After being charmed by a delightful seasonal film where the lead character seeks a sign, I felt inspired to revisit some of our family's cherished holiday movies.  To my amazement, I discovered an abundance of profound messages nestled within these beloved holiday favorites. In this exploration, I dive into four iconic films: "Home Alone" "Jingle All the Way" (also known as "Turbo Man") "Christmas Vacation" "Elf" Join me as we uncover fun and insightful life lessons embedded in these comedic treasures. I'm eager to hear your thoughts too, so please share in the comments which messages res ..read more

Discover the profound insights from 'Co-Creation at its Best: A Conversation Between Master Teachers,' featuring Dr. Wayne Dyer and Esther Hicks. Danette explores the intriguing dialogues between Dyer and Abraham (channeled by Hicks), focusing on topics like the law of attraction, spiritual connectivity, and personal growth…   Books on Amazon: Co-Creation at its Best: A Conversation Between Master Teachers: https://amzn.to/3Ngm5ZK Ask and it is Given: Esther Hicks: https://amzn.to/4ag53ok Your Erroneous Zones: Wayne Dyer: https://amzn.to/3Re8QJZ Books by Esther Hicks: https://amzn.to/4abT ..read more

"The world is run on the backs of women without boundaries." In this episode, we discuss what boundaries are, how to maintain them and why we also need to respect boundaries put up by others. You can't expect someone else to enforce your boundaries. That gives them undue power over your life. Today we’ll discuss boundaries, why they’re necessary, how to set them, and why you need to honor your own boundaries (and not expect others to conform to them). In this episode, you'll hear: What are boundaries, and why we need them You must honor your own boundaries, not expect others to remember our n ..read more

A few years ago, I signed up for an art class after I struggled to capture the beautiful visions I wanted to remember from my guided meditation class. Although my intention was to learn “Drawing 101”, I realized the class taught me so much more about myself and life than just how to sketch.  In this episode, I share the 7 life lessons I gained from taking an art class and how taking any class you enjoy can have a profoundly positive impact on your life.   7 Life Lessons from Taking an Art Class  1-Carving Out Time to Do Something You Enjoy. Finding a time that works for you ..read more

Taking care of yourself is the first step to achieving work life balance.  However, between work, family and social obligations, it’s not always easy to prioritize yourself.  In this episode, I highlight three simple ways to build time for self-care into your busy schedule to bring more joy and balance to your life.  3 Ways to Build Time for Self-Care into a Busy Schedule: 1-Create a morning ritual. As you slowly wake up, start to love yourself. Tell yourself wonderful things. Use phrases like “I am amazing. I am hardworking. I am beautiful.” Focus only on yourself and complimen ..read more

‘You are the only one that can allow yourself to get triggered’ is not an easy concept to accept.   Life constantly throws circumstances our way that are completely out of our control that may come with a triggering effect, and it’s natural to respond in anger or frustration or sadness.   In this episode, I share three ways to respond to triggering events and how life-changing it can be to know you are the only person who can trigger yourself no matter the situation.   3 Suggestions for when you’re triggered:  1-Take a break from the situation. Give yourself time ..read more

It’s easy to confuse patience with waiting around and doing nothing, but patience is a very powerful action that makes a world of difference when working towards your goals.  Having patience means making intentional choices about how you want to spend your time, money, and energy on what you hope to achieve.  In this episode, I recall the consequences of being impatient as well as the beauty that transpires when we take the time necessary to think through big decisions.  I know being patient isn’t always easy, and I hope hearing my own challenges with impatience can help you avo ..read more

Just five weeks ago, I embarked on a journey with a modest start of a little over $100, and now, I'm thrilled to share that I've added over $2100 towards realizing my dream of exploring four uncharted destinations…   Featured products from this episode: ? Aochuan Smart X Pro Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer Compatible for iPhone 14 13 12 11 Pro/Max, Android HD Display Focus and Zoom Control Vlog Youtuber Live Video Record with Extension Rod and Tripod https://amzn.to/47eLsTF   ? SwissGear Sion Softside Expandable Roller Luggage, Teal, Checked-Medium 25-Inch https://amzn.to/3SLEEbJ   ..read more

In this episode, I incorporate a workshop style format as we dive into the art of strategic goal setting, steering away from traditional SMART goals. I discuss a transformative approach to setting three distinct types of goals - dealing with personal challenges, inner development, and external ambitions - while emphasizing the importance of positive framing and visualization.   Key highlights include:   Rethinking SMART goals: Danette redefines them as soul-fulfilling, movement of energy, amazing, rewarding, and time per day.   Types of strategic goals: Identifying personal chal ..read more

90 Day Planner:  Thriving in the Fast Lane:  90 Days to Set, Plan, and Achieve Your Goals!  Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3ROZEOu Do you have ambitious goals, but struggle to turn them into reality?  Imagine a world where you not only set your sights on inspiring success but also have a clear roadmap to get there.  This 90-day productivity planner is meticulously crafted for those who are ready to take charge of their goals and unleash their true potential.   New Course – Thriving in the Fast Lane: https://shinefirsttoday.com/thriving-in-the-fast-lane-c ..read more