Carol CC Miller

Give & Receive

There is something truly magical about giving. Whether offering time, love, or support, giving comes from the heart and warms both the giver and the receiver. Yet, for many, receiving can feel more complicated. How often do we graciously accept a compliment or help without brushing it off or feeling unworthy? Giving comes easily to …

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Giving Life Your All

Life ebbs and flows, and so does our capacity to give. Some days, you’re bursting with energy, offering 90% of yourself to the world around you. On other days, you’re running on empty, scraping together 20 to 40%. The beauty is that you’re still giving it your all on those low-capacity days. That 20 to …

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Rest, Don’t Quit

Have you ever faced a time when giving up felt like the only option? As beautiful as it is, life often comes with its share of challenges. It can be messy, painful, and relentless, sometimes all at once. Through the years, I’ve shared my struggles with you—moments when I wanted to let go of Positive …

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15 Years

Fifteen years ago, on October 12th, Positive Focus officially became a 501(c)(3), marking the beginning of a journey filled with incredible highs, challenging lows, and everything in between. It started with a bold vision to build a thriving community in Chicago, eventually expanding to other cities. Thanks to Lorna’s dedication, we even established a chapter …

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I Am Feeling It.

When was the last time you checked in on your emotions? I’m not necessarily talking about your physical health but how you feel emotionally. Back in 2020, I took a six-week course with Iyanla Vanzant. It was a powerful experience involving daily work, including taking our emotional temperature thrice daily. This exercise wasn’t about detecting a …

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Embracing the Final Quarter of 2024

Happy October! Can you believe we are already in the final quarter of the year? Time seems to fly. Like many others, this year has been a whirlwind of emotions—happiness, sadness, excitement, concern, and everything in between. It is a powerful reminder that whatever we focus on, whether our desires or difficulties, we give energy …

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Loving From Afar

Love often brings people together, creating a bond through closeness and shared experiences. But sometimes, the most loving choice you can make is to create space. It’s not about loving less; it’s about recognizing when maintaining a healthy distance is necessary for your well-being. In these moments, love can still thrive—perhaps even more deeply—when you …

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Good Deeds

I recently had the pleasure of attending Andy Grammer’s one-man show. I’ve seen him several times over the past five years, and he remains one of my favorites. His music and who he is are rooted in LOVE and kindness, messages that resonate deeply. While I enjoyed his songs before my mom’s passing in 2018, her death …

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I did it! I really did it!

I’ve meant to write this for months, and it’s finally happening. As many of you know, last November, I embarked on a life-changing journey to Antarctica—an experience that left me in awe. Since returning, I’ve wanted to share every detail, every breathtaking moment, but for one reason or another, I kept putting it off. Yes, …

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A Dream Fulfilled – Antarctica

Prologue Jen Reiter’s Blog   It’s been over nine months since I returned from an incredible three-week cruise across the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Islands, and Antarctica! While I started this blog shortly after my return, I’m only now completing it. It’s been a joy to relive the adventure, and I want to give a big …

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