You Can’t Change People! See How to Turn From Helpless to Healthy
Wanting to change someone sounds harsh! It assumes that you aren’t okay with the way they are. Or maybe it’s more subtle.
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Nine Powerful Quotes on Motherhood: Rejoice in Pure Wisdom
Powerful quotes on motherhood have been written throughout time by many poets and authors. They seek to deeply understand the meaning of motherhood and the connection between mother and child.
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Holiday Plan: Lowering Expectations Might Be Just the Trick
Are you feeling anxious about the upcoming holiday season? Lowering expectations might be the answer you’re looking for.
But why?
Because the holiday season is often built upon exceedingly high, sometimes unrealistic expectations.
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Seven Positive Affirmations to Help Enjoy Social Connection More
Arming yourself with positive affirmations may help you to feel more centered, content, and at ease.
Let’s face it! Managing ourselves is one thing, but keeping our vibrations high while interacting with others can be a challenge!
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Women’s Lunch Place Holiday Cards: Giving Back in a Most Meaningful Way
The Women’s Lunch Place has a lovingly karmic story to share.
A previous visitor at the center has since settled in her new life and has created unique works of art formatted as holiday cards.
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Nine Powerful Takeaways from “Attitudes of Gratitude” by M. J. Ryan
“Gratitude reminds us to be like plants, which turn toward, not away, from the light.” -M.J. Ryan, Attitudes of Gratitude.
I’m grateful(!)
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Bestselling Author M.J. Ryan: On Coaching, Writing, and Gratitude
Meet M.J. Ryan, a coach and author specializing in many facets of positive psychology.
Before we get started, let’s learn more about her:
“MJ Ryan is one of the creators of the New York Times bestselling Random Acts of Kindness series and the author of The Happiness Makeover (nominated for the 2005 Books for Better Living award in the Motivational category), Attitudes of Gratitude, The Power of Patience, Trusting Yourself, The Giving Heart, and 365 Health and Happiness Boosters, among other titles.
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Gratitude Revealed: A Movie That Will Lift Your Vibration! (See My Ten Favorite Quotes)
Gratitude Revealed recently played one night in a Boston theater.
Unfortunately, that date didn’t work for me. Ugh!
So, I went online to find out where else I could find this film.
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It’s Here! Enjoy the Holiday Season With These Helpful Tips
Here we go! It’s that time of the year. The holidays can bring a combo of excitement mixed with a touch (or a large dose) of overwhelm.
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Don’t Let Others Control Your Happiness. See in a Powerful New Way.
Don’t let others control your happiness!
How is it even possible that anyone else can control your happiness?
I think it all comes from signals being crossed.
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December Giveaway: A Book of Meditations, Tea, and a Sparkly, Pink Santa Hat
This morning was eventful! I shipped the gift items to the November giveaway winner, switched gears and finalized the December Giveaway!
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Verse Six of the Tao Te Ching: Creativity Is Who We Are
Verse Six of the Tao Te Ching teaches us that we are born as expressions of creativity. And that, within us, we all have the unlimited ability to create in infinite ways.
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How I See It: Art, Music, Creative Expression, and More
I grew up in an artsy home. And creative expression was part of everyday life.
I have early memories of my mom drawing detailed sketches of faces on the corner of napkins.
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Four Revealing Reasons to Stop Putting Someone on a Pedestal
I’ve done this! Maybe you’ve done it, too. But why do we do it? And what are some reasons to stop putting someone on a pedestal?
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Frida Kahlo: Quotes on Art, Love, Laughter, and Darkness
Frida Kahlo’s quotes and paintings share a glimpse into the world she inhabited for only a short time – 47 years.
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Conscious Creativity: A Guidebook for Living a Colorful, Creative Life
In Conscious Creativity: Look, Connect, Create, Philippa Stanton takes your hand and leads you down a wondrous path. Throughout, she teaches you to experience a heightened sense of liveliness, curiosity, and openness as you explore the world around you in new ways.
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My Seven Favorite Meditation Teachers Along With Links for You to Enjoy
Great meditation teachers are rare!
Are you seeking a fresh new start? And are you hoping to find the right teacher to lead you to greater peace, awareness, and fulfillment?
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You’ve Been Single for So Long, Are You Ready for a Meaningful Relationship?
Maybe you’ve been single for so long. But long is long? Long enough for you to feel that you’ve. been. single.
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Rosy Retrospection – See Why The Here and Now Is Actually Better Than You Think
Rosy retrospection. Hmmm, okay?! What exactly is that?
According to Mark Travers, Ph. D. of Psychology Today, “Psychologists refer to a flawed thought pattern known as rosy retrospection.
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EmpowerHER: Supporting Girls and Young Women Who’ve Lost Their Mothers
empowerHER is a one-of-a-kind non-profit that supports girls and young women who’ve lost their mothers.
It’s hard to even imagine the feeling of losing your mother as a young girl.
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November Giveaway: A Memoir, Caramels, and a Hot Swkash!
I’m back with a lovely November Giveaway!
Win this giveaway and get cozy. You can place your new green velvet on your end table and enjoy delicious caramels by McCrea’s while reading this highly-recommended memoir, The Choice.
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Verse Five of the Tao Te Ching: Give Kind Energy Equally to All
Verse Five of the Tao Te Ching teaches us to perceive all as being equally worthy. This idea encourages us to reframe our beliefs on who is deserving of our kindness.
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Live Your Life Fully – It’s a Blessing to Your Child
“There is no greater burden to a child than the unlived life of the parent.” – Carl Jung.
So reading this quote for the first time was an a-ha moment for me!
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The Art of Possibility: Book Review and What I Learned
The Art of Possibility offers a mind-bending approach to seeing perceived limitations in a new way. By stretching our definitions of ourselves and taking more responsibility for EVERYTHING in our lives, we can enter a world of infinite possibilities.
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Dewey Square Boston: Intersection of Street Art, Sunflowers, and Hope
Yesterday I decided to be a tourist in my own town. I headed down to Dewey Square in Boston to see the public art tour of the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
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Elizabeth Abel: Everyone Can Be an Inspired, Engaged Philanthropist
Elizabeth Abel, Senior Vice President of CCS Fundraising, “is a thought leader in philanthropy and expert in fundraising. She has led capital campaigns and development initiatives that have collectively raised half a billion dollars for education, healthcare, arts and culture, and
advocacy organizations.”
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How Can I Be a Contribution? The Question of the Day
The book I’m reading now, The Art of Possibility, is the kind of book that you want to savor each and every word.
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Adult Friendships: Happy Relationships Are About Give and Take
A few days ago, I listened to Glennon Doyle’s podcast We Can Do Hard Things. Her guest was Reese Witherspoon, and the topic was cultivating happy healthy adult friendships.
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Getting Settled In: Eight Proactive Steps to Feeling Connected in a New Community
If someone has learned a thing or two about moving and getting settled in – it’s me! Believe it or not – I’ve moved into five different homes in three states – all in the past five years.
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Eight Spiritual Advantages of Being a Single Mom
A few days ago, I was having lunch at a bustling new restaurant with friends, and the topic of being a single mom came up.
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Detachment: What Does It Mean? And What Can You Gain from It?
Last week I had coffee with my friend Lara. Bursting with emotion, she said, “My mom is driving me crazy! She always puts my brother first.”
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October Giveaway: Conscious Creativity and More!
The October giveaway is very exciting!
Creativity seemed like the perfect theme for the month, and these items are sure to inspire.
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Verse Four of the Tao Te Ching: Infinite Possibilities
Verse Four of the Tao Te Ching opens our minds to three things: the infinite, inexhaustible nature of the Tao, the field of endless possibilities available to us, and the eternal love we are always connected to.
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Radically Happy: My Ten Favorite Lightning Bulb Moments
Do you want to feel radically happy? Look no further! This book shows you the way.
Phakchok Rinpoche and Erric Solomon’s Radically Happy: A User’s Guide to the Mind takes you on an east-west journey that offers wisdom and easy-to-understand exercises that’ll get you leaning into big happiness in no time.
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Meet Trish Hart: Shining Her Unique Light on Wellness
Trish Hart of Hart Body Mind Solutions follows her North Star. An unexpected divorce in her late 30s set her on a path of self-discovery that has led to fruitful, incredibly joyful personal and career paths!
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On Mentoring Women: Share Your Wisdom and Make a Difference!
Did you hear about Meghan Markle’s 40th birthday wish? She asked several friends to dedicate 40 minutes of personal time mentoring women as they reenter the workforce.
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Marblehead, MA: One of My Favorite New England Seaside Towns
Do you want to escape to a dreamy, seaswept town this summer? Look no further. Marblehead, MA, will do the trick.
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Preparing For Empty Nest? See Six Strategies to Support You
I remember having dinner with a group of friends a few years ago and hearing my friend Liz talk about preparing for her upcoming “empty nest.”
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September Giveaway: Explore Possibilities, You’ve Got This!
This exciting new September Giveaway starts today!
In some ways, September marks the start of a new year. That’s why I’m including The Art of Possibility.
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