How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. We are well-versed in how to show love to others through words and actions, whether expressing love to our child, spouse, parent, or dear friend. We know how to invest in others, giving them our best. Let’s go...
Well-being Archives
The Art of Journaling: 8 Steps To Self-Discovery and Connection
In our fast-paced, modern world, it's easy to become disconnected from ourselves amidst the constant barrage of external stimuli and distractions. However, amidst the chaos, there exists a simple yet powerful tool that can help us reconnect with our inner selves –...
If You Want Respect, You Have To First Treat Yourself With Respect
Have you ever observed the way men treat other men, compared to how they treat women, can look very different? It's especially apparent here in the South, where I live in Atlanta, Georgia. If you are a tall, white man, you are "the man". ...
5 Ways We Give Our Power Away + How To Reclaim It
Today, I wanted to share some of the ways in which we inadvertently give our power away, and how self-love can help us keep our power. There are many subtle ways we relinquish control over our lives and allow external sources to influence our...
What Does It Mean To Take “Emotional Responsibility”?
This was once a big "aha" moment for me. I hope you find it helpful too. Emotional responsibility is a powerful concept that has the potential to transform your life. It means realizing that no one outside of yourself is to blame for how you feel about...
How To Set Boundaries And Protect Your Peace
As a bred people-pleaser, boundary setting has been one of my biggest challenges in life. That’s why, when I feel myself slipping and leaving my boundaries vulnerable, I remember that I must make a conscious effort to be aware of my boundaries and defend...
How Your Beliefs Can Prevent You From Thriving In Life
"The meaning that you give an event is the belief that attracted it." - Dr. Joe Vitale Are you aware of the term “limiting beliefs”? When I discovered what this was, it was one of the biggest “aha” moments of my adult life. As someone who...
The Benefits Of Owning Your Whole Story
Why do we feel that it's necessary to hide who we are? Why do we behave like actors on the stage of our very own lives? I do believe we all have a story to tell. But if what we share is not the real story, the entire story, the...
The Benefits of Putting Boundaries On Texting
I had been dating someone for a month or so that I really liked a lot. From the very beginning of our relationship, he showed his character and consistency. He communicated regularly. He didn’t leave me hanging. This was a welcomed change from some of my...
Quietude: The Importance of Connecting With Ourselves
We have all seen a group of people sitting together in a restaurant waiting for their meal - and everyone is on their phone. Maybe we’ve even done this ourselves when we’re out with friends or family. Or, in any moment of inactivity, our first instinct...
Ten Ways We Keep Ourselves From Being Happy
Is it important that we prioritize our happiness? Seems like an easy enough question, right? Being happy results in living a fuller, more rewarding life, every single day through the experience of satisfaction, enjoyment, and meaning. ...
Do We Allow Guilt to Sabotage Our Self-Love?
Do you make decisions in your life based upon your best interests? Or do you sometimes make decisions that are not in your best interest due to feelings of guilt that may arise? For example, let’s say a friend asks for help after work with her...
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