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Beware of “Complacency.” It Could Be Your Worst Enemy.
Complacency—it’s that sneaky little voice that tells you everything is just fine, that you’ve done enough, and there’s no need to push any further. While this may sound comforting, it’s also one of the biggest dangers you can face in life. The idea of “good enough” can trick you into settling for less than your true potential. Whether in…
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Uncover the Best Version of Yourself: Embrace Your Journey of Self-Discovery
Introduction I’m sure we’ve all heard the Army Slogan/Quote “Be All That You Can Be.” To be honest, it’s one of my favorite quotes. It applies to every one of us in our daily lives. When confronted with adversity, you often discover the strength within you that you never knew existed. Life’s challenges are inevitable, but with preparation and a…
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Embracing Minimalism in a Hectic World: Appreciating the Elegance of Simplicity
Introduction When we moved to the Big Apple (New York) we were very excited, and for a very long time we enjoyed the hustle and bustle of our new lifestyle. Life was always in the fast lane, even on the weekends. I’m not sure where twenty years of our life just vanished. Did we enjoy it? Absolutely, for many years,…
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Reflection – Make It a Habit
Introduction Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered “what am I doing, where am I going with my life?” “Is all of this worth it?” Well, you’re not the only one. I’ve done it many times, and so have most people I know. It’s an absolutely normal thing to do. It’s called “Reflecting.” And, in my opinion, people…
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Freeing Yourself from Emotional Baggage: A Journey to Inner Liberation
Introduction When I think of excessive emotional baggage, I am always reminded of an incident that happened at JFK airport, to someone I know. Reaching the check-in counters at the airport, this individual placed their bag on the weighing machine, and was immediately told by the airline staff “sir your bag is significantly overweight. You need to reduce it to…