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Differentiation: a Path to Enhanced Self-Esteem
Differentiation: a Path to Enhanced Self-Esteem

In our human experience, differentiation stands out as a vital thread that contributes to the rich pattern of our individual and collective lives. This concept, while often explored within the realm of developmental psychology and interpersonal relationships, also plays a major role in encouraging healthy self-esteem. In this article, I will delve into the intricacies … Read more

Emotional Undercurrents: A Deep Dive into the World of Affairs
Emotional Undercurrents: A Deep Dive into the World of Affairs

I was recently responding to a question on Quora, one of which was titled, “Can an Affair Help or Hurt a Marriage?” I found the title to be quite provocative and decided to answer, but I also thought it would be beneficial to expand my brief answer into a full article. This is an uncomfortable … Read more

Redefining Beauty: How to Celebrate Your Uniqueness in a Filtered World
Redefining Beauty: How to Celebrate Your Uniqueness in a Filtered World

In a world captivated by the fleeting allure of the “trendy it girl”, it’s easy to fall into the trap of believing there’s a singular formula for beauty and attractiveness. Social media feeds are inundated with images that celebrate a narrow scope of style and physique, (Think Kim K, Beyonce, Hadid sisters) often leaving a … Read more

Keep Your Dreams Alive: Navigating the Challenges of Ambition
Keep Your Dreams Alive: Navigating the Challenges of Ambition

In a world where ambition is both celebrated and feared, the journey towards realizing one’s dreams is often fraught with obstacles. Among these, one of the most disheartening can be the negative influence of others who, feeling threatened by your aspirations, seek to dampen your spirit or divert your path. Understanding why this happens, recognizing … Read more

Balancing Your Male and Female Energy
Balancing Your Male and Female Energy

Have you ever heard someone talking about “male” and “female” energy and wondered what in the world they were on about? Well, buckle up, because we’re diving into an intriguing concept that goes beyond gender stereotypes and touches on the essence of human experience. The idea is that male and female energies — often referred … Read more

Understanding Victim Mentality
Understanding Victim Mentality

In our journey through life, it’s not uncommon to encounter hurdles, face adversity, and sometimes feel like the universe is conspiring against us. But have you ever noticed how some people seem to get stuck in that feeling? This is what we often refer to as a victim mentality, a mindset where one sees themselves … Read more

How to Stop Sweating the Small Stuff
How to Stop Sweating the Small Stuff

In the grand tapestry of life, it’s incredibly easy to get caught up in the minutiae — the tiny, often inconsequential details that, for some reason, manage to consume a disproportionate amount of our mental real estate. You know what I’m talking about: the spilled coffee on your new shirt, the traffic jam when you’re … Read more

Drop Your Sword — Combatting the Urge to Be Defensive
Drop Your Sword — Combatting the Urge to Be Defensive

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a seemingly benign conversation that suddenly took a left turn, leaving you feeling like you’ve just been cornered in a boxing ring? One moment, you’re discussing something as innocuous as weekend plans or a recent movie, and the next, you feel your heart rate pick up, … Read more

The Empowering Epoch: How Turning Forty Can Be an Invigorating New Start
The Empowering Epoch: How Turning Forty Can Be an Invigorating New Start

Each decade of life marks new opportunities for reflection, growth, and assessment of where one is in life. I turned 40 this summer, and my mind was preparing for that long before the date arrived and has been reflecting on it well after. There were many moments of emotions and observations that came with approaching … Read more

My Coaching Courses

The New Confident You: How to Go from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery

The New Confident You: How to Go from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery

Healing After a Divorce: Your Road to Recovery

Healing After a Divorce: Your Road to Recovery

Have a Sexy, Fun Life: How to Stop Living Basic and Start Living Bold

Have a Sexy, Fun Life: How to Stop Living Basic and Start Living Bold

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