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Learnings, teachings and tips & tricks for anyone to who wants to live a happier, more fulfilling life with less stress and more freedom.

Epic Shit. 2020 Edition.
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Epic Shit. 2020 Edition.

The first draft of this annual blog post was exactly one sentence. “I survived.” And quite frankly, that seemed like a pretty complete account of the absolute shit show recorded in history as 2020. While the year was a mess, it turns out it wasn’t a complete loss.

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This Is Hard
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This Is Hard

Life isn't always easy, sometimes it's a battle every day. Read 18 really hard things in my life and the #1 way I survived them all.

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#1 Tool for Stress Management
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#1 Tool for Stress Management

The key to managing your stress is managing your thoughts by breaking down old thought patterns, habits or beliefs in order to become mentally stronger.

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Vulnerability Is Safe
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Vulnerability Is Safe

I’d rather have a root canal than subject myself to feeling vulnerable. But I was wrong. True healing begins when you are honest about your pain.

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Epic Shit. 2019 Edition.
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Epic Shit. 2019 Edition.

Back by popular demand, EPIC SHIT, 2019 Edition. The review of a year filled with life-changing and heart-wrenching moments. 2020 has big shoes to fill!

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40 Things About Turning 40
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40 Things About Turning 40

To celebrate turning 40, here are 40 Things I wish I could go back and tell myself on my 20th birthday.

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Yes. You. Can.
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Yes. You. Can.

Five years ago I was sad, alone and had no idea what was coming next. Five years later I've checked multiple items off my bucket list.

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Getting What You Want
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Getting What You Want

Do you want something in your life that you don't already have? Most of us are relatively happy but oftentimes are too caught up in the "busyness" of day-to-day and forget to dream, set goals, or even desire something more for our life.

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There Are So Many of You
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There Are So Many of You

What if you just said it? What if you faced the fear of judgement and told somone you're battling depression? What if a dozen people stood up and gave you a big hug for being so brave? What if you could actually HELP THEM by sharing your experience? What if helping them actually helps you!

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Charmed Life
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Charmed Life

Life isn't always the way it seems. We are all imperfect and flawed but those experiences make you who you are. I've never met a strong person with an easy past.

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Depression is a Thief
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Depression is a Thief

Depression doesn't look the same for everyone but it always robs you of precious areas of your life. Depression is a Thief.

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4 Ways to Help Reduce the Effects of Depression
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4 Ways to Help Reduce the Effects of Depression

Little by little it gets “easier” to just stay home and isolate but this is the opposite of what is actually going to help you when you’re battling Depression. Here are a few ways I pushed through on hard days.

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The Secret to Self Confidence
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The Secret to Self Confidence

Self Confidence is available to anyone, anytime, anywhere. Learn the SECRET to feeling strong, empowered and brave in any situation.

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The Art of Saying No
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The Art of Saying No

Four mistakes people make when trying to tell someone NO! What to say, how to react, and why it's critical to your family, your schedule and your dreams.

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