Monica Marie Jones
Flying Lessons
We’ve heard of things that happen in nature housed in neat little clichés, but how often do we witness these miraculous events in...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Jul 6, 2020
- 2 min
From Struggle to Strength
When I began practicing yoga, I was extremely challenged by the downward-facing dog pose. It felt uncomfortable and at times painful. I...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Jun 29, 2020
- 4 min
The Art of Authenticity
I landed my first leading role without even having to audition. As a child, I was cast as the leading lady in a church play.
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Monica Marie Jones
- Jun 22, 2020
- 3 min
Soul System Building
Think about something that you wanted so badly that you now have. Is having it as exciting as the anticipation and buildup that preceded...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Jun 15, 2020
- 4 min
Balance Increase
When we hear the term balance, we automatically assume that it means all things getting equal weight, time or energy.
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Monica Marie Jones
- Jun 8, 2020
- 2 min
Lesson From a Lifeguard
When life feels heavy, I find comfort and a healthy means of escape by getting lost in a good book. The ever-present trauma of racial...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Jun 1, 2020
- 3 min
Revisit Your Vision
At the center of my vision board, I have a picture of Oprah looking through binoculars at the year 2020.
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Monica Marie Jones
- May 25, 2020
- 2 min
The Season of Growth
When we moved into our home, I was enamored by the number of trees on our property. We were in the last days of winter, so they were all...
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Monica Marie Jones
- May 18, 2020
- 3 min
Expand Your Space
When my brother and I were children, we loved playing in our grandparents' backyard. It felt like we were exploring an expansive,...
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Monica Marie Jones
- May 11, 2020
- 3 min
Let It Grow
I am a proud plant mom. My fellow plant lovers can attest to the fact that plants have emotions. I can tell when my plants are sad, and...
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Monica Marie Jones
- May 4, 2020
- 3 min
Reroute Your Ride
When your world has been turned upside down or obstacles have been placed in your previously clear path, release the idea that you have to
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Monica Marie Jones
- Apr 27, 2020
- 2 min
Find Your Balance
Throughout childhood and as a young adult I studied all forms of dance and gymnastics. In ballet and gymnastics, in particular, balance...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Apr 20, 2020
- 3 min
Flip Your Formulas
A few years ago, I was asked to have a quick mentoring conversation with a young lady who was struggling in college. After listening to...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Apr 13, 2020
- 4 min
An Attitude of Expectation
By the age of 28, I’d assumed that my lifelong love affair with my dance career was over. So, imagine my surprise when a college friend...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Apr 6, 2020
- 4 min
Find Your Feeling First
When I began to reflect on the things that I miss the most during this time of social distancing,
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Monica Marie Jones
- Mar 30, 2020
- 3 min
The Container
Last week, emotions were particularly high and heavy for a myriad of reasons.
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Monica Marie Jones
- Mar 23, 2020
- 2 min
The Gift of Rejection
Last year, I applied for a home loan for the first time in my life. I was rejected. My debt-to-income ratio was too high. I felt as...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Mar 16, 2020
- 3 min
The Power of Pause
When I coach facilitators, I take them through a feedback process that asks two questions. What are your strengths? What are your...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Mar 9, 2020
- 3 min
Consider Your Capacity
Have you ever gotten deep into your day and realized that you did not schedule time for your basic needs? You’ve made and honored so...
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Monica Marie Jones
- Mar 2, 2020
- 3 min
Redirect to Connect
Last night I had a dream that I had a speaking engagement in another state and I'd missed all of the flights. I would have to drive, but...
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