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The Power of a Juicy Goal
Many high achievers know how to accomplish goals, but the real transformation begins when you discover the one that genuinely lights you up.
Forgot Your Word of the Year? How Human of You.
Forgot your word of the year or the intentions you set in January? Learn why it’s completely human, and how to realign with clarity, compassion, and purpose as you move into the rest of 2025.
Finish Strong: Why Q4 is the Perfect Time to Work with a Coach
Finish the year feeling focused, fulfilled, and in flow—discover why Q4 is the most powerful time to work with a coach and create lasting momentum for 2026.
My Word for the Year: Appreciation
Choosing a word for the year anchors your intentions, guides your actions, and helps you cultivate a life of purpose.
Striving for Excellence: Breaking Free from the Trap of Perfectionism
Letting go of perfectionism opens the door to growth, freedom, and fulfillment by embracing excellence over fear-driven goals.
Meet the Author
Melanie Shmois, LISW-S, is a licensed therapist and multi-certified coach working with high-achievers who've built real success on the outside and want the same strength on the inside. As founder of Mind Your Strength Coaching, she helps driven professionals close the gap between performance and fulfillment, with the same precision they'd expect from any high-level advisor.