Tag Archives: Authentic Self

The Universe and Manifestation

When I read You Are A Badass for the first time I started and stopped it more times than I can remember. Spirituality, believing in the power of the Universe, manifesting, etc. was a woo-woo nonsense concept to me at the time. I remember thinking the book was a waste of time and asking myselfContinue reading “The Universe and Manifestation”

Transformations: Success to Significance

I decided to pursue a career as a CPA after taking an accounting class in high school. I started college at Southeastern Louisiana University at 17 years old. After graduating with my Bachelor’s degree in 2009 I started my graduate program at Louisiana State University while working part time in public accounting. I completed myContinue reading “Transformations: Success to Significance”

Transformation: Choices

I will never forget a conversation I had with a friend years ago when I felt stuck in a stressful job. After complaining to her on a call, yet again, she kindly but firmly told me: Jenn, if you want to talk about making a change I’m here. I don’t want to hear about yourContinue reading “Transformation: Choices”

Reflection on Life Lessons

I’m in Bastrop, TX for my cousin’s wedding. This cousin is the youngest of the 7 cousins on my mom’s side and is about the age I was when I got married. I rode in with my grandma, mom, and step-dad. On the long drive I reflected on what wisdom I could potentially impart onContinue reading “Reflection on Life Lessons”

Inspirational Role Model: Joanna Gaines

We all need people who inspire us and provide a role model of what is possible if only we dare.  Joanna Gaines is at the top of my list. I loved her show Fixer Upper and not just because I’m a fan of home design. No other show on HGTV ever hooked me in theContinue reading “Inspirational Role Model: Joanna Gaines”

Co-de-what? : Codependent

A few years ago I was having coffee with a friend at her home and venting about life (in this instance all the ways I needed my husband to step up and contribute to our relationship, finances, managing the household, etc. and how his continued refusal to do so hurt and upset me). She saidContinue reading “Co-de-what? : Codependent”