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On the road again

January 9, 2018 eric
On the road again
Its the evening of Tuesday, January 9th. It looks like we will be on the road again in about 48 hours. I don't want to get my hopes up, but I can't help it. The transmission mechanic called a few...
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YouTube Channel

January 7, 2018January 7, 2018 eric
YouTube Channel
The YouTube channel has been going now for about a year on Bubba on the Road. I'm not sure what to do about it. It requires a lot of work and honestly, I'm not sure its worth it. I have...
Camping, Technology, Travels2 Comments

Too Damn Cold

January 2, 2018January 5, 2018 eric
Too Damn Cold
It is cold, too damn cold. And its not just here, its all over the central US. We are currently sitting in Kentucky, still stuck without a working transmission and its currently 9 degrees F. We have no propane, so...
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Continuing Struggle for the Core Control Unit

December 18, 2017 eric
Continuing Struggle for the Core Control Unit
Research is good, research is very helpful in making smart decisions. I've gone through several ideas, several manufacturers, several apps, trying to find the best, most robust and most affordable solution for the Core Unit. I still want to use...
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Good Times, Good Neighbors

October 14, 2017 eric
Good Times, Good Neighbors
Yesterday, we were at a Walmart in Bowling Green, KY. We had permission to be there for the weekend from a manager. We are having transmission issues and the soonest we could get in to a campground was Monday, so...
Camping, Repairs, Travels1 Comment

Boondockers Welcome

September 21, 2017 eric
Boondockers Welcome
This is our third night utilizing Boondockers Welcome, and our second at the same host. We hadn't really planned ahead far, but as of now, its working ughwell. Boondockers Welcome basically works as a connection website. You sign up, pay...
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Thousand Trails, Again

September 18, 2017 eric
Thousand Trails, Again
I was wrong about Thousand Trails. I hadn't clicked enough on their website to get to the full details of their expanded plan. While it is indeed $134 a month for the Elite Basic plan that would give us full...
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Welcome to Indiana!

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017 eric
Welcome to Indiana!
New video up, went from Wisconsin to Michigan in one day. Had some medical issues, hopefully everything is smooth from here on out. Welcome to Indiana!
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Post-Labor Day

September 6, 2017 eric
Post-Labor Day
We will be at our current campground for two weeks now. We decided to change and just stick it out here. Its not a bad campground, but the bathrooms could definitely use a thorough cleaning. There aren't many campers here,...
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Bear Cave

September 5, 2017 eric
Bear Cave
We drove about 250 miles today in Labor Day traffic. Fortunately, most of it was going the opposite direction. We ended up in southeast Michigan, where we will stay for four days and then head south back into Indiana to...
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Master Wellness Habits That Stick Through Stress and Busy Days

Master Wellness Habits That Stick Through Stress and Busy Days

Busy adults juggling work, family, and a packed calendar often want healthy lifestyle habits, yet wellness goal challenges keep pulling them into a start-stop loop. The real culprits usually aren’t laziness or lack of motivation; they’re stress management gaps, unrealistic expectations, and all-or-nothing thinking that turns one missed day into a full reset. Self-care consistency gets easier when it’s treated as a learnable skill, something that can fit real life, rather than a personality trait reserved for “disciplined” people. With the right mindset and support, steady progress becomes the default. Borrow Career Goal Skills to Stay Steady on Self-Care Staying true to your career goals often comes down to showing up consistently, even when your motivation dips, because you’ve decided the long game matters. You make a plan that fits your real life, you follow it, and you adjust without abandoning the goal entirely. Sometimes staying committed also means changing direction: if you’re shifting careers, going back to school for an online degree can make it possible to learn while you work. If that’s on your mind, flexible online MBA coursework can help you build knowledge in business, strategy, and management, while also developing leadership, self-awareness, and self-assessment. Build a Wellness Plan You Can Actually Keep This process helps you pick self-care activities you will realistically do, then turn them into a small, repeatable plan that holds up even when life gets hectic. It matters because consistency is less about willpower and more about making the next healthy choice easier to follow through on. Choose activities you genuinely enjoy Start by listing 5 to 10 wellness options you do not dread, like walking, stretching, journaling, calling a friend, or cooking one simple meal. Then circle the ones that fit your current energy, budget, and schedule, because the “best” habit is the one you will repeat. Pick one or two objectives that match your season Turn your wish into a clear target by using the idea that a goal is an aspirational statement about what you want to achieve, such as “feel calmer in the evenings” or “move my body most days.” Choose just one or two for now so you can build momentum without feeling pulled in ten directions. Schedule self-care like a real appointment Put your chosen activities on your calendar with a specific day and time, even if it is only 10 to 20 minutes. If you can, tie it to something you already do, like a walk right after work or five minutes of stretching after brushing your teeth. Set a minimum you can do on busy weeks Decide the smallest version of each habit that still counts, such as “walk for 5 minutes” or “write three sentences.” Minimums protect your streak and your identity as someone who shows up, even when the perfect plan is not possible. Review weekly and adjust without quitting Once a week, check what you actually did and what got in the way, then make one small tweak like moving a time slot or swapping an activity. Keep what worked, drop what did not, and treat the plan like a living draft. Use CBD and Essential Oils Safely for Everyday Calm Once your plan is realistic, it helps to have small tools that make the daily follow-through feel calmer. CBD and essential oils can support self-care by promoting relaxation and easing tension; common uses include adding oils to a diffuser or applying diluted blends to skin, and using CBD oils, gummies, or topicals. Start low and go slow, patch-test oils, never ingest essential oils, and check labels, interactions, and local rules, especially if pregnant or on meds. Next, we’ll cover how to track progress and reset after slips. Wellness Consistency Questions, Answered Q: What’s the simplest way to track progress without obsessing? A: Pick 3 to 5 signals and keep them steady for a month. A quick daily checkmark works, especially when you track the basics like sleep, hydration, movement, stress, and recovery. Review once a week and look for patterns, not perfection. Q: How do I self-assess without judging myself? A: Treat it like information, not a grade. The point of self-assessment is noticing strengths and limitations so you can adjust your plan with kindness. Try one prompt: “What made this easier, and what got in the way?” Q: How can I stay accountable if I don’t have much support? A: Make accountability small and specific: a weekly text to one person, a shared habit tracker, or a standing calendar reminder to report “done or not done.” If you do have someone you trust, a wellness partner can help you follow through without taking over. Q: When I miss a week, how do I restart without relying on willpower? A: Use a “minimum restart” for three days: choose one tiny habit you can’t fail, like a 5-minute walk or filling a water bottle. Tie it to an existing routine, like after brushing your teeth, so the cue carries you. Once you have three wins, add the next small step. Q: Should I track mood and motivation too, or just behaviors? A: Track both, but lightly. Rate energy or mood 1 to 5 once a day, then note one behavior you did anyway. Over time, you’ll see you can act even when motivation is low. Build Consistency by Choosing One Self-Care Habit This Week Consistency can feel hardest when motivation dips, life gets messy, and one missed week turns into “why bother?” The steadier path is the mindset of small commitments, honest check-ins, and embracing challenges as part of sustaining healthy routines, not a sign you’re failing. Over time, that approach builds positive habits, strengthens self-care motivation, and supports long-term wellness maintenance even through imperfect seasons. Consistency is choosing the next small step, especially after a setback.

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