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- [Business Tips for Real Life… Really! (Episode 4 – Rolling Wave Planning)](https://i-thrive-now.com/business-tips-episode-4/) - Whether we like to admit it or not, business tips can be applied to “real life.” We can incorporate information that helps us do our day to day job better. In turn, those tips often hold great advantages when applied to our non-job life. Today, I’m going to write about Rolling Wave Planning.
- [Are You Avoiding Downtime?](https://i-thrive-now.com/avoiding-downtime/) - Chances are if you have been in a holding pattern you are in needed downtime. Take the downtime. I don’t think enough thought is given to downtime.
- [What’s on Your Mind? Is It IN Your Mind As Well?](https://i-thrive-now.com/what-is-on-your-mind/) - Tis the time of year for goal making. Folks are spending quite a bit of time thinking about the new year and what they would like to accomplish. But what is really on your mind?
- [Mea Culpa… I Fell Off the Wagon](https://i-thrive-now.com/mea-culpa-wagon/) - I am coming clean! Those who follow my writing know I believe in transparency. Usually this is AWESOME… until I mess up!
- [Hurry Up… And Wait](https://i-thrive-now.com/hurry-wait/) - Have you ever felt that moment of pure inspiration? Your adrenaline gets pumping and you feverishly create whatever the inspiration directs you to create. Then you get ready to release it into the world, only to find obstacle after obstacle after dang obstacle.
- [Hello Again!](https://i-thrive-now.com/hello-again/) - I have been away living life – taking in experiences. I’ve been away making choices, some good, some not so good. And now it is time to come back. Maybe back isn’t the right word. I don’t want to erase the time I’ve been away. I am returning.
- [Are You a Conscious Creator of Life?](https://i-thrive-now.com/conscious-creator-life/) - Take a quick look at your life. Is it full of the fruition of conscious choices? Or is it full of happenstance? Are you doing what you love? Or are you allowing life and others to dictate what you should be doing? Are you filled with passion for each day? Or are you living a
- [It’s Up To YOU! Step Up!](https://i-thrive-now.com/its-up-to-you/) - Are you waiting for permission? Are you waiting for someone else to wave the magic wand and give you the go ahead? Are you sitting on the sideline waiting to get called into the game? If you are then you are giving away a very important power. And chances are you are giving it away
- [Pressure – Do you Crumble… or Shine?](https://i-thrive-now.com/pressure/) - How do you handle it? That inevitable force you feel weighing upon your shoulders. Do you fall apart at the first sign of a burden or challenge? Or do you face it and move through it? Pressure is a given. Life comes with pressure. We have all felt it – that deadline, or not having
- [Are You Going for the Most Toys?](https://i-thrive-now.com/most-toys/) - I saw a wonderful sentiment the other day. Success isn’t about what you have – it’s about how you feel. This turns the idea of success on its head for some. The roadmap I was given when I was younger was that doing things in the right order (getting good grades, staying out of trouble,
- [Are You on Auto-Pilot? How Do You Even Know?](https://i-thrive-now.com/auto-pilot/) - Seems like a silly question really? But it becomes like breathing, doesn't it? We don’t even need to worry about that. We can take breathing for granted for the most part. Our bodies have taken over that function so we don’t even have to shed the tiniest thought about remembering to breathe. Our bodies have
- [You Got To Have Faith!](https://i-thrive-now.com/got-faith/) - Do you have faith? I’m not talking about faith in a religious context. I am talking about belief – in yourself, in your work, in your life. It is easy to hear people talk about “just having faith.” And it is quite easy to have when things are going along just fine. But what about
- [Drinking My Own Champagne](https://i-thrive-now.com/drinking-champagne/) - I have been so blessed to have great followers that let me know my ideas and thoughts have helped them. I am not going to lie. I absolutely love that!! Interestingly enough, probably the number one question I get is “How do you stay motivated and always do these tips?” Well in the spirit of
- [Which Season Are You In?](https://i-thrive-now.com/season/) - What do you think of when you hear the word season? Usually it is Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer. Or it may be coloring for makeup and clothing. I’m a Winter. It may also be which sports are playing at whichever month of the year it happens to be. Or it may be a current
- [I Can Cha-Cha Like Nobody’s Business!](https://i-thrive-now.com/mojo-i-can-cha-cha/) - I saw a great quote recently: An optimist is someone who figures that taking a step backward after taking a step forward is not a disaster, it’s a cha-cha. Have you ever felt like you (temporarily) lost your mojo…. Then found it, only to feel derailed again? This has been my life recently. I have
- [Wait… Where Am I? O’ Yeah… the PRESENT!](https://i-thrive-now.com/where-am-i-the-present/) - Do you have something wearing on your mind? Are you experiencing anxiety about a situation in your life? Are you feeling worry? Well where are you? Now that might sound like a weird question. You might say, “I’m in my front room.” Ok… how about this question then: Where is your mind? Now you might
- [Peek-a-boo! And You’re Still Here! Yay!](https://i-thrive-now.com/peek-a-boo/) - So I tried a wee bit of an experiment. Actually, not so much a formal experiment. I just decided to unplug for a couple weeks. I stepped away from regular posting – on all platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Google+, etc.). I didn’t release blog posts on my usual twice per week schedule. I didn’t update my
- [Business Tips for Real Life… Really!  (Episode 3 – Planning)](https://i-thrive-now.com/business-tips-episode-3/) - There’s never enough time to do it right the first time, but always time to go back and do it again. This is an adage often said in project management. And it is sadly true. Ideas are catalysts. And catalysts often breed excitement. People want to get going on the new venture or idea. This
- [Is Your Busy Work Really Work?](https://i-thrive-now.com/busy-work-really-work/) - I have really been enjoying Brendon Burchard’s video series (you can catch them here or subscribe to his The Charged Life free podcast here). These are short snippets that are jam packed with ideas to make you think, reflect and ponder. In one of Brendon's latest videos he points out that maybe your busy work,
- [Are You Ready to Flip the Script?](https://i-thrive-now.com/flip-the-script/) - I had the honor of being a guest on this new podcast. Reba Charleston inspires people who are looking to move from the cubicle to entrepreneurship. She serves from her heart and openly shares her knowledge and experience. In my episode I share my journey from living a life where others defined success and my
- [The Flow – Friend or Foe?](https://i-thrive-now.com/flow-friend-or-foe/) - We all love THAT moment. You hit a stride. You have set a system in place that just works! You are in the groove. Productivity is high. And then…. a huge elephant sits in the middle of the room. Suddenly the system doesn’t work as well anymore. This can be caused by any number of
- [Expect the Unexpected - It's Going to Happen](https://i-thrive-now.com/expect-the-unexpected/) - It is April 1st. The day infamous for practical jokes and pranks. Mother Nature has played a big prank - I woke up to 2 inches of snow on the ground and it is still coming down. Considering it had been near or over 60 degrees the past couple weeks this is somewhat unexpected. While
- [Who Are You Watching - You or Them?](https://i-thrive-now.com/who-are-you-watching/) - It can become too easy to lose sight of those we are aiming to serve. These folks are in a group called stakeholders. Stakeholders are any person who has influence over or is influenced by your project. That can be a wide audience. But by keeping an eye on your stakeholders, you are more likely
- [Spring Cleaning Time - For Goals!](https://i-thrive-now.com/spring-cleaning-time-for-goals/) - Have you taken some time to view where you are in attaining your 2014 goals? Have you reviewed your goals? Do they still fit? We are closing in on completion of the first quarter of 2014. The first quarter of the year is usually filled with such excitement for the new year, high motivation on
- [Walk It Off](https://i-thrive-now.com/walk-it-off/) - Do you plant yourself in front of your computer for hours at a time 'working'? Chances are you are there so long because you are getting frustrated, distracted and mentally exhausted. And time is evaporating around you at an alarming rate the longer you sit there. Check out my latest video blog for some tips
- [Change… Breakfast of Champions](https://i-thrive-now.com/change-breakfast-champions/) - Does change scare you? Do you avoid change… almost at all cost? Well, there is some good news and some bad news. First – the bad news…. Change in inevitable. Sorry, but it IS going to happen. Now the good news…. Change can be a fantastic initiator to growth. That may sound cliché, but it
- [Balance Is A Myth](https://i-thrive-now.com/balance-is-a-myth/) - Ever felt like you were spinning your wheels trying to keep an equal footing in all aspects of life? Have you been working very hard at trying to maintain an equilibrium between work life, personal life, volunteer life, family life and health? I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but balance is a
- [FREE 3 Video Series – Start Claiming the Life You Want!](https://i-thrive-now.com/3-free-video-series/) - New release!!! Enjoy a FREE 3 video series where you will learn: How fear stops you, keeps you in a miserable spot and what you can do about it How to get into action toward achieving the life you want by aligning your mind and body A 5 step system to begin defining life on
- [Comparison - Is It Stopping You?](https://i-thrive-now.com/comparison-stopping-you/) - Do you love your ideas? Or do you love them until they get compared to someone else's idea? Your ideas are uniquely your own. They are formed in a manner that only you can form and they get executed in the way only you can do it. Comparison to another's ideas should not rob your
- [Where Is Your Priority?](https://i-thrive-now.com/where-is-your-priority/) - Are you working on several goals at once? Are you trying to achieve multiple outcomes? Are you wondering where your hard work is going? Are you wondering where the results are? It is not uncommon to have multiple goals. It is, however, common to perhaps have too many goals at once. That statement may raise
- [Do Not Let This Force Be With You!](https://i-thrive-now.com/bad-force-be-with-you/) - Are you wondering why you are pushing so hard and progress still isn't happening? Chances are you are forcing. While this may seem proactive and full of action, it is counterproductive. You are working against natural law instead of with it. View this short vlog for more info on forcing vs. allowing. And leave a
- [Experience: Things I have Learned (Even Reluctantly) From the Experts (Episode 3)](https://i-thrive-now.com/things-i-have-learned-episode-3/) - This post series will be reflections on items that I have learned from my journey in self awareness and following some of the most dynamic leaders in the realm of personal development. While I like to consider myself somewhat of a maverick, or a rebel chick of personal development, there are some traits that the
- [Is It Time To Party?](https://i-thrive-now.com/is-it-time-to-party/) - Have you dedicated time to making goals? Have you been working hard on your goals? Goals take work. There is no way around it. In order to achieve these it requires action. This wouldn’t be the case if you already possessed your goal, but if that is the case – you need to work more
- [Are You Living a Realistic Realty... or Hiding?](https://i-thrive-now.com/realistic-realty-or-hiding/) - Are you living BIG or putting limits on yourself that are robbing you of an amazing reality? Are you playing full out or using being realistic as an excuse? Are you hiding in false safety or visiting the edge of your comfort zone? Check out this short vlog for my perspective. http://youtu.be/dz-q0fp3CKw WANT
- [What Is the Real Cause?](https://i-thrive-now.com/what-is-the-real-cause/) - When asked about fear do you think about something unpleasant happening to you? Does your mind focus in on the emotion of fear and you start looking around for what is coming? I want to offer a different perspective that may be driving some of this fear. I often encounter this beast we call fear
- [Are You Waiting For Perfection?... Well Stop It!](https://i-thrive-now.com/are-you-waiting-for-perfection/) - Are you waiting for one more tweak, one more revision, one more idea to incorporate? Are you waiting for everything to be just perfect? If we keep waiting for perfection we will never release our project into the world. And are you actually using perfection as an excuse to never release your project? The world
- [Blessings Wrapped in Sandpaper](https://i-thrive-now.com/blessings-wrapped-in-sandpaper/) - Have you ever wondered why you were going through something? Or wondered why things weren’t working out as you planned? Or wondered why all those twists and turns came your way? This saying “blessings wrapped in sandpaper” is a great phrase I heard from Lisa Nichols. It has stuck with me. We think and plan
- [Do You Meditate?](https://i-thrive-now.com/do-you-meditate/) - I remember taking a class on meditation many moons ago. I loved the concept. I struggled with the actual meditation part. Fast forward to years (ok, decades!) later and I found myself walking down a personal development path where meditation has a strong presence. I tried it again. I loved the concept. I struggled with
- [Take Time To Rest… Before You Are Forced To!](https://i-thrive-now.com/take-time-to-rest/) - Some might have noticed that I didn’t get a blog out last Thursday. (And I am kind of giddy saying that I actually really missed that opportunity to connect! I really did!) But here’s what happened… I have been known to be a bit of a full steam ahead kinda gal. I tend to get
- [Adjustment – It’s a Good Thing!](https://i-thrive-now.com/adjustment-its-a-good-thing/) - Do you get heads down working toward a goal? Do you plow ahead down the road you have envisioned to reach that goal? Do you walk into the wind determined to reach that goal in the manner you had envisioned? Now I am not setting this up to say that is necessarily a bad thing.
- [Do You Care What People Think of You...Well, Don't!](https://i-thrive-now.com/what-people-think/) - I know that sounds harsh, but this week's blog talks about this very concept. Don't give your personal power to someone so they can make you feel bad, or sad, or nervous. They will have their lens, but stay strong in your truth! Check out this short video for more! http://youtu.be/L7NiSQAoAyY
- [New Year, New Goals… But Is That Enough?](https://i-thrive-now.com/new-year-new-goals/) - Have you wrapped up 2013? Are you looking forward to getting started in 2014? Have you created a list of goals for 2014? This is the general "to do" list I see as we turn the page to a new year. People reflect on the past year, look forward to new year, and write a
- [Thank You & Happy Holidays!](https://i-thrive-now.com/thank-you-happy-holidays/) - This post is short and sweet. It is just to say THANK YOU for all your support in 2013. 2014 is going to be amazing! I am so excited for all that is planned!! This will be the last post of the year. I am taking some time to plan and enjoy the holidays. I
- [FREE 3 Video Series – Start Living Your Dream Life ](https://i-thrive-now.com/free-3-video-series/) - Often we know we aren’t happy where we are, but we are too scared to change, or not sure what it might take to change, or we are not sure what we want to do. I just released a FREE 3 video series to help with these issues. In this series: understand why fear keeps
- [The Power of Fear](https://i-thrive-now.com/the-power-of-fear/) - Often we can have most of the ducks aligned. We have laid out most of the roadmap to move closer to where we know we should be – whether that’s a new job, a new relationships, leaving a job or relationship, developing new bonds with family and friends, taking on a new hobby, or starting
- [Planning.... Sure I Plan](https://i-thrive-now.com/planning-sure-i-plan/) - Are you eye deep in planning for 2014? Do you have everything figured out? Are you making list after list after list? Well now, as with everything…. It’s about moderation. Planning is a crucial part of running a business, and even running a life! We need to define what is important to us, set goals
- [Are You Depleting You… or Giving From Your Overflow?](https://i-thrive-now.com/are-you-depleting-you/) - Do you ever feel like you’ve given until you can’t give anymore? Are you exhausted being there for everyone? It seems the norm is to stop whatever we are doing and give support to others. I would like to give a different perspective. We have been told that it is good karma to give without
- [Business Tips for Real Life… Really!  (Episode 2 – Decomposition)](https://i-thrive-now.com/business-tips-episode-2/) - Do you ever feel like the goal you set before you a while ago will never come to fruition? Do you feel like you are lost in a quagmire of busy work and details? Have you lost sight of that goal? Losing sight of the end goal is problematic because that will zap your motivation
- [Thankfulness and Gratitude](https://i-thrive-now.com/thankfulness-and-gratitude/) - Today is Thanksgiving in the US. It is a day of friends, family and sharing a meal, albeit a usually HUGE meal! I have fond memories of this holiday and look forward to my traditions of spending it with my parents each year. While this day highlights the idea of being thankful – I encourage
- [Comfy in Your Comfort Zone?](https://i-thrive-now.com/comfy-in-your-comfort-zone/) - Are you all comfy staying in your comfort zone? Then you probably aren't growing much! Growth comes from taking the chance and stretching the boundaries of that comfort zone. In this short video I share some tips to keep growing! http://youtu.be/mEh0X9V6C_M WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE? Just include this complete
- [It’s Just a Harmless Saying… Right?](https://i-thrive-now.com/harmless-saying/) - Do you have a saying you tend to say a lot? Have you ever really looked at that saying? Is the intention of that saying serving you? I used to have one and I thought it was pretty positive, but turns out it was actually attracting not the greatest things to me. Mine was “It
- [Who Is In Your Tribe?](https://i-thrive-now.com/who-is-in-your-tribe/) - Who do you keep close to you? Who is in your inner circle? Do you tolerate them? Or do you look forward to spending time with them? Do you have goals? Are they different than the goals of those around you? Do you hide those goals? Or do you find support via the people you
- [Is it time to check in - with you!](https://i-thrive-now.com/check-in-with-you/) - In this short video, I talk about making sure to not deny yourself care. Make sure and check in with yourself to make sure you stay charged. You will be able to better support those who need you! http://youtu.be/39ScUnfHKJQ WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR NEWSLETTER OR WEBSITE? Just include this complete statement with
- [Iteration…Iteration is the Key](https://i-thrive-now.com/iterationiteration-is-the-key/) - I was once told that once should be enough. This turned out to be a myth. As I gained more and more experience in the business world, I realized that once is rarely enough. Iteration is the repeating of a process. Why would this be a good idea? Through iteration you can gain more refinement. You
- [Don't Compare Your Backstage to Their Frontstage](https://i-thrive-now.com/backstage-frontstage/) - In this vlog I talk about how we all start somewhere. The important thing is to get started. Even those 10+ steps ahead of us started somewhere - and not as polished as they appear today. Look for inspiration to where they started and where they are now - and do not let it stop
- [Baby Steps - In To Action!](https://i-thrive-now.com/baby-steps-in-to-action/) - So this is my first video blog, or vlog. I did it! It was a journey just to get to this point. In this vlog I share how baby steps achieves goals! I hope you enjoy this short video and please comment below is this message resonates with you. http://youtu.be/6XnS6GUdo-4 WANT TO USE THIS
- [Oh That’s Good! Write That Down!](https://i-thrive-now.com/oh-thats-good-write-that-down/) - I often speak about journaling in my blog posts. It is a powerful tool that can help in a variety of situations. Initially I was quite reluctant to journal. This would be a place where I would say things I was not ready to say out loud. It would have half-baked ideas not thoroughly thought out.
- [When No One Is Looking](https://i-thrive-now.com/when-no-one-is-looking/) - In my journey the one word I have come to embrace and believe in is authenticity. Others can see right through BS - and often quite quickly. But it is authenticity that will resonate. This meant a great shift in my thinking. I used to confuse honesty with authenticity. I used to hide behind the
- [Take A Moment](https://i-thrive-now.com/take-a-moment/) - A sentiment I hear a lot (and I must admit I am guilty of feeling this from time to time) is how fast time is flying by. I remember being in school and I could NOT wait until I was done. Time trickled by… tick… tock! Now I sometimes can’t believe how fast days seem
- [Experience: Things I Have Learned (Even Reluctantly) From the Experts (Episode 2)](https://i-thrive-now.com/things-i-have-learned-episode-2/) - This post series will be reflections on items that I have learned from my journey in self awareness and following some of the most dynamic leaders in the realm of personal development. While I like to consider myself somewhat of a maverick, or a rebel chick of personal development, there are some traits that the
- [Do You Have a Plan B? Scratch It!](https://i-thrive-now.com/do-you-have-a-plan-b/) - Do you have a burning desire or goal that you really want to reach? Does this goal stir fear and excitement in your soul (a great sign by the way that you are on the right track!) Now I know we are taught to be prepared for the worst, but hear me out. It is
- [If You Build It They Will Come    ](https://i-thrive-now.com/if-you-build-it-they-will-come/) - Do you ever dread running into someone? You just know the meet up will go terribly wrong. Or have you dreaded going in to a meeting with someone? You just know it’s not going to end well. Or have you ever tried to avoid a conversation with someone? You just know it’s going to end
- [If You Say So!](https://i-thrive-now.com/if-you-say-so/) - I used to say that I was glad that patience wasn’t the ONLY virtue. Patience was a skill that had managed to elude me. Then I met a great lady who became my life coach during a particularly turbulent time in my life. I remember mentioning to her during one of our earlier session how
- [Where Are You… Safe or Out on the Skinny Branch?](https://i-thrive-now.com/where-are-you/) - Have you created an invisible safety zone you stay inside no matter what? Do you feel like you never take a chance? Do you feel stuck? Chances are that you are stuck – stuck inside the fallacy of safety. Nicely tucked into your safety zone so you never have to go out on that limb
- [Do You Have Room For It?](https://i-thrive-now.com/do-you-have-room-for-it/) - Have you been wishing for something, but it has not materialized? Have you been wishing for a new pair of shoes, or for that pair of jeans to go on sale, or for that new person to come into your life? But no matter how much you think about it, visualize it, and ask for
- [Let Me Help You With That… O’ Wait – No! You Keep It!](https://i-thrive-now.com/let-me-help-you/) - Do you feel it is natural to help someone in turmoil? How about helping that someone who ALWAYS seems to be in turmoil? That someone that you know when you see them you will hear about their LATEST turmoil? I believe that we are empathetic by nature, especially to people we are friends with and
- [Business Tips for Real Life… Really! (Episode 1 – Progressive Elaboration)](https://i-thrive-now.com/business-tips-episode-1/) - There is often quite a gap between how we run our personal life and how we run our professional life. I am about streamlining, so this series will focus on things we can use in our professional life AS WELL AS our personal life. Have you ever felt paralyzed because you can’t see the next
- [Turn That Frown Upside Down – Blah Blah Blah… O’ Wait!](https://i-thrive-now.com/turn-that-frown-upside-down/) - Yes, that frown statement is a cliché. And yes, we all find ourselves feeling down. And yes, even feeling unmotivated, discouraged, or sad. Are these the most productive emotions? Well, no. But feeling disheartened at times is part of life. Unfortunately feeling disheartened is intricately linked to less productivity. And if not kept in check, these emotions
- [Experience: Things I have Learned (Even Reluctantly) From the Experts (Episode 1)](https://i-thrive-now.com/experience-things-i-have-learned-even-reluctantly-from-the-experts-episode-1/) - This post series will be reflections on items that I have learned from my journey in self awareness and following some of the most dynamic leaders in the realm of personal development. While I like to consider myself somewhat of a maverick, or a rebel chick of personal development, there are some traits that the
- [Can’t Is a Four Letter Word (So is Don’t)](https://i-thrive-now.com/cant-is-a-four-letter-word/) - Have you ever had to write a bio for yourself? Or develop a resume highlighting skills you have mastered? Or create a goals list of things you want to accomplish? Often people find this a very difficult task – to talk about themselves in a positive light or picture themselves in a positive opportunity. This
- [Time for a Check-Up?](https://i-thrive-now.com/time-for-a-check-up/) - As I was sitting in the waiting room today for a routine medical check-up I got to thinking. Routine check-ups are healthy things to do. They ensure that everything is on track, in the zone and can potentially catch issues at an early stage. So I was thinking about business and check-ups. Are you a
- [Lean Into It](https://i-thrive-now.com/lean-into-it/) - I have been thinking a lot about action lately. I strive to take action to keep moving forward. But I feel fear at times too! Where I used to get stuck in one place from fear, I now work hard to face the fear and keep moving. I came across this blog post from Jack Canfield. It
- [Aaaaaaand Action!](https://i-thrive-now.com/aaaaaaand-action/) - One of the misnomers about the law of attraction is that you just think thoughts really hard and then those things happen. I wish! But alas, it is not that easy. To engage the law of attraction you start with the thought. This engages the conscious mind. What is it that you want to attract?
- [Is It Too Late?](https://i-thrive-now.com/is-it-too-late/) - Have you ever set a deadline for a goal only to watch it float on by and the goal is not met? Do you wonder what the heck happened? Or do you hang your head and slink back into bed (and enjoy the extra sleep)? Usually when a deadline goes by without the expected results
- [Face The Fear](https://i-thrive-now.com/face-the-fear/) - Do you want to make a change? Do you want to start a new career, change jobs, become an entrepreneur, or leave or start a relationship? Let’s be honest – change is scary! There are unknowns that lead to what if’s, that lead to higher (and sometimes irrational, or at least less rational) levels of
- [Experience Stuff: Do You Have Super Cape Syndrome?](https://i-thrive-now.com/experience-stuff-do-you-have-super-cape-syndrome/) - I used to often pride myself on my independent streak. Now don’t get me wrong, I think independence is generally healthy. It becomes unhealthy when you think you can do it all – by yourself. Yep – been there, done that! Luckily I have learned from my misinterpretation of independent. Independence does not exclude assistance from
- [Quantum Leap or Bust?](https://i-thrive-now.com/quantum-leap-or-bust/) - As we move through life, we have growth. That is a given, yes? Well hopefully it is a given! Each time you learn something you grow. But just as a plant can grow one day and wither the next, so can individuals. I have two questions for you. One question is how do you identify
- [What Do You Control?](https://i-thrive-now.com/what-do-you-control/) - Do you still fret over something that happened yesterday, or worse yet, something that happened months or years ago? Does the thought of tomorrow or next month bring anxiety? Chances are these emotions are fettering you into paralysis. In my practice I see so many people immobilized by stress and fear for things gone by
- [Revisiting the Past](https://i-thrive-now.com/revisiting-the-past/) - This past weekend I attended my high school reunion. Often I hear people say high school was the best time of their life, or the worst time of their life. For me, it was just a time in my life. I have come to understand that all my experiences have coalesced to form the person
- [Be of Service…](https://i-thrive-now.com/be-of-service/) - I admit that when I first started my journey on being more self-aware I didn’t quite get this concept. But that is because I was scared. I was clinging on to anything that seemed like I could control despite the fact that my life was hurling out of control. Once I took the leap of
- [Perfect Perfection](https://i-thrive-now.com/perfect-perfection/) - Do you insist on perfection? Does everything need to be thoroughly researched, looked at, reviewed, analyzed, and looked at again? Do you spend hours and hours making sure everything is just right? Do you agonize over every detail? Not start until everything is in place? Then I have one question for you…. how do you
- [Experience Stuff: Being Open to Whispers](https://i-thrive-now.com/experience-stuff-being-open-to-whispers/) - Ever hear a little nagging voice inside you telling you to do something? Not an overwhelming clear message, but just a little whisper? That happened to me over the weekend. Now anyone who knows me knows that I am a very visual person. I like to see things, so I am drawn to video. But
- [Thriveology and the Rebranding Process](https://i-thrive-now.com/thriveology-and-the-rebranding-process/) - ALJ, LLC is now Thriveology. My excitement is hard to contain (and let’s be honest – I am not really trying to contain it all that hard)! It has been a very interesting and provocative process. First – it took longer than I thought. I often joke that I am lucky that patience is not
- [Thriveology is here!](https://i-thrive-now.com/thriveology-is-here/) - As you may have noticed, ALJ, LLC has gone through a growth transformation! Now we are known as Thriveology. I love this new name. At its most basic, it is the art and science of thriving. But I believe it goes to the heart of the work I love to do - empower people and
- [I Want Motivation Blog Talk Radio Interview](https://i-thrive-now.com/i-want-motivation-blog-talk-radio-interview/) - It was my honor to be interviewed this morning by I Want Motivation Blog Talk Radio. This is a new show by Wendy Duncan and Lee Ladyga that highlights tips, stories and inspiration for staying motivated on the journey of life. I shared my story of personal development, trials and tribulations and insights I have
- [SharePoint Saturday was a Success!!](https://i-thrive-now.com/sharepoint-saturday-was-a-success/) - Well, the 2nd annual SharePoint Saturday Bend (#SPSBEND) is in the books. And everything went off without much of a hitch. We had a great turnout, really diverse breakout sessions and the feedback has been fantastic! It is a great feeling to know people are benefitting from the sharing of knowledge. I really enjoy working
- [2nd Annual SharePoint Saturday Bend - October 6th, 2012](https://i-thrive-now.com/2nd-annual-sharepoint-saturday-bend-october-6th-2012/) - Get ready for a fantastic event right here in Bend, OR! The 2nd Annual SharePoint Saturday Bend event is set to take place October 6th at COCC's Pioneer Hall from 8:30AM-5:30PM. I am very excited to be able to present at this event. I will be presenting a fun session called "SharePoint Can Do What???"
- [Let the blogging begin...](https://i-thrive-now.com/let-the-blogging-begin-2/) - These blog entries will highlight topics and ideologies in three main categories: Soft Skills - highlighting ideas for teams to work together and collaborate within teams, departments, and organizations. SharePoint and Team - highlighting features and capabilities of SharePoint and how they can enhance team collaboration Journeys - highlighting topics around one's journey in life,

## Pages

- [Welcome to ThriveNow](https://i-thrive-now.com/) - Create a life on your terms with ThriveNow. Let us help you reconnect with your purpose, build confidence, and live with clarity, courage, and intention.
- [Blog](https://i-thrive-now.com/blog-2/) - Hello Again! I have been away living life – taking in experiences. I’ve been away making choices, some good, some not so good. And now it is time to come back. Maybe back isn’t the right word. I don’t want to erase the time I’ve been away. I am returning. Hurry Up… And Wait Have
- [Social Media](https://i-thrive-now.com/social-media/) - You don’t need more noise. You need reminders of who you really are.Our social spaces are where encouragement meets action. This is where we talk honestly about growth, purpose, courage, and what it really looks like to live life on your terms.If you’re ready for steady inspiration (not fluff), you’re in the right place. YouTube
- [Consulting](https://i-thrive-now.com/consulting/) - Consultative Mentorship & Strategy SupportWhere leadership growth meets organizational resultsWhat We SupportWe help leaders and teams grow from the inside out — because strong organizations are built by strong people.Team-Based Growth & DevelopmentBuild trust, clarity, and shared ownership across teams.Continuous ImprovementSimple systems that create better habits, better decisions, and better outcomes.Process Clarity & OptimizationRemove friction.
- [Training](https://i-thrive-now.com/training/) - Impactful TrainingOur PhilosophyThriveNow works at the core of team dynamics — helping people find their voice, their value, and their role in driving results.When individuals grow, teams perform. When teams perform, organizations win.It’s that simple.Think of a team like an engine: if one part is misfiring, the whole system slows down. We help realign the
- [Speaking](https://i-thrive-now.com/speaking/) - Motivational SpeakingCreate a life that actually feels like yoursThis isn’t hype. It’s not performance. It’s not noise.This is real conversation about courage, choice, identity, and growth.We speak to the part of people that knows they were made for more — but may have forgotten it along the way. Core ThemesLiving Life on Your TermsBreak free
- [Services](https://i-thrive-now.com/services/) - Transformative ServicesYou don’t need more information.You need alignment, clarity, and action.Whether you’re leading a team or reinventing your next chapter, the right support changes everything. That’s where we come in.At Thrive Now, services are built around one goal: helping you create results that actually feel right — not just look good on paper.Our Services include:ConsultingSometimes
- [Contact Form](https://i-thrive-now.com/contact-form/) - Contact Us Thank you for reaching out. Please complete the form below and we will be with you shortly. Contact FormFirst NameLast NameEmailSubjectYour MessageSubmit Form
- [Free Resources](https://i-thrive-now.com/free-resources-2/) - Free ResourcesStart where you are. Grow from who you are.You don’t need another rulebook for how life is supposed to look. You need tools that help you hear your own voice again.These free resources are designed to help you reconnect with what matters, build confidence in your choices, and create a life that actually feels
- [The Life of Why](https://i-thrive-now.com/the-life-of-why/) - The Life of Why GuidebookReconnect. Refocus. Realign.Sound familiar?You’re moving through your days on autopilot.Life feels flat, busy, and heavy at the same time.You’re productive… but not fulfilled.That’s what happens when we lose connection to our Why — the inner reason that gives meaning to what we do. Not because we failed… but because routine, pressure,
- [Newsletter Sign Up](https://i-thrive-now.com/newsletter-sign-up/) - Newsletter Form (#5)Subscribe to our newsletter Welcome to our Newsletter Subscription Center. Sign up in the newsletter form below to receive the latest news and updates from our company. We will never spam you and only send our newsletter when we have something awesome to share!First NameLast NameEmailSubscribe
- [Meet Lynn](https://i-thrive-now.com/meet-lynn/) - Lynn brings over 20 years of experience in leadership, team development, and organizational transformation. As a trainer, consultant, and speaker, she has delivered thousands of hours of learning experiences in leadership, communication, business processes, and personal effectiveness—helping people grow as humans, not just as professionals.Her work blends training, consulting, and mentorship, guiding organizations through strategy,
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- [Seasons of Life](https://i-thrive-now.com/tag/seasons-of-life/)
- [Mojo](https://i-thrive-now.com/tag/mojo/)
- [In the moment](https://i-thrive-now.com/tag/in-the-moment/)
- [Downtime](https://i-thrive-now.com/tag/downtime/)
- [Reflection](https://i-thrive-now.com/tag/reflection/)
- [Waiting](https://i-thrive-now.com/tag/waiting/)