In times like this recession, it can be difficult to see and hear the good that is happening all around us. One great new movement that’s taking place and worthy of paying attention to is called the “People’s Stimulus Package.”  Inspired by Danny Cottrell, the owner of a Brewton, Alabama pharmacy, the “People’s Stimulus Package”…

It’s not uncommon when you are unemployed to experience a drop in self-esteem, which can cause you to become disconnected from your gifts. This can be problematic because if you are not connected to your abilities, then how can you speak clearly about your strengths in an interview with a potential employer? If you are…

One of the qualities that sets humans apart from other species is our ability to remember the past and make future decisions based upon our experiences. Humans are naturally planners and builders, drawing from our personal and collective knowledge. This capacity to remember the past doesn’t always serve us, however. We can continue to suffer…

When we are challenged, personally and financially, it can be difficult to stay centered, calm and positively proactive. Yet, if we can’t make these necessary adjustments, our lives can begin to spiral into a downward cycle of negativity and defeat. One of the things I teach my clients is to actively listen to and guard…

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