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Open Yourself to the Opportunities

It may not look like your life is full of opportunities—in fact, during the average day it may just look like duties, responsibilities, and “have to’s”—not exactly what one might think of when one looks for opportunities. But what are challenges and obligations if not really opportunities in disguise? For me, shifting my thinking to “opportunities” can be incredibly powerful. Of course, as I am only human I do not always remember to do it! For some reason I cannot help but get bogged down with feeling a bit downtrodden and weighted with obligations. Parenting and running a family solo … Continue reading →

Allow People to Get to Know You

I know that in my own personal journey as a single parent, I have come a long way. In the early months and years, I was much more protective of my role of a single parent and a bit self-conscious as well. I felt like I had to be perfect—that I had to prove that I was a good parent and my children were well cared for, as if I was always fighting the stigma of the neglectful single parent. What I have learned over the years, however, is that I can be a good model of single parenthood just … Continue reading →