How to Add Fuel to Our Lives for Future Success

How do we fuel our motivation to realize goals we've set? How do we maintain the energy we need to stay committed to our dreams? How do we keep a positive and enthusiastic attitude to the daily ups and downs of reaching our potential? You may be surprised with this suggestion! “Happiness lies in the…

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Remember to Celebrate the Wins Along the Way

“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” Oprah Winfrey The first week of September I talked about the value of not rushing and enjoying the different stages in our life as we transition into the person we imagine we are meant to be. Being committed to…

No Rushing is on my Absolute No List!

There are times when we rush. We’ve fallen behind or made the most common mistake of overbooking. It’s ok. It happens! Some people can handle moving from one activity to another with very little time to rest or recharge. They thrive on busy, busy, busy; however, they also are usually the ones that can’t sit…

What Happens When the “yes” Man, or Woman, Finally Says “no”?

Meet Lila. She lives in 4D with her husband Jonathan and two daughters, Anna Kate and Charlotte. They live at Vita Reali and have created a wonderful life. Their family is very close. They spend quality time together whether it be outside enjoying a picnic in the courtyard gazebo, game night on the weekend, impromptu…

How to Say “No” Politely to People who Only want to Hear “Yes”.

We’ve all been in a situation where we’re asked to do something that we’re just not comfortable saying “yes” to, for a whole bagful of reasons. Perhaps we're too busy with too many commitments and adding one more thing will certainly spill over and cause a mess in our lives with scheduling and time management.…

Tips to Stop Rushing and Help Make your Day More Intentional.

My last blog urged you to not rush through life. To not be so focused on the trophies of your accomplishments and instead enjoy everything on your pursuit for the “trophy”. Truly, that is where the sweets of life are found because after the trophy presentation you’re not going to stay fulfilled for very long.…

Get Your Mojo Burning Bright First Thing in the Morning

I woke up this morning and started thinking about my day. What do I need to do, what do I want to do, what should I do? Suddenly, I realized, “Wow, there is a lot of self-talk going on first thing in the morning”. Then, I wondered, “How do people wake up in the morning”…

Sharon Eats Shoe Leather

This is Sharon living in Apt 12C at Vita Reali. Sharon’s an upbeat and lighthearted person who radiates a positive attitude. She is kind and friendly to family, friends, co-workers and people in general. Lately Sharon’s not sleeping and she not functioning well at work. This is not her usual behavior personally or professionally. Keep…

Welcome to Vita Reali. A Place to Witness Stories of Life.

I’d like to welcome you to read about some people who reside in the apartment building called Vita Reali. Don't feel inappropriate or voyeuristic, it's a fictional place. These characters don't exist, really, but they do exist. The tenants of Vita Reali (Real Life) are our neighbors, co-workers, friends, family and sometimes, us. They represent…

How Deep Breaths are a Powerful Self-Care Practice

Many people consider self-care to be about pampering but it’s more than aesthetic body care at a spa. It’s taking care of ALL of you as a whole in some surprisingly simple ways. Self-care is a life-long commitment that is most effective when repeated in even the smallest amount on a daily basis. It’s giving…