This month, my “Quips and Tips” articles ranged from Valentine’s Day gift ideas to having multiple babies because of fertility treatments…with a little bit of Maui thrown in for good luck!

What’s really on my mind, however, is my “Make Money Blogging” course that I’ll soon be teaching through Simon Fraser University, in Vancouver. I’m thrilled at the opportunity to share what I’ve learned over the years…and I love earning money from my blog writing! If you’re in Vancouver in May, I hope to see you at the course. Questions? Ask me below!

Okay, here’s a roundup of my most recent articles on Quips and Tips, See Jane Soar, and Psychology at Suite101…

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New Articles on Quips & Tips for Successful Writers

Fear of Success for Writers – Signs of Self-Sabotage in the Writing Life – Some writers are afraid of rejection (also known as “failure”), while others are afraid of succeeding. This article describes what fear of success really means for writers

5 Ways to Overcome Fear of Success for Writers – If I write describe a problem, then I need to help solve it, right?

7 Ways for Extroverts to Increase Their Writing Productivity – because I realized that people with extroverted personality traits may struggle with the writing life more than people with introverted personality traits!

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New Articles on Quips & Tips for Achieving Your Goals

5 Anti-Aging Foods and Proteins That Reduce Skin Problems – I wrote a great article for MSN Health a couple years ago. This is an excerpt of that article, plus a link to the original.

14 Unique, Creative Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Him and Her – because Valentine’s Day is just ‘round the corner, and I don’t know what to get for my sweetheart…

How to Make Conversation for Introverts – Tips for Small Talk – because people with introverted personality traits don’t always find chit chat easy (I know I don’t!).

Top 10 Things to Do in Maui – Best Tips for Traveling in Hawaii – I loved my vacation in Maui, and am already planning my return trip.

10 Reasons to Stay at the Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas in Hawaii – this is one of the few hotels I’d return to. Perfect in many ways, and not just because it’s on one of the most gorgeous beaches in Maui!

Why Couples Break Up – 10 Types of Relationship Problems – I wrote this for Suite101 about three years ago, and decided to edit and reprint it on Quips and Tips. It’s good stuff!

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New Articles on Quips & Tips for Couples Coping With Infertility

Prescription Drug Treatments for Female Infertility – Some medications can help women with specific health problems (polycycstic ovarian syndrome, for instance) get pregnant.

3 Fertility Operations for Women Who Can’t Get Pregnant – Some surgeries can help women get pregnant, if they have scarred or blocked fallopian tubes…or even if they’ve been sterilized!

How Fertility Treatments and Drugs Contribute to Multiple Births – A press release, about how infertility treatments are connected to twins, triplets, and so on. Interesting!

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New Articles on Quips & Tips for Spiritual Seekers

6 Tips for Overcoming Distractions When Praying or Meditating  – A joint article with my blog partner, Gini Grey…because if you pray or meditate, you know you get distracted!

6 Spiritual Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day – Because one way to say “I love you” on Valentine’s Day is to deepen your spiritual connection.

Easy Meditation – 3 Quick Meditation Techniques for a Busy Life – Written by guest author Alannah Jantzen, this article describes how to meditate even during the busy seasons of your life. 

Spiritual Meditation Practices – 4 Different Meditation Techniques – Gini describes four different ways to meditate (I didn’t realize this many existed!).

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New Articles on See Jane Soar

Beauty Foods – Fruits and Veggies That Improve Your Appearance – I wrote a great article for MSN Health a couple years ago. This is an excerpt of that article, plus a link to the original.

Is This a Risky Financial Investment? – This guest post from “The Money Couple” offers several ways to determine if you should invest in real estate, education, stocks, etc.

5 Ways to Cope With Mild Depression for Women – JK Rowling – Did you know that successful writer JK Rowling struggled with severe depression? Here are five easy ways to cope with mild depression… 

7 Simple Habits of Healthy Women – Susan B. Anthony – Easy ways for women to be healthier, stronger, and happier!

New Articles on Psychology Suite101

Four Psychological Incentives for Reducing Debt – If you want to pay off your debt and need motivation, this article is for you!

Can Money Buy Happiness? – Of course it can…who are we kidding?

That’s it for January, my friends! If you have any questions, comments, or jokes for me, please share below…