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My Year-end Review for Catching the Bright Spots and Progress
Feeling a lack of progress with your career, business, goals? Here’s how I boost my spirits, and fuel myself, by looking for the bright spots and signs of progress.
I’ll share what I did, and what I discovered looking back on the year. And I’ll give you some suggested questions for your own personal year-end review (the positive kind). It’s fun. And easy.
A One-Minute Pause
Seems so counter-intuitive that one minute could help when you think it has to be a whole vacation or else forget it. I’ve discovered the magic of 60 seconds.
Here’s a timer, with guidance from Denesia Rodgers, so you can see what I mean.
Ready? Let’s really do this. 60 seconds…
(If you’re a highly sensitive person like me, we need an extra dose of pauses to clear the mind and be in our best flow.)
Introvert/HSP Career Profile of Balancing Mission, Energy, Income. Meet Kristen.
Behind the scenes look at how an introvert and highly sensitive person maintains her mission-driven career with a sense of balance and sustainability.
Inspiring Introvert: Meet Ruby Maddox, Living Her Purpose, with Balance
Does it seem impossible to do meaningful work, make a living, and have a sense of balance too? Here’s an inspiring story of an introvert, Ruby Maddox, so you can picture it.
Social Media Is NOT a Must for Solopreneurs.
Solopreneur service providers (coaches, consultants, healing arts…): you don’t need to be on social media, believe it or not. Here’s why and where to turn instead.
50+ Career Alternatives to Being a Therapist for Those Who Enjoy Psychology and Depth
Over 50 ideas for caring people interested in psychology: so many alternatives to being a therapist, from alternative healing to business related.
Finding Your Purpose in Retirement
Many people worry they won’t have a sense of purpose in retirement, and it can feel scary. You can find your life purpose in retirement, or before. Finding and living your purpose is meaningful, and doable and useful at any age.
Celebrating a Milestone for My Business: A New and Improved Website
I’m taking a moment to celebrate the completion of a big project: my new website that has been a labor of love, from my heart to yours.
When I Told Myself I Just Need To Be Tougher. (Courage > Burnout)
I used to think I just needed to be more tough, push harder. Pushing myself a bit helped me grow courage, but then it also led to burnout. But then…
9 Introvert Facts to Dispel Common Myths
There is still so much misunderstanding about introversion, like the anti-social stereotype in this image. Here are some facts about introverts. Let’s dispel those common myths about introverts.
Get career, purpose, and life tips for caring introverts and HSPs.
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