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DECISIONS FROM WITHIN

Decisions can leave us stagnant in fear of making the wrong choice. Thoughts piling up, pouring into a spiral of “what-ifs.” How many of your “what-if” scenarios never played out in life? My silly decision spirals include me at the grocery store, looking at the cereal section. I’ve had to phone a friend because cerealContinue reading “DECISIONS FROM WITHIN “

AUTHENTICITY AMID UNCERTAINTY

We hold certain truths within ourselves. These make up a part of the whole of who we are. With so much out of my control, I relied on my identity. I can’t count on things working out as planned, but I can relax, knowing who I truly am. When life is uncertain, who wouldn’t wantContinue reading “AUTHENTICITY AMID UNCERTAINTY “

THE RISK OF HONESTY

Being honest can be a huge risk. It’s easy to be honest when we feel comfortable. What about the times where we are uncomfortable? Are you honest with others but not with yourself, or vise versa? Sometimes your inner truth isn’t as easy to spot. This month I’ve seen the effects of all I’ve hadContinue reading “THE RISK OF HONESTY”

CHOOSING JUSTICE OVER FEAR

Comfort is enticing. Trust me, I wish I could stay in that lovely little comfort zone. By doing that, would I grow? Would I be amplifying voices that need to be heard? Would I be willing to do what’s right for the greater good? Life doesn’t always go as planned. We can’t control others, butContinue reading “CHOOSING JUSTICE OVER FEAR”

SHIFTING THE FOCUS WITH LONELINESS

This pandemic seemed to come with a tiny warning label in fine print. My label includes, “May cause loneliness, sadness, separation, frustration, and anxiety.” If only I read the fine print! Come on, how many times do we gloss over the fine print? Even if we read the warning signs, there are some feelings weContinue reading “SHIFTING THE FOCUS WITH LONELINESS”

STOP ATTACHING WORTH WITH APPROVAL

It’s easier to know our worth when others share our views. What happens when they don’t agree? What if they judge? Do we lose our sense of self or do we acknowledge our inner power? When I’m in a great mood, I can own my confidence. I look at the world as if I’m unstoppable.Continue reading “STOP ATTACHING WORTH WITH APPROVAL”

HOW TO ASK FOR WHAT YOU WANT

You’re standing in a room filled with confident faces. Your nerves keep you from risking it all. You compare your every move to all those surrounding you. The noise of judgment overpowers your desire. How do you ask for what you want when others seem more deserving of your dreams? Welcome to the world ofContinue reading “HOW TO ASK FOR WHAT YOU WANT”

TAKING RISKS DURING A PANDEMIC

How are we supposed to take risks when we now spend most of our time indoors in isolation? Let’s get one thing clear. I’m not advising you to use “risk” as a crutch to frolic through the streets without a mask. You can take action without spreading this very real and deadly virus. How doContinue reading “TAKING RISKS DURING A PANDEMIC”