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Increase Your Self Confidence: 5 Easy Steps

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Watch your negative self-talk; you know, that endless chatter that goes on in your mind, usually telling you why you can’t do what you want to do. Having an attitude of gratitude makes you realize just how much you have going for you. Don’t focus on the areas where you think you fall short. Be grateful. Look after yourself.

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Do You Hate Your Job?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He felt he had to keep it to make sure that I could stay home with the babies and that we had food and shelter. If the job you do or the industry you are in is on the verge of collapse or if you have to watch every word and deed to avoid reprimand, it can be very stressful. Plus, he felt trapped in the job. Get a life outside of work.

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Meet a Reader | Jennifer from Arkansas

The Frugal Girl

We have significant food restrictions so sourcing our own is helpful health-wise & cost-effective too. Used bookstores, fair trade products, and locally sourced food/baskets/pottery are favorites, in addition to monthly outings with my kids. We have several food intolerances/needs so cooking is just mostly easier/cheaper.

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