In the long run, we shape our lives, and we shape ourselves. The process never ends until we die. And the choices we make are ultimately our own responsibility. – Eleanor Roosevelt. (This is a post by Alison Horner. Pic course: www.careers.queensu.ca). We normally think of ownership in terms of things. You own a car. […]
How to use Positive Thinking & Self Talk to Change Your Life (and how a Fairy Godmother can Help!).
It’s not who you are that holds you back, it’s who you think you’re not. – Unknown. (This is a post by Anne Bean, reader & contributor to YLYW. Img: Psychologytoday.com/Google) HI THERE! I’m coming to you loud and clear, with a cup of cinnamon hazelnut coffee within reach, from my creative workshop in Seattle, WA. I […]
8 Simple Practices and Tips for Daily Happiness
What we call the secret of happiness is no more a secret than our willingness to choose life. – Leo Buscaglia. (This is a post by Deb Smouse of DebraSmouse.com. Pic source: Unknown/Google) I’m going to let you in on one of the not-so-secret secrets of life.. BEING HAPPY IS SEXY! Let’s be honest: The […]
What a Sleepless Night in Paris Taught Me about Money
All your behavior results from the thoughts that precede it. Thoughts when properly nourished and internalized, will become a reality in your world of form. They are extremely powerful things. Wayne Dyer. (This is a post by Florence Grunfelder of moneywithflow.com. Img credit: www.fashionpeach.com) I HAVE A CONFESSION TO MAKE.. Years ago, I’m talking early 2000’s, […]
Celebrating Your Sacred Yes
5 Steps to Being Happy + Sparklingly Positive!
Keep your thoughts positive because your thoughts become your words. Keep your words positive because your words become your behaviour. Keep your behavior positive because your behavior becomes your habits. Keep your habits positive because your habits become your values. Keep your values positive because your values become your destiny. – Mahatma Gandhi. (This is […]
5 Simple, Easy Ways To Be More Productive at Work (and Home!).
Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort. – Paul J Meyer. She decided it was time to be more productive, get her focus back, and manage her time better. (This is a post by Melissa Cook Boykin) If you’ve ever experienced runner’s […]
How To Start Your Life All Over Again – Especially After Loss Or Death.
You must do the thing you think you cannot do. – Eleanor Roosevelt. (This is a post by Jennifer Boykin of LifeAfterTampons.com) IF YOU LIVE LONG ENOUGH, LIFE IS GONNA KNOCK YOU ON YOUR BUTT. No matter how amazing you are, no matter how strong you are, no matter what your track record of success, […]
Why Confidence Matters: Confessions of a Good Looking ‘Ugly Duckling’
When Life Sucks: Making the Best of a Bad/Crappy Situation (Fake it till you Make it!)
Keep your head high, keep your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling, because life’s a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about. – Marilyn Monroe. Image source: www.sodahead.com (Post by Rebecca Tracey, Life-Switch Coach + Adventure Instigator at The Uncaged Life) I’m going to tell you a little story. A few weeks […]