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JOURNAL OF ABUNDANCE

📓 Welcome to the Journal of Abundance

At Abundant Stories, we don’t just hold space for your story—we grow through ours, too. This isn’t your typical blog. It’s a living journal. A collection of reflections, lessons, and moments that shape us, stretch us, and sometimes surprise us.

These entries are written with intention—to remind you that your journey matters, your voice is valid, and growth doesn’t always look like a straight line.

This is where our stories meet yours. Let’s keep growing—together.

Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals - Part 3
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Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals - Part 3

“You’re not a visitor in this space—you’re a contributor.”

Landing your first role is a major milestone—but it’s only the beginning of your rising action. In Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals, we explore what it really means to transition from student to professional. From battling imposter syndrome to building relationships and advocating for yourself, this chapter of your career is about becoming—not performing. Learn how to stay grounded, keep learning, and shape your story with intention as you grow into the professional you're meant to be.

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Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals - Part 2
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Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals - Part 2

Your resume, cover letter, and interview aren’t just hoops to jump through—they’re storytelling stages. In Part 2 of Chart Your Career Story, we move from self-discovery to strategy, exploring how to translate your lived experiences into language that lands. Whether you’re highlighting your wins on paper or holding space in the interview room, every step is a chance to say, “Here’s who I am, here’s what I’ve learned, and here’s how I show up.” This chapter is about owning your voice, aligning your values, and sharing your truth—because your story isn’t just impressive. It’s unforgettable.

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Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals - Part 1
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Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals - Part 1

Excerpt from Chart Your Career Story: Coaching Tips for New Professionals – Part 1
When it comes to career clarity, don’t start with a job title—start with your story. This article invites new professionals to ask bold, honest questions about purpose, alignment, and what fulfillment truly means. “You don’t need a fancy title to be successful. You don’t need a perfect career path to feel fulfilled. But you do need clarity. You need alignment. And you need a ‘why’ that belongs to you.” From redefining what networking looks like to practicing “wisdom linking,” this is a guide for those who want to build careers rooted in authenticity, not obligation.

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Own Your First‑Gen Journey: Navigating College Admissions with Confidence
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Own Your First‑Gen Journey: Navigating College Admissions with Confidence

What if your college application told more than just your GPA and test scores? What if it told your story—your values, your growth, and where you're headed next?

This blog is a first-gen roadmap through the college admissions process, designed to help you connect the dots between your past, present, and future. From early milestones to crafting your personal statement, it walks you through how to stand out by being yourself—not someone you think admissions officers want to see.

As we say in the blog:
“You are not writing your wounds—you are writing your wisdom.”

Whether you're learning what a FAFSA is, figuring out what to share in your essay, or just trying to believe your story is enough—this post is for you.

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Personal Statements: You Don’t Owe Your Trauma to Admissions
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Personal Statements: You Don’t Owe Your Trauma to Admissions

We’re often told to “make it personal” when writing a personal statement—but for many of us, especially students of color and first-gen applicants, that becomes an unspoken demand: prove your worth through your pain. In this blog, I unpack the stories I was encouraged to tell, the ones I wish I hadn’t, and what I’ve learned after editing hundreds of personal statements over the years.

This isn’t just about writing—it’s about what we’re taught to believe is valuable. And it’s time we changed the narrative.

“You don’t need a tragic backstory to be accepted.
You don’t need to bare your soul to be worthy.
Write the story you’re proud of—not the one you think they want to hear.”

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Do You Really Need College? A Real Talk Reflection on Purpose, Paths & Possibility

Do You Really Need College? A Real Talk Reflection on Purpose, Paths & Possibility

We’ve been told college is the golden ticket to success. But what if that’s not your truth? What if the life you're building doesn't fit inside a degree plan?

In this post, we dig deep into the real questions:
What does your abundant future look like? Is college the right path—or just the expected one?

This isn't about shame or shortcuts—it’s about alignment, ownership, and designing your life on purpose.

If you're questioning the system, the structure, or your next step—you’re not behind. You're just beginning to write a different story.

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