Author: Carol Benton

Carol Benton, B.M.Ed., M.M., D.M.A., is a retired music educator and college professor. In retirement, she continues to work part-time as a church musician along with pursuing a new career in freelance writing. See what Carol’s up to by visiting her blog Scribbling Boomer, or email Carol at carolbenton@scribblingboomer.com.

by Carol Benton November 22, 2021 Comments0

Practicing

Self-Discipline: A Pathway to Calm

Turns out that regularly practicing a little self-discipline has some benefits beyond being able to say “no” to that extra piece of pie.

by Carol Benton November 18, 2021 Comments0

Practicing Seeking

A Better Way to (Finally) Achieve Your Goals

We all have goals. Reaching them, however, can be tricky. Here’s a better way to finally get them off paper and into reality.

mind mapping

by Carol Benton November 3, 2021 Comments0

Maintaining Practicing

Mind-Mapping: A Fun Way to Declutter Your Brain

We all have a lot on our plate. “Mind-mapping” gives you a fun way to organize your thoughts and goals, and make them happen.

by Carol Benton July 25, 2021 Comments0

Maintaining Practicing

Master the Art of “Creative Puttering”

For some of us, doing little tasks around our home may have the same benefits as meditation. Learn more about “puttering.”

meditation app

by Carol Benton June 9, 2021 Comments0

Maintaining Practicing

I Used A Meditation App for 7 Days. Here’s What Happened

There are a whole lot of new ways to help ease your way into the healthy practice of meditation. We did a week-long road test of one helpful app.