Laura Shaw Allen

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Exploring The Choice Point, the 7 Positivity Keys, and what it means to stay connected to yourself when life does not slow down.

Holiday overwhelm and the intention you never set

Laura Shaw Allen

Published on: 07/11/2026

Holiday overwhelm is not a scheduling problem. It is what happens when no one chose what the season is for. What the Intention Key does differently.

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Imposter syndrome and the moment you step back

Laura Shaw Allen

Published on: 02/11/2026

Imposter syndrome is not proof you do not belong. It is a reflex that fires at the edge of being seen. What the doubt is telling you and what to do inside it.

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Hyper-independence and the help you never ask for

Laura Shaw Allen

Published on: 26/10/2026

Hyper-independence feels like strength. Often it is an old default firing before you notice the window is open. What the help you never ask for is telling you.

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Self-sabotage is a default, not a flaw

Laura Shaw Allen

Published on: 08/10/2026

Why do I self-sabotage? It is not a flaw in you. It is an old default firing before you notice the window is open. What the pattern is really telling you.

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