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Pop Goes the Tooth
Hell. What’s this world coming to when a person can’t even enjoy a couple of cups of low-cal popcorn while watching TV? Where is the justice in that, tell me, please. After writing for hours and working out and doing chores, is it a crime to binge on an alleged “healthy” snack while binging on Netflix? For this writer, apparently so.
By Sherry McGuinn6 years ago in Motivation
Tricep Dips: Oh, the Horror!
There have been many times in my life where common sense has completely eluded me. Like continuing to write and take it up the butt on this platform. Some of these situations, I’ve given voice to. Others, I prefer to let hunker down in the old memory hole. After all, you guys don’t want to know every dirty detail of every dirty deed, do you?
By Sherry McGuinn6 years ago in Motivation
I Survived a Toxic Relationship
It was the most painful and confusing time of my life. There were days I convinced myself I’d be okay if I changed nothing. I practiced yoga occasionally, burned my sage, taught my daughter about the crystals in my bag, and sometimes (at least for a moment) I stood on a ground that felt solid. Those days were great and I wouldn’t trade them for all the iced chai tea lattes in the world.
By Lacinda Sue6 years ago in Motivation
Your Struggles Aren't Who You Are.
Life is like a roller coaster, you'll have the high moments, the low moments then sometimes you'll just be smooth sailing enjoying the moment. But most importantly, you gotta ask yourself what you take away from each moment.
By Honeybee Articles6 years ago in Motivation
How To Achieve The Confidence You've Always Wanted
Someone who exudes confidence has a way of lighting up a room. The energy a poised person gives off can feel exciting and infectious, and yet, for many unattainable. You are not the only one who has ever felt that way. You too can be more assertive and self-assured. If you want to embrace a more confident you, here are a few tips to get you there.
By Robert Cordray6 years ago in Motivation
Patterns and the zombie apocalypse.
Earlier this year I discovered a love of all things patterns. I am not talking about polkadots and stripes, but personal patterns and how they shape us, affect our relationships, and our expectations. The interesting thing about patterns is they are set from birth and childhood, hardwired into us for better or worse. But the thing about patterns, like most things in life, with practice (and practice makes perfect, after all!) we CAN learn how to rewire our brains.
By Christina K. Pierce6 years ago in Motivation
The Weight We Carry
Today, we did a spin-off(sort of) of a recent CrossFit Games workout. Our version was as follows: 6 Rds. 400-meter run and 400-meter Odd-Object Run. For the odd-object, we had to pick two different objects in the gym and alternate each round. So, we ended up doing each object 3x. I personally picked a 45-pound plate and a 53-pound kettlebell. I thought that this was a pretty cool event. I don't really like running and I also happen to not be particularly good at it. So, for me, this was a great challenge and one that forced me to dig deep and challenge myself in new ways. I believe that that is something we should all strive to do on a daily basis. Challenge ourselves in new and exciting(or even scary) ways.
By Connor Warman6 years ago in Motivation
Journaling for Success // Prompts for Beginners
Journaling can change the trajectory of where you are headed, and quickly propel you towards your dreams, goals, and ambitions. If you are new to journaling or wanting some fresh inspiration, you are right where you need to be. Take a moment right now to inhale deeply through your nose, and exhale a sigh of presence through your mouth.
By Bri Deckard6 years ago in Motivation
Life with autism
For as long as I can remember and experience, having Asperger's syndrome was a personal challenge that I was facing to accept at certain stages in my life. Beyond learning new things, repeating stuff that I usually say and do in a regular everyday basis, and trying to be as more cognitive and mentally competitive as those that did in a more advanced level, going through those physical and mental experiences, from childhood to adulthood, were as easy but difficult to process. However, having autism and going through everyday life doesn't mean that it would effect my plans to be as successful throughout my current studies in college, a future plan for a career establishment, and enter a doorway to create relationships.
By Victor Christy6 years ago in Motivation
