January 2025

Shara Smile, LLC Newsletter January 2025

Happy New Year!

A little ABC poem to start your NEW YEAR off right (author unknown, some adaptations made)

Avoid negative sources, people, places and habits.

Believe in yourself.

Consider things from several perspectives.

Don’t give up.

Enjoy life today, yesterday is gone and tomorrow may never come.

Family and friends are hidden treasures. Seek them and enjoy their riches.

Give abundantly, with healthy boundaries, of course!

Hang on to your dreams!

Ignore those who try to discourage you!

Just do it!

Keep on trying. No matter how hard it seems, it will get easier.

Love yourself first and foremost!

Make it happen.

Never lie, cheat, or steal. Always strike a fair deal.

Open your eyes, and see things as they really are.

Practice makes perfect.

Quitters never win, winners never quit.

Read, study, learn about important things in your life.

Stop letting others have the power.

Take control when possible.

Understand yourself first in order to understand others.

Visualize it!

Want it first, then go for it!

“Xccellerate” your efforts.

You are unique! Nothing can replace you!

Zero in on your target!

Blessings to you and yours in 2025!

While you’re out there, if you can… Share a smile!

Shara Carter

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CHECK IT OUT!

It 's ok that you 're not ok by megan devine

Grief is love in its most wild and painful form,” says Megan Devine in It’s OK That You’re Not OK. This heartfelt guide reshapes how we view loss, offering compassionate insights and practical tools to honor grief, rather than “fix” it. A must-read for anyone navigating grief or supporting others through it.

Lori gottlieb wrote maybe you should talk to someone

In Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, therapist Lori Gottlieb takes readers on a heartfelt and humorous journey through the intertwined stories of her patients and her own therapy. With candor and insight, she reveals what it means to be human—full of love, loss, hope, and the power to change.

REST, REJUVENATE, and RELATE

It’s my hope to help you connect with your family, your body, and your community!

As the new year begins, find some time to REST, REJUVENATE, and RELATE with friends, family and your community through unforgettable local experiences.

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Need a winter escape? Marshmallow Hikes at Owl's Hill offer a chance to reconnect with nature, enjoy peaceful trails, and warm up by the fire with hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows. It's the perfect way to rest, rejuvenate, and relate with loved ones (or yourself!).

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Escape the winter chill and immerse yourself in the beauty of music at Cheekwood's Winter Concert Series. Relax, recharge, and tap into your senses with a delightful performance by the Music City Latin Orchestra and more!

Professional Review

Shara is one of the most genuine and caring people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. From the day we met, I knew that she was a person I wanted to learn from in order to grow because of her total dedication to serving people and the way she models the strategies that she teaches. Her work is more than a job for her; it is her calling in life. It is something that she takes very seriously and demonstrates a passion for daily.

Shara's calm and friendly demeanor put me at ease immediately and her ability to engage made me feel connected and supported. Every time I meet with her I feel heard and I am very grateful for the positive impact she has had on my life.

- Shannon Nedds

Shara Smile Update!

I'm thrilled to be a part of the RunCommunity Movie, a powerful documentary that explores the profound impact of community on our lives. This film features over 30 inspiring individuals who share their personal journeys, revealing how running and the support of their community have transformed their mental and physical well-being.

Directed by AJ Johnson in his documentary debut, RunCommunity Movie offers a unique perspective on the power of connection and the positive changes that can happen when we come together. Don't miss this one-night-only event at The Franklin Theatre on January 11th. Get your tickets now and be part of a truly moving experience