Tag: Writing
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Overcoming Control in Relationships: Find Your Voice
Many people DM me and ask: “How can I be happy when I live with someone who is controlling?” First: Let me unequivocally state my following answer does not apply to actual physical or mental abuse — in such cases, get professional help immediately. But let’s say we’re talking about the more common feeling or…
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Why Avoiding Family Over Politics Is a Mistake
Yesterday, I read a really sad leading headline by a popular news outlet. It said, “Yes, you can cancel plans with family over politics.” This kind of statement is very sad. Skipping a family dinner due to political disagreements can be seen as an immature or unproductive choice for several reasons: Family gatherings are often…
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Harnessing Commitment for Life Changes
When we commit to a purpose, the mountains and valleys of life begin to reverberate energy toward our goals. If we choose to go for broke—not merely wishing but really implementing action in a step-by step way, thinking of everything we can possibly do to move ourselves toward what we want—totally awesome things seem to…
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Mastering Discipline: The 15-Minute Rule
Sometimes I’m incredibly inspired to write. I lose track of time and don’t notice anything going on around me. Other times my mind is blank. Nothing seems to pop in. Either way, every day, I sit down to write, ready or not. ✨ On the days I’m less inspired, I set a mental clock for 15…