If you’ve been on social media at all lately, you’ve probably come across the “drag path” trend, where creators share the messy, lingering trails left behind by their past struggles or burnout that are keeping them stuck. But drag paths are not just a fleeting internet trend—they are very real. They impact us physically, mentally,…
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Limitless: Reach Your Untapped Potential (3 Questions & 1 Practice)
I recently watched the film Limitless, and was fascinated by its premise of a struggling writer suddenly unlocking his untapped potential. Like Bradley Cooper’s character in the film, it is so tempting to wish for a simple fix—a way to finally find more energy, spark fresh inspiration, and unlock the full use of our brains…
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Embrace Uncertainty and Unlock the Power of Not Knowing
When was the last time you were comfortable not knowing something? We step into our true power when we embrace uncertainty and continue down our chosen path, trusting that things will work out how they’re meant to. Too often, we think power lies in knowing; we feel comfortable taking action when there are guaranteed outcomes,…
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How to Not Be Afraid of Rejection: 6 Steps From Rejection to Creative Rebellion
Fear of rejection can be overwhelming—especially when we have the tendency to deeply personalize it and to use it as a weapon to devalue the work we’ve done or the art we’ve created. Rejection hurts, but it cannot control us—once we learn rejection is not a reflection. Once we learn that it has no power…
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Avoiding Conflict: Silence Has Consequences
Avoiding conflict can hurt more than facing it. “Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence of your identity. This is why habits are crucial. They cast repeated votes for…
Igniting Your Inner Rebel
What does your inner rebel say about you? “To rebel is to truly own your own self.” ~ Dhani Harrison “Where did I find the courage to rebel, change my life, live alone? I don’t want to over-estimate all this, but damn it, I love that nine-year-old, whoever in hell he was. Without him, I…
