Carol CC Miller

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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Twinkle Lights & Tender Hearts

​The holidays. For some, they’re a magical time of year filled with joy, connection, and celebration. For others, they can feel like a heavy burden, a season to get through rather than embrace. For most of my life, I’ve found the holidays magical—after all, any excuse for twinkle lights is a win in my book! …

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My Wish

We’ve all heard it before: “Make a wish upon a star” or “Make a wish when you blow out your birthday candles.” Wishes are a powerful part of the process, but I’ve learned they are only one piece of the puzzle. While it’s true that some wishes may come true without any action, magic truly …

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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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My Observations

Have you heard the phrase observe rather than absorb? I encountered it years ago, and it continues to shape my life meaningfully. Now, I’d love to tell you that I practice it perfectly, but let’s be honest—I don’t. Still, the awareness of this concept has made a world of difference. So, what does it mean? It’s …

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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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