The Sport of Building Self-Confidence

Article by Maria Wood-Smith, Empowerment Coach and Owner & Founder of The Fearless Focus Program in Pembroke – Written for Kingston Living Magazine. My name is Maria Wood-Smith, owner and founder of The Fearless Focus Program (formerly Fashion Focus Program) in Pembroke, MA.  Through my own struggles with low self esteem and self-confidence, I learned […]

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How to conquer “FOMO”

“FOMO” stands for Fear of Missing Out.⁣⁣ At one time or another, we have all experienced “FOMO.” What is concerning is that the Fear of Missing Out is associated with various mental health issues, such as fatigue and stress, which can, in turn, cause people including our children to experience problems with their physical health.⁣⁣ One important […]

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No Leeway for Body Shaming.

Two broadcasters body-shamed girls during a high school basketball game. They were quickly fired.  – Washington Post.  The body-shaming incident quickly sparked outrage in the small community, drawing hundreds of social media comments. Many praised Grant, the owner of the small radio station, for his swiftness in dismissing the two men.  A few people who […]

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