Let’s approach this topic as a workbook. You will find links to deeper exploration. If you really want to dig deeper into who you are, please take time to read these blogs. However, do not forget to come back and complete this section. We are building your story and momentum to move into 2026. ThisContinue reading “Self-Directed Living – Turning Evaluation into Action”
Category Archives: Intentional Living
SWOT + So What: A Framework for Intentional Growth
Self-evaluation is stepping back and looking at the big picture. In the business world, this is often done by completing a SWOT analysis. This involves taking inventory of strengths and weaknesses, including resources, capabilities, and challenges. This is a strategic assessment to inform decision-making. Today, we are conducting a personal SWOT analysis, which consists ofContinue reading “SWOT + So What: A Framework for Intentional Growth”
Where Am I Now? Taking Inventory
“The view we adopt of ourselves profoundly affects the way we lead our life. You can determine whether you become the person you want to be and whether you accomplish the things you value.” -Carol Dweck The new year is a fresh start, a time to set new goals and create an intentional plan forContinue reading “Where Am I Now? Taking Inventory”
Building Resilience: A Guide to Thriving Through Uncertainty
“Sometimes we make the process more complicated than we need to. We will never make a journey of a thousand miles by fretting about how long it will take or how hard it will be. We make the journey by taking each day step by step and then repeating it again and again until weContinue reading “Building Resilience: A Guide to Thriving Through Uncertainty”
Psychological Health and Coping Skills
“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” Williams James This essay explores how psychological health and intentional coping strategies empower us to navigate stress and build resilience. Chronic stress can cause long-term physical and mental health issues. There is good stress as well; it helps us to stayContinue reading “Psychological Health and Coping Skills”
Mental and Emotional Health
“Being able to be your true self is one of the strongest components of good mental health.” – Lauren Fogel Mersy As we move toward the end of the year, the days will get shorter and colder. The holidays will descend upon us. These changes have a mental effect on many individuals. So, as weContinue reading “Mental and Emotional Health”
Philosophy and Psychological Wellness
This blog has been streaming a series on self-definition, self-actualization, and creating a personal philosophy. Guides on how to live your values and beliefs through your philosophy. Staying true to yourself as you live your life. The October blogs will be about designing psychological health through your personal philosophy. This theme invites readers toContinue reading “Philosophy and Psychological Wellness”
Kindness as the Visible Face of Purpose
I usually set a theme for the month and create my essays based on the theme. This theme has been trending on blogs since July. A journey of self-definition and developing a personal philosophy. I set out to write about purpose-led visibility, a concept that worked into my theme. I imagined a post about showingContinue reading “Kindness as the Visible Face of Purpose”
Creative Expression as Self-Actualization
This essay continues a series on defining yourself, seeking self-actualization, and creating a personal philosophy. The series started in July 2025. During September, we are looking at living your philosophy out loud. How is creative expression a way to live your philosophy? What is Creative Expression? We’re trying to figure out how to be ourselvesContinue reading “Creative Expression as Self-Actualization”
Authenticity in Relationship: Living Your Philosophy Out Loud
“Vulnerability is the only bridge to build connection.” Brene Brown The September theme is living your philosophy. After defining your personal philosophy and values, how will you live accordingly? The central question is, How does your personal philosophy become a lived experience? What Authenticity Looks Like? It is about showing your true self, your thoughts,Continue reading “Authenticity in Relationship: Living Your Philosophy Out Loud”