How to Use TREATS AND REWARDS to Reach Your Goals Fast!

Do you remember in elementary school, when the teacher would hand back your graded homework, and how exciting it would be to see a sticker or gold star stuck on the top of the page? The simple treat gave you a jolt of happiness and made you more likely to do well on your next…

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Get on the Early Bird List for Life Editor Academy 2022

One of my favorite techniques I teach my clients is the “gratitude trigger.” That’s when you choose an object, color, song, or other item to trigger you to feel grateful. For years, my gratitude trigger has been birds. Whenever I’m stressed out or worried, I’ll inevitably see a bird or hear birds chirping to remind…

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What’s In the Box? Check Out the Life Editor Academy Care Packages

I must admit that I love a good surprise. There’s something delightfully magical about being taken off guard in the most spectacular and joyful way. Chocolate filling? Yes! Random upgrade to first class? Woo hoo! Two-for-one deal at Michaels? Now we’re talkin’! So you can imagine how much fun I’ve had gathering up my favorite treats…

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Editor’s Notebook 232

The Editor’s Notebook is my place to share the things I’m loving this week and other random links that have caught my eye. Enjoy! What I’m Loving This Week Turn Ordinary Moments into Memorable Ones with the ‘Last Time’ Exercise. A great strategy for appreciating the mundane parts of life. How Meditation Improves Writing Skills.…

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Spring Edit! 21 Habits for a Happier, More Productive Life

It’s spring here in Los Angeles, and it’s a beautiful time of rebirth and renewal. The flowers are blooming, the baby bunnies are out bothering my dog, and many of my clients have caught the “spring cleaning” bug and are actively editing their lives and businesses. Could you use some spring inspiration? I’m spending this…

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