Mary J. Lore

A black and white photo of a statue that says i have a dream.

What is Your “I Have a Dream” Speech?

Audio and Video, Communication Skills, Goals & Resolutions, Inspiration & Motivation, Personal Growth, Positive Thinking & Affirmations, Professional Growth, Reflection & Learning, Vision, Purpose & Intention

January 22nd, 2013 I remember when I first heard Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. Even though… Read More »What is Your “I Have a Dream” Speech?

A businessman balancing on a tightrope.

Resolving Balance? Here’s How to Make That Goal Stick!

Audio and Video, Calm, Peace & Happiness, Goals & Resolutions, Inspiration & Motivation, Personal Growth, Positive Thinking & Affirmations, Professional Growth, Stress Management

January 4th, 2012 I will be more balanced. Does that sound familiar? It may be one of the most popular… Read More »Resolving Balance? Here’s How to Make That Goal Stick!

The words have a dream on a marble tile.

Be Inspired. Inspire Others. What’s Your Dream?

Audio and Video, Conscious Business and Leadership, Goals & Resolutions, Inspiration & Motivation, Personal Growth, Positive Thinking & Affirmations, Professional Growth, Reflection & Learning, Vision, Purpose & Intention

August 29th, 2013 Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. I remember… Read More »Be Inspired. Inspire Others. What’s Your Dream?

A silhouette of a man and woman kissing in a red heart.

Transforming Guilt

Aging Parents, Life Transitions, Managing Fear, Managing Thoughts, Feelings & Emotions, Personal Growth, The Golden Years, Wonder, Possibility & Creativity

May 25th, 2011 Today is the 64th wedding anniversary of my parents. It’s also been two months since my dad… Read More »Transforming Guilt

A dolphin jumping out of the water at sunset.

What’s Your Poem?

Goals & Resolutions, Inspiration & Motivation, Life Transitions, Managing Fear, Personal Growth, Reflection & Learning, Rituals

March 1st, 2012 In 2002, I attended a leadership workshop. One afternoon, the facilitator asked us to reflect on what… Read More »What’s Your Poem?

A woman posing next to a smiling cartoon character.

What Thought Could You Change?

Audio and Video, Make a Difference, Managing Thoughts, Feelings & Emotions, Personal Growth, Positive Thinking & Affirmations, Self-awareness

September 13th, 2011 Today is Positive Thinking Day! Okay – be honest – what did you think as soon as… Read More »What Thought Could You Change?

A group of people sitting around a wooden table.

A Fun Way to Express Thankfulness During the Holidays and Everyday!

Audio and Video, Make a Difference, Personal Growth, Rituals, Thankfulness, Vision, Purpose & Intention, Wonder, Possibility & Creativity

November 22nd, 2011 Here’s a wonderful way to express thankfulness, help others to know the difference they make in our… Read More »A Fun Way to Express Thankfulness During the Holidays and Everyday!

A peace sign in the shape of a globe.

Peace in the World Starts with Me

Calm, Peace & Happiness, Inspiration & Motivation, Make a Difference, Managing Thoughts, Feelings & Emotions, Personal Growth, Stress Management, Vision, Purpose & Intention, Wonder, Possibility & Creativity

December 8th, 2011 We say we want peace in the world. I wonder how can we expect the world to… Read More »Peace in the World Starts with Me

A person's hand holding a small plant in the dirt.

Self-Cultivation: A Gift to the World

Audio and Video, Make a Difference, Managing Thoughts, Feelings & Emotions, Personal Growth, Positive Thinking & Affirmations, Professional Growth, Resources, Self-awareness, Stress Management, Vision, Purpose & Intention

November 23rd, 2012 A woman emailed me. She said she was exhausted and frustrated by a laundry list of problems.… Read More »Self-Cultivation: A Gift to the World

A woman's guide to thriving with prostate cancer.

A Women’s Guide to Thriving After Prostate Cancer

Health and Wellness, Inspiration & Motivation, Life Transitions, Managing Thoughts, Feelings & Emotions, Personal Growth, Reflection & Learning, Resources, Self-awareness, Success Stories, Vision, Purpose & Intention

May 19th, 2012 I met Cindie Hubiak when I presented a workshop on Managing Thought® to the Board of the… Read More »A Women’s Guide to Thriving After Prostate Cancer