Change is HARD. It really is. There’s no beating around the bush. Even if we like change, transitioning from one routine, habit, or comfort to something new takes some adjustment. And, when things in Life continually change, we may end up feeling somewhat “assaulted,” if you will. It’s exhausting. Even if for the better, it…
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Stephen Covey’s wildly popular and ultimately compelling book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, inspires us to be better, to better ourselves, and to simply “be awesome.” What could be better than that? The book first introduces the concept of Paradigm Shift and prepares the reader for a change in mindset. It helps the reader understand…
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For the past week or two I’ve been feeling somewhat under the weather. I haven’t felt ill per se, just not myself. The over-analyzer in me has been racking my brain, questioning my soul, and seeking answers as to why I’ve been feeling this way. The answer, though, has nothing to do with analysis, and…
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This past week has truly been awesome. Indescribably awesome, in fact. I cannot even put it into words, but I shall try. Awesome: [aw-suhm] adjective 1. inspiring an overwhelming feeling of reverence, admiration, or fear; causing or inducing awe: an awesome sight. 2. showing or characterized by reverence, admiration, or fear; exhibiting or marked by awe. 3. Slang. very impressive: That new white convertible is totally awesome. And not just ten, but eleven words for awesome, only because I couldn’t resist: 1. Magnificent 2. Incredible 3. Wonderful 4. Amazing 5. Stunning 6. Staggering 7….
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We are our own worst critics for sure. But it doesn’t have to be that way – and it really SHOULD NOT be that way. I am incredibly encouraging and accepting of others. I am an exceptional coach, counselor, and educator. However, those who know me well will attest to the fact that I hardly…
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What are 10 awesome things about YOUR week? 1. Three-Day Weekends. Labor Day is here! 2. Exotic Meat BBQs…more on this to come. 3. Jason Seib and Sarah Fragoso – Everyday Paleo workshop in Denver was fantastic ~ “epic” ~ awesome. 4. Big, Warm, Cozy Sweaters. I love the arrival of autumn for many, many…
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In this day and age we are inundated with “duds” of information. One study says this, another study says that. This week we should drink coffee, but last week it was evil. Last week dark chocolate was the key to health, but next week it will be your ultimate death, right? Basically, no matter what,…
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This week was certainly interesting for me, but awesome nonetheless. 1. Incredibly macho men playing the cello. Yes, Jason, that’s you. You’re pretty darn awesome! 2. Hump Day. For those of you who don’t know about this term – Wednesday is “hump day,” as you overcome the mid-week “hump.” Wednesday actually happened to be my…
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As a psychology major in college and an individual who is highly interested in research and analytical studies, I am no stranger to the fact that we, as human beings, are innately attracted to “The Fertile Myrtle” – meaning, we are subconsciously drawn and attracted to those who can most successfully produce healthy offspring. We can’t…
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I touted a vegan (well almost – the occasional piece of fish was seen crossing my lips) for almost 8 years. During that time, I remember thinking nothing of it, in terms of the way I felt. I simply felt the way I felt and that’s the way it was supposed to be. Then one…
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