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What are you grateful for today?
Gratitude helps you see what is there instead of what isn’t As many of you know, I have been gradually breaking up with hustle culture, which has opened up a renewed interest in practices like gratitude.
Choosing Joy Over Productivity
When I decided to unsubscribe from the hustle culture a few years ago and discovered the power of choosing more joy, bliss, and delight, many things in my life changed for the better.
The Perils of Rushing
Many of us have been socialized and praised for going fast. Whether it is a track race, finishing a test, losing that last 10 pounds in a week, or making money, we glorify how speedy one can be in accomplishing the task.
Learn When to Add Pull-back Goals to Have a Balanced Life
A new month, a new moon, and a new season is upon us.
I have been using this as a time to reflect on the month of May. I also encourage my clients to start with the celebrations, what worked, then move to maybe what didn’t, and set some intentions for June.
The Alchemy of Transformation and the Art of Vulnerability
Over the weekend I went to a workshop titled the ‘Alchemy of Transformation’ with Max Strom who pointed out that humans tend to do things we prefer to do versus what we need to do.
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.