Author: Joanna Zaremba
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Nothing to prove | Intentional Living
I used to believe I had something to prove. I needed to prove I was smart. I needed to prove I was likable. I needed to prove I was funny. I needed to prove that I knew things. Essentially, I needed to prove I was enough. But in this game of seeking outside approval, the…
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Small things often | Intentional Living
I’m taking my last prerequisite course for physical therapy school this semester — exercise physiology. I imagined I would relish learning more about how exercise affects the human body. And, I expected it would give me extra motivation to move my body in all of the ways it needs. But that didn’t happen. I haven’t…
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Giving myself time | Intentional Living
This spring, my husband and I started taking classes for fun again. He started with an introductory improv class at Peak Improv Theater, while I took a painting class at Pikes Peak Artist Collective. Then, we both signed up for classes with the Black Rose Acoustic Society — ear training and Carter-style guitar for him…
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Small things often | Intentional Living
I’m taking my last prerequisite course for physical therapy school this semester — exercise physiology. I imagined I would relish learning more about how exercise affects the human body. And, I expected it would give me extra motivation to move my body in all of the ways it needs. But that didn’t happen. I haven’t…
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What will you do? | Intentional Living
Over the years I’ve written this column, I’ve shared tools, resources, and ideas that have helped me. I don’t believe there is one way to go through life and its ups and downs. I believe there are as many ways as there are people on the planet. I wish I had understood sooner that my…
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Be open in 2025 | Intentional Living
My theme for 2025 is “be open.” “Be open” feels appropriate for this time in my life. I’ve slowly felt myself closing off over time. This year, I want to inch in the other direction to be open to what could be. Being open is about exploring possibilities. It’s about making room for new friendships…
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What will you do? | Intentional Living
Over the years I’ve written this column, I’ve shared tools, resources, and ideas that have helped me. I don’t believe there is one way to go through life and its ups and downs. I believe there are as many ways as there are people on the planet. I wish I had understood sooner that my…
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Deciding what to say yes to | Intentional Living
After visiting a friend’s ranch near Florissant, I have a fresh perspective on my 2025 theme: “Be open.” While snowshoeing, my friend told me she “says yes to opportunity” in her life. I wondered how often I say yes to opportunity and if this lens might support my intention to be open this year. I…
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Deciding what to say yes to | Intentional Living
After visiting a friend’s ranch near Florissant, I have a fresh perspective on my 2025 theme: “Be open.” While snowshoeing, my friend told me she “says yes to opportunity” in her life. I wondered how often I say yes to opportunity and if this lens might support my intention to be open this year. I…
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Be open in 2025 | Intentional Living
My theme for 2025 is “be open.” “Be open” feels appropriate for this time in my life. I’ve slowly felt myself closing off over time. This year, I want to inch in the other direction to be open to what could be. Being open is about exploring possibilities. It’s about making room for new friendships…