Author Archives: Kimberly McCloskey

Get Over It!

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

Recently an acquaintance was visiting and somehow or other the topic of conversation got turned to what our husbands do, or don’t do, around the house. I’m extremely fortunate in that my husband has done the cooking for years and … Continue reading →

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A Little Bit of Encouragement

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

There are a lot times in life when we all can use even just a little, itty bit of encouragement. A little bit sure can go a long way. Continue reading →

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Life Lessons Taught by a Paraplegic Cat

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

Holly is a young paraplegic cat in my foster care. She was injured at the tender age of three months and hasn’t stood on her own since. Until now. Looking at the picture of Holly standing (pretty much by herself) … Continue reading →

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Does the word ‘compromise’ make you cringe?

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

When someone mentions the word “compromise”, do you cringe? Does your mind automatically drum up feelings of unease and agitation? Does it make you feel defensive and cautious? Continue reading →

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What Do A Rock Concert, Chickens And A Friend Living With Cancer Have in Common?

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

By allowing these little freedoms, these diversions from our normal way of behaving, we’re opening up to allow in more good feelings, great ideas, inspiration, and creativity. Laughing and experiencing joy releases all of the tensions that build up, it relaxes our muscles, and the radiance lingers. Listen when intuition speaks and just go with the flow and it’ll all be good. Continue reading →

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7 Untraditional Signs That You, Too, Are A Procrastinator

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

A few weeks ago during a group coaching call our coach made a comment along the lines of “95% of people admit they procrastinate and the other 5% lies about it”. At first I was quite shocked by the comment … Continue reading →

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It’s Okay to Throw Stuff Away

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

I want to reiterate: it’s okay to throw stuff away. I’m not talking about wrappers from fast food joints or the used cat litter. No. I’m referring to stuff that you might consider perfectly acceptable, usable and handy… but that … Continue reading →

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8 Ways to Keep Your Creative Juices Flowing

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

By Guest Blogger: Charla Mahon Experience teaches us ways that are tried and true, and that has its place so that we don’t keep retracing the same steps. However, new and creative ideas are often needed to help move us … Continue reading →

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Convention Lessons

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

During the last week of March I attended my first business-related convention and I’ll tell you what, it was nothing like I expected! The presenter not only had a stage, she started the “show” with a band, hired a professional … Continue reading →

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Is Your Spelling a Pet Peeve, Part 2

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Kimberly McCloskey

I recently began reading a book about personal branding and its relation to how you look and behave. My thoughts — because I enjoy writing and it’s a service I provide to several clients — jumped directly to how your … Continue reading →

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