I have a new motto – and I think that this particular saying is going to save me a lot of stress, make me more productive, and help to return the enthusiasm to my life. It is - wait for it...Things are only as hard as you make them. You see, I’ve discovered that I’ve …
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Breaking Free from the Hype of Perfectionism
(Excerpt from Pain, Passion & Purpose ) In our competitive world we’re constantly bombarded by messages to achieve top status - at record speed - while looking absolutely gorgeous. No pressure there! Without even realizing it, our minds become trained to measure ourselves up against impossibly high standards. It’s no wonder so many of us …
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A Personal Rant
Do you consider yourself successful? That was the hot-button question that my husband asked me last night. I wasn’t prepared for how hard that question would hit me. I Stammered. I danced around in my mind trying to figure out what that meant exactly. I tried to say yes, but somehow it came unconvincing – …
The Free Test that will Change your Life
Let’s face it, it’s a huge world full of infinite possibilities. When choosing a career direction it can be difficult to commit to just one that seems like the perfect fit. Add the fact that most of us have multiple interests, and it can be almost impossible to discern which path will lead to your greatest …
Feelin’ the Love
For today’s blog, I fully intended to tell you about this amazing test that I came across that helps you better understand yourself, narrow down your career options and have a better chance of living a happy life while fulfilling your own unique purpose. Oh, how I wish I’d found this years ago. And I …
Speaking from the Heart
I felt broken. I was surprised at how empty I felt inside. As a normally cheerful and motivated person, a series of unexpected events – a layoff and some health issues – left me feeling as if all then energy had been sucked out of my world. What I didn’t know then was that this emptiness …
It’s Now or Never Year! Are you Ready?
Okay, I usually try to stay away from the word “never” but there comes a time in our lives when we realize that some dreams are only going to be harder to reach if we wait a minute longer. That’s where I’m at. I’m in my mid 40’s and sitting squarely in that place where …
Marci Wise, M.A., LMHC 