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Being the Leader of Your Life

The simple definition of “leader” is someone in command of, or the main player in, a group or organization. I have a slightly different point of view. I see true leadership as being the change you desire to see in … Continue reading

Neuroplasticity- Botox for the Brain?

The term Neuroplasticity is the hope of the future of every human on the planet and yet, few people have even heard of it, and fewer actually know what it means.  Why is it important? Simply, the theories of neuroplasticity … Continue reading

The 6 Stages of Personal Growth

Personal development is a process that involves many steps. It’s a life-long journey. This article outlines the six main stages of personal growth. These stages of personal growth are naturally recurrent and can become cyclical with more growth, goals, and … Continue reading

3 No-Nonsense Tips to Overcome your Bad Habits this Year

Put yourself in the shoes of your friend Paul for a second, who can’t stop biting his nails every time a commercial comes on the TV. Or, dive deep within the thought process of your coworker Sarah, who is helplessly … Continue reading

Why Failing to Land My Dream Job is the BEST Thing That Could Have Happened

Have you ever failed at something you really wanted to achieve? More importantly, have you ever stopped up to think, REALLY think, about how that incident changed you, from the person you were, to the person you became? The honest … Continue reading

3 Proven Ways to De-Stress Without Medication

Anxiety. What is it good for? Well, in our ancient days, “anxiety” was a useful chemical reaction that helped spur us to make decisions, like to fight back or run away. Our fight or flight syndrome could send us a … Continue reading