Life is full of questions, but few spark deeper contemplation than this one: Is it the destination or the journey that truly matters? It’s a theme that touches everything—from how we live day to day to how we reflect on our greatest successes and hardest struggles. Whether you’re chasing a career dream, navigating a personal […]
In a world filled with constant distractions, unexpected changes, and an ever-growing list of responsibilities, it can feel like life is spiraling out of control. The antidote? Routine. While some may equate routine with rigidity or boredom, the truth is that a well-structured routine doesn’t confine you—it frees you. It creates a strong foundation that […]
In a world driven by leadership, we often overlook the most essential form: self-leadership. It’s easy to focus on leading others—whether it’s in business, family, or community. Yet, before we can effectively guide anyone else, we must learn to lead ourselves. Self-leadership is the foundation of personal and professional growth, and it empowers us to […]
New Year’s resolutions can often feel like grand promises that fade away in the face of daily routines and unexpected setbacks. According to Drive Research, 38% of adults will make a New Year’s resolution but only 9% stick to them all year long, mostly because they are too hard. Instead of relying on a resolution, […]
On one of our camp outings when I was a young attentive girl scout, we took a magnifying glass and held it just right in the sun to attempt to fry an egg. I don’t actually remember if the egg ever got firm enough to eat, but it taught us the power of sunlight in […]
It’s not what you do when you are motivated. It’s not what you do occasionally. It’s what you do when the going gets boring or repetitive…in the face of challenge, conflict, or controversy…that’s what matters. When you think It doesn’t matter, what’s one day of not living up to my goals?… That’s where, as the […]
Welcome today to Lynda Monk, Director of the International Association for Journal Writing, social worker, professional life coach with over 30 years’ experience, co-author and co-editor of many books, public speaker, and all-round fabulous person. TOPIC: Journaling to live true. Journaling as a way to pause and take stock of what matters, to balance feminine […]
Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey have written a thought-provoking book together. It’s called Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier. Yep. There are other books on how to get happy. Why is this one different? One of the many things I enjoy about this content is that Brooks and […]
The new year offers a prime opportunity for embracing change due to its inherent symbolism of fresh beginnings and renewed energy. But change can be hard! As the calendar resets for a new year, it signifies a chance for us to mentally reset, setting new goals and intentions. As we celebrate a new year, there […]
To be an unstoppable woman is to live with an unwavering determination to overcome challenges and obstacles and it’s what characterizes Stephanie Dauble’s life. As a junkie’s daughter, she’s had to possess immense resilience, refusing to be deterred by setbacks or failures. It has been far from easy and only recently has she been able […]
