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Marked by Ashes: How Ash Wednesday and Public Witness Inspire Catholics in a Watching World
By Vanessa Denha Garmo Ash Wednesday is one of the boldest days of the Catholic year. We step into churches, receive ashes on our foreheads, and walk back into the world visibly marked by our faith. It’s a simple sign with a profound message: We are dust. We are sinners in need of mercy. We […]
Read MoreThe Hyper-achiever Saboteur: When Success Steals Your Joy
We live in a culture that celebrates achievement. Goals, milestones, and accomplishments are often seen as the ultimate measure of success. But there’s a hidden trap that many of us fall into—the hyper-achiever saboteur. On the surface, being a hyper-achiever looks admirable. You’re disciplined, driven, and constantly striving for the next win. Yet beneath that […]
Read MoreThinking Out Loud — The Power of Thought, Self-Talk, and Affirmation
How your inner dialogue shapes your outer reality. Growing up, my sisters used to tease me for talking to myself. I’d walk around the house narrating my thoughts, rehearsing conversations, or brainstorming ideas out loud. At the time, it felt silly. But now I realize: I was practicing something powerful—thinking out loud.Some people are silent […]
Read MoreLeading with Strategic Thinking: How Emerging Leaders Can Build Trust, Teams, and Communication Through Their Strengths
As a strengths coach, I often remind emerging leaders that the most effective leadership style isn’t something you copy—it’s something you cultivate. Your natural talents are the foundation. When you understand and apply your strengths, you lead with authenticity, clarity, and purpose. Today, we’re diving into the Strategic Thinking theme—one of the four domains in […]
Read More🧠 Train Your Brain to See the Possibilitie
Do You See the Cup Half Empty or Half Full?September 13th may be officially marked as Positive Thinking Day, but what if we treated every day as an invitation to reframe, refocus, and rediscover? Intentional thought isn’t just a mood booster—it’s a momentum builder. And the secret to unlocking that momentum lies in a remarkable […]
Read MoreLeadership in the Wake of Tragedy: Reflection on the Assassination of Charlie Kirk
The assassination of Charlie Kirk is a sobering moment for anyone who believes in the power of dialogue, public engagement, and leadership—regardless of political affiliation. As a leadership coach, I view this not through the lens of ideology, but through the lens of human dignity, civic responsibility, and the culture we shape through our words […]
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