Filmmakers, voice talent, and special guests came together on November 8, 2017 at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre for the marigold-carpet premiere of Disney•Pixar’s “Coco,” which will be opening in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2017. And guess who was one of these very special guests? Me!!! Can you believe it? It is surreal to admit …
Elayna Fernandez ~ The Positive MOM
What’s the strangest secret in the world? You’ll find out as you read this FULL transcript of Earl Nightingale‘s teachings, which transformed my life and shifted my perspective to become more positive and powerful in my life. Here it is: “I’d like to tell you about the strangest secret in the world. Some years ago, the …
Life-changing. How many experiences come to mind that have had a strong enough effect to change your life? When you think of these defining moments in your life, do you see a common thread? For me, whether these shaping events seemed negative or positive, they all start with one affirmation and one decision: Seize Your …
One of the most underestimated branding, marketing, and positioning tools is a well-written professional bio. Every mompreneur needs a bio, but we all know many who: If you are in any of these groups, forgive yourself. But do keep reading and learning how to write a bio so it doesn’t keep costing you! Writing a …
I deserve better It’s his loss I don’t need him! I’ve said these words to myself hundreds – or maybe thousands – of times, and I don’t really know if they are true. They may be, but that’s not the point. The point is that I never felt the fuzzy feelings of assurance, peace, and …
I don’t like shopping. I know you may be in shock because shopping and shoes are a she thing. I just dread going to the store and spending hours and hours trying clothes on or looking for the right gift, for the right occasion. You walk out of this giant mall empty-handed, thinking to yourself …
How many times do you apologize in a day? How about in an hour? Sincerely apologizing for something you regret doing is a noble thing to do. Feelings of remorse, guilt, and regret serve us so we can know when we are off track according to our moral compass. Apologizing can be a sacred experience …
It’s my firstborn’s 15th birthday! I started the day by telling her “I love you.” I joked around that “when you’re 15 and someone tells you they love you, you gotta believe them!” There’s nothing like a Taylor Swift song to make a young girl smile. Then we headed out bright and early to a …
Don’t quit. Stay the course. Don’t give up. Persevere. Stay committed. Just do it. Finish what you start. You’ll see these phrases and quotes on your typical Motivation Monday on your Instagram feed, because the common belief is that if you quit… well, maybe you’re just not motivated enough. I see the sentiment in these …
“You’re one busy lady!” “How do you do it all? You’re so busy!“ “I’m so happy for you, it looks like you’re busy!“ “So great to see you! I didn’t expect you’d come, since you’re always busy traveling!” “Oh it’s okay, don’t worry about it! I know just how busy you are!” I cringe whenever …