Without this piece boundaries are useless and yet many of us are missing it and our boundaries end up being just wishes. This one will be tough to hear for some people but is oh so important.

How much do you let other people's opinions affect you? And how much should you? 

Wow, such a response about burnout! Here's a little more insight for you lovelies. It IS a real thing and something we clearly need to talk about more! 

Be sure to join me in my Facebook group and get in on the discussion! 

Are aware of the symptoms of burnout? They can be a lot of things and sometimes surprising so here I am to share with you some insights. And I share a little insight in me too and my planner excitement :) 

Don't forget to join me on https://www.facebook.com/groups/stepintobrilliance! 

Do you know the difference and how it might be affecting your long term happiness? We often use self-soothing and act like it's self-care...but it is definitely not and can sabotage your plans, success and joy. Yuck, who wants that? Learn the difference and how to spot the saboteurs! 

A simple often used (and misused) phrase that flies past boundaries or even crushes them completely.  Do you use it or have you had it used to manipulate YOUR boundaries? 

"Jane" writes in about how hearing from her ex-husband irritates her and wants to know how to stop feeling that way. There's a lot to unpack here so we bring it all  back to the basics. 

When complaining gets draining, what do you do? 

I was asked about how happy I'd be in 2 years and this is where my mind went. What about you?