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The Two Levels of Self-Care (And Why Bubble Baths Aren’t Enough)

The Two Levels of Self-Care (And Why Bubble Baths Aren’t Enough)

by Deedee | Feb 5, 2026 | Make A Way Mindset, Social Emotional Skills

Thank you @worry_ _lines for this image.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Worry Lines (@worry__lines) It really got me thinking about how bad most if us are at giving ourselves what we need the most. You’ve heard the term self-care. But...
The Power of Setting an Intention for the New Year

The Power of Setting an Intention for the New Year

by Deedee | Jan 1, 2026 | Achieving Dreams, Author Advice, Make A Way Mindset, Parenting

As the calendar turns, there’s a collective desire for a fresh start. It’s as if the new year reminds us that life is full of possibilities and that it is never too late to begin again. For the past 4,000 years, people have been making resolutions—lists of...
When Your Big Dream Crashes Back to Earth: Why My Word for 2026 Is Trust

When Your Big Dream Crashes Back to Earth: Why My Word for 2026 Is Trust

by Deedee | Dec 18, 2025 | Achieving Dreams, Author Advice, Make A Way Mindset

Since 2020, I’ve been setting a word of the year. My word for 2026 is unlike any other… Probably because I’m writing this on the other side of a heartbreak that doesn’t show up on an X-ray. Why My Word For 2026 is Different I think that sometimes people...
The Antidote to December Burnout: Hoping Skills

The Antidote to December Burnout: Hoping Skills

by Deedee | Dec 11, 2025 | Make A Way Mindset, Parenting, Social Emotional Skills

December is like a snow globe—so beautiful, glittery, and magical on the outside. At the same time, it feels surprisingly heavy to hold. We are told this is the “most wonderful time of the year”. For many, it feels more like the most exhausting time of the...
Why Mindset Matters: The Secret to Pursuing Your Dreams With Purpose and Power

Why Mindset Matters: The Secret to Pursuing Your Dreams With Purpose and Power

by Deedee | Jul 1, 2025 | Achieving Dreams, Make A Way, Make A Way Mindset

Your mindset shapes success, resilience, and your ability to dream big. You can have the vision.You can write the plan.You can even have the talent and tools.But without the right mindset, your dreams will stay stuck on the shelf. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep...
When the World Feels Too Loud: How to Tune Out the Chaos and Create the Life You Want

When the World Feels Too Loud: How to Tune Out the Chaos and Create the Life You Want

by Deedee | Jun 10, 2025 | Achieving Dreams, Make A Way Mindset

In a world filled with noise, pressure, and uncertainty, it’s easy to lose your sense of direction. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by everything happening around you—and wondered how you’re supposed to stay hopeful in the middle of it all—you’re not alone. Sometimes...
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