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BOSS Spotlight: Positive Psychology with Dr. Toya K Wilson

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Dr. Toya K. Wilson is a Positive Psychology expert from Chicago, IL. She specializes in the use of both ancient and modern techniques such as meditation, mindfulness, energy healing, and knowledge of Self to help individuals, companies, and communities heal. Her guiding belief is that everyone can live a happy life! 1. What were some obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting your business or career? A: When I first began the process of starting my business, my largest obstacle was requiring payment for my services. I believe that happiness and peace of mind is everyone’s birthright so it seem counter intuitive to charge clients for it. 2. What inspired you to break into your particular industry? A: Being from the south side of Chicago and working in the Englewood area, I was surrounded by crime, depression, and dysfunction. But through it all, people naturally reached out to me seeking answers and I enjoyed watching people heal through my “work”,

Standing at a Crossroads! By "BOSS Influencer" Dr. Jacquie Hood Martin

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Some days I wake and reflect. Similar to a fairy tale beginning with ‘once upon a time.’ I recognize that there are always going to be challenges in life, obstacles to overcome, or naysayers to move out of our way. These are the greatest teachers of life lessons. One of the best ways to move past your mountain is to stand on God's word and tell it to move. Many find it difficult to comprehend how faith plays a vital part in our relationships both personal and professional. Today you may be like me, standing at a crossroads. The intersection in life where making choices are not as simple as it used to be. As we grow in life and business the options on the table come with greater consequences, and being able to choose requires wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. The decisions not only impact you the individual, but others in your family or circle of influence.  When you sit down over the next few days to weigh your options, consider how prayer, planning, and preparation have

Don't Drink the Poison - It Never Works! By "BOSS Influencer" Tana Session

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"Holding on to a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die"   - Unknown Have you ever wondered why some people in our lives tend to hold on to grudges? I most certainly have. I think some people just need something to "do" and something to vent to friends and family about, while not discussing it directly with the person they are holding a grudge against. How unhealthy is that? It is such a waste of time and prevents you from receiving the blessings the universe has waiting for you. When you're busy holding on to grudges, your hands are not free and open to receiving blessings. Why let people live for FREE in your head and heart space? Just know your career, business, relationships and finances will suffer as a result of this blockage - and this is a PRIME example of an internal blockage. Bad energy scares success and money away! I recently experienced this scenario in my own life. Here I am minding my business, living my best