We all make mistakes, but how do you choose to view yours? We can either dwell on what we've done/should've done and let that hold us back, or we can use our experiences as an opportunity to grow.In this episode, I share my thoughts on why I choose to live without regrets and why being in tune with what YOU want can drastically change your mindset on regrets.New episode every #ThriveThursday!STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

In this episode, I share a personal story from my college years - a time in which I experienced a roller coaster of emotions and developed a stronger sense of self.I explain why I believe we must, more than anything, practice self-compassion and love ourselves - as opposed to depending on external validation to make us feel worthy. Over time, I've learned to appreciate my strengths and make use of them, instead of dwelling on what I "lack." From doing so, I've been much happier.If there's one thing you take away from this episode, I hope it's the reminder that:You are worthy. STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Here's your reminder that you are not your past. You are not that decision you made years ago or that experience that hurt you. You are so much more than that.You have the power to create the life you want NOW, despite what you've been through and who you were before. Realize that you are in control of your narrative moving forward.A few other topics covered in this week's episode include the importance of self-reflection, forgiveness, making friends with change, and letting go of limiting beliefs that may be holding you back.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

How often do you practice gratitude? Many of us easily get caught up in wanting more and we forget to appreciate the simple things in life. I truly believe that practicing gratitude attracts more abundance. It is hard to attract opportunities and positive energy into our lives if we aren't grateful for what we have and where are right now. I share a few personal experiences that, in the moment, were difficult for me, but I realized how much worse they could have been. For that alone, I feel grateful. We're all human and we struggle; but overall, we must train our minds to practice gratitude to keep us grounded at the end of the day.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

"I'll start when I have more free time, when I have more money, when I have more experience, when I'm older, when it's the perfect time..." It's so easy to make excuses and hold off on starting something. We often let our fears or the overwhelming feeling of taking action get in the way. In this episode, I explain why it is so important to at least take the first step towards what you want. That will make all the difference. Stop waiting for the "perfect time" and start living now.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Have you ever felt like everyone has it “figured out” but you? I get you and I’ve been there too, until I *very recently* realized that having it “figured out” is just an illusion. No one has it all figured out. In this episode, I touch on just that and on the concept of living your life for YOU - not with the intention of proving anything to others. STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Welcome to TRUST & THRIVE with Tara Mont, where I hope to inspire others to live their most authentic life. I truly believe that we must trust ourselves and be true to who we are before we can fully THRIVE.  I hope to explore the power of mindsets, personal reflection, and other topics that influence us in our every day lives.In this first episode, I discuss "destination syndrome" and the problem of longing for happiness in the future as opposed to living in the NOW. I also share my thoughts on why it is so important to be present in every moment of our lives. STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com