both rewarding and frustrating. One of the most important things about an online dating profile is how you introduce yourself to others. But, what does it take to write a great online dating profile? And what should you avoid doing? Read on for five tips EVERY woman needs to know when writing their online dating profile.
By Wendy Miller2 years ago in Humans
9 Ways to Love Yourself More — Even If You Don't Think You Deserve It
People often struggle with self-love, but it's one of the most important things we can do for ourselves. Self-love is about finding confidence in yourself and your abilities. It can be hard to know where to start, though. Some people find it easier to love themselves if they have more active social lives or are healthier. Others find that self-love improves when they start practicing hobbies that they love. No matter what works best for you, here are 9 ways to start loving yourself more right now.
By Wendy Miller2 years ago in Motivation
8 Tips to Take Charge of Your PMDD
According to Florida Hospital, 85% of women suffer from PMS symptoms during their childbearing years. Most people, regardless of gender, are familiar with the most common symptoms of cramping, bloating, and irritability. There can be other symptoms as well, such as nervousness, anxiety, visual problems, heart palpitations, an inability to concentrate, and fatigue.
By Wendy Miller2 years ago in Viva
Single Parenting the Holidays: Tips From a Single Mom
The holidays are often difficult for single parents. It can be difficult to find family time and balance work and child care responsibilities with extra demands such as holiday shopping, decorating, and home entertaining. This can lead to feelings of stress, loneliness, and over-exertion.
By Wendy Miller2 years ago in Families
A Quick Guide to Practicing Self-Care
The idea of self-care isn't new. It's been around for centuries, in different cultures and in various forms. But for many people, taking care of themselves is low on the priority list, either because they don't know how to prioritize it or they feel like taking care of themselves doesn't “count” unless it's something big. That couldn't be further from the truth! Here are some simple ways to practice self-care that can give you a mood boost, reduce stress levels, and help you take better care of your body.
By Wendy Miller2 years ago in Longevity
Dating After Divorce: 5 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid
The end of a marriage, no matter how much you expected it or even wanted it, can be a very sad thing. It’s a simple, single word to describe the destruction of your entire life. That destruction can make you feel lost, lonely, confused, adrift as you try to figure out a new normal.
By Wendy Miller3 years ago in Humans
Spot the Narcissist: 6 Signs You Might Be Dating a Narcissist
I didn’t know I was dating a narcissist until we broke up and a friend suggested it to me. As soon as she did and I began researching it, it was clear as could be. The signs were so obvious that I had to question how I had missed them for the two years that we were together.
By Wendy Miller3 years ago in Humans
Bridging Two Worlds: When To Bring the Kids and the New Partner Together
One of the biggest questions single parents have when it comes to dating is, when do I introduce the kids to my new partner? It’s not an easy question to answer, and everyone will have a different opinion.
By Wendy Miller4 years ago in Humans
Self-Care During a Breakup or Divorce
Self-care is always important, but when you’re going through a breakup or divorce, it might be even more critical. Life is hard enough, and the emotional stress and turmoil of a breakup just makes it worse.Self-care won’t make it all better, but it will help if it’s done correctly. Self-care during a breakup or divorce requires you to cover all areas of life: psychological, physical, emotional, professional, personal, and spiritual.
By Wendy Miller4 years ago in Humans
Self-Care for the Busy Mom (It’s Not a Joke!)
Too often, we believe that being a good mom means putting everyone ahead of ourselves. The fact is, if we don’t take care of ourselves, we get burnt out. We lose patience and emotional balance and often find ourselves doing things we don’t want to do, like yelling. Self-care for busy moms is neither a joke nor a frill. It’s a crucial part of your life, and you need to make time for it.
By Wendy Miller4 years ago in Families
Meditation, Yoga, And Me
I often tend to be a bit of a Type A person, with checklists, spreadsheets, and things of that nature. This is not the kind of person I want to be, nor does my life lend itself well to that kind of personality. I’m raising kids, who are free-spirited and spontaneous, working for myself which means working unconventional hours at times, and in a relationship with someone who loves taking spur-of-the-moment trips.
By Wendy Miller4 years ago in Longevity