The Federal Reserve—it’s a name that conjures images of marble halls and opaque financial maneuvers. But for everyday savers, the Fed’s actions, particularly its decisions on the federal funds rate, have a startlingly direct and immediate impact on one of the safest places we park our cash: high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) and Certificates of Deposit (CDs).
Have you ever said to yourself, “I’m just not good with money”? That thought holds back so many brilliant women. But what if that feeling isn’t a flaw? What if a flawed system gives you that feeling because you never …
Over the years, I have refined this process for myself. I have only shared this with one person prior to writing my book, my wife, Michele. Her first response was to laugh and say “Really? You do it that way?”. “Yes, I do!” was my answer. I’m ok with being laughed at if it helps get the point across.
As I mentioned earlier, how people visualize is very different. Mine takes the form of magical fantasy gaming. You may be playing the heroine or hero or just visualizing your hopes and dream with emotion.
2015 feels like ages ago… yet just yesterday. Looking back ten years, I realize I was chasing the wrong things—just like so many of us do.
I stressed over the wrong people. Especially bosses.
I waited for the “perfect time” that never came.
I worked hard at becoming more and more efficient. So that I could do more of the things I had no passion for.
Then one day, I woke up and realized… I’ve been doing this all wrong.
If this sounds at all familiar, I don’t want it to take you 10 years to realize.
We so often hear how we need to be resilient and that resilient people are the ones who succeed and come out on top. I say bullshit. To me, the word resilience implies struggle, fighting against the current situation or status quo. There’s a strong negative connotation to the word resilience. It conjures an image of a person as a punching bag, taking hits and just trying to not be knocked out.
Journaling is one of the most powerful tools for personal growth, and it’s backed by research. Studies show that a consistent journaling practice can reduce stress, enhance creativity, help you process emotions, and make it easier to achieve your goals. By externalizing your thoughts, you gain a new perspective, leading to greater self-awareness and a clearer understanding of your own mind.
Do you remember the boundless imagination of your childhood? The way you could lose yourself in a make-believe world, where anything was possible? Dream casting is all about tapping back into that powerful, uninhibited imagination to vividly picture the future you desire.
We’ve all faced a challenge that seems impossible to solve. Whether it’s a personal issue or a professional hurdle, our first instinct is often to approach it from a familiar angle. But what if the solution isn’t where you’re looking?
Life’s journey is rarely a straight line. It’s filled with forks in the road, unexpected opportunities, and the constant need to adapt. But how do you navigate this journey with purpose? The “Choice, Chance, Change” framework is a simple yet powerful exercise that empowers you to take control of your future.
What if you could turn your dreams from a hazy future into a clear, actionable plan? The powerful principle of “Begin with the end in mind” is an exercise that allows you to do just that. It’s about harnessing the power of your imagination to envision your ultimate destination, and then working backward to create a roadmap to get there.
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