Autumn Equinox – A Time To Let Go

Autumn Equinox

As the leaves begin to transform into beautiful colors and fall gracefully to the ground, we are reminded that nature’s cycles are endless. Autumn is a time for letting go and releasing things that no longer serve us. This year especially, many people have a strong need to let go. It’s been a difficult and…

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We Need to Feel to Heal

Nineteen years following 9/11 and the trauma still lives and breathes—my personal story. The anniversary of 9/11 arrived as it always does. Only this time, something would be different. I already knew that in addition to avoiding social media (SM) to protect myself from reliving the sadness and grief of that day, I would need…

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The War Nobody Predicted

Living in an uncertain world

As every one of us faces a new and strangely foreign reality resulting from the coronavirus pandemic and the growing number of COVID-19 cases, one thing is certain. Our world will never be the same. As a child, I recall hearing adults speaking of and fearing a third world war. Some speculated that with weapons…

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Having Tough Conversations During Extreme Times

Having Tough Conversations During Extreme Times

There are very tough and challenging conversations happening all over the planet at this very moment. It’s my goal to assist you in lessening the difficulties in having these conversations. Some of you have children at home due to school closings. Others may live alone and have no one to count on but themselves. Some…

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Grieving Our Way of Life

Grieving Our Way of Life

As the world faces this pandemic crisis, nearly everyone is feeling the stress. What we know for sure is that our world is changing at a rapid pace. The reality is, we will never be able to go back to life as we knew it. A permanent change in all areas of life is unavoidable.…

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How to Boost Your Immune System During a Pandemic

As I write this, we are beginning day seven of the Coronavirus global pandemic. On social media, it’s evident that opinions are split regarding how to respond. Some feel that they should go on living life as they normally do, while others are in full support of quarantines and closures. Some people are entirely unconcerned,…

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What’s Age Got To Do with It?

Happy Birthday to you!

It was February 24th. I awoke to the same excitement and wonder I had felt as a child. It was my birthday! And my birthday is a day when the focus is on me! It’s a time to celebrate the fact that I am here living this life. And celebrate I would! My perfect day…

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Six Things Guaranteed to Zap Your Personal Power

Personal Power - Empowerment

Your personal power dictates whether you react to or respond to events and circumstances. A high level of personal power can guide you to achievement. A low level will create limitations in every aspect of your life. Your personal power is totally under your control, and it’s your responsibility to manage and maintain your power.…

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What Does It Mean to Be Actively Disengaged?

Actively Disengaged

It was a typical day for Nancy. She was stuck in traffic on her drive home following a long day of teaching high school. Her schedule was still full. She had three children to feed and help with their homework. Then she needed to put in a few hours at her second job, proofreading for…

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How Do Outliers Influence The World?

Think Outside the Box

Being an outlier has nothing to do with formal education or other conventionally earned designations or certifications. Outliers are not born out of social status or heritage, yet they can and usually do radically alter the structure of the norm in society. Outliers are most commonly recognized for bringing a fresh, new vision to the…

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