Journey to a balanced and complete self.
Even in my adolescence I found establishing and maintaining a routine was extremely important. Being prepared for what is to come helped to leave room for the unexpected and ensure the achievement of ultimate goals. Now as I am in the thick of adulting I am finding there is never enough time in the day,... Continue Reading →
As I dive back into writing and blogging I am reminded of the self-imposed setbacks that have prevented me from achieving goals. Sad to say I gave up on myself for just a minute. For that minute I pushed aside all I have learned about gratitude, self-care, and effectively coping with stress. These past few... Continue Reading →
Dreams historically can serve as a map into what lies ahead. They can also help explain what resides in your inner most thoughts. Today as we remember civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. it is important to reflect on the impact dreams had by historical figures had on the world. Dr. King's words... Continue Reading →
We have all heard a time or two how important it is to dress for the career or life we want. But for the first time this weekend I heard a speech promoting the idea of dressing for the person we are or are striving to be. That was a concept I really needed to... Continue Reading →
Life is about planning and taking action. Many times results are not what we expected and we can find ourselves feeling like failures. I am continuously listening to podcasts and watching youtube videos created by inspirational and successful professionals who often discuss this very topic. One of many important lessons I have learned is that... Continue Reading →
Skimming through countless guided meditations on YouTube I came across a few that focused on the words "I am". Before zoning in on the words that followed, I thought about adjectives I would use, and came up with this... I am unsure I am scared I am who you want me to be I immediately... Continue Reading →
Making the time for self-care can be a chore, especially with to-do lists, play dates, sporting events, and family functions. A hectic schedule does not mean you need to forgo activities that promote mindfulness and relieve stress. The idea of self-care does not have to be carried out in solitude. To ensure you are caring... Continue Reading →
At some point in our lives we find ourselves behaving in a way that will appease others. I used to think that in the grand scheme of things that was not a bad thing. Not only are you avoiding potential conflict, but you are being a team player. But over time what happens is you... Continue Reading →
We made it! Today is the last day in our journey to adopt the habits of successful people. For the final challenge, go through your closets, drawers, cabinets, and the fridge and rid yourself of things you have not used in at least a year. Go through your emails and file or delete to give... Continue Reading →
Speak the impeccable word! That was the mantra and goal of day 11, of our 15-day Habits of Successful People Challenge. It is a practice I first began working on after reading The Four Agreements eons ago. And honestly I thought I had a good handle on it. Yesterday while consciously keeping the challenge in... Continue Reading →
