Happiness Strategy: An Abundance Mentality

We all have a mindset that determines our level of happiness. There are two mindsets that are most prevalent: Scarcity Mentality and Abundance Mentality. People with a Scarcity Mentality are highly competitive and resent other people’s success. It’s hard for them to share recognition and credit, even with those who are major contributors.⁣People with an…

Lucky to Live Here

Our tranquil town has been buzzing with summer visitors and it reminds me of how fortunate I am to live in a place that is a dream destination for so many. I love a visitor’s enthusiasm when they see the beauty that we often take for granted. I enjoy meeting our summer visitors, whether they’re…

From Music Major to Web Designer

I started my freshman year at CMU as an instrumental music major with a choral minor. I was fairly certain I wanted to be a band director just like my Dad. I practiced and performed and studied and made some great friends. I spent more time in Powers Music Hall than my home. Lightbulb Moment…

Always Take the High Road

On social media, I’ve seen people going out of their way to put a competitor down or intentionally trying to harm a person’s professional reputation. I’ve had competitors try to discredit me or try to sabotage my business. Sabotage and competition can look very much alike. It’s unlikely that someone is trying to actually sabotage…