John-Michael Jalonen

Biggest mistake I’ve ever made? Kissing my best friend.I’ve never been a relationship guy. Sure, I have Ellie—my best friend since middle school who’s been by my side through the good and the very bad—but with girls who aren’t Ellie? One date is...

Do you get caught up in your own thoughts?Do you find yourself stuck going through the same negative thought patterns, over and over again? Do you find It hard to keep these thoughts at bay, because your mind is too busy reeling during the day to keep...

I’m SO NOT over her sexy mouth. Too bad she has enough defiance in her to hate my guts.Never, EVER go into business with the woman whose heart you shattered. I’ve lost my ever-loving mind!I fell for Aedon Thatcher years ago, the moment I laid eyes on...

Are you one of those people who are always distracted or unable to work effectively?Or maybe, you’re the multitasking type? Do you need to get your focus into check, to make sure you are as successful as you can be?If so, keep reading!Today, it is...

A marketing influencer is someone who is somewhat famous through the online space of the internet that promotes your services/products. Essentially, you’re targeting your marketing efforts toward a well-known person, versus a target audience.This book...

He says he’s my friend, but I can’t shake this feeling something's not quite right…..Doubt. Confusion. Bewilderment. Unhappiness. That’s what they do best. These dark, devious, deceptive personalities who prey on those they believe to be weak. The...

Discover How Powerful Manipulators Use Basic Human Emotions to Control AnyoneHumans are emotional beings. Emotions have the power to move us into actions. But what if manipulators use these emotions to control our actions, behavior, and entire...

I love her. I always have. But is telling her the truth worth ruining our friendship?I met Ana on the playground when we were kids. She kicked me down the slide because I was scared and took too long. I fell in love with her on the spot. No matter...

It’s pretty hard to stay away from her when she moves in right next door…I’m the jokester of the group. I always have that one-liner that lightens the mood, even in the darkest of moments. It's just who I am. I lost my wife eleven years ago when I was...

Are you looking for a new hobby?Maybe something for some fun, or maybe a new home-business prospect? Are you sick of purchasing soaps without feeling confident in the ingredients or the company? Maybe you need a new idea for gift-giving?If any of this...

People dream of being stranded in paradise… until it happens for real.You know those dumb quizzes on social media that tell you to pick the one person you wouldn’t mind being stuck on a deserted island with? Well, a few months ago, I would have said...

"I define a leader as anyone who takes responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes, and who has the courage to develop that potential" – Brené BrownSummary of Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts by Brené...

"No matter where you go, there's a five-hundred-pound load of shit waiting for you. And that's perfectly fine. The point isn't to get away from the shit. The point is to find the shit you enjoy dealing with." – Mark MansonSummary of The Subtle Art of...

Development of better communication skills can be advantageous in various aspects of a person’s life. It has the potential to help a person to develop a good professional career, good social reputation, and improve one related to his or her family....

I thought she was brave for going on her honeymoon alone. I just didn’t think I’d wind up joining her.I've been known to jump headfirst into adventure without thinking about the consequences, but pretending to be married? That was never on my...