You’ve probably heard the adage You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. But I’ve discovered that is not true at all—and all it took was getting a puppy to make me realize this. My sweetheart and I welcomed a beautiful seven-month-old Labradoodle, named Benji, into our lives. I’ve gone my whole life without owning a dog, and like Princess…
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What would your life be like if you were in complete acceptance of yourself and those around you? Imagine letting in more love, more support, and more appreciation. Imagine yourself letting go in situations where you used to hold on. Imagine things falling into place easily. While it might sound too good to be true, these are some of the…
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I love teaching and sharing tools that I’ve learned on my spiritual path. One of my favorite teachers is Ester Hicks, who is often referred to simply as Abraham. In her book Ask and It Is Given, she shares many processes to improve one’s life. One of these processes is known as pre-paving, or segment intending. It’s a powerful process…
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For most of us, life is already challenging enough—why add to it? We often don’t realize how many things we undertake that simply don’t serve us, yet we often continue to do them. The best way to remedy this is to become a quitter! Despite what “they” say, quitting isn’t easy—and it’s also not always a bad thing. It takes…
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Are you being proactive or reactive? This is a question I ask my clients all the time. The answer always takes us to the next step. Choosing to look ahead allows you to develop a plan for the future. Being proactive looks different for everyone; for me, it means taking conscious control over your life, setting goals, and working to…
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No matter how healthy you think you are, there’s always room for a little detox in your life. Detoxing means different things to different people and might even differ from one month or one week to the next. If you’ve never tried a mind/body detox before, or are new to the concept, here are a few good places to start:…
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You only get one chance to make a first impression, no matter if you’re meeting a stranger on the street or your future boss. These tips for making a great first impression will apply to anyone you encounter. They’ll leave with a good feeling about you, and maybe even feeling a little better about how their day is going! Don’t…
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Most of us are used to talking about what we don’t want or don’t like in life, but much less comfortable talking about what we want — whether it’s at work, at home, or in a relationship. However, we’re not going to get what we want if we don’t learn to ask for it. This is easier said than done,…
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If there’s one thing we all could use a little more of, it’s energy. Well, most of us anyway — I think we all know those people who are naturally perky and bursting with energy all the time. If you’re not one of those lucky few, don’t lose hope. There are some simple activities you can do to add more…
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We’ve all been there — lying awake at night, kicking ourselves over and over again in our minds regarding something we screwed up. No matter how much we tell ourselves that no one is perfect, this is a case where believing it is easier said than done. The next time you find your perfectionist tendencies kicking in, remember these strategies…
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