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Stay Positive

21 Friday Aug 2020

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No matter what happens in your life it’s so important to stay positive and and surround yourself with good energy. At times it’s hard but remember there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. Darkness doesn’t last long, it just may feel like that because you are choosing to hide there. The shadows can sometimes eat you alive… be strong and allow yourself to shine. Always stay true to who you are but also strive to learn and grow. Smile, radiate and free the light within you.

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Chase It

22 Wednesday Jul 2020

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I’ve been hearing the term ‘new normal’ way too much lately. Let’s be honest, this is not our new normal. At least it’s not mine. I’d say it’s more of a temporary set of rules we are suggested to follow. Personally, I believe it’s a bit much but regardless of how you feel accepting this way of life is depressing. And I am all about being positive so it certainly doesn’t fit into MY normal. And it doesn’t have to. Because only you can make your life amazing and allowing negative shit to bring you down and drag you around is no good. I always remind myself that bad energy only attracts more of it. Putting good vibes out into the world and being positive will bring good things your way AND rise the vibration around you. It’s sort of like a mirror – you reflect what you’re feeling. So try to smile, be grateful and move forward in a way that is best for you. Feel the sunshine and flow with it. Chase it. Whatever makes you happy and brings you peace – keep doing it. You’re allowed and most certainly expected to. And anyone who will tell you different is probably miserable themselves so not sure you should be taking advice from them anyway. Just be kind and keep moving. Try to understand and accept, even when it’s hard. Be calm, even when it’s rough. And spread love, because the world around you truly needs it.

The Giver

23 Sunday Dec 2018

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Lately, I’ve been feeling pulled into service a lot more. Supporting and helping people who truly need it. This has always been a way of life for me, giving to others, being kind and spreading the love. But these past few months have sort of channeled the giver in me and I just want to do so much more. I don’t have much money but I donate and send gifts when I can. I’m pretty busy but I try to share my time when others need it. I’m growing my business but I often discount my services and offer freebies here and there. I just want to bring sunshine to peoples lives and help light up those souls who need it most. And I am thinking up more ways do just that.
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This year hasn’t been easy. I dealt with and still am dealing with personal issues. I have friends going through their own challenges that range from health issues to losing loved ones. We are all fighting some type of battle, big or small. And with support, encouragement, and kindness, we can make a difference in how those battles turn out. People need each other. We weren’t meant to go through anything alone. We are all connected. And there is no better time than now to open your heart to the ones who need it, want it and deserve it. During my break, I am going to come up with ways to help my community more and help lift up the people I love. What are ways you can spread more kindness? The way I see it, giving is always a win-win.

Our Stories Matter

05 Friday Oct 2018

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I am excited to share a new project of mine that is close to my heart. This could be something that really makes a difference. I ask that you consider coming forward to be a part of this and please spread the word if you know anyone who would be interested.  Thank you!
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Our Stories Matter is a project created to unite assault survivors and spread awareness on the issue. Victims of sexual and domestic abuse deserve to be heard and should be supported after experiencing traumatic events. Society certainly has shown us that shaming women and stating their claims as false is a reality. A sad reality that has to stop. And many children, both boys and girls, experience the turmoil of abuse and either is afraid to speak up or are so ashamed they keep it to themselves. We as humans need to help and support each other and this project is a step toward sharing that message. You are not alone and you matter.
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Assault survivor Melissa O’Connor-Arena felt a calling to help change how people view this issue, as well as give victims the platform to speak up and share their story. She teamed up with a licensed psychotherapist, Christine Gutierrez, to provide a safe place for people to come forward, open up, and let go of the secrets that have held them hostage, for too long.
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Having our voices heard not only initiates healing but enables people to understand what others go through. There is a deep concern for the lack of empathy in the world today. There is no better time than now to come together and rise above the ignorance. As a united front, we can defeat the immoral behavior and backward thinking we see too much of. All of our stories matter. And they deserve to be heard.
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We are currently accepting submissions for the project. Please contact Melissa to learn more via email at melissa.ourstoriesmatter@gmail.com if you are interested in sharing your story.