Ask Elizabeth: The Honesty of Children

Dear Elizabeth,
While some may dismiss children’s words, I recently listened carefully to a young child who saw something amiss in my health. Why do people not listen to children?

Signed,

Listening in Lebanon

Dear Listening in Lebanon,

I always listen carefully to what children are saying. They can be very observant, honest, and forthright — sometimes more so than adults who would rather be polite than honest. The same thing happened to me recently, and I am glad I listened. This is why it’s also important to have good friends who are honest with you.  A serious health crisis was averted!

Ask Elizabeth: Extra Time Can Be A Good Thing

Dear Elizabeth,

Since my break-up with “Mr. Wonderful,” I have extra time on my hands. Any suggestions of helpful activities to fill my time?

Signed,
Extra Time in Ephrata

Dear Extra Time in Ephrata,

Put your extra time to good use by helping others. Organizations are always in need of help. By helping others, you will feel a sense of satisfaction. I have always done volunteer work and it helped others and me, too. Whatever your interest, there is a volunteering experience out there for each of you!

Ask Elizabeth: Moving On Tips From My Third Book

Dear Elizabeth,

I need some of your feisty tips for moving on from the unbelievable actions of my “Mr.Wonderful.”

Signed,

Help Needed in Haven

Dear Help Needed in Haven,

I have had many tips shared with me as I was a vendor at holistic fairs. I will offer you the first three from my third book.

1. Always keep your sense of humor.

2. Dwell on the positive.

3. Karma always returns to those who need to learn a lesson.

My third book, The Feisty Woman’s Guide to Surviving Mr.Wonderful Feisty Women Helping Feisty Women, has plenty of additional tips for you if you need any more.

Hang in there.

Ask Elizabeth: Taking "Me" Time

Dear Elizabeth,

I am always doing things for others but feel that I do not get enough time for “me.” Do you ever feel the same way?

Signed,
Needing a Rest in NY

Dear Needing a Rest in NY,

All women that I know feel the same way. They are busy with jobs, children, and life in general. A few friends have scheduled some “me” time every day, for starters, just to unwind. Some take a walk with a neighbor, share a cup of tea or just journal. This break time has worked wonders. We all need to schedule time every day for ourselves just to be the best we can the best for ourselves and others.

Ask Elizabeth: Dealing with Disappointment

Dear Elizabeth,

I had a lot of disappointments in my life recently. Any suggestions for a better New Year?

Signed,
Disappointed in Dover

Dear Disappointed in Dover,

One of my friends just ask me the same thing and I offered her these words: “Just live in the moment and time will help you heal, forgive, and forget.” Great words for all of us as we deal with the disappointments of life. Hope that this works for you!

Ask Elizabeth: Needing Extra in Life

Dear Elizabeth,

I am feeling the need for something extra in my life. Any suggestions?

Signed,
Needing Something More in New Britain

Dear Needing Something More in New Britain

Maybe you just need to have some more fun in your life! Do you remember to take time now and then to play or do things just for fun? We all should always have fun, no matter what we are doing. You deserve as much fun as you can fit into your life every day.

Do something fun at least once or twice a day. Enjoy!!

Ask Elizabeth: Therapies of Alternate Types

Dear Elizabeth,

Traditional medicine is not working for me at all. Do have any suggestions?

Seeking Alternative Care in Carlisle

Dear Seeking Alternative Care in Carlisle,

I also have sought alternative medical care and it has helped me a lot. You might try a chiropractor, an acupuncturist, a reiki master, or a nutritionist. Others I know have sought out a medium or an astrologist. Do your research and find out what might work for you. Good luck!