My mom taught me many valuable lessons as a kid. One of them was to always be grateful and show gratitude. She always acknowledged family and friends who made big and small contributions to our lives. She never took anyone for granted. I learned from her example. [Read more…] about Gratitude Fills Me Up
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My best friend Tim and I often talk about what it means to be committed versus interested. When you’re committed, you take action 100% of the time. Whereas, being interested means you may or may not take action depending on how you feel or what’s occurring in your life. [Read more…] about Are You Interested or Committed? There’s A Difference
Whenever I catch myself feeling down, sad, angry or depressed, I consider what thoughts are triggering the feeling. What story have I created about a past event or one yet to happen? It’s important I know the “why” behind my emotions. This allows me to be in control of my actions. Instead of reacting to situations, I respond to them. This is a more powerful space to operate from. [Read more…] about You Control What You Feel And Do
The truth that “There Are No Unknowns” is a paradigm shift in human thought that immediately rescues me from anxiety and stress around any situation. It is a powerful declaration that swiftly takes me from fear to a space of positive possibility. I am left feeling empowered. [Read more…] about There Are No Unknowns
I have known about the physical benefits of exercising for decades. They include reducing the chances of heart disease and diabetes. I think what I appreciate equally as much, if not more, are the mental and emotional benefits of being active each day.
[Read more…] about Daily Exercise Improves Mental Clarity, Memory and Mood
In the past, I would not have looked forward to going through trials or encountering obstacles. Today, I look at things through a much different lens. I am excited when something challenging comes my way because I know there will be a pearl at the end. I truly believe that through ever trial there is a growth opportunity, if we choose to see it that way.