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How to Thrive at Blogging When You Work Full-Time
This article will discuss tips and tricks to manage your time as a blogger and working full-time. If you find yourself here, you’re either a) a blogger who has begun your journey and wants to find ways to optimize your schedule and be more efficient or b) a person with a full plate wanting to start a blog of your own and needs some guidance on how you will balance it all. Whichever bucket YOU fall into, the fact you are here reading this is a sure sign that you are determined to find success as a blogger. Rest assured that I will share every secret I have with you…
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The Ultimate Secret to Raising Confident Daughters
One thing I love about being a mom is that sweet smile on my daughter’s face after putting a new dress on her and shuffling her to see her reflection in the mirror. She puffs out her little chest as she sways back and forth with the most satisfied look on her face. I think one thing we can all agree about is how great it feels to see our children’s confidence shine through, right? I never found it difficult to instill confidence in her. She is naturally a very self-assured kid, and it is one of the things I admire about her most. However, there came a day where…
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5 Easy Ways to Realign With Your Goals
Close your eyes and imagine yourself as a child. You were carefree and you dreamed big dreams without putting limitations on them with no concern whether or not they were realistic. While meeting a unicorn or eating chocolate for breakfast every day are not the same dreams we have today, I think it’s amazing to hold on to that same spirit that lived inside of you that the possibilities of what you can achieve are endless. For me, realigning with my goals is one way I tap back into that childlike mindset and keep my dreams big and bold. Here are five easy ways to realign with your goals: 1.…
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Everything You Need to Know Before Starting a Blog
This article will discuss ways to monetize a blog, go over reasons you need to start your blog today, and everything you need to be doing before starting a blog. So you’ve been thinking about starting a blog? Creating a blog could be the first step toward generating a second income while also expressing your creative side. Many successful bloggers use their blog as a side hustle. Others have replaced their full-time income through blogging. What are some reasons YOU may want to start blogging? For some, blogging is purely a creative outlet or a way to share your testimony and life experiences to inspire others. Others may use blogging…
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6 Effective Ways to Overcome Limiting Beliefs
Please note that this page contains affiliate links. See my full disclosure here. What is a limiting belief? A limiting belief is an opinion about one’s self believed to be fact that can interfere with your ability to take on new opportunities or even allow self-doubt to manifest. Sometimes, whether we intend to or not, we form certain limiting beliefs about ourselves and our capabilities which ultimately leads to not living out our true potential. What are some examples of limiting beliefs? Maybe you haven’t been able to finish a project you start or, you haven’t landed your dream job using your degree. You may begin to feel it is a…
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How Therapy Changed My Life For The Better
One of the most transformational periods of my life happened during the height of my anxiety. It just felt like it was time. Today, I not only use therapy to keep my anxiety at bay, but it has been a way for me to intentionally interrupt negative thought patterns and has been one of the main contributing factors to my personal growth. One of the biggest stigmas that surround going to therapy is that it is a sign of weakness. That could not be further than the truth. As I continue my journey, I believe attending therapy is a sign of bravery. It takes true courage to confront unpleasant experiences…
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4 Simple Ways to be a More Present Parent While Chasing Your Dreams
As bedtime crept closer, I continued to work well into the evening to get ahead of work for the next day. My daughter continuously requested I play with her or even do a small trick to catch my attention if only for a quick moment. After endlessly stating that I will play as soon as I finish working, I shut down my laptop to join her only to find her asleep on our couch. Watching her tiny chest rise and fall to the rhythm of her peaceful breathing, I thought about how it must feel being on the other side of those “five more minutes.” Sure, playing is fun. But…
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How to Step into the Full Potential of Your Dreams
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt When does “follow your dreams” transform into “being practical”? Somewhere in our lives, we learn to adopt the limiting belief that the things we desire deep in our hearts are unattainable. But, we are a world in need of dreamers and innovators. The success stories we hear about should be the story YOU tell to millions of people. Without dreamers, we wouldn’t have the technology of a CD player, a desktop computer, and a GPS stored in one lightweight, easily-obtainable mobile device. Without dreamers, our packages wouldn’t be delivered directly to our doorstep in…
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7 Free Ways to Practice Self-care
When did self-care turn into expensive skin and hair treatments, luxury vacations, and buying extravagant items? What began as a bubble bath with candles has evolved into a slew of pricey must-haves for women. Let’s ask ourselves an honest question: is that TRULY self-care? Self-care should be simple and easy to practice every day. Let’s get back on track to the simple things. I truly believe each woman should be practicing self-care now more than ever. We are breadwinners, mothers, full-time working college students, and we deserve a break that doesn’t cost us hundreds of dollars, am I right?! Please note that this page contains affiliate links. See my full…
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How to Transform Your Self-Doubt into Confidence
Please note that this page contains affiliate links. See my full disclosure here. “The quickest way to acquire self-confidence is to do exactly what you are afraid to do.” – Anon I can vividly remember finishing undergrad and having an extra ounce of confidence in my step and the gleam of a woman who reached a long-awaited goal. I was certain the next step was my dream job. As an avid planner, I was sure I had everything mapped out perfectly. What I didn’t account for was being rejected by at least nine companies. Hearing ‘no’ repeatedly began to take a toll on my spirit. One afternoon, I used the last…
