Ever think damn, this is the best version of myself. Today. Right here. Right now. How do I hold on to this? What helped me get here? I realized the best version of myself is when I have the following: Harmony (not just balance) in work and life Surrounding myself with people who are kind, driven, ...
Be Thankful
Being thankful isn't just for the Thanksgiving holiday...it's a constant state of being. The holidays have a tendency to stir up more emotions, and give us a sense of family and love, more times than the rest of the year. But should it? Yes, the holiday movies like Love Actually, Home Alone, and even Elf ...
A tribute
It is with great sadness I write this post... Daniela Forte, our contributing blog writer, who has written some of the most honest and raw posts we have about life and getting through obstacles, and coming out the other side, recently lost her battle to cancer. To say cancer is a bitter piece of shit, doesn't ...
Overcome the negative thoughts
It happens, we just can't help it - sometimes we wind up in this tornado of negative thoughts whether it's towards someone else, a situation, ourselves, or just overall. It's no bueno. So how do we break through that tornado? Push those negative thoughts aside? Or at least temper them so we aren't all consumed ...
It’s in the moment
The years seem to fly by...the day goes from our morning rush to our evening slumber before we realize it. The summer passes, the fall swishes by, and winter holidays are suddenly upon us. And then...we're already looking back at the year that's gone and forward at the upcoming new year. Before it's even Christmas, ...
Would you rather be a lifetime movie or a hallmark movie?
Well let's think for a second....lifetime movies are typically a little outrageous whether it's psychotic nanny, jealous significant other, kidnappers, and so many other crazy scenarios you dream will never be something you encounter or live through yourself. And then there's Hallmark...a cycle of love stories told from one inn owner or cupcake maker to a ...
How to be Kind Always
Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. Kindness towards others is not a hard thing, it’s actually rather simple. Hold a door for someone, help someone with their groceries, buy someone a cup of coffee, read to child. All of these acts are acts of kindness. This month will forever be ingrained in my mind as two years ...
One-sided Friendships
Over the years, especially as many people move away, get engaged, have kids, or get busy in their own lives...things change. Friendships change. Some people will put in the effort to be there despite the changes, and others will falter. Which one are you? Some friendships just grow apart, and that's ok. Not all relationships are meant ...
Finding Trust in An Untrusting World
Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. Trust is a big deal. Whether it is trust in yourself or trust in others. It’s not something you play around with. For a number of years now, trusting myself and others has been a constant battle. The lack of trust has come from circumstances in my life where trust was ...
How much will you let them withdraw?
Are you a "people pleaser"? The type of person who is always there for a friend or family member in "need"? The person who people vent to and lean on on a regular basis? Hey that's not a bad thing. It means you're reliable, people trust you, and know they can count on you. All wonderful ...