Dopamine is our brain’s little cheerleader. It’s the reward chemical that lights up when something feels good, like finishing a task or tasting something sweet. That little spark of pleasure motivates and nudges us to keep going. But there’s a catch. Chasing quick hits of dopamine can leave us restless and craving more. That’s because […]
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Happy New Year, y’all. I hope you enjoyed a few moments of pause and insight, and are ready to get after it. And if that was not your path this holiday, read on…I have some tools here for you that may help with the insights, reflection and plan for what comes next. But first, I’d
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Personality tests are everywhere. Maybe you know your Myers-Briggs type or your Enneagram number. Some people swear by DiSC for team building or work dynamics. These tools focus on helping you understand yourself — what drives you, how you react, and what makes you tick. The Fascinate Test flips that idea on its head. Instead
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When we think about what makes a good parent, emotional maturity might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it should be. Emotional maturity in parents forms the foundation for a child’s sense of security, self-worth, and emotional well-being. Without it, children often grow up feeling unseen, unheard, and unsupported in ways
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Ever feel that pressure to be everywhere, do everything, and stay in the loop 24/7? That’s FOMO—the fear of missing out. It keeps us scrolling, saying yes when we’d rather say no, and worrying that life is happening without us. But here’s the thing: constantly chasing what we might be missing is exhausting. The good
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These days, many of us wear our jam-packed schedules like trophies; we boast about how much we have on our plates. Yet, this relentless pursuit of busyness often comes at a hidden cost: emotional isolation. It’s a strange paradox: the more we celebrate our hectic lives—feeling accomplished as we tick off tasks and meet deadlines—the
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“There’s zero correlation between being the best talker and having the best ideas.” This quote from Susan Cain’s book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking sums up her mission: to champion the strengths of introverts in a world that often favors the loudest voices. As a celebrated author, thought
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“In a world that wants women to whisper, I choose to yell.” This quote from Luvvie Ajayi hits home for me. It captures why I admire her so much. Luvvie isn’t just a writer or a speaker—she’s a in the best sense of the word. She shakes things up, questions the norm, and inspires others
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Coaching is a powerful tool for personal development, and regardless of the form it takes ― life coaching, executive coaching, or health coaching ― the common goal is always to help people become a better, more aware and engaged version of themselves. However, one particularly impactful approach is trauma informed coaching. This coaching approach recognizes
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