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Benefits of Being Demotional

Being so emotional yet able to detach from matters.. what does that look like? Fortunately, there's a word for this state of being known as demotional. For the past couple of years, I've explored being demotional after a tumultuous period in my life and found it beneficial beyond measure. It's time to break down what being demotional is all about and the benefits of a demotional frame of mind.

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Are Your Values Aligned With Your Goals?

Are you feeling unfulfilled with yourself even after accomplishing all your goals? You're left wondering how that's even possible. Have you considered whether your goals are truly aligned with your values? By delving deeper into purposeful, personal goals versus goals that are just for the sake of it, we can find your path to greater fulfillment. Let's start aligning your values with your goals!

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Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

Do you feel as if you're stuck in life but don't know how to make progress? Have you ever considered that your mindset might be the key ingredient holding you back? Learning the differences between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset can be the ultimate difference-maker between your dreams becoming a reality. Let's learn more about how to adopt a growth mindset so you can achieve your dreams!

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Feel Like Something Is Missing In Your Life?

Have you ever felt like something was missing in your life? You can't quite put your finger on what it is, but you know that something is definitely lacking. How can we figure out what that thing is? By utilizing two exercises of assessing your core values and reframing how you ask yourself questions, we can gain clarity and a refreshed perspective to finally find the answer to what's missing!

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Difficulties in Finding Passion and Purpose

Have you been itching to find your passion and purpose but can't find where to start? Or every time you try to think about pursuing an interest, you find yourself stuck and losing interest? Finding your passion and purpose is not as simple a task as commonly described. However, by employing some self-critical assessments, we can help you overcome the difficulties of finding passion and purpose!

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Treating Imposter Syndrome

Dealing with imposter syndrome is common amongst all human beings, regardless of how successful someone may appear. Since many of us deal with imposter syndrome one time or another, the question becomes, "How can we treat it so that we feel worthy and competent in our work and abilities?" By learning strategies to reframe your mindset, we can all come together and treat imposter syndrome for good!

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Aspire to Inspire

Why do we do what we do? How can we continue to grow and develop and give back to a community? Aspiring to inspire is one of the most beautiful journeys life can take us on, but how exactly can we become like the inspirational figures we looked up to when we were young? By learning how aspirations are the source for inspiration, you too can become an inspiration and by being purposefully engaged!

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Beating Self Conscious Anxiety and Fear

To some extent, we're all a bit self conscious, anxious, and fearful. But what happens when those emotional states and mindsets start to hinder our life experiences? Is there any way to beat this self conscious anxiety and fear? Fortunately, the answer is a firm yes. Learning to control our attention, being specific with our thoughts, and embracing the law of averages are all ways to get started!

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Tips for Your Self Care

How does one self care exactly? The internet and world at large have shared a multitude of self care activities to bring balance and wellness into your life, but do those activities always work for you? Is there such thing a perfect self care routine? No, self care should be a personalized, self discovery journey that is tailored to your life. Learn some tips for your self care discovery process.

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Reinventing Yourself

You're stuck and want to reinvent yourself, but how do you start? Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to completely change your lifestyle, everyone can reinvent themselves since it's not as difficult as it seems with the right tools and framework to chart the process. Through reflection, exploration, and an incremental mindset, you can align your life with what you want!

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Reflecting on the Year 2020

Wow.. what a year 2020 has turned out to be. It has definitely been a year unlike any other in the last couple of decades. From the pandemic to social unrest, 2020 proved to be one of the most unpredictable and eye-opening years of our livelihoods. We've all had so much time to reflect inwardly and externally with the large amount of time sheltered in place. Let's reflect back on the year of 2020.

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Developing a Positive Mindset in a Negative World

We all love embracing the good vibes only mantra, but is it sustainable? Our egos play with our minds and block us from a life of positivity at times. How can we cultivate a sustainable positive mindset? Fortunately, there are a couple of simple tricks to changing your inner dialogue and experience that can help tremendously. Learn to embrace these small changes for a more sustained positive life!

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Minimalism for the Overthinker

Are you an overthinker that wishes you could finally rid of all those racing thoughts in your head? Minimalism is a wonderful lifestyle that can help you declutter from the exterior, physical world and work your way inward. By understanding and embracing a simple value system through minimalism, overthinkers can experience the breakthrough of finally overcoming the stranglehold of your thoughts!

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Creating a Healthier Home for You

Have you ever wondered why you feel sluggish and uninspired at home? Our homes are meant to be comfortable, beautiful, and healthy spaces we inhabit that breathes energy in life. The way you design your home, from your bedroom to the kitchen, should functionally serve your health and wellbeing on a daily basis. How can you do that? Well, come learn some tips to create a healthier home for you now!

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Forgiving Yourself and Others

How often we go through life holding on to our own ego and letting that get in the way of opening up our hearts to the truth of the matter. Holding grudges and the idea of social "power" only feed unresolved issues that negatively affect our lives. Come learn how to become more forgiving to both others and yourself so that we can open our hearts and minds to see our true, authentic selves today!

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Forming and Changing Habits

Habits play an integral role in making our lives easier. How exactly do we come to form and change habits though? We'll take a deep dive into the underlying psychology in forming habits so that you can understand how to form healthy habits. By understanding the psychological three pronged approach to habit formation, you'll set yourself up for success to change bad habits in place of healthy ones!

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The Art of Modern Communication

Communicating in the modern-day is as difficult and as easy as ever. Without a matter of seconds, we can instantly send a message to a friend or colleague across the world. But how effective are the ensuing messages if we're not present and authentic in the conversation? Let's dig deeper into the issues that are present modern-day communication means and learn how to become better communicators!

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Building Your Financial Foundation

Money and finances are often hard topics to discuss publicly and gain a firm grip on. Too many folks are experiencing hardships due to financial limitations. Fortunately, there's an easier way to approach your finances to help you build your financial foundation. Learn about the four core tenants of finances and how to approach them. Take charge of your financial foundation and plan for success!

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My Muse Mondays

Muse Mondays is a practice I follow every Monday night and have been doing for the past couple of years. What's Muse Mondays you ask? I delve into the background of Muse Mondays, the origin, and the practice in of itself that has helped me grow and learn more about myself and humanity as a whole. At its core, Muse Mondays is all about being inspired from others and providing inspiration as well.

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Unleash Creativity through Execution

Creativity and execution seemingly live in two different worlds. You can only be good at one or the other. What if there was a way to be creative and execution-oriented? The attitude and mentality with which we approach the interplay between creativity and execution can drastically impact our ability in our careers and life. Let's look at the cyclical power and nature of creativity and execution!

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