My Children Will Never Get Participation Trophies

Not everyone deserves a trophy, and that includes our children. We need to normalize telling our kids "You don’t deserve it"—not when they want another toy, but especially when they don’t win or feel upset about not achieving something they think they should.

There’s a place for soft parenting—the cuddles, the affection, and nurturing—and I’m all for it. But there’s also a time for tough truths, delivered in a way that resonates. Just because our children are young doesn’t mean we should shelter them from reality.

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You’re Eating More Than You Think: How Hidden High-Calorie Foods Sabotage Weight Loss

When it comes to weight loss, many people think they’re eating very little, yet still struggle to shed pounds. They might claim, “I don’t eat much,” but the truth is that the foods they’re consuming are often far more calorie-dense than they realize. While they may not be overeating in terms of portion size, the types of foods they choose are sneaky, high-calorie options that can quickly add up. This can interfere with their weight loss goals, even though they believe they're sticking to a calorie-controlled diet.

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Interview with Francesca Sipma

Founder of Mastry + HypnoBreathWork®, Author of Unblock Your Purpose

It was getting to the peak of the mountain and realizing I wasn’t happy. I had the promotion, title, and goals, but I was stuck in a never-ending chase for success and significance. This forced me to look deeper into my values and start listening to my body and intuition instead of external validation. That led me to Bali, where I discovered breathwork – and it was life-changing!

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