How to Make the Best of Missed Opportunities

We’ve all experienced missed opportunities—those moments when we look back and think, “If only I had taken that chance.” Often, these missed opportunities can bring feelings of regret and frustration. But if we look at them differently, these experiences can also offer valuable lessons and new perspectives. By changing how we view missed opportunities, we […]

How To Navigate Change with Courage and Grace

No matter what season we are in, our ability to navigate change is a valuable skill set. It seems that the older I get, the more I see that change is important—even though it’s hard sometimes. Change is Happening All Around Us We have a lot going on in our household right now. Olivia is […]

No Matter What Happens, Never Stop Trying

Never stop trying. These are important words to live by. Sometimes, life throws us a curve ball, and all we want to do is quit the game. We’re afraid of failure, so we want to stop trying. But what good would that really do? If you quit the game early, how will you ever know […]

Ten Strategies for Staying Calm in Conflict

Conflict is an inevitable part of life. You may have a disagreement with a coworker. There may be a misunderstanding with a friend. Or you could have a heated debate with a family member. No matter the reason, conflicts can easily escalate if not handled with care. Remaining calm in the face of conflict is […]

Five Ways to Give Constructive Criticism with Kindness

Providing constructive criticism can be a delicate task. It’s important to communicate feedback in a way that is not only helpful but also kind and compassionate. Effective constructive criticism helps the recipient grow and improve without feeling attacked or discouraged. Here are five phrases you can use to give constructive criticism in a loving and […]

The One Vital Practice That Will Change Your Life

Are you ready to change your life for the better? If so, read on. Life is anything but easy. As we move through life, each new day presents us with a whole new set of challenges. Maybe we struggle with getting our children (or ourselves) out of bed. Some may struggle with work challenges. Others […]

Protecting Your Mental Health in Today’s Troubled World

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Because of this, I wanted to share some thoughts on the importance of taking care of ourselves. In our very fast-paced and busy world, protecting our mental health has never been more crucial. With stressors ranging from work and family pressures to global events, it’s essential to prioritize our […]

Six Simple Ways to Uncover Your Strengths

What are your strengths? It’s time to uncover your strengths and let them shine. Whether we recognize them or not, we all have strengths. And when we take the time to uncover those strengths, it will help us to unlock our true potential. Recognizing our strengths can help us to achieve our goals and live […]

Take Time to Acknowledge What You’re Grateful For

What are you grateful for? That may be a difficult question for some, especially in today’s world. But I really want you to think about it. What are you grateful for? May has been a really good month for me, and it will continue to be. I’m really grateful for that. My oldest son got […]

Respect Yourself By Learning to Value Who You Are

Respect yourself. These two words are so simple yet it is probably the one thing we struggle with the most. Self-respect is about loving yourself and practicing self-care. It’s about staying true to your values and not being willing to compromise when those values are challenged. It’s not being conceited or narcissistic, rather, it’s about teaching […]