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Holiday on Hold
Barb Mayfield
  • Jan 1
  • 3 min

Holiday on Hold

Over the past three years I have written blog posts listing lessons learned from hosting dozens of family members over the holidays. Last...
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You can’t steal Christmas
Barb Mayfield
  • Dec 24, 2020
  • 2 min

You can’t steal Christmas

Across time there have been many villains who have attempted to rob us of Christmas. Of course, it all started with King Herod (If you fo...
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A very different holiday
Barb Mayfield
  • Dec 18, 2020
  • 2 min

A very different holiday

“Be careful what you wish for!” How often in years past have you found yourself wishing for a slower pace and less “hustle and bustle” at...
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Hindsight is 20/20
Barb Mayfield
  • Dec 11, 2020
  • 3 min

Hindsight is 20/20

A year ago I wrote a blog post titled “2020 Vision,” which opened as follows… "As we enter this century’s decade of the “Roaring 20’s,” w...
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Mentoring Makes a Difference
Barb Mayfield
  • Dec 4, 2020
  • 3 min

Mentoring Makes a Difference

Is anyone out there lacking motivation? I for one have noticed that the world seems to be in a major slump. The pandemic has zapped us ph...
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Intentional Gratitude
Barb Mayfield
  • Nov 27, 2020
  • 2 min

Intentional Gratitude

In this season of Thanksgiving we are encouraged to have an “attitude of gratitude.” Really? Even in 2020, during a pandemic, one might a...
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Food Connects Us
Barb Mayfield
  • Oct 16, 2020
  • 3 min

Food Connects Us

Around the world, eating together is celebrated. Here are 5 tips for promoting shared meals in celebration of World Food Day.
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Don’t complicate family meals
Barb Mayfield
  • Sep 25, 2020
  • 3 min

Don’t complicate family meals

Unrealistic expectations of perfect family meals can get in the way of achieving them. Don't complicate eating together. Plan. Prepare. Do.
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Can family meals lead to longer and healthier lives?
Barb Mayfield
  • Sep 18, 2020
  • 4 min

Can family meals lead to longer and healthier lives?

Family meals are more important than ever as the COVID pandemic accentuates the loneliness epidemic. Eating together may enhance longevity.
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It takes a team
Barb Mayfield
  • Aug 14, 2020
  • 3 min

It takes a team

The team of authors, reviewers, editors, and designers completed four years of work and now Communicating Nutrition is a published book!!
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Communication Can Unite Us
Barb Mayfield
  • Jul 3, 2020
  • 2 min

Communication Can Unite Us

Communication that builds unity begins with listening, leading to trust and respect. It honors diversity and seeks common ground.
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Job Opening: Father
Barb Mayfield
  • Jun 19, 2020
  • 2 min

Job Opening: Father

Fathers benefit children and families in numerous ways. They are stronger, more resilient, and achieve better outcomes. Support fatherhood!
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#BetterTogether
Barb Mayfield
  • Jun 12, 2020
  • 2 min

#BetterTogether

Teamwork accomplishes what solo effort cannot. It brings a greater depth and breadth to communication.
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What do you say when you don’t know what to say?
Barb Mayfield
  • Jun 5, 2020
  • 3 min

What do you say when you don’t know what to say?

What do you say when you don't know what to say? When is silence best? When is speaking out? Now, is the time to speak out.
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How do you spell M-O-T-H-E-R?
Barb Mayfield
  • May 8, 2020
  • 2 min

How do you spell M-O-T-H-E-R?

What characteristics describe a mother? In celebration of Mother's Day, we honor and recognize what it means to be a mother.
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Connect to Communicate – even virtually
Barb Mayfield
  • May 1, 2020
  • 3 min

Connect to Communicate – even virtually

Virtual communication has replaced in-person during our pandemic-induced quarantine. To be successful, we must still effectively connect.
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#TogetherApart - United against a common foe
Barb Mayfield
  • Apr 3, 2020
  • 2 min

#TogetherApart - United against a common foe

Defeating COVID-19 will take a united effort in the battle. We can be #TogetherApart using 5 weapons for the fight.
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Staying socially connected while physically apart
Barb Mayfield
  • Mar 20, 2020
  • 3 min

Staying socially connected while physically apart

Social distancing during the COVID-19 crisis is creating the need to connect in new ways. We must find new ways to stay social connected.
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Lessons from a month on the beach – Year 3
Barb Mayfield
  • Mar 6, 2020
  • 2 min

Lessons from a month on the beach – Year 3

What can we learn from a month at the beach? Vacations are a time for rejuvenation and reflection on what matters most.
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Communicate love with your presence
Barb Mayfield
  • Feb 13, 2020
  • 3 min

Communicate love with your presence

Communicate love with presence rather than presents.
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