A nonchalant mindset is a form of self-protection. It can be helpful in some situations and harmful in others. What is a nonchalant mindset? A nonchalant mindset is any thought or action that reduces your awareness of stress and anxiety. You might use this thinking to protect yourself from negative emotions. Still, it can also […]

The world is a scary place. It’s easy to feel like the only way to protect yourself is to hide your true self and play it safe. But what if I told you that wasn’t necessary? What if I told you that instead of protecting yourself, you could wear your confidence like it’s your armor? […]

So, it’s New Year’s Eve, and you’re sitting there contemplating how much your life has changed over the last year. You’ve made some fantastic memories with loved ones and friends. You’ve also accomplished some pretty big goals, and you’re feeling proud of yourself right now. But the truth is that change happens all year long […]

Some people are naturally consistent. They have a routine that they follow without fail, and they don’t miss any steps. They go to the gym every day at 6 AM after their morning coffee and then eat a healthy breakfast before heading to work—and you can set your watch by them because they never deviate […]

If you’re like me, you can’t believe that 2023 is already here. I used to think that time felt like it moved faster as I got older, but I’ve realized that it’s because we have so much happening in our lives at any given moment. Between work, friends, and family obligations—not to mention some of […]

I’ve always thought that if you want to be successful, you should practice proactivity. I’ve noticed that people with proactive mindsets are more successful because they’re always looking aware of their emotions and have solutions for problems that may arise in the future. They also understand pivoting, but there is a baseline for approaching those […]

Tell us more about what you do! I am an Executive Assistant.   What are you passionate about? Family! When were you diagnosed, and what was your diagnosis? I was diagnosed in 2006 with Metastatic Breast Cancer, De Novo   What advice do you wish you had known and would give another woman that has […]

If you’re like me, you’re always looking for ways to be happier and more productive. You want to take on new challenges but aren’t sure where to start. You want to spend your time learning and growing but don’t know how to maximize those experiences, and often times that brings on self-induced stress. The truth […]

Tell us more about what you do! I run my own business, Purple Magnolia Design, providing graphic design and marketing consulting services. Most of my clients are within the commercial real estate sector, but I also work with non-profits, other marketing consultants, and small businesses   What are you passionate about? First and foremost, I […]

The word “self-advocacy” tends to conjure up images of people with disabilities standing up for themselves and their rights. Still, it’s more than that: self-advocacy is about creating a mindset in which you’re your own best advocate. In this post, we’ll explain what the self-advocacy mindset entails, how to develop it, and how to use […]