Raise your hand if you’ve ever fallen into the Comparison Trap? We get so stuck in comparing ourselves and our lives and our progress and our success to other people. Whether you are trying to build a business, trying to manage your home, trying to get promoted at work, or simply trying to create a life you LOVE, comparison is a giant trap that will suck you in and not let go. But, there IS a way to avoid the comparison trap that brings so many people down. Don’t miss these three very practical techniques you can try the next time you feel yourself getting lost down that comparison trail!

When was the last time you stopped to do a gratitude check? Are you remembering to take the time to appreciate the little things, or are you so busy rushing through life that you’ve forgotten how much there is to be grateful for, and how important it is to celebrate the things that go right. Chances are, there is more to be thankful for than you realize.And taking time to celebrate those wins, those everyday victories, might just make all the difference in the world!

Have you ever thought that as a helicopter mom, you might actually be doing more harm than good? This post sheds some light on how to raise our kids to be good people and self-sufficient humans.

What happens when you stop the excuses? When you consciously take control of your own life and don’t let anything stand in your way? Would that lead to success? Or happiness? Maybe even both? When we understand that we have the ability to take control of our own destiny, we can actually remove the things keeping us stuck and start creating a life we love! Don’t miss these 3 strategies on how to break the excuses mentality–for good!

As parents, letting go can be so hard! Our kids need us to be there for them, but they also need us to prepare them for life without them. They need to learn self-sufficiency and the value of hard work, how to navigate interpersonal relationships, how to try new things, and yes, sometimes even get hurt or fail. Don’t miss this post that shares how to cope with the agony of letting go.

Losing weight is HARD. But when we feel good about how we look on the outside, we feel good on the inside, too. We stop wanting to hide and start daring to put ourselves out there, which gives us confidence to do even more. In this episode of the Do It Scared Podcast, Ruth shares 4 key steps to take to improve your body image and increase your confidence!