What dream or goal have you not committed to wholeheartedly? Whether it’s to write a book, start a blog, become an entrepreneur or travel, now is the time to start thinking about how to make this goal a priority in your life and truly commit to making it happen. Try this: Take a moment now to […]
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Thank People for Their Service
We come across so many people in our daily routine who help support our lives. Postal workers bring our mail to us, rain or shine. Baristas serve us our favorite coffee blend. Crossing guards keep our children safe. Police and firefighters protect our community. Try this: Thank someone this week who helps support your life. […]
Have a Brave Conversation
Speaking our truth when it’s needed can be tough. Someone’s feelings can get hurt. We may fear consequences. Vulnerability strikes us. To say what is true for us takes great courage. Of course, many things are better left unsaid. But when it’s something that bothers us, or we witness an injustice or someone is hurting […]
12 Quotes on the Power of Words to Encourage or Destroy
John was in fifth grade when he declared to his teacher, “I want to be an Oceanographer”. She said, “You can’t do that. You’re not good at reports, and you’ll need to do a lot of reports.” In an instant, she crushed his dream. John believed her because he had always struggled with writing. Now […]
Caring for Ourselves: 5 Tips for Practicing Self-Compassion
By Ann Heathcote The first step in devising a workable, balanced and realistic strategy for practicing self-compassion starts from one important cornerstone – being kind to yourself. This might sound like a truism, or even a vague aspiration. In fact, being kinder to ourselves takes consistent effort. However, practicing self-compassion is an important goal and, […]
Stay Focused
With any worthy goal in life, we may come across blocks in the road to its fruition. Our reaction to these blocks will determine whether we keep going or give up. Reacting with sheer determination, motivation and hard work will surely help us to push past the blocks and succeed. Try this: Determine what obstacles you are […]