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Focus on the Possible Rather than the Impossible

In life, we often find ourselves staring at a mountain of challenges, feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward. The key to overcoming these obstacles is to shift our focus from what's impossible to what's possible. This mindset shift can transform our approach to challenges and open up new pathways to success.

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Building Resilience

I feel incredibly fortunate to have been born into the family I was. When I was 7, I watched the 1968 Mexico Olympics and was mesmerised by the gymnasts. I decided right then that I would be an Olympic gymnast for Canada. However, no one told me that my body type didn't fit the gymnast mould. When I was 9, I tried out for an elite gymnastics club, only to be told by a rather unsympathetic woman that I was too fat for gymnastics and should give it up.

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7 Ways How Not to Make Dumb Decisions

We've all been there caught in the aftermath of a decision that makes us cringe in hindsight. It’s human nature to make mistakes, but there are ways to minimise those moments and ensure that we make smarter, more thoughtful choices.

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Inspiring Others Through Resilience and Passion

Inspiration isn’t about extraordinary achievements or overcoming immense challenges. It's about the resilience to push through, to do what you love, and to share that passion with others. The essence of inspiring others lies in the daily commitment to our goals, no matter the obstacles.

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Embracing Optimism

In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, embracing optimism can be a powerful tool for navigating life's ups and downs. Optimism is not just about seeing the glass half full; it’s about believing in the possibility of positive outcomes and using that belief to fuel your actions and decisions.

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Staying in the Moment

A few weeks ago, I found myself in the hospital, facing one of the worst scenarios imaginable. It was a challenging time, both physically and emotionally. But what got me through it was the simple act of staying in the moment.

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Are We Moving Too Fast?

In today’s society, it seems like everything has to be done "right now." With the rise of technology, our expectations for instant responses have skyrocketed.

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Never Give Up on Your Dreams

“If you can see it, you can be it.” This quote has always resonated deeply with me. It captures the essence of what it means to pursue your dreams. We often start with a vivid picture in our minds of what we want to achieve, but the journey from envisioning to realising those dreams is rarely straightforward.

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Navigating Uncertainty

Every day of our lives, there is uncertainty, but how do you navigate it? Whether it's changes in our personal lives, shifts in our professional landscapes, or global events, uncertainty is a constant. Yet, it’s how we handle this uncertainty that defines our journey.

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Never Take Your Health for Granted?

I know that I have been a bit quite over the past 3 weeks and that is because I have been extremely sick. So today I really wanted to talk about how I think most of the time we all take our health for granted.

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While You See A Chance Take It

Today, I'm drawing inspiration from Steve Winwood's song "While You See a Chance" because I believe that too often, we let opportunities pass us by out of fear.

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