It's New Year's Eve! Out with the old, and in with the new! Photo by Yaroslav Danylchenko on Pexels.com New Years Eve was always a blast pre-kids! I'd drink champagne and do whatever I felt like doing at that very moment - what a luxury! Now older and more wiser (that's up for debate), my … Continue reading 10 Mocktail Cocktails for New Years Eve (NYE) To HELP You Feel Alive Tomorrow
Month: December 2020
10 Places My Calendar Told Me to Visit And I Didn’t Listen Again| Leverage Ambition
Wow what a year it was! We were mainly trapped inside our home looking for new creative activities to do. We created some cool artwork, learned new paleo recipes, prioritized our mental health, and prioritized our self care. We always love going on vacations as a family as it gives a new perspective on life. … Continue reading 10 Places My Calendar Told Me to Visit And I Didn’t Listen Again| Leverage Ambition
8 Reflections on 2020| Leverage Ambition
Dougie MacLean said it right: Should auld acquaintance be forgotAnd never brought to mind?Should auld acquaintance be forgotAnd days of auld lang syne? For auld lang syne, my dearFor auld lang syneWe'll tak a cup o' kindness yetFor days of auld lang syne Here are 8 reflections on 2020: 1. Family is first. It always … Continue reading 8 Reflections on 2020| Leverage Ambition
6 Signs You Have a Sibling Rivalry|Leverage Ambition
Sibling rivalry is a thing. It not only effects the relationship with them, but negatively effects the entire family unit. It is one thing to be naturally competitive, but it is a whole other ballgame when your siblings treat you like a doormat and the parental units ignore it. Many families inherently have toxic traits. … Continue reading 6 Signs You Have a Sibling Rivalry|Leverage Ambition
8 Things We Had No Choice But to Learn This Year|Leverage Ambition
1. We learned how to surrender. 2. We learned how to let go. 3. We had to stay flexible. 4. We had to evolve. 5. We had to think outside of the box. 6. We had to use our critical thinking. 7. We had to learn to not fall captive to fear. 8. We had … Continue reading 8 Things We Had No Choice But to Learn This Year|Leverage Ambition
Complaining is Not a Business Strategy|Leverage Ambition
We've heard it all before, haven't we? You know that colleague that never stops complaining but somehow keeps their job? Yes, we are going there today. And yes, I am complaining about the complainer but there's more to the point. CNN is talking about it. The Cornerstone for Teachers talks about it. The Huffington Post … Continue reading Complaining is Not a Business Strategy|Leverage Ambition
5 Nature Loving Ways to Relieve Stress | Leverage Ambition
The best things in life are free! I think this is true in many ways, but you can ask some of my friends that are addicted to buying Manolo Blahniks and they would 110% disagree with it. The reality is most of us have been launched into weird circumstances this year that we cannot control. … Continue reading 5 Nature Loving Ways to Relieve Stress | Leverage Ambition
23 Insightful Quotes from Jeff Bezos | Leverage Ambition
Entrepreneurs must be willing to be understood for a long time. It's not an experiment if you know it's going to work. What is dangerous is not to evolve. Work hard, have fun, and make history. If you don't want to be criticized for goodness sake don't do anything new. Your brand is about what … Continue reading 23 Insightful Quotes from Jeff Bezos | Leverage Ambition
Healthy Paleo-Friendly Amazon Slash Whole Foods Weekly Grocery List | Leverage Ambition
I have to say finding the right diet was really hard. Being almost 40 next year has done some weird things to my body. Anything I eat is clearly visible on my body soon after, and eating clean is the only way to keep staying within my healthy weight range while also maintaining a clear … Continue reading Healthy Paleo-Friendly Amazon Slash Whole Foods Weekly Grocery List | Leverage Ambition
6 Crystals to Charge Tonight Under the Cancerian Full Cold Moon | Leverage Ambition
The last December full moon is coming and it is in the angelic sign of Cancer. Every time a full moon comes out, it is important to charge your Crystal's near your window to soak in the powerful energy of the full moon. Red Jasper - Tiny Rituals notes that this stone brings balance, stamina, … Continue reading 6 Crystals to Charge Tonight Under the Cancerian Full Cold Moon | Leverage Ambition
10 Qualities of Great Leaders – Leverage Ambition
Fantastic leaders are hard to come by. Leadership seems easy, but it is hard work. Here are 10 great qualities only the best leaders possess, and things we can all work on ourselves. 1. Intuition Trusting your intuition is key in great leadership. You need to be able to make quick calls that could have … Continue reading 10 Qualities of Great Leaders – Leverage Ambition
5 Reasons Women Leaders Deserve More R-E-S-P-E-C-T | Leverage Ambition
1. Women leadership provides companies with higher returns. It is no surprise that bigger well known publishers like the Washington Post, CNBC, and The World Economic Forum have shown how female leadership on the top lends more profits. How could that be? Joanne Lipman, a former first female editor of the Wall Street Journal notes … Continue reading 5 Reasons Women Leaders Deserve More R-E-S-P-E-C-T | Leverage Ambition
6 Reminders Today | Leverage Ambition
1. When you focus on the good, the good increases. 2. You can't change the people around you, but you can change the people around you. 3. My soul is on a budget, and I can't afford negative energy, stress, envy, doubt, or deceit. 4. Please believe that you still have time to be the … Continue reading 6 Reminders Today | Leverage Ambition
Prepping for the Last Full Moon in Cancer to Close in the Decade | Leverage Ambition
2020 sure has had its fair share of hardships. These hardships have overshadowed our progress this decade. Thankfully the last full moon of the decade is in the most loving sign of the zodiac, the motherly and angelic Cancer sign. The busy, hectic and overwhelming energy has been at it's extremes. And darling I don't … Continue reading Prepping for the Last Full Moon in Cancer to Close in the Decade | Leverage Ambition
8 Signs You Are in a Relationship with a Narcissist | Leverage Ambition
1. They are always right. Which in turn means that you are always wrong. There is no debating with a narcissist. They do not compromise, and it is there way or the highway. A good way to end the argument is to say okay, don't react, and move out of the room. 2. They gaslight … Continue reading 8 Signs You Are in a Relationship with a Narcissist | Leverage Ambition
Twenty Twenty WON | Leverage Ambition
In 2020 we lose, in 2021 we win. We have been comprised through our health, our jobs, and our very foundations among us have crumbled. This is the year of rebuilding the life we really wanted, rather than participating in the rat wheel made to keep us rats. Me elegantly jumping off the wheel Here … Continue reading Twenty Twenty WON | Leverage Ambition
No NYE Resolutions Yet? Try Our FREE NYE Resolution Generator Today | Leverage Ambition
New Year's Eve is a night to reflect on your accomplishments and failures, to help you realign your new goals and objectives for the upcoming year! No thoughts on your resolutions yet? That's perfect news as we've come up with your new New Year's resolutions by using the first letter of your first name, your … Continue reading No NYE Resolutions Yet? Try Our FREE NYE Resolution Generator Today | Leverage Ambition
11 Soft + Simple Quotes from Mr. Rogers to Make You Have Faith in Us Again | Leverage Ambition
Mr. Rogers neighborhood was a staple show on the PBS or Public Broadcasting Service network. It was a television show that taught emotional intelligence to children. It made me so happy and joyous after watching each episode. I really felt like someone had cared about me. The feeling was like spending consolidated quality time with … Continue reading 11 Soft + Simple Quotes from Mr. Rogers to Make You Have Faith in Us Again | Leverage Ambition
14 Paleo Friendly Starbucks Hot Drinks to Keep you Warm This Winter | Leverage Ambition
I have been on the Paleo diet since March early this year. I am happy to say that I have lost 33 lbs and counting! My sister was diagnosed with Celiac disease when she was younger, which gave her a bad reaction gastro wise to carbs. I always sort of knew that I had an … Continue reading 14 Paleo Friendly Starbucks Hot Drinks to Keep you Warm This Winter | Leverage Ambition
5 Creative Crafts with Egg Cartons For Everyone | Leverage Ambition
Time keeps on ticking, ticking, ticking, into the future! We have now been landlocked for over 9 months with COVID numbers running high during the winter season. It is hard to keep busy. We go for walks, take hikes, grab tea and coffee to go, and visit our favorite local restaurants for takeout food (shout … Continue reading 5 Creative Crafts with Egg Cartons For Everyone | Leverage Ambition
5 Natural Ways to Rid Yourself of Phlegm + Mucus Blockages
Winter is here and cold with phlegm and mucus blockages come in right behind it. With the flu season being as bad as it has been in recent years, we also still have to worry about contracting COVID. I have found that getting to the doctor this year is amazingly triggering to the point where … Continue reading 5 Natural Ways to Rid Yourself of Phlegm + Mucus Blockages
15 Things Your Best Friend Told You That You Needed To Remember Today
1. The magic is in you. 2. Experience your life. 3. Let yourself make mistakes 4. Let go of unreasonable financial worry. 5. Know when it's time to focus 6. Love yourself for who you are 7. Say when it's time for a change 8. Don't take storms personally 9. Make yourself at home 10. … Continue reading 15 Things Your Best Friend Told You That You Needed To Remember Today
20 Things To Stop in the New Year
1. Stop tolerating those that lie to you 2. Stop tolerating gaslighting 3. Stop catering to narcissists 4. Stop pretending you are okay when you're not 5. Stop denying your truth 6. Stop trying to change people 7. Stop gossiping 8. Stop negative influences 9. Stop one sided relationships 10. Stop doubting yourself 11. Stop … Continue reading 20 Things To Stop in the New Year
9 Daily Tasks to Prioritize to Get You Back on Track in 2021
1. Meditate for 30 minutes 2. Avoid toxic people and draining conversations 3. Eat mindfully and healthily 4. Make self care your priority, i.e. alone time, tea breaks, baths, foot massages 5. Take accountability for your words and actions 6. Begin the day with positive intentions 7. Be grateful for everything you have now 8. … Continue reading 9 Daily Tasks to Prioritize to Get You Back on Track in 2021
10 Things to be Thankful For
1. I'm thankful to god. 2. I'm thankful for my sight. 3. I'm thankful for my hearing. 4. I'm thankful for my ability to taste. 5. I'm thankful for the ability to think and be grateful for all the blessings I have. 6. I'm thankful for my ability to move. 7. I'm thankful for my … Continue reading 10 Things to be Thankful For
10 Ways to Raise our Vibration
1. Don't be harsh or rude to yourself. 2. Encourage yourself with your words. 3. Let go of grudges as it is affecting you more than the other person. 4. Eat foods that are karmic free and alive, like fruits and vegetables. 5. Be authentic. 6. Be around people with high frequencies and avoid lower … Continue reading 10 Ways to Raise our Vibration
7 Healing Sound Baths for Different Health Issues + Overall Relaxation
1. Eucalyptus Conjestion Sound Bath 2. DNA, Nerve & Cell Repair Sound Bath 3. Chakra Cleansing Sound Bath 4. Self Love Immersion Singing Bowls 5. Negative Energy Home Cleanse 6. Mental Clarity Sound Bath 7. Sleepy Time Sound Bath I was amazed how fast the Sleepy Time Sound Bath worked for me! Did any of … Continue reading 7 Healing Sound Baths for Different Health Issues + Overall Relaxation
25 Great Pieces of Advice from 90s Pop Song Titles Coming Into the New Year in 2021
1. Don't take it personal. Monica 2. I want it that way. Backstreet Boys 3. Cut your hair. Pavement 4. Don't look back in anger. Oasis 5. You oughta know. Alanis Morrisette 6. When a man loves a woman. Today Stewart 7. They don't really care about us. Michael Jackson 8. You get what you … Continue reading 25 Great Pieces of Advice from 90s Pop Song Titles Coming Into the New Year in 2021
Soar into 2021 with These Baller Insta Memes
Bye, bye, bye 2020! 🖐🖐🖐 #leverageambition #leverageambi1 #leverage #ambition #eat #drink #wegotthatyummyyummy #life #family #winning #winningagain #videogames #gamingsuckers #twitch #amazon #youtube #etsy #netflix #instagram #twitter #movies #entertainment #latest #newreleases #shop #talktous #beyou #begreat #beyoubegreat A Part of Waterview Marketing Leverage Ambition participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on … Continue reading Soar into 2021 with These Baller Insta Memes
10 Christmas Movie Quotes to Take You To Bed This Year
Merry Christmas, kiddies! #leverageambition #leverageambi1 #leverage #ambition #eat #drink #wegotthatyummyyummy #life #family #winning #winningagain #videogames #gamingsuckers #twitch #amazon #youtube #etsy #netflix #instagram #twitter #movies #entertainment #latest #newreleases #shop #talktous #beyou #begreat #beyoubegreatA Part of Waterview MarketingLeverage Ambition participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased … Continue reading 10 Christmas Movie Quotes to Take You To Bed This Year
6 Ways to Deal with Awful Family Members This Holiday Season
1. Remain calm + Redirect Uncomfortable Questions The reality is their bad mood most likely has nothing to do with you. Remember to remain calm during uncomfortable conversations and redirect questions towards them. For example, 'I heard your car broke down and you lost your job, Kate.' You can reply 'Your car is so reliable, … Continue reading 6 Ways to Deal with Awful Family Members This Holiday Season
10 Free Full Length Christmas Movies to Stream on YouTube Now
1. Home Alone (1990) 2. Santa Claus is Coming to Town (1970) 3. Rudolf the Red Nose Reindeer (1969) 4. A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) 5. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) 6. A Christmas Carol (1938) 7. Elf (2003) 8. The Nutcracker (1990) 9. 12 Dogs of Christmas (2005) 10. The Nativity: The Life … Continue reading 10 Free Full Length Christmas Movies to Stream on YouTube Now
What’s Your Christmas Reindeer Name?
Today is Christmas! Santa was very nice to us. We were good boys and girls. We were so good this year, that Santa wants to give us an official Reindeer Name! Find out your Reindeer Name by Finding the First Letter of Your First Name and the First Letter of Your Last Name. Then be … Continue reading What’s Your Christmas Reindeer Name?
The Feelings Wheel – A Great Way to Redefine Your Emotional Illiteracy
I don't know about you but I truly hate the holidays. Not to be a Grinch, but the over commercialization of the last month of our gregorian calendar really chaps my rear. I don't like buying presents, I hate wrapping them, and the thought of dealing with our drunk uncles really just make me cringe. … Continue reading The Feelings Wheel – A Great Way to Redefine Your Emotional Illiteracy
5 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues
1. Allow Yourself to Feel Sad + Journal Feel your feelings and remember to breathe. Stop. Feel what you are feeling. Write about your troubles to release them. Ask yourself, what do you have control of now? I have found that if you take inventory of your feelings, you can better understand your triggers. Be … Continue reading 5 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues
Christmas Appetizers – Baked Clams
Nothing says it's Christmas more than enjoying our Baked Clams! Surprisingly, you don't necessarily need to get fresh chopped clams at the Seafood store either. Your local supermarket should have a seafood section and may be able to deshell and pull out the clams from the shell himself. He can then chop up about a … Continue reading Christmas Appetizers – Baked Clams
Christmas Appetizers – Spinach Dip with Bagel Crisps and Chopped Veggies
Christmas is finally here, and I am excited to say that we are spending it with just the four of us. Our immediate family has 4 members and it is a joyous time. Our government and health officials say it is safer health wise to connect with only immediate family members rather than gather in … Continue reading Christmas Appetizers – Spinach Dip with Bagel Crisps and Chopped Veggies
2021 US Holidays
January 1st 2021 - New Years Day January 18th 2021 - Martin Luther King Day February 2nd 2021 - Groundhog Day February 12th 2021- Lincoln's Birthday February 14th 2021 - Valentine's Day February 15th 2021 - President's Day + Washington's Birthday February 16th 2021- Mardi Gras in New Orleans March 14th 2021 - Daylight Saving … Continue reading 2021 US Holidays
10 Kids Activities – Home for the Holidays
We have all been at home with our children since mid-March this year. You thought you had done every activity imaginable until today, when you came across this post. Welcome to the jungle; we got fun and games. Here are 10 stuck at home for the holidays activities to do with your kids, and they … Continue reading 10 Kids Activities – Home for the Holidays
10 Herbs, Roots, and Flower Ideas to Make Your Own Homemade Tea
I love a nice cup of hot tea with lemon and honey on a cold winter solstice day. Do you? The winter solstice is here. Time to wind down the year, wrap up your final commitments and make your for a clean slate in 2021. That being said I always thought it would be cool … Continue reading 10 Herbs, Roots, and Flower Ideas to Make Your Own Homemade Tea
10 Ways on How You Are Your Greatest Asset
1. You are the only you There is no one else like you. You can be the only you. No one else. 2. Health is wealth You are in control of your body and what you put in it. 3. You are what you eat Eating consciously with intention and eating well is key to … Continue reading 10 Ways on How You Are Your Greatest Asset
5 Cinderella Home Care Hacks to Make It Shine Like the Top of the Chrysler Building (NYC)
Here we are again. Home alone with nothing left to do. By this time, we are sure you've come up with quarantine crafts, quarantine recipes, and quarantine self care tips. But have you come up with quarantine home care hacks yet, Bueller? If the answer is no, then we got you with this article about … Continue reading 5 Cinderella Home Care Hacks to Make It Shine Like the Top of the Chrysler Building (NYC)
Leadership vs. Spectatorship
Stellar leadership requires humility, resilience and empathy. Saying sorry and growing from your mistakes is key. Self awareness is also required for great leadership. Realizing that you are a servant and not a dictator is imperative to help your followers grow. Being cocky and self righteous will never warrant respect. Being resilient is required. Nothing … Continue reading Leadership vs. Spectatorship
10 Coping Skills to Embrace During the Christmas Holidays
1. Be gentle Being gentle with yourself and being gentle with others is key. It is easy to get frustrated with family and friends, but remember nothing is perfect but progress is always achievable. 2. Make amends Make amends with peers and ask for forgiveness. Holding on to old qualms and issues is not healthy … Continue reading 10 Coping Skills to Embrace During the Christmas Holidays
What’s your Elf Name?
Merry Christmas, everyone! We absolutely love Christmas time here at Leverage Ambition. We love to put up our tree right after Thanksgiving, so we have 4 weeks to decorate it. What do you think? We still have so much work to do before seeing family and friends, including getting stamps to send out Christmas packages … Continue reading What’s your Elf Name?
New Perks For ‘Working While Staying at Home’ Moms
The Mom Project is a company that helps connect moms throughout the world to connect them to better living through job postings and advice. A survey of more than 1,200 moms released by the data and insights division of The Mom Project proves there may be several promising reasons to celebrate. 💼 A Safer Distance: 55% of surveyed moms … Continue reading New Perks For ‘Working While Staying at Home’ Moms
10 Self Defeating Behaviors to Dump in the New Year
1. The additive use of food. The emotional addiction to food is something to look at as the New Year approaches us. People can be addicted to sugar and carbs, which gives them a temporary comfort but eventually causes severe mood swings. If you are eating too much or too little and are not maintaining … Continue reading 10 Self Defeating Behaviors to Dump in the New Year
Life Lessons from the Mystic Sadhguru
If you have not heard of Sadhguru before, you are missing out. He is a mystic spiritual healer that focuses on self awareness for everyone to live a better life. Read his site here. We have compiled excerpts from his teaching below, we hope it helps you! Know yourself, or you won't see a beautiful … Continue reading Life Lessons from the Mystic Sadhguru
6 Things Managers Should Ask Their Team Before Holiday Break + New Year’s Eve
1. Thank their employees. A simple gift card, present, or personalized ecards will really let your team members know you appreciate them. Show your support by giving them an appreciation gift even if it comes out of your own pocket. They will be grateful and love the gesture. This year has been hard, so getting … Continue reading 6 Things Managers Should Ask Their Team Before Holiday Break + New Year’s Eve
20 Quotes About Trust
I got trust issues because people got lying issues. When you trust a person, you either have a friend or a life lesson. Trust takes years to build, seconds to break and forever to repair. I hate being suspicious about things, but damn that guy feeling is always right. Three things to know in life, … Continue reading 20 Quotes About Trust
Artwork of the Week: Snowflake Art Project
The holidays are finally here! It's been a hell of a year, but so glad we made it. My son was concerned. He said we didn't have enough Christmas decorations for Santa Claus. I decided to improvise and make due with what we had, which was construction paper, white lined paper, crayons, markers, scissors, and … Continue reading Artwork of the Week: Snowflake Art Project
7 Rules of Life
1. Let it go Don't ruin today with yesterday's blues. Forgive and move on. 2. Give it time Time heals all. Sit and wait. It is only urgent if you need it to be. 3. Ignore them You are the only you, and you know what you need. Don't listen to others if it doesn't … Continue reading 7 Rules of Life
19 Colors + Their Respective Translation to New Meaning
Black Serious, distinctive, elegant, bold, powerful, sophisticated Dark Grey Conservative, classic, responsible, full, somberness, authority Light Grey Neutral, logical, rich, practical, reserved, trust Blue Authority, nautical, dignity, security, confident, classic, stability, trust Light Blue Calming, patient, cool, water, contentment Teal Serene, sophisticated, water, coolness Green Healthy, fertile, freshness, nature, environmentally conscious Light Green Fresh, young, … Continue reading 19 Colors + Their Respective Translation to New Meaning
5 Ways to Perk Up at Home
Everyone is feeling the feels this year as they say. It is hard being isolated and home alone without family and friends to guide you along. The social interaction or lack of this holiday season is really getting to me, so I wanted to pull together 5 ways to perk up at home with some … Continue reading 5 Ways to Perk Up at Home
Women With Children Have Become Quakers During The Pandemic
Whitney Cummings states that women with children have all become Quakers on her Good For You podcast. It is not far off. The pandemic is a serious flu that has killed many during 2020. Politicians, health sources and government entities are trying their best to keep the number of COVID cases down by making stay … Continue reading Women With Children Have Become Quakers During The Pandemic
7 Spiritual Truths We Learn as We Grow
Spirituality is so deeply personal, and varies from person to person. There are many belief systems out there that help us feel a sense of security and hope. With faith, we know that anything is possible. Here are 7 spiritual truths we learn as we grow up. 1. Mediation works 2. The sun is medicine. … Continue reading 7 Spiritual Truths We Learn as We Grow
Level Up Your Acronyms with Gary Busey’s Buseyisms Today
There is something about Gary Busey that I absolutely love. Whether it's the unpredictability, the actions he takes, or the way he puts things, it is always truthful, funny and hilarious. Here are his Buyesisms in alphabetical order, and if you haven't picked up his book Buseyisms yet I highly recommend it. Glossary of Buseyisms: … Continue reading Level Up Your Acronyms with Gary Busey’s Buseyisms Today
Just For Today from Al-Anon Family Groups
Just for today I will try to live through this day only, and not tackle all my problems at once. I can do something for 12 hours that would appall me if I felt that I had to keep it up for a lifetime. Just for today I will be happy. This assumes to be … Continue reading Just For Today from Al-Anon Family Groups
The River Runs Deep – Al-Anon’s Open Letter From an Alcoholic
I am an alcoholic. I need your help. Don't lecture, blame or scold me. You wouldn't be angry with me for having cancer or diabetes. Alcoholism is a disease, too. Don't pour out my liquor; it's just a waste because I can always find ways of getting more. Don't let me provoke your anger. If … Continue reading The River Runs Deep – Al-Anon’s Open Letter From an Alcoholic
Monday Morning Mom Routine – Festive Snowy, Hot Coffee + Christmas Decorations
Monday's are dreadful. I always have that nails on a chalkboard feel as I get my kids up and ready for zoom school. It is literally me just getting them breakfast and opening up their chromebooks, but marching into the unknown educational system scares me. Mainly due to the fact that they spring on odd … Continue reading Monday Morning Mom Routine – Festive Snowy, Hot Coffee + Christmas Decorations
Happy Giving Tuesday! #givingtuesday
In lieu of the global movement to unleash the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world, Happy Giving Tuesday to you and yours! #givingtuesday This global holiday was pioneered in the United States and reminds us to give back to others in need. We decided to give back to the … Continue reading Happy Giving Tuesday! #givingtuesday
10 Tips To Build + Sustain a Top Sales Team The Right Way
Being an individual sales contributor and a sales manager, where you manage the team itself are two very different ball games. You can find this out the hard way by getting into the management position as a top sales performer. You are the hero no more! Here are 10 ways to be the best sales … Continue reading 10 Tips To Build + Sustain a Top Sales Team The Right Way
