Tag: Intentional Living

Reflections on What it Means to Live Authentically

Reflections on What it Means to Live Authentically

~ The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are. ~ Carl Jung The notion of being “authentic” has been kicked around so much it’s become something of a buzzword. But hype aside, the question remains, just how do we find that special place of truth within ourselves? Seriously, have you ever […]

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Overcoming Our Inability to Say “No”

Written by on May 15, 2017 in Breaking Barriers, Confidence with 49 Comments
Overcoming Our Inability to Say “No”

~ Do you dread having to say no, even when you really want to? Have you ever made false or elaborate excuses or ignored a request hoping that the whole thing will just go away or that somehow the other person will get the message? While it is true that those who lean toward being […]

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The Secret to Embracing Life’s Unexpected Detours

Written by on April 18, 2017 in Adaptability, Self Awareness with 18 Comments
The Secret to Embracing Life’s Unexpected Detours

~ If life has taught me anything it’s not to get too comfortable with where I am or the path I’ve mapped out for the future, because no one goes untouched by bumps in the road or unexpected detours. But just because we hit an unforeseen turn of events doesn’t mean we are powerless because […]

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What it Means to Be Bold

Written by on March 6, 2017 in Confidence with 44 Comments
What it Means to Be Bold

~ International Women’s Day is this Wednesday, March 8th and the theme is Be Bold For Change. The challenge this year is to get involved, be BOLD by reaching a little beyond your comfort level through purposeful collaboration to raise awareness and drive positive change for women everywhere. This is a truly inspiring goal and […]

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Can You Prioritize Your Needs Without Feeling Selfish?

Written by on February 22, 2017 in Breaking Barriers with 31 Comments
Can You Prioritize Your Needs Without Feeling Selfish?

  Self-care is neither a luxury nor selfish. Managing stress, honoring your limits, getting adequate rest, exercise and healthy eating are all necessary forms of self-love. Sound familiar? Chances are pretty good that you’ve heard it all before, and the fact that you’re reading this is a good indication that you don’t necessarily disagree with […]

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The Ripple Effect of Small Choices

Written by on February 6, 2017 in Accountability, Quotations with 25 Comments
The Ripple Effect of Small Choices

Most of us have at least a general idea what we want in life, a home of our own, meaningful relationships, family, a fulfilling career. These goals are easy to keep in mind because they are fun and exciting to plan for, and achieving them is often considered a milestone in one’s life. So what’s […]

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