Rena Bonesio 
It can be kind of scary to pick just one way to make our positive impact in the world. When we pick one thing, we are choosing to not pick some other options. At our Life Impact Academy last weekend we helped participants connect with their passions and ultimately pick one of them to use … Read more
This weekend we transformed six lives. Six people came to our Life Impact Academy not knowing what positive, focused impact they wanted to have with their lives. Six people left with a clear connection to something they are deeply passionate about and a good idea of how they are going to make that impact. Six … Read more
It’s not too late to finish 2015 strong. There is still time to accomplish some great results. In order to do it, though, you may need to have a shift in thinking. Let’s examine a mindset that will really move you forward even now. In our book, we talk about the “Empowerment Mentality” in which … Read more
It’s that time of year again. It’s time to give thanks. To change things up a bit, I wanted to thank you on behalf of Simply great Lives. I’m grateful for all the people who read this blog. I’m thankful that you are willing to explore the ideas we express here. And I’m glad you … Read more
Here is a whole cornucopia of examples of people’s passions and positive impacts. Often, a passion was ignited by a significant experience. It leads to action that has a deliberate and positive impact in the lives of other people. As you look over the list–the cornucopia–consider your own formative life experiences and what you are … Read more
As we approach the gift giving season, you may be looking for some good ideas for gifts. I usually re-post a list I created for Steam Engine Financial Coaching years ago. If you want to see the full list of Inexpensive Gifts, you can click here. This year, though, I thought I would focus instead … Read more
I recently acquired a new sense of responsibility. I’m feeling the need to step up and get better at helping people to get deliberate and focused in having a positive impact. Interestingly, this sense of responsibility is for the people who will not have that positive impact because I stood by and let someone else … Read more
Being passionate about what we’re doing makes a world of difference. I didn’t used to know how important it is to be in touch with and utilize my passions. I figured I have a Master’s Degree in social work and I’m pretty much wired to make a difference in people’s lives. So I assumed it … Read more
No one likes to feel sad. We like to feel happy or peaceful or engaged. But sad is something we try to avoid. So I have a little tip to help you feel less sadness. The best way to have less sadness in your life is to go ahead and feel it when it comes … Read more
Are you fighting for the right stuff in your life? Because of my blindness, I have had to learn to discern what’s important and what’s not. I have to regularly choose what’s the right stuff to put my time and effort into. It really does take effort to choose the right stuff because a lot … Read more