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The Road Between Baton Rouge and Belonging
Legacy isn’t built in boardrooms—it’s built in backseats, at kitchen tables, and on the long roads between who we were and who we’re becoming. As I drive toward Baton Rouge to visit family and a few of my own “legacy installers,” I’m reminded that honoring our roots strengthens how we lead.
Research from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business found that people who reflect on their legacy make more long-term, altruistic decisions—because legacy thinking shifts focus from
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2 days ago3 min read


When Leadership Looks Strong — But the Marriages Behind It Are Breaking
Even the strongest leaders can be silently breaking behind the success their organizations celebrate. Across ministries, associations, and executive teams, leadership couples are balancing thriving platforms with struggling marriages — and it’s costing more than anyone wants to admit.
In this Legacy Lesson, Candy Christophe — The Power Couple Coach™, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Addiction Counselor — exposes the hidden cost of unchecked leadership burnout an
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Oct 144 min read


When One Wants to Go-Go-Go… and the Other Just Wants to Stay Home
When one partner wants to go-go-go and the other loves peace at home, balance becomes sacred work. In this Legacy Lesson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and entrepreneur Candy Christophe shares how couples can honor differences, strengthen unity, and protect purpose. Learn how compromise becomes covenant—and join the Love & Leadership Reset™ Experience, November 3–7, 2025.
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Oct 74 min read


When Crisis Hits Home: Protecting Our Children and Preserving Our Legacy of Safety
When schools go into lockdown, fear spreads quickly—leaving parents, children, and entire communities shaken. In this blog, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and community leader Candy Christophe shares practical steps for parents to support their children after a crisis. Learn how to listen with compassion, restore a sense of safety at home, and recognize when professional help may be needed. More than just responding in the moment, Candy emphasizes how families and communitie
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Oct 12 min read


Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence: Protecting Your Family’s Legacy
Domestic violence is not just a private struggle—it’s a legacy issue that shapes families for generations. The generational impact on children is lasting, teaching distorted lessons about love and trust unless the cycle is broken. This October, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, programs like RISE Above Domestic Violence, led by Re-Entry Solutions and Christophe Counseling & Associates, are providing hope, healing, and tools to protect families and legacies.
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Sep 233 min read


When Business Success Costs the Marriage: Why You Need a Blueprint Before It’s Too Late
Too many power couples are winning in public but losing in private. Silent strain, money fights, and control don’t just hurt marriages—they threaten legacies. Business on the Legacy Ladder is more than a business guide—it’s a marriage blueprint. And through the RISE Program, we’re helping families break cycles of conflict and abuse. Success in business should never come at the expense of love and safety at home.
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Sep 162 min read


Don’t Just Build It, Blueprint It!
When Andre and I first started building our businesses, we thought passion alone would carry us through. But passion without a plan is like running on a treadmill—you’re moving, sweating, and exhausted, but you’re not going anywhere.
That’s when we discovered the power of a blueprint. A blueprint isn’t just about business—it’s about alignment, protection, and legacy. It keeps you and your spouse moving in the same direction, prevents burnout, and ensures what you build today
candy christophe
Sep 92 min read
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