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Befriending Fear: How to Turn Your Fears Into Allies for Personal Growth
Making friends with fear sounds ridiculous at best, but hear me out. Fear is not your enemy! The important factor is how you react to fear.

Janine Bowen
Mar 17, 20242 min read
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All or Nothing: The Ultimate Saboteur
The infamous "all or nothing" mindset crashed a recent group session. To be fair, it always does. That, however, doesn't change the...

Janine Bowen
Mar 5, 20242 min read
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First We Set Boundaries!
When diving into a new client relationship, I play goal detective, sniffing out their dedication to success. A crucial puzzle piece is...

Janine Bowen
Feb 23, 20242 min read
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Guilty Party: Putting this Complex Emotion in Its Place.
Guilt used to be my constant companion, a weight I carried everywhere, convinced it was just part of who I was. Then my therapist changed everything. She didn't just help me understand guilt; she taught me how to put it in its proper place and transform my entire perspective. Today, I want to pay that gift forward. The Surprising Truth About Guilt Here's what most people don't realize: guilt isn't inherently bad. From both psychological and social perspectives, guilt actually

Janine Bowen
Feb 6, 20244 min read
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Facing the Thing You Fear: It's Freedom!
Sometimes, the things that give us the scaries feel like a total mystery, right? But tackling your fears head-on is worth it and can lead...

Janine Bowen
Jan 25, 20241 min read
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Remember to Say Thanks: The Power of Showing Gratitude
Oftentimes, you may find it hard to find the good in situations, let alone be grateful, but finding them can make a difference in how you...

Janine Bowen
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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Fear! Break It Down.
I often compare life to a well-rehearsed dance routine. While it may take several attempts to perfect, if you break it down into...

Janine Bowen
Jan 17, 20242 min read
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Self-Awareness: Why Knowing Yourself is Key to Success
If I asked you to tell me your strengths, weaknesses and areas for growth, what would your answer be? Most people have given little to no...

Janine Bowen
Jan 14, 20242 min read
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Operation - Fear Defeated!
It's the new year; I hope you all have overcome my fears as your number one intention for 2024.

Janine Bowen
Jan 11, 20242 min read
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Why Finding Your True Purpose is the Key to Living a Fulfilled Life
For a long time, I blindly went about my life without any thought to my values, goals or gifts. I wasn't entirely clear about what I was...

Janine Bowen
Jan 1, 20242 min read
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Fear 101: Is it Helping & Hurting!
Have you thought about your relationship with fear? We all experience fear; it can either cripple you or be the fuel that pushes you...

Janine Bowen
Dec 17, 20232 min read
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Feel The Fear & Do It Anyway!
The above title is one of my favourite mantras because no matter how many times you see it or how intrinsic it is, we all need to be...

Janine Bowen
Nov 26, 20232 min read
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You May Get Lost, But There Is Always A Way Back.
While going after your dreams, it's common to lose your way. However, there is no need to panic as this is a natural part of the...

Janine Bowen
Nov 5, 20232 min read
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If You Plan It, It Will Become!
I have been a fan of using planners since I was first given one in grade nine.

Janine Bowen
Oct 29, 20233 min read
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Why Live On Purpose
The popular saying "ignorance is bliss" might hold true, but it's important to remember that knowledge is the key to growth and fulfillment.

Janine Bowen
Sep 17, 20232 min read
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What do you mean Living On Purpose?
Living your life on purpose or with intention means that you clearly understand what you want to accomplish in your life, and you...

Janine Bowen
Sep 10, 20232 min read
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Finding My Purpose. How It All Began.
Finding your purpose is often messy but rewarding. This is the story of how HERCOLLECTED began and how I found my purpose.

Janine Bowen
Jul 9, 20235 min read
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Is It Time For A Life Coach? Here Are The Reasons Why You'd Want To Work With One.
Helping you decide if hiring a Life Coach will benefit you in reaching your life's goals.

Janine Bowen
May 22, 20232 min read
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