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When Caring Turns Into Carrying: The Cost of Being Caught in the Middle
How to step out of the middle without stepping away from what matters. It’s natural to want to help when people you care about are in...

Carla McKinley
Jul 292 min read


You’re Allowed to Exist in the Room Too
Have you ever found yourself constantly managing how everyone else feels? You soften your words, adjust your tone, hold back a need, or second-guess a boundary—just to keep the peace. At first, it might seem small. You tell yourself you’re just being thoughtful or avoiding conflict. But slowly, quietly, you begin to disappear. But you're allowed to exist in the room too.

Carla McKinley
Jul 182 min read


Life Doesn’t Always Have to BE Different to Look or Feel Different
Life doesn’t always have to BE different to look or feel different. Sometimes the biggest shift comes from within—when we finally start...

Carla McKinley
Jun 191 min read


Learning and Failing Your Way Forward
You don’t need to have it all figured out. Life is one big experiment—trying, adjusting, learning, and yes, sometimes learning and failing your way forward.

Carla McKinley
May 51 min read


Walking down a path, but have no idea where it’s headed?
Have you ever felt like you’re walking down a path, but have no idea where it’s headed? You're not alone. Sometimes, life doesn’t offer...

Carla McKinley
Apr 11 min read


Are You Letting Others’ Opinions Hold You Back?
Have you ever felt yourself holding back—not making a move, not speaking up, not stepping forward—because you’re worried about what other...

Carla McKinley
Mar 151 min read


Breaking Free from the Grip of Self-Doubt
Does self-doubt ever feel like it’s holding you back from chasing your dreams? That nagging voice that whispers, “Can I really do this?”...

Carla McKinley
Jan 241 min read


Focus on Right Now
Big goals can feel overwhelming, like a mountain we’re unsure how to climb. But here’s the truth: You don’t need to conquer it all at...

Carla McKinley
Jan 141 min read


The Opportunity to Refresh Your Routine
After the whirlwind of the holidays, getting back to your routine can feel both grounding and a little overwhelming. January is the...

Carla McKinley
Jan 71 min read


Feeling Uninspired? May Be Time to Rest and Recharge
Feeling uninspired? May be time to rest and recharge . When our energy is low, it’s hard to find the spark we need to stay creative and...

Carla McKinley
Nov 12, 20241 min read


Taking Steps to Discovering Purpose
Feeling a lack of purpose in daily life can be disheartening, leaving you with a sense of aimlessness. However, this feeling is often a...

Carla McKinley
Nov 9, 20241 min read


Reframing Self-Doubt
Self-doubt isn’t always an obstacle; by reframing it, you can view it as the very force that pushes you to exceed your limits, learn new...

Carla McKinley
Oct 15, 20241 min read


When you share your exceptional brilliance, you help others find their own way
Your unique light has the extraordinary ability to illuminate not only your own path but also the paths of those around you. When you...

Carla McKinley
Sep 23, 20241 min read


The Power of Surrender
Surrendering isn’t the same as quitting; it’s about letting go of resistance and going with the flow as the path unfolds. It’s not about...

Carla McKinley
Sep 12, 20241 min read


Living Your Purpose In The Everyday
Many people believe that living with purpose means accomplishing extraordinary feats, but true purpose is often found in the everyday....

Carla McKinley
Aug 26, 20241 min read


Shifting Our Perspective on Frustration
We all know that frustration can hit hard when we face obstacles that seem impossible to overcome. But what if we could change our...

Carla McKinley
Jul 23, 20241 min read


The Freedom to be You
Granting yourself the freedom to be you and do what you love is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. It means embracing your...

Carla McKinley
Jul 23, 20241 min read


Change Your Mindset, and You'll Change Your Life
A new mindset leads to new results by changing how we perceive and interact with the world. Shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset...

Carla McKinley
Jun 21, 20241 min read


The Power of Our Mindset
We often underestimate the power of our mindset. A simple shift in perspective can transform our entire approach to life’s challenges. By...

Carla McKinley
Jun 7, 20241 min read


What Does Purpose Mean to YOU?
Purpose is a deeply personal concept, as unique and varied as the individuals who seek it. What drives one person might hold little...

Carla McKinley
May 16, 20241 min read
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