empowerment posts

How to Learn from Negative Experiences: 10 Ways to Suffer Growing Pains Successfully

Monday, November 22nd, 2010
How to Learn from Negative Experiences: 10 Ways to Suffer Growing Pains Successfully

Last Saturday, I was in Philadelphia to participate in the Rothman 8K, a road race to jump start that weekend’s marathon & half marathon running events. I had parked my car near a main street (Broad Street) and next to an open Goodyear Tire shop. Sounds safe, right? I thought so, too. That is, until [...]

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SDV TV // Spunky Sunshine Ep. 3 // Gratitude Gives You Happiness

Friday, July 30th, 2010
SDV TV // Spunky Sunshine Ep. 3 // Gratitude Gives You Happiness

First, thank you for watching Spunky Sunshine! ;-) The art of gratitude = the art of karma. When you thank the people around you – whether you know them or whether they are complete strangers – you are giving love and showing appreciation that comes back full circle. I promise. Gratitude is more than just [...]

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SDV TV // Spunky Sunshine Ep. 2 // Saying NO! is the New YES!

Thursday, July 29th, 2010
SDV TV // Spunky Sunshine Ep. 2 // Saying NO! is the New YES!

I’ve recently discovered that “yes” should be a word I rarely utter. Why? Because whenever you say “yes” to a request, you are giving away a part of yourself to another person, event or thing. You are sending energy into the world that tells it you have committed to doing something because you truly want [...]

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Spunky Sunshine Ep. 1 // Why You Shouldn’t Take Yourself So Seriously!

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
Spunky Sunshine Ep. 1 // Why You Shouldn't Take Yourself So Seriously!

Introducing: Sammy D TV — Spunky Sunshine! Moving forward, all SDV-TV episodes will focus on the content of “Spunky Sunshine.” What is spunky sunshine? It’s achieving positive empowerment in a real, fun way. It’s not reading a boring self-help book. It’s not turning to your parents or a therapist for advice when you’re feeling low. [...]

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