Your trauma doesn't...

Your trauma doesn't give you the right to hurt others. Break the cycle by healing yourself with love. Then you'll pass on love, instead of pain.

In some way we're all a product of...

In some way we're all a product of our past and experiences, but that doesn’t mean we have to be defined by our past or cling to a time that is now only a memory. When we are brave enough to say goodbye to a past that is over, life will bring forth a new future to begin.

The key to listening well is to...

The key to listening well is to experience the world through the eyes of someone else. See what they see. Feel what they feel. That doesn't mean you have to agree.

We influence others, we touch them and...

We influence others, we touch them and a piece of us sticks with them, no matter what. Be kind, be honest and true. Do your best, for in the end that is all that matters, maybe you won't be remembered forever, but a part of you will always keep existing in those you changed.

You change your thinking not only to...

You change your thinking not only to be more optimistic but to allow your mind to grow and expand. Through an open healthy thinking mind you can look at everything that hasn’t worked out for you and uncover other ways that might.

Not all the puzzle pieces of...

Not all the puzzle pieces of life will seem to fit together at first, but in time you’ll realize they do. So thank the things that didn’t work out, because they just made room for the things that will.

It's true that not everyday is...

It's true that not everyday is a good day but there's always something good in each day. In fact, our mood changes hour to hour, because our thoughts and emotions do. When you do find your mood shifting. STOP for a moment and just consider one small thing you can do to lift it.

Value yourself for who...

Value yourself for who you are, and don't allow others to dictate your value. Trust yourself, think for yourself, form your own opinions, and make your own decisions. And most importantly refuse to compare yourself to others. You are unique so there is no one else like you.

Where you are now, whatever your...

Where you are now, whatever your situation is, there is always a way out. It might require a different way of thinking or developing new skills. So, put the past behind you as you can't change it, but you can change your present and when you do, you change your future.

You will never find your worth in...

You will never find your worth in another person — you find it in yourself, and then you will attract those who are worthy of your energy. Stop waiting for others to tell you how important you are. Tell yourself right now!

To be more grateful focus on...

To be more grateful focus on what you have:  The people you love, the opportunities that are around you, the things you enjoy doing, the time you have, the place you live in, and the friends that you have. Grateful people live great lives.

You may have been beaten down by...

You may have been beaten down by adversity and sidetracked by rejection, but it did not break you. So let no one even your mind convince you otherwise. Stand up, and appreciate yourself for who you are, quirks and all.

There is no shame in...

There is no shame in feeling stuck and somewhat lost. The key to moving forward is to make choices that invite new possibilities – new ways of thinking, feeling, behaving and living so that one choice today, creates easier choices tomorrow.

Think of all the decisions...

Think of all the decisions you’ve made that led you to where you are now. Without those decisions you may be somewhere else, someone else. In the same way, your decisions and choices today will take you in the direction of your dreams.

There are no certainties in...

There are no certainties in life; no one knows exactly what the future will bring. So, your best strategy for living better and creating your best life is to make the best and most positive use of the present moment, even when it’s far from what you'd like it to be right now.

Future goals, the vision you have for...

Future goals, the vision you have for your future is about setting a direction. You don't have to figure it all out today, you just have to take that first step in the direction of what you truly want.

Just because you are...

Just because you are struggling, doesn't mean you're not learning. Every setback has something to teach you, and everything you learn helps you grow. If you are unwilling to learn, no one can help you; if you are determined to learn, no one can stop you.

You are not what has...

You are not what has happened to you, but what you choose to become. However, it takes courage to leave the past behind and take that first step forward. But in doing so, you find the way out of the hard and dark times and into the light of new and better ones.

Moving on is always...

Moving on is always uncomfortable, no matter the circumstances. We tend to reflect on the “good” and seldom acknowledge what made us move on to begin with. It is not easy, but if you choose to move on, move on. Reflection is useful, just be mindful not to live in the past.

Don’t put your life on...

Don’t put your life on pause, waiting for the right career, the perfect relationship, or the pile of money. Focus on the best of what you have right now and be creative with it. Live with the intention that everything you want will arrive into your life.

The best thing to do during a conversation is...

The best thing to do during a conversation is actually listen to what the other party said instead of waiting for them to finish so you can start.

Not everyone is your friend or...

Not everyone is your friend or has your best interest in mind. Wish them well and find better friends. Friends that support you, call you on your crap, clap & celebrate your success and want the best for you... these are the people you want in you corner for life!

It’s tremendously freeing to...

It’s tremendously freeing to know you're not what happens to you, what others say about you, or the hand you're dealt. You can take those events and choose the meaning of them for yourself.  You can decide how to move forward and how you wish to respond to all things.

People can’t feel what...

People can’t feel what you are going through. They aren’t living your life!  So, let go of what they say about you. There is great freedom in leaving others to their opinions. And there is a huge weight lifted when you take nothing personally.

Find the balance between...

Find the balance between being happy with who you are and where you are now, while moving towards your potential and best life. Never being satisfied with where you are, or with what you have achieved so far in life, is being unkind to yourself.

Stress is a natural part of...

Stress is a natural part of life, and there’s no getting away from it. Whether it’s day-to-day stresses, like traffic, bills, or major life changes and upheavals, we all get our share of stress. So, there's no point in trying to be stress-free, rather strive to be stress proof.

Life won't look much different while...

Life won't look much different while you stay within the limits of what you already know and do. Open your mind and allow new things to enter. When you have hope that tomorrow can be better, you can bear the hardships of today. You do have the power to make life better.

It's hard to accept what...

It's hard to accept what you don't want to be true. But acceptance doesn't mean liking or agreeing with the situation, rather allowing life to be as it is right now. It's okay to feel how you do, in fact, it's beneficial to be present with and allow the feelings to flow and pass.

Emotions feel overwhelming at...

Emotions feel overwhelming at times. That's because we keep thinking or giving our attention to what's causing them, which is mostly never the problem, but our minds narrative about the problem. The result is that we get stuck in a self perpetuating cycle of discomfort.

To be more grateful focus on...

To be more grateful focus on what you have:  The people you love, the opportunities that are around you, the things you enjoy doing, the time you have, the place you live in, and the friends that you have. Grateful people live great lives.

It’s not that you always have to...

It’s not that you always have to get it right; In fact, it’s not reasonable to think every choice you make will be the right one. When you’re uncertain, take direction from your inner wisdom and you will be guided to what is the next best step for you right now.