The  Starting Over Theory
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The Starting Over Theory

I truly believe the change in how we view things, seeing these as releasing what no longer serves us in a positive way as opposed to being a failure, can make a significant difference in our confidence and how we see ourselves, as well as how we navigate the path we take next.

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In The Realm of Spiritual Relationships
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In The Realm of Spiritual Relationships

Twin flames are not always meant to be together romantically. Their connection is often about spiritual growth and transformation. The concept of twin flames suggests that they are two halves of the same soul, split and placed into separate bodies.

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A Blessing in Disguise
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A Blessing in Disguise

Losing wanted connections can also propel you into looking at your shadows and begin healing, if you’re willing to be honest with yourself and do the work. Sometimes you need to change career paths.

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Science of Happiness
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Science of Happiness

In short, participants who engaged in prosocial behaviors had an increase in positive emotions. The people who treated themselves or the ones who did nothing did not have an increase in positive emotions. The research didn’t imply that people should not treat themselves to things they enjoy; it simply suggested greater levels of happiness when we show kindness to others.

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What Comes Around, Goes Around
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What Comes Around, Goes Around

Lastly, the universe will take care of balancing the scales without your assistance. A bad landlord will lose rental income. The person who lies about others will have their reputation damaged. The person who doesn’t care about your feelings will have others not care about theirs.

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What Does Energy 2026 Look Like?
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What Does Energy 2026 Look Like?

Every year I set intentions, not make resolutions, and have hosted an intention setting gathering at my office. On Saturday, January 3, I will be hosting an expanded version of my New Years Intention Setting Workshop.

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Every Year Around This Time
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Every Year Around This Time

Practicing brief moments of mindfulness can help us reset and change our mindset. Stop for a moment, take a long, slow, deep breath in. Hold it for a few seconds, and then slowly release it. Pay attention to your senses and surroundings.

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