You have created your SMART goals and now what do you do? Your next step is to take action, but how are you going to do that when your goals are so big? Where will you start? If you have not already taken time to break your big goals down into smaller, more manageable goals, […]
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Hard times can build the character, grit, and kind of tenacity one needs to become the greatest version of themselves. If your path hasn’t challenged you in a way that sometimes has made you want to scream and pull your hair out, then you have not tapped into that raw beast of a brain and
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Life’s greatest achievements are not accomplished by sitting idle, choosing comfort over discomfort, and looking the other way when challenges present themselves. Personal growth takes a certain kind of willingness and courage to confront that which we fear and put ourselves in positions of uncertainty. The thicket of doubt tempts us to go back the
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You can have all of the knowledge that the universe has to offer but without self-efficacy and favorable environmental factors, what good is it to you or anyone else? Surround yourself with those who believe in you and who lead an uplifting and inspiring lifestyle. You must believe in yourself if you really want to
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How is it that most of us know effective stress management plays a large role in our overall well-being, yet we do not provide it the time or attention required for our desired outcomes? There are many reasons we can give, but one tends to stand out above the rest. We simply do not make
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Expressing ourselves through creative outlets is an important part of our overall wellness. I often do this through writing. Writing helps me make sense of my thoughts. Here is something I wrote a couple years ago when I was experiencing some doubts over what I had set out to achieve. We are all a work
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Spirituality is what breathes purpose into our lives. It is the “why” of why we are here. It is what allows us to put our egos aside and acknowledge something larger than ourselves. It is often unique to the individual in how they view it and experience it. It may stem from someone’s religious beliefs
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Often when we think about wellness, fitness and nutrition are the first things that come to mind. Does this mean if we are fit and eat right, we are well? Not necessarily. In addition to nutrition and fitness, wellness encompasses other areas of our lives such as our spirituality, creative outlets, intellectual growth, financial health,
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