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Photo by Caleb Fisher on Unsplash If you’re a pet owner, then you know your companion adds more than just warmth to a home. They bring joy, laughter, and, yes, lessons. People buy pets with an idea of what comes next — caring for your pet. Feeding and visits to the veterinarian are all expected. But close observation of pet behaviors offers unexpected reminders on how to live a healthier lifestyle. *** I own a Shipoo named Coco. She’s an adorable curly-haired cross between a Shih-Tzu and miniature Poodle. Back in 2019, she won my heart, and our home hasn’t been the same since. She makes her presence known in every space. Here are three things Coco taught me that have improved my...

Even the most experienced people get stumped and struggle with trusting their intuition when it comes to making decisions. Instead of trusting their intuition first, they turn to others. Ones they feel are older or wiser in their eyes — ones who may have more education or experience. Why does this happen? A lack of trust or belief in our decision-making can cause us to doubt ourselves. Doubting ourselves happens for several reasons. We may feel we don’t know enough to make a decision. We have made decisions in the past and it did not work out in our favor. The list goes on and on. And everyone’s situation is different. I have observed that seeking advice from others is a learned...

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.  - Aristotle Photo by Nguyễn Thanh Ngọc from Pexels Do you feel stuck in a rut doing the same thing over and over without results? Do you want to change but don’t know where to start? Based on my experience, the best way to chart a new path and get unstuck is to examine your daily routine. What you do daily, you become. It’s a fact. We are a sum of our habits, big and small. And our habits impact where our energy flows and cultivate our experiences. When we get stuck, it’s because we get stuck in the same pattern. Without intention, our thought pattern...

The holidays are winding down, and many of us are preparing to write our New Year’s resolutions. However, studies show that people make resolutions and, year after year, fail to achieve them. Don’t let that be you. Be a part of the percentage achieving their goals. How? By determining the feelings you want to experience and using visualization to create specific goals for yourself. It’s just that simple. Write Down Your Desired Feelings Start by getting paper and a pen. Have a seat in a quiet area, free of distractions. Then write down the feelings you desire to experience, number each one. Visualize Your Actions Visualization is a powerful tool and can bring clarity. To use visualization, close your eyes...