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Everything changes, and yet the more things change, the more things stay the same. The changes forced upon us in 2020 have helped to reveal our true nature, of who we are and what we’re made of. Whether you’ve spent the …

Proverbs are concise time-tested advice that are often accepted as universal truths to shed light on our life experiences, yet a fascinating aspect is that their exact opposite can often be just as true. By engaging in …

Despite the state of the world, there is still much to be thankful for, which is why Thanksgiving 2020 will perhaps go on record as one of the most …

Failure, criticism, and disappointment can be major stumbling stones, but when we're armed with a passionate mission to help the people we serve, it can provide us with the stamina to stay focused and persist. Check out …

In a world where online learning has become the norm, for teachers, trainers, and coaches to be successful they must become adept at using and …

When we gain our sense of identity only from what we do, we run the risk of losing ourselves when we are no longer able to perform as we’ve grown to expect. By engaging in the questions and practices suggested here, we …

The sudden shift to virtual classrooms has been overwhelming for many, including teachers, students, and parents. By engaging in the practices suggested here, educators can be empowered and encouraged to help their …

Everyone has a talent for something that they are able to do better than most others with little to no effort; the trouble is that, for some, they don't know what their talents are, and for many others, they simply …

When you are engaged with the right mindset, empowered with the right purpose, and encouraged with the right relationships, you become transformed into what I call a “Positivity Leader,” someone who has taken ownership …

Though dad and I were worlds apart as far as personality, he was one of my biggest supporters and truly taught me how to love deeply. Today, I do my …

When we wake up to a society of complacency where Life, Liberty, and Happiness are taken away in the pursuit of Justice, we should all feel uneasy …

Mental health has long been associated as a debilitating weakness that we avoid talking about, yet there are empowering role models who demonstrate …

Today, all that I do is an expression of gratitude for the love my mother has shared with me, living every day the lessons that she shared. I would …

History provides plenty of examples of the tragic consequences of mass hysteria due to impulsive fear-based acts. Yet challenging times can also be …

Everyone has a reason to stress over the negativity in our world, but we don’t have to. Take advantage of National Humor and Stress Awareness month to focus on your mental and physical health and start enjoying the …

Sometimes we find ourselves in situations where we have to make the best of it, regardless of the cards that we’ve been dealt. We can choose to listen to cringing dissonance, or we can take stock of our circumstances, …

Some may argue that it’s impossible to decide our legacy while we’re alive, because our time has not yet been finished and we can’t control what …

It’s not always easy to stay positive when faced with negative circumstances, acing challenges with big deep breaths can offer you a calm mind to be open to accommodations for disruptions, providing just enough wiggle …

Few things in life can be controlled and gearing up to accept this truth is a divine step for releasing the futile grip on that which no longer …

How we respond to our circumstances can have a significant impact on the experience of our circumstances. The implication is that what we choose to focus on has the power to change our experience and using the …

We are all fighting some kind of battle and we often never know the unseen battles that others may be going through. Choosing to be kind to others in our everyday life will ensure that you’ll encourage positive …

The gap between expectations and outcomes in communication is often bigger than we'd like to believe, and by assessing every interaction as an opportunity to create emotional hooks we’ll be well prepared to open the …

The Declaration of Independence state: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their …

When we allow comparison, apathy, and blind ambition to hold us back and play life small, we are self-electing to refrain from pursuing excellence. …

It can be frustrating when things don’t go as planned but focusing on what matters most will empower you to navigate new pathways to positive outcomes. Check out this article for three strategies for experiencing more …

The most valuable gift you can give others is the gift of your time and genuine presence. People are always worth that sincere investment, because life is all done with people. Check out this article for accessible and …

Without the empowerment of direction life can become frustrating. Even when we may be fully engaged, not knowing what we want to do and not knowing …

If our goal is to influence others by inspiring them into motivated action, then it is our responsibility to build a bridge that connects where they are and lead them across to where we want to take them. This bridge is …

We already have influence, but the question is what kind of impact are we making with it? By being more intentional about our words, actions, and interactions with others we will be empowered to facilitate positive …

Three simple words with profound significance: “I” and “Love” and “You.” Whether directed towards oneself, a partner, family member, friend, business partner, or any other version of “love," these three words circle …

With so many definitions for love, it’s no wonder there can be so much misunderstanding surrounding it. The next time you feel affection for someone, keep these definitions of love in mind so you can pinpoint exactly …

The poet Walt Whitman once said that “we convince by our presence,” and this suggests two important points worth considering: 1) What does it mean to be present? 2) What does our presence imply? Check out this article …

Having a sense of purpose not only provides meaning and significance to our lives, it also comes with a myriad of physical and mental health benefits. Plus, there’s a good chance that we’ll be able to help others along …

Whether you’re frustrated or whether you’re fascinated, the choices you make today are preparing you for the future that you expect tomorrow. The …

By choosing to accept the intentional growth practice of developing and fostering a wider perspective, rather than being crippled by fear and misunderstanding, we’ll transform our relationships by gaining more …

Humans are biologically wired to be motivated by fear, specifically the fear of losing the ability to pass on our genes, expressed through either …

Positivity matters because we matter. Each and every one of us is uniquely poised to make the world around us better simply because we are here. To help facilitate these positive experiences a good place to start is by …

Whether you’re a magician or an author, a CEO or a general manager, an entrepreneur or anything else, it’s important to remember that if something is possible then there will always be empowered people to bring it to …

No one and no thing can make you enjoy your life, and no one and no thing can make you excel in life. Enjoyment and excellence are personal choices. You choose to enjoy life when you choose to be fascinated rather than …

Approximately seven out of eight of the workers today have actively “checked out” and are more interested in doing just enough to get by than contributing in a positive way to their companies, communities, and beyond. …

It’s been said that the greatest responsibility of a leader is to empower their followers. But what does it mean to empower others? Here are three …

Many are inspired, yet few are motivated. What first steps have you taken to move forward with what makes your heart sing? Check out this article for …

As we grow through life our thoughts about our legacy will often change, continually refining and becoming ever clearer as we move forward.  Whatever you decide, as you continue to move forward I encourage you to keep …

The challenge of any team, organization, family, or community, is learning how to make meaningful connections so we can work with one another …

We will never truly know how things will work out, but by analyzing all the possible outcomes there’s a good chance that we can still plan ahead for …

If we know and understand what causes a lack of clarity, and then we work to eliminate those causes, then we won’t have to seek clarity; rather, it …

It's not always easy to stay positive, especially when the unexpected happens, but by remembering that this is a daily practice rather than a …

It's not always easy to stay positive, especially when the unexpected happens, but remembering that this is a daily practice can help to keep your expectations in perspective as you strive to focus on the things to be …

When you’re not comfortable being comfortable anymore, leaving that comfort requires giving up what no longer serves you. Are you ready to put in that grand effort? 

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