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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…
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How to Make the Most Out of Your 20s: 3 Important Takeaways
If you had the opportunity to have a heart-to-heart with the younger version of yourself, what would you tell her? Would you warn her to avoid certain situations? Would you push her to chase after a dream? What would be your most important lesson? For me, one thing that has been a true blessing is the wisdom from the women who went before me and paved the way. This wisdom has shown up in various forms: It could be a direct lecture from them, mistakes they made that I knew to avoid, or even courageous acts and leaps of faith that inspired me. One thing I am sure of is…
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4 Secrets to Finding Your Passion in Life
Do you want to know the truth about finding your passion? I’ll share a secret: You’ve already found it because it lives within you. If you dig deep down inside, there has ALWAYS been something you desire to do. It could be that thing that came naturally to you as a child, or a theme of events that occurred in your life that led you to believe it is your calling. Re-visit the younger version of yourself. What did you tell yourself you wanted to be before reality set in? My guess is that if you find yourself reading this, you were and still ARE a dreamer. You believe that…
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7 Inspirational Speeches That Will Transform Your Life
Have you ever listened to a podcast, watched a documentary, or read a book that absolutely changed your mindset for the better? In the next few weeks or maybe even MONTHS your habits and mindset improve greatly. But, as time passes, that flame inside dwindles little by little each day until you’re back to your old ways. Why is it so hard to stay motivated? I think the answer is simple. When we set goals, we propel ourselves SO far into the future, that when we take any missteps that push us further away from what we want, we give up altogether. I know I’m guilty of this. I’ll start…
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5 Positive Lessons Anxiety Taught Me for the Better
I assume that if you find yourself reading this, you too must be a perpetual optimist always seeking to find the lesson in every battle you face. I first experienced anxiety a little over a year ago. I was going through a LOT of transitional phases in my life and it all seemed to come to a boiling point. Since that period of my life, I have reflected, grown, and made positive lifestyle changes that have helped me for the better. As a mother, a generally head-strong individual, a Christian, and a person in overall great physical health, I felt guilty for experiencing this. If this is YOU, please know…
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6 Things You Need For the Ultimate At-Home Spa Day
Why is self-care such a trending topic today? According to a study done by the APA published in 2011, “One in four women admit they are not doing enough when it comes to managing stress while only 17 percent of men feel this way.” So, you ask – what is the obsession with self-care? My opinion is that women today, ten years later, are truly evolving into these amazing, well-balanced, self-assured beings. We are taking care of our mental health and realizing self-care goes well beyond a child-free grocery store trip or going for a walk through your neighborhood. It is recognizing that you are not just a human that…
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Why We Should Be Celebrating Self-Love on Valentine’s Day
I vividly remember my first heartbreak. I was sixteen years old, and my very first relationship came to an end shortly after the start of the school year. As Valentine’s Day rolled around, my mother spent the entire day making sure I felt loved. She bought me tons of gifts and was extra attentive. But honestly, I remember feeling a little guilty accepting all of her tokens of affection because I wasn’t as sad as she perceived me to be. From a young age, I didn’t see the value in spending a lot of time dwelling in sadness over being single. I loved who I was, and I valued the…
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20 Free Ways to Instantly Boost Your Mood This Winter
Every winter, I start off in a winter wonderland. I pleasantly smile at the first snow, I prepare for Christmas, and for that first month of winter, my life is one big Hallmark movie. It’s fabulous. But sometime around January, the snow stops looking so pretty, it’s cold, and it feels like it’s perpetually dark. To be completely transparent, I struggle to stay as positive in winter once my Christmas spirit dwindles. In talking to so many women, it’s clear that we ALL face this same struggle in varying degrees. But, what if we were proactive this year to avoid these uncomfortable feelings altogether? Sure, every day won’t be perfect BUT…
