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Harness the Power of Intentions: How to apply a Positive Approach to Changing a Behavior

Being busy working and dealing with all that life can throw at you often leads to unhealthy coping mechanisms, like excessive alcohol consumption, emotional eating, etc., to escape the daily stressors. This self-sabotage can significantly hinder your progress and overall well-being. Understanding the difference between goals and intentions and incorporating daily intentions into your routine can be the game-changer you need to break free from these destructive behaviors and reach your full potential. Let’s take […]

Breaking the Cycle: How to Stop Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Again

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle, repeating the same behavior over and over again, hoping for a different outcome? Maybe it’s drinking too much, neglecting your relationships, or engaging in self-destructive habits like emotional eating or not working out. Deep down, you know these behaviors are not serving you, yet you continue to do them anyway. You’re not alone, if so. Many of us find ourselves in the same position. In this […]

The Power of Being Okay with Not Being Okay: How to Embrace Your Emotions and Cultivate Resilience in your life

The pressure to always feel happy and content is immense in today’s society. We are constantly bombarded with images of perfect lives and success stories, which can make us feel like we’re not measuring up. But the truth is, it’s okay to not be okay. Life is full of ups and downs, and it’s normal to feel sad, anxious, or stressed at times. Holding in Emotions is Damaging Trying to suppress our emotions and pretend […]

The Hidden Struggles of People Pleasers: Finding Authenticity and Self-Acceptance

(Watch the YouTube video by clicking the photo below) We’ve all encountered people pleasers in our lives, those who always seem ready to lend a hand, offer support or make sacrifices for others. While it may seem like a noble trait on the surface, people-pleasing often stems from a deeper, underlying issue. For many, saying yes is no longer a conscious choice but a default response that leads them to set aside their own needs […]

The Power of D.E.C.I.D.E. – How to add Positive and Lasting Change to your life

Watch the video on the D.E.C.I.D.E Model™ by clicking the photo below. It will take you to YouTube. Change can be difficult, but it is necessary for growth and progress in our lives, especially if you’re looking to change a habit. Where shall you begin? What’s the first step? The Power of D.E.C.I.D.E. is a process that can help you make positive and lasting changes in your life. This process is built on six critical […]

How to Stop Self-Sabotaging Behaviors in Their Tracks

We’ve all been there. We’re stressed out, overwhelmed, and feeling like we’re about to snap. So what do we do? We turn to our old friend coping mechanisms to help us relax, forget our troubles, and numb out. Whether it’s drinking, smoking weed, watching porn, emotional eating, or any other type of distraction, these coping mechanisms might give us temporary relief. But in the long run, they only end up creating more stress and problems. […]

How Words Impact Your Life

Words are incredibly powerful. They can be used to inspire, encourage, motivate, and comfort. They can also be used to discourage, deflate, and demotivate. The words we use, both in our conversations with others and in our self-talk, profoundly impact our thoughts, emotions, and actions. In this post, we will explore the importance of the words we use and how we can use them to enhance our growth and well-being. Eliminate Words that Deflate Let’s […]

How to Handle Stress and Make Better Decisions Using Facts Rather Than Feelings

We all experience stress on a daily basis. From work, to home life, to personal relationships, feeling overwhelmed by our emotions can cause us to act impulsively and make decisions that are not in our best interest. However, when we take the time to consider the facts of a situation rather than allowing our feelings to cloud our judgment, we can better respond to our stressors in a manner that is healthier and more productive. […]

Why Daily Intentions are the Key to Lasting Change

Don’t just make goals, make the reason why you want the goal most important. I’m talking about making intentions. You see, when it comes to making changes in our lives, we often hear about setting goals. However, the concept of intentions is often overlooked, even though it can play a crucial role in our ability to implement new habits and reach our desired outcomes. What are Intentions and Goals? Goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, […]

Redirect – Part Five of SABER

Redirect – Part Five of SABER Welcome to the last step of the SABER flow, Redirect. This is the ACTION step where we shift our attention to gratitude and making a NEW empowering decision. Having gratitude in all situations isn’t easy, especially if you’ve been struggling with something or moving through a difficult experience. I totally get it. But I’ll have you consider the meaning of gratitude. The Latin root of the word gratitude is […]

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