When you tap into your strength deliberately, it makes you unstoppable. You can stare your challenges down and take charge of them. In order to face those bigger challenges, we actually have to work on the smaller ones. Sort of build up the muscle, so that we can cope with and handle some of the bigger things which are at hand. To do this we need to look at patterns, things that we actually do all the time. We’re hardwired to create patterns because we feel safer when things look the sam...

Grief is experienced when you lose someone or something that means a lot to you. You can go through a grief process when you lose your job, when a friendship ends, and even when that car you have been mothering all of these years is no longer roadworthy. Your life is unique so your grief and the way you express that grief are also unique. One thing is true for everyone…there is a lot of strength to be gained as you work through grief. With that strength, you can lift yourself up and help your...

Yes, you are enough. You are more than enough. You have purpose, and you have value. But all of us seem to get into spirals of self doubt and self loathing. Why? We forget. We forget the value of our dreams, morals, and value. Well that all needs to change. Never forget again. Sure… you can react to disappointments or even notice things about yourself you’d like to improve. But do it with the understanding that above all else, you are enough.&nb...

If you feel that you're misunderstood, figure out how to change the communication so that others can understand you. Sometimes it’s a simple tweet and your communication is rockin. Try new angles, new approaches. Timing is important. Your emotions are important. How you phrase things…super important. All of these things combined, help you to communicate with other people and increase your confidence. Wisdom and Chocolate is a common sense approach to Mindset Development, Self...

It's important that we take action in moments when we're feeling overwhelmed, when we're feeling stressed. Sure, the new norm, okay...yeah, everybody seems to be stressed. But should we settle for that? Just because people call it the new norm, should we allow it to be normal? No. It's time to actively taking charge of your reactions. You're the one who makes a choice to follow your impulses. So why not make choices to breathe a little, hum a little, tap on your legs a little, write out what'...

All Things change, so why not create the change before it creates challenge. Allow it to be part of your mindset. If you don't want those challenges to push you into arenas you never wanted, then be in charge of the change. You need to be the one who dictates your mindset and how your life will move forward. Believe that what you want is what you were meant to experience. Believe it, and believe it now.Wisdom and Chocolate is a common sense approach to Mindset Development, Self Empowerment, a...

When you surround yourself with people of high quality, your quality of life goes up. So surround yourself with honest people, people who are strong in their integrity, people who are compassionate. Doing so will encourage you to engage in a more meaningful way with others. If you're trying to achieve your goals, or get to places that you have been working toward for a good long time, surrounding yourself with quality people can positively impact your progression. Appreciate your potent...

You need to feel as though your life matters. You need to feel as though you are contributing something, that you have significance, that you being here on the earth means something. Your purpose is directly tied to your actions. This is something that you have a great deal of control over. What it is that you do, and how you are in service to yourself and to others, helps to dictate what your purpose is and how significant you feel.Wisdom and Chocolate is a common sense approach to Mindset D...

Today we take a shallow dive into The Power of Three. There is power in words. The words you choose hold meaning. If you're not progressing and you're not moving forward, think of the words that you are using. Think of the moments when you're using them. If they're not supporting you, flip them around, choose more positive words. Do you feel like you’re stagnating? Maybe it’s because you’re procrastinating. Why are you procrastinating? Maybe it’s because you are struggling to figure out...

The very thing that holds you back gives you opportunity. And the things that you feel should be pushing you forward also give you opportunity. It's called life. Life equals opportunity. Every moment of your life becomes an opportunity to do things differently.Wisdom and Chocolate is a common sense approach to Mindset Development, Self Empowerment, and Happiness. The real transformation in life begins with Celebration….so grab your coffee and chocolate…It’s time to Celebrate You!Highlights:Ev...