How do you react to the change in your life? Do you give it a warm and loving embrace trusting that every subsequent experience will be for your good? Do you drive change in your world or do you simply react to it? You can take on the role of the victim or you can take a lesson from the ladies of Georgia by using the change in your life as an opportunity for growth beyond your wildest dreams!

One of my favorite business sites, Fast Company, published a post today featuring 10 rules to follow if you want to succeed as an entrepreneur. LOVE is an understatement. This perfectly curated list provides priceless tips that are just as valuable to the seasoned vet as they are to the recent grad dreaming of being his or her own boss

Relentless, confident, passionate, creative, hard working, and focused are qualities that describe you IF you were being honest with yourself. It’s easy to shy away from our fabulousness or dim our light for others to shine, but we should always be our number one fan. We don’t miss out on opportunities to be our biggest critics do we? Yet when the opportunity arises to be the loudest cheerleader in our lives we often end up speechless.

Keep it moving. Three simple words that hold so much power but are often easier said than done. As I was waiting for a friend to catch up and have our weekly chat, I noticed a sticker strategically placed on the patio chair that said “Keep it Moving.” On the bottom in a lovely magenta font it also read “Life doesn’t stop, only you do.” Food for thought, anyone

A couple weeks ago as I was browsing through my addictive twitter feed, this inspirational update caught my attention and resonated with me so much that I immediately hit the retweet button. It’s a simple yet elegant statement that gently reminds us to enjoy every moment: “You’re much more effective when you’re having fun. And you can choose to have fun no matter what you’re doing.”

Have you ever forced something to happen in your life to achieve a particular goal? Oftentimes we set plans and dreams in our minds that may or may not come to fruition. From career choices to what city we’d like to live in or the exact number of children we want to bring into this world, all of these fine details are meticulously planned in our map of life. As goal oriented women, it’s wonderful to be both driven and determined to make it happen but we’ve got to be open to changing paths when the universe points us in a different direction

I stumbled upon a very informative piece in the New York Times today that I just had to share. This timely story explores the reality of today’s job market and the fact that while a 9-5 seems to be the “safe” option for some, it’s not always the most secure. It’s time to explore the start up of YOU!

Do you proudly wear the “workaholic” label stamped across your chest? Has your five day work week turned into a seven day work blur? Do you spend more time with your laptop than with friends and family? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this one’s for you!

Whether you’re launching a business, working a 9-5, or simply carving your own path, creative juices are essential. As one of our most precious commodities, creativity can be challenging to muster up if not exercised properly. Simply put, use it or lose it. On the flip side, it can also seem as if every piece

Boss lady, mother, friend, sister, wife, girlfriend, singer, writer, and artist are just a few of the hats we rock on a day-to-day basis. The more “seasoned” we become, the more titles we accumulate in life’s beautiful journey. With these responsibilities comes time invested, love given, and priceless memories that stem from the different titles we hold. No matter how precious and significant the roles we play are, we can’t allow one or two of them to define our entire being. Doing so leaves us with little energy or power to focus on who we are or where we’d like to be in the future

“Life is tough and so are you!” is the bold message that greeted me when I clicked on my friend’s blog for my daily dose of inspiration. I began to think about that simple 7 word phrase which held so much power and meaning. People always tend to say the first half but it’s rarely followed by the second part of empowerment. This simple statement gives us a reminder that we have the choice and the power to tap into our inner strength while dealing with life’s ups and downs

Although it’s hard to admit, no matter how old you are or where you are in life, parents always seem to dish out the most simplistic yet powerful wisdom. With encouragement from good ole’ mom, I looked back on my trail of actions and found a recurring pattern – a “noun” style of happiness. Instead of having happiness instilled within, I’ve been looking for it in every person, place or thing that surrounds me

Oprah is an amazing woman who has inspired us all but remember: the power to be awesome resides within YOU!

To Mr. Harold Camping and his devout followers I say “thank you.” As a result of your prediction, be it accurate or not, men and women across the globe are hopping off the hamster wheel of life and truly giving thought to their existence. The simple thought of tomorrow being the beginning of the end is a blessing in disguise for those who aren’t “living” but just getting by. It’s time to live life to the fullest and bring some dreams to fruition. Following are five quick and easy tips on how to do so

Advertising, love songs, friend’s advice, motivational speeches, the media, intense music lyrics, and social media prophets are just a few of the many influences that bombard us on a daily basis. With thousands of outside forces constantly fighting for your attention it’s sometimes a tug of war to keep a steady focus, emotional balance or even just a clear outlook on life. Here are a few tips on how to sift through the debris of your mind