Category: New Year
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Letting go of an expectation
According to the Oxford dictionary, the word “expectation” means a state of anticipating or believing something will happen. It can also refer to the thing itself that is anticipated, or to the basis for expecting something. Expectations can be beliefs, anticipations, hopes or desires. This season, is there an expectation–or belief, anticipation, hope or desire…
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7 Simple Ways to Encourage Yourself
We all hit moments when motivation runs low, self-doubt creeps in, or things feel… stuck. Whether you’re chasing a goal, dealing with a setback, or just trying to get through a rough day, learning to encourage yourself is a powerful skill. Here are seven simple, effective ways to give yourself a much-needed boost. 1. Talk…
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How to Get Your Happy On
Tips on boosting your happiness
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Gentle Decluttering: 10 Items You Won’t Miss
There is a gentler approach in a world consumed with acquisition and decluttering: gradually leaving behind things of no significance. These items do not bear sentimental, legal, financial or personal consequences. They can be disposed of quickly–much like removing a bandaid. You can gain both momentum and results with a short burst of effort. If…
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What is the orientation of your year?
Ten years ago, I came across a tool called “YearCompass.” At the time, I was looking for a way to understand what had been a challenging year. I had a calendar, planner and goal-tracking templates but lacked motivation, inspiration and insight. The circumstances of my life and those close to me felt overwhelming, and I…
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New year, same me.
For many years, I have loved the allure of “new year, new me.” This fascination dates back to my childhood when the New Year was second in excitement only to the anticipation of a new academic school year. I imagined a year ahead of fulfilled aspirations. I kept long lists of the resolutions that would…