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Episode 2049:
Embark on a journey of self-discovery with the tale of a woman who transitions from seeking external validation to finding her true purpose. This personal narrative explores the struggle for self-acceptance and the transformative power of self-love.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drmargaretrutherford.com/what-could-be-the-best-valentines-gift-you-could-give-yourself/
Quotes to ponder:
"Finally, I began waking up to the realization that no one was going to like me more than I liked myself."
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2049: Finding Your Purpose and Living It (AKA “The Best Valentines Gift You Can Give Yourself”) by Dr. Margaret Rutherford

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Episode 2191:
Chalene Johnson emphasizes the critical importance of first impressions and effective communication in personal and professional success. By focusing on areas like dress, posture, smiling, and word choice, you can create a magnetic first impression. Additionally, becoming a confident communicator involves preparation, clarity, and audience engagement, ensuring you seize every opportunity.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/first-impressions/ & https://www.chalenejohnson.com/become-a-confident-communicator/
Quotes to ponder:
"Take the time to look your best and dress appropriately for the situation. You want to fit in; you don’t want your garments to draw attention away from yourself."
"Smile fully and look people in the eye. When they speak, nod and smile as if you understand what they are saying. Make others feel like they are very important to you."
"Do your best to speak clearly and at an auditory level that mimics others in the room. You neither want to be too quiet nor too loud."
Episode references:
How to Win Friends & Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034
Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conversations-Talking-Stakes-Second/dp/1469266822
The Art of Communicating: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Communicating-Thich-Nhat-Hanh/dp/0062224662
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2191: Focus on First Impressions AND Become a Confident Communicator by Chalene Johnson on Communication Skills

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Episode 2190:
Jen from This Time of Mine.com shares ten effective tips to help parents get their kids to clean up without a fight. By making cleaning easy, incorporating fun elements like music and timers, and fostering consistency and clear expectations, parents can transform cleanup time into a smoother, more cooperative process for everyone.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/how-to-get-kids-to-clean-up-without-a-fight/
Quotes to ponder:
"One of the best ways to help our kids clean up, especially without a fight, is to make it easy for them to do so."
"Kids love racing to beat a timer, so make it a race, rather than a countdown to a punishment."
Episode references:
BeachBound: https://www.beachbound.com/#!/
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2190: How to Get Kids to Clean Up Without a Fight by Jen of This Time of Mine on Parenting Tips

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Episode 2189:
Erica Layne's article highlights the difference between tolerating and accepting the everyday irritants of motherhood. By shifting from mere tolerance to acceptance, mothers can reduce stress and cultivate a more peaceful, happier life, even amidst the inevitable messiness and complaints of family life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ericalayne.co/what-could-you-accept/
Quotes to ponder:
"We humans are able to convince ourselves that the real is the ideal."
"Maybe with enough purpose and practice on my part, the real could move a little bit more toward ideal."
"It’s so tempting to constantly lean on my kids about their rooms but I also want to get through raising them with my sanity intact."
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2189: Moms: What Could You Accept - to Live a Happier Life? by Erica Layne on Motherhood & Parenting

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Episode 2188:
Anthony Ongaro explores the impact of social media on our well-being, highlighting its potential to both connect and distract us. He emphasizes the importance of mindful usage, encouraging breaks from social media to improve life satisfaction and foster genuine relationships.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/social-media-wrong/
Quotes to ponder:
"Social media can be just like a digital form of sugar. Sure it may feel good and it’s fun to eat, but you can’t live on it."
"Social media isn’t inherently good or evil, it just is. It’s up to us to determine how we want to use that tool in our lives to make it better and not worse."
"The most effective way to un-addict yourself is to take at least a seven-day sabbatical from social media."
Episode references:
Happiness Research Institute: https://www.happinessresearchinstitute.com
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2188: How We're Using Social Media The Wrong Way by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch

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Episode 2187:
Alysha Jeney of Modern Love Counseling explores the common struggle of reconciling our emotions as irrational or logical. She shares personal insights and professional observations, emphasizing the importance of accepting and validating our feelings to achieve emotional freedom and self-awareness.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.modernlovecounseling.com/emotions-irrational-or-logical/
Quotes to ponder:
"My avoidance and lack of self-awareness was restricting my ability to emotionally function."
"Acceptance can actually become very empowering. It can reinforce our strengths and abilities as human beings and as a result, help us become more in touch with ourselves."
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2049: Finding Your Purpose and Living It (AKA “The Best Valentines Gift You Can Give Yourself”) by Dr. Margaret Rutherford

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