Marlene Dillon Empowerment Specialist

Are They Problems or Solutions?

An odd epiphany occurred today. I realized that sometimes what we see as problems in the short term are actually creating long-term solutions. Maybe today it’s the worst moment ever, but we have a bigger dream down the road that this horrible moment is actually helping us actualize. From people we meet in low times,Continue reading “Are They Problems or Solutions?”

Self-Forgiveness: Nothing Wrong with Being Loving

This month has been all about taking it easy—hence the theme for my August 2024 podcast series. Today, I decided to #takeiteasy on myself, by letting it be okay that I made a mistake. I acknowledged I got hurt and that it’s not my fault. And decided to offer myself compassion for the experience, ratherContinue reading “Self-Forgiveness: Nothing Wrong with Being Loving”

Bye Felicia: Letting Go of Toxic Relationships

Now this episode is more storytelling than usual, but I believe there are some lessons you can gain about letting go of unhealthy relationships. Like I’ve said before, Dr. Maya Angelou said we should believe them the first time when they show us who they are. And I, honestly, am not there. I tend toContinue reading “Bye Felicia: Letting Go of Toxic Relationships”

I’m Neurodivergent NOT Lazy & Inconsistent

I went most of my life feeling insecure and inadequate for the ways I didn’t measure up to those around me. I was getting A’s, but couldn’t sound out words. Getting A’s on tests, but always forgetting my homework. In school, when you’re achieving at or above grade, they assume you don’t need services. IContinue reading “I’m Neurodivergent NOT Lazy & Inconsistent”