Life Coaching
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A Proof Copy, AND a Kindness
“I cannot honestly believe that he is reacting in maliciousness.” It’s the sentence I’ve repeated to myself over and over again—out loud, in quiet moments, and in journal entries that no one else will read. Because I can’t find it in myself to see him in that light. I’ve seen hate before. I’ve seen true…
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The choice
I ran into a friend today- one of those warm, familiar faces who always brings a little light into your day. After the usual catching up, she asked with genuine curiosity, “How are you doing?” I smiled and replied with my go-to: “Good.” But this time, she paused. Tilted her head. Looked at me a…
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Self
It’s been a while since I have HAD to put thoughts to paper. I would love to say that I am here because all is well – but that is just not the case. I have no problem admitting that I have BIG feelings. I have NO problem admitting that I feel those BIG feelings…
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The Power of Self-Awareness
“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom” Aristotle There are so many amazing gifts that we can give the people in our lives, be it through quality time, words of encouragement, small, personal gifts and all of the other best ways to love someone through their love languages. (If you do not know what…
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Exposed Weaknesses
One of the therapists I follow – said “what is ruining relationships is unrealistic expectations and unresolved childhood trauma.” As she continued to expand on this she says “we believe another person should complete us. Make us happy. And take us away from all the negative feelings. But the reality is: no one person can…
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The Stories we tell ourselves
I’ve been working the business side of my journey while letting life settle into really healthy experiences on the intimate side. How does one do that? By having really great conversations! I feel as though I cannot emphasize enough the importance of coming to the table and talking shit out! Everytime I get the opportunity…
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The Gift of Shame
“Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change.” Brene Brown The very title of this article can sound like an oxymoron – however the more I talk to people, the more I believe we do not allow shame to be the catalyst for change that it can really be. …
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Setting a Vision
Most do this and call it New Year’s resolutions. There is a difference between a resolution and a vision. A resolution is a firm decision to do or not to do something A vision is the ability to think about or a plan the future with imagination or wisdom I wanted to do this to…
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‘Tis the Season
‘Tis the Season. ‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, Christmas Lights, bells ringing, generosity, kindness, matching pajamas, Christmas trees, ornaments, stockings, Elf on the Shelf, Santa Claus, holiday movies, eating out, wrapping presents, mistletoe, cocktails, Christmas parties, family time, making cookies, caroling, rudolph the rednosed reindeer, hot cocoa, family traditions, and opening presents. So many…
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Why Gratitude?
Why Gratitude? “Being grateful does not mean that everything is necessarily good. It just means that you can accept it as a gift.” — Roy T. Bennett This quote encompasses all that I feel about gratitude and why you need to make it a value choice for your life and your daily living! In a…