The Real Reason to Be Your Own Boss

When it comes down to it, the real reason I’m my own boss is because of salad. Let me explain . . .  Back in 2010, I was a book editor working in an enormous skyscraper in downtown Chicago. I wore a suit every day, strutted around in high heels, and felt oh-so-business-y and professional.…

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Simple Ways to Clear Your Mind of Negative Thoughts

Many people look back on their lives and cringe at the things they said or did. Maybe you too? We all make mistakes and do things that cause us unhappiness, stress, and guilt. But wallowing in those self-criticisms won’t improve your life going forward. Here are some simple ways to clear your mind of negative…

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I’m Spilling My Secrets at the Retreat, So Ask Me Your Questions!

The Life Editor Weekend Virtual Retreat is this Friday, and I know there’s a lot of mystery about what will happen during the event. We’re not staging cult-like initiation ceremonies, casting productivity magic spells, or burning our planners under the full moon. (Maybe next time.) Here’s the real deal: We’re goal setting and designing 12 week plans!…

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A Simple Way to Get Stuff Done on Your Worst Days

I have a big confession to make: currently, I’m struggling with depression. It happened so gradually over the past 6 months that I didn’t realize how anxious and sad I had become until my body started breaking out in painful rashes and I found myself unable to move from my bed for days. Sometimes depression…

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How to Dump Your Guilt and the Fear of Success

Guilt used to be a familiar character in my life. Just when things seemed to be going my way—weight loss, a big promotion, awards and recognition—guilt would slide up beside me, rest its heavy arms on my shoulders, and whisper in my ear… “You don’t think you’re better than everyone else, do you?” I can…

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