Category: Tools for Personal Growth
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Every Change Begins with Awareness
As a life coach, my work is all about change. My clients come to me because they want to grow in some area of their personal or professional life, and growth is always, always rooted in change. Change is a fundamental part of any life worth living, and it can be exciting, challenging, and even scary, but…
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Looking Back and Looking Ahead
This weekend, I’m in Clawson, Michigan, the city I lived in when I was born. My paternal grandparents lived a mile away, and my maternal grandmother lived about eight miles away. At one end of our street was Hunter Elementary School, and at the other end—just three blocks away—were the post office, city hall, and…
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
My story turned out great, but many people find that imposter syndrome robs them of huge opportunities. While anyone can experience imposter syndrome, it is particularly prevalent among women and minority groups, who may face additional societal pressures and stereotypes. Overcoming imposter syndrome can be a gradual process, and it’s important to be patient with…
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P.S.A.: Coaching is Not Counseling
It’s important to understand that coaching is not counseling. Both are personal growth services, and at times, there might be some brief overlap in an individual session. But I emphasize the word “brief.” It’s important that a coach stays in her lane and sticks to coaching.
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James Corden’s Life Lesson
April 28 marked James Corden’s last night as host of The Late Late Show. While I’m not a regular viewer, I have enjoyed catching highlights over the years on YouTube. Corden brought a lot of joy and delight to his audiences and his guests, from the highly entertaining “Carpool Karaoke” (featuring the likes of Adele,…
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Declutter Your Home, Declutter Your Mind
Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed by clutter? My family does a lot of hosting and entertaining, and one of my (bad) habits whenever we have folks coming over is to “corral” any clutter in my house. I grab a laundry basket and walk from room to room collecting things that are out of place.…
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Be The Friend You Wish You Had
To have a good friend is to have a real gift, indeed. While friendship certainly comes more easily to some than others, these tips can help you foster deeper friendships and be the friend you wish you had.
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What Does a Life Coach Do?
It can be hard to find the right words to describe the role of a life coach, but recently, while I was on a long road trip with my family, it occurred to be that a life coach is basically a GPS app for your career, relationships, or personal development in general. Like a GPS…
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How to Get Better at Saying “No”
The ability to say “no” is an invaluable asset. It contributes to better boundaries, better time management, and better mental health.
Christy Tennant Krispin, ACC 