How to Stop Coping with Loss – 5 Keys to True Transformation

Transformation

Have you ever lost something or someone so important to you, you couldn’t imagine a way through the hurt and pain? First you’re convinced you’re fine, then you’re furious, and before you know it, you have tears streaming down your face and you’re googling: “how to cope with loss.” Ever been there? Um yeah, I have.  And after being largely disappointed with my search results, I came to a critical realization:  I don’t want to [...] Keep reading »

What You’re Missing by Ignoring the Person Next to You

BlogWorld

How many times have you sat next to someone on an airplane, bus, or train without saying so much as “hello” to them? On my recent trip to a BlogWorld conference in New York City, I happened to be seated next to an elegant, well-dressed woman. Our plane was delayed by over an hour, and she appeared quite agitated. I have to admit, she wasn’t all that friendly looking at first, and I didn’t expect [...] Keep reading »

What kindness will you choose?

Smiling Eyes

I’ve found one of the best tried-and-true methods for creating change and establishing good habits is to keep it simple. If you follow these simple “rules,” you will be well on your way to creating positive and lasting changes in your life. 1. Choose one aspect of your life you would like to change. 2. Focus on just that one thing. 3. Make that one thing a priority. 4. Do that one thing every single [...] Keep reading »

What’s the Deal with Blogging Awards Anyway?

Pat on the back

Last week, I was honored when one of my friends and fellow bloggers presented me with the Stylish Blogger award. You might be thinking, what is the point of that?  After the initial surprise of “Yay, I won something!” that’s exactly what I was thinking.  As I told Sandra, I tend to think these awards are a little funny.  Sweet, of course, but also kind of funny.  Bloggers giving other bloggers made-up awards and all. [...] Keep reading »