: About Me

I have a background in areas related to health promotion as well as behavioral and lifestyle change. This includes a B.A. in Psychology, M.S. in Economics, and a Ph.D. in Metaphysics. Additionally, I hold a license in Cosmetology and certificates in Nutrition, Relaxation and Stress Management. I am passionately interested in all subjects related to enhancing the quality of life for all individuals, and I enjoy facilitating workshops and creating educational formats for personal and professional development.

My passion is ...

One of my passions is definitely promoting social causes that empower people and help make our world a better place.

I know too much about ...

Mmmm....I'll have to think about that one.

My parents always told me ...

My parents, especially Mom, often remarked on how "the best things in life are free".

My childhood ambition ...

I wanted to grow up and become a ballerina.

My favorite memory ...

I have quite a number of favorite memories.

Why I write ...

I write to share ideas that I believe can help others become the best they can be and enhance the quality of their lives.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

I enjoy reading and listening to a wide range of subjects, too long to list here.

My first job ...

My very first job was as a part-time nurse's aide in a local nursing home when I was sixteen.

My best moment ...

Many "best" moments come to mind.

My inspiration ...

My inspiration comes from many different sources depending on my needs at the time and who I find serves as a role model for me at that time.

Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Quitting smoking

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Quitting smoking is certainly difficult, as I discovered for myself. Although I have never been a heavy smoker, I did not like the cravings that seemed to have control over me. I also did not like the way I felt as a smoker and desired a truly healthy body, something my habit contributed nothing positive to. In addition, the thought that my father had died of lung cancer was never far from my mind. But try as I might, my desire to quit smoking did not carry over into long-term action. I tried so many different methods, including nicotine patches, nicotine gum, and hypno...

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