How often, in life, do we stop and say, “Geez, I can’t control this.” Then we spend minutes, hours, even days trying to figure out angles, pathways and more to GAIN control. All, in vain. Instead, give your tireless energy to “creating” something. This simple shift, WILL give you control. It’s likely what was being […]
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I instantly recalled this line from the movie, The Shawshank Redemption. I was so surprised that Stephen King had written it, because it wasn’t from the horror genre, though there were some horrific moments in the movie. However, the movie inspired “hope” and it was so uplifting. I shared it with my family when we
Advice please, Chris, I’m driven to the point where my goals become almost an obsession. I’m always thinking about them, they consume most of my time and energy. All the rest takes a back seat. To me, this is what it takes to make my dreams a reality. I am not saying that nothing else
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Get real! Isn’t that what people say? As if to imply, that facing anything but reality is just plain foolish. Well, what if the illusions you think about, talk about and keep close to your heart…are what give your life it’s zest? You may well be served by your illusions and the possibilities they hold,
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You can’t hear that making mistakes is a GOOD thing, too often. We often strive to do our best and avoid “breaking” things along the way. However, we actually learn best and learn most, from the missteps and mistakes we make. Why? They’re far more memorable, impactful and sometimes downright painful. And we’re wired to
Ugh Chris, There is one BIG thing I would love to stop doing! Shying away from things that are out of my comfort zone. Suggestions please? Signed, Stop me now ~~~~~~~~~~ Well, stop me now…welcome to the club! smile It is human nature to stay IN our comfort zones. We find routine, safety and dare
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Reba…too freaking true! We absolutely need ALL the options available, to succeed. We’re wishing for the best or better opportunities… We’re challenged to show our strength and conviction… And goodness knows…you MUST have a sense of humor on the road to success… She nailed it… Which “bone” do you need to add to your life
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I’ve heard this quote before…and while I agree….what might have been, is pretty sad. However, you and I, both know sadder words. So without going down that road, what’s a different perspective we might have about this? Like… What we might have avoided! What we discovered instead! What gifts unfolded! You get the point. It’s
Hey Chris, I feel like the inability to keep myself from judging and finding gratefulness is stopping me on my journey to a higher level of confidence and self esteem. What can I do? Signed, On a journey ~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you for the question, on a journey! For me, “judging and finding gratefulness” are external
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This may be difficult to believe when the clouds are forming, storming and covering your path forward… But they always…pass. You will have experienced this in your life, if you’ve been on the planet for even a minute. There’s always something that comes up or comes along to disrupt your peace. Usually at just the
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