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“The Fortune Is Already Within You”
I know what you’re thinking…what can a fortune cookie possibly tell us about ourselves? Well, I’m glad you asked...

Marion Rhines
Jun 20, 20253 min read


“Father Figures & Role Models: A Day for the Men Who Show Up”
To all the fathers on Father’s Day, I want to say thank you for all the things you do for your families...

Marion Rhines
Jun 13, 20253 min read


Mum’s the Word: Honoring the Many Faces of Motherhood
What I wish for you this Mother’s Day is that you know you don’t have to spend money on your mother to make her happy...

Marion Rhines
May 9, 20253 min read


"Finding Joy in the Unexpected and Beauty in Everyday Moments"
When I mention unexpected things, we sometimes groan in frustration and think, “I don’t have time for this!”. But not all unexpected things come with negative consequences...

Marion Rhines
Mar 22, 20253 min read


"Community Meets Compassion: Celebrating Nonprofits"
Just like how we talked about finding the perfect place to volunteer your time, talent, and money last week, nonprofit organizations need the same consideration...

Marion Rhines
Mar 14, 20253 min read


"Rise and Give: Empowering Youth and Families to Spread Kindness, Find Purpose, and Change Lives."
I’m sure you have noticed the theme for this week…giving. Not only with money but also with yourself. I have always said the world needs your kind of you...

Marion Rhines
Mar 7, 20253 min read


Teen Workshop: Journaling
This workshop demonstrated how journaling can be a beneficial tool in students’ daily lives to relieve stress, make themselves feel better, or even just keep track of their thoughts.

Marion Rhines
Aug 6, 20242 min read
Spending Time With Your Mom
Moms don’t need to have flowers or a fancy dinner, but they do need you.

Marion Rhines
May 10, 20243 min read
Follow Your Instincts
If your circumstances allow for calm reflection, be sure to use logic to balance out the instinct and make sound decisions. Instinct is meant to be a tool.

Marion Rhines
Mar 1, 20244 min read
Ready to Socialize!
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Marion Rhines
Jan 5, 20244 min read
Holiday Hype and Actual Christmas
When things go counter to what you want or expect, just inhale slowly and don’t take it to heart.

Marion Rhines
Dec 22, 20233 min read
Building Resilient Tennesseans
Resilience can be defined as the action and outcome of successfully dealing with and adapting to difficult life experiences.

Marion Rhines
Nov 1, 20232 min read
Getting What You Want From Your Money
Our oldest son thought that just because we had checks in the checkbook, we had money.

Marion Rhines
Oct 13, 20234 min read
Different Levels of Friendship
Humans are designed to want to fit in, to belong somewhere, and to have people care about them.

Marion Rhines
Sep 22, 20233 min read
A Different View of Boundaries
What is it about boundaries that often causes friction or discomfort in daily life?

Marion Rhines
Sep 15, 20233 min read
Before Disaster Strikes, Be Prepared!
Dangerous weather can appear suddenly, so you need to have a plan.

Marion Rhines
Aug 18, 20233 min read
Crying, Core Memories, and Children in Care
When children from hard places forget their “core memories,” they forget a bit of themselves.

Marion Rhines
Aug 11, 20233 min read
Learning to Say “No”
It’s more important to be able to stand up for yourself and your time than to always bend to other people’s will.

Marion Rhines
Aug 7, 20232 min read
The 3 Most Important Words to Tell Yourself
Self-forgiveness is an intrinsic part of self-healing.

Marion Rhines
Jul 31, 20233 min read
Ways to Develop a Winning Attitude
I have found it much easier to work with someone who may not have advanced skills but who has a positive attitude than to work with a highly skilled person who has a poor attitude.

Marion Rhines
Jul 14, 20233 min read
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