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- The Wisdom - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2008 from Keith BrayAs a part of each day, I start with the “Serenity Prayer” to get a focus for the day. This has become an ingrained daily habit, but as can happen, sometimes we don’t pay attention to things we do so frequently. Today, from Hazelden, I received a great reminder, and it was ...
Views: 943 - Coping with Families - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from Keith BraySome universal truths I have learned in my own process of life recovery and in working with hundreds of others. "Family" is an issue I hear about almost everyday, and deal with directly on many occasions in my own life. As today is a statutory holiday here in Ontario-"Family Day",- it is a very ...
Views: 941 - Your Coach, Your Recovery, Your Option - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2008 from Keith BrayUsing a Life Coach for Addiction Recovery A dream is just a dream. A goal is a dream with a plan and deadline behind it. As I went through a major process to determine what I wanted to focus on for the rest of my life, the answer finally came to me: Helping others. Specifically, coaching ...
Views: 941 - Step 1: The Mirror Told Me So - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2009 from Keith BraySTEP 1/Twelve Steps Each year I like to run through the 12 steps as written in the book Alcoholics Anonymous. These steps were an adaptation of many works before them, and are a universal truth for all people who want to enjoy good mental Hygiene and an abundant life. They have been adopted by ...
Views: 920 - What Is Life Coaching?(The Key To A Big Life) - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Keith BraySo You Want the “Big Life”? Getting it through coaching Written by Gary Glasscock and Keith Bray Whether it is in life, sports, fitness, career, relationships, health, or executive performance, more and more people are turning to personal coaches to help them achieve goals they set ...
Views: 913(1 vote) - Are Your Roots Deep? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2009 from Keith BrayFortunate are the people whose roots are deep. --Agnes Meyer Co-Creative Life Recovery is a program of action and change. It has a spiritual (not religious) component as part of a holistic approach to getting the life YOU want. It is a process that is taught and requires commitment and work. It ...
Views: 908 - Do You Believe in Yourself? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Keith BrayDo you believe in yourself? "We cannot rise higher than our thought of ourselves." -- Orison Swett Marden Each week I receive an idea generator from my coaching mentor, Dr. Randin Brons. Seldom does Randin send something that does not provoke thought within me and usually it takes me back ...
Views: 907(2 votes) - Live And Let Live - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Keith BrayA good reminder for me. I started on the journey to get a life back that had fullness, happiness, hope and serenity. I worked very hard at that process, have had a spiritual awakening, and benefited from the advice of professionals and peers who had walked before me. I wanted what I perceived ...
Views: 906 - Fear - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2008 from Keith BrayFour little letters, but an emotion that plays havoc on so many of us. Have you ever really sat and thought about how much “Fear” has impacted your life. For those who have experienced going through “The Creative Theory of Life Recovery”, they are always surprised to ...
Views: 902 - Brightening One Day-Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on May 16, 2008 from Keith BrayIt’s always interesting to see what a difference 24 hours can make, even two hours. I am a life transformation coach, coach based on many of the principles Eckhart Tolle put forth in A New Earth, I have a strong spiritual foundation, have helped many others, have been addiction free for a ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Serenity and the Squirrel Cage - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Keith BrayWhen I started by own personal journey to recover a life I really wanted, and a life free from addictions, I longed for serenity. I felt the squirrels were constantly running lose in the cage I call my head. They gave me no peace. Today, they are still there at times, but on an ever increasing ...
Views: 883 - HAD NO CHOICE! - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Keith BrayHAD NO CHOICE! When I was being made as a person and if I had been able to pick my attributes, I would not have chosen addictions and the effects of addictions, to be part of my life. That being said, addictions and abuse did impact on my life. This not very unique. About 10% of the ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - Finding Balance - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Keith BrayFor some reason, finding balance is a theme that has resonated deep within this week, and I’m not sure why. The past 2 weeks have seen our local 12 step community bury 2 members. Both too young, both at the time of death back using their substance of choice. In listening to comments, both ...
Views: 871 - Powerless. Who Me? - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Keith BrayPOWERLESS. WHO ME? I’ve got a friend going for wedding #3 tomorrow, I’m best(questionable) man, and pre-wedding golf game. Thus an early post! It’s been a day to really think about powerlessness. Years ago, I came to realize that I was powerless over my addictions, and my ...
Views: 870 - Insanity-Awakening-Recovery - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from Keith BrayWith a smile on my face, I say, “will restore us to sanity”! It’s Sunday, and for the second day in a row, I headed to the golf course with anticipation. For the second day in a row, it began to rain part way through the golf game. For the second day in a row, I finished the ...
Views: 868(1 vote) - Co-Creative Process Dreams - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2009 from Keith BrayWe are all blessed with two minds; one conscious that we react to and are aware of, the other, subconscious; a place where dreams dwell. A place of untapped possibilities. Just like high performing athletes, entertainers and business leaders, all of us can use coaching to take us to the ...
Views: 867(1 vote) - Differences- Sponser/Coach - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2008 from Keith BrayDifferences:Sponsor / Coach Twelve Differences between your Sponsor and your Coach: As I chose coaching as my profession, and shared with others that I’d look at working with addicted people and those affected by addiction as a niche within my practise, some who have the honesty to be up ...
Views: 861 - Personal Growth - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Keith BrayPersonal Power "We are no longer puppets being manipulated by outside powerful forces; we become the powerful force ourselves." -- Leo Buscagli In making dramatic change in our life, is there really not just one thing we are seeking? Personal Power? Ther came a time in my life that I realised I ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - ASS/U/ME - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2008 from Keith BrayThis is one I’ve wanted to do for a while. I’m just back from my favorite Saturday morning meeting, and it is always a great reminder of where I was, and what has changed! I am eternally grateful. It stops me from taking things for granted, from assuming! Even though I have been on a ...
Views: 860 - That God Thing - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2009 from Keith BrayAs I reflect on the week that was, I can’t help but remember how many times a fear of god and not understanding spirituality came up. My own belief is that to have any real contented success in life, you need a “spiritual”, not necessarily a religious, foundation. Why do many ...
Views: 857 - Are You Hooked Like a Bass? - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Keith BrayTechnology Addiction? Tomorrows Pot? There is no doubt that during the later part of my life, technology in communications has exploded. Is it good or bad, and how many are becoming addicted? I’ve certainly had some comments about this on the Big Life web site in my Free From Addictions ...
Views: 850 - Getting it Up! - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Keith BrayAlways good to read something from Norman Vincent Peale, the king of positive thinkers! I know a ton of people in my life who can find a negative in almost anything, they are the "king" of BUTS. Yes, But. Heard the phrase? I've been in that space also. Normal (what's "normie"-seperate ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - CHANGE? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2009 from Keith BrayCHANGE THROUGH COACHING What I said never changed anybody; what they understood did. --Paul. P. To often in my role as a life coach, potential sponsor or mentor, I run across people who think I can change them. Craziness as the above quote states. The only person I can change is I, and ...
Views: 846(2 votes) - CHOOSING HOPE OVER FEAR - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2009 from Keith BrayChoosing Hope Over Fear What a great topic for the times we're in. I received a piece of this blog from the head hunting business and as you can see, received it earlier in 2009. When I got the courage to do what I had felt was my life purpose, I picked a company name that reflected what I had ...
Views: 846 - Need Someone to Just Listen? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Keith BrayAs I started on the process of life recovery, I felt that there was no one there who would really listen to me and actually hear me. Today I realise there are a few people who do listen to me and hear me; and this includes my wife and a few “skilled” others. Listening is a learned skill that ...
Views: 841(1 vote) - Paradox In The Journey - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2008 from Keith BrayFor the last 14 plus years I have been on a journey. I had hit a wall in life, in particular the life I was living inside myself. The outside world may have thought things were OK. I had a home, 2 cars, the bills were paid and my consulting company was doing fine from a financial ...
Views: 841 - Are Written Goals Important? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Keith BrayTo me, the simple answer to this question is yes. The complex answer, another yes! In both my recovery to a more abundant and joyous life, and my reaching fulfilling work (and golf results), goal setting is a key. If I don’t have targets, write them down, and measure against them, how will ...
Views: 840 - Do You Have Any Idea Where You're Going??/Life Direction - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Keith BrayDo You Have Any Idea Where You’re Going??/Life Direction The above question can be found as part of a collage of questions on a bill board in Dallas. They are questions from God. Upon seeing this, it made me reflect. There was a time that I had no idea of where I was going. Then as they ...
Views: 832 - Balance-Have You Got It? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from Keith BrayFrom post at www.hopeserenity.ca I got up early this morning, and while taking my quiet time, the word BALANCE kept playing through my head. I have the privledge of coaching several people and helping them to articulate and move towards goals in various parts of their lives. As well, I do a ...
Views: 831 - Like To Be In Control? - BigLife.ws - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Keith BrayWhen we live with fear and a lack of self confidence, we need to be in control. Do you see the need to control people, places and things in yourself? Daily, I use the serenity prayer, and on some days, with great frequency. In my professional life, it is easy to slip in to this mode and to be ...
Views: 831 - Be Open to the Moment - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Keith BrayThe last couple of weeks, being knocked flat by an infection bug, have certainly given me time to reflect on some real core issues. One great reminder has been the importance of the moment and keeping my mind open to the “potential” of NOW. Within now are answers. "Why not concentrate on the ...
Views: 829(1 vote) - The Face In The Mirror - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Keith BrayI like others, can be sensitive to what others say, and what I perceive they think, about me? Can anyone relate? I have a very deep faith that the higher power in my life exists within (as well as outside) me. As I go through my journey, and with the beliefs I have, I must be mindful that ...
Views: 828 - Patience. What Is It? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2008 from Keith BrayPatience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet. --Lida Clarkson We all want life to unfold according to our plan. After all, we are certain we know what's best for us. But hindsight quickly reminds us that few, if any, of us had included recovery in a Twelve Step program as part of our life's plan. ...
Views: 820 - Resentments: Got Any? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Keith BrayWith the emotions that go along with Christmas, the topic of resentments is a good one. For many years in my not too distant past, I came out of the Christmas season with some pretty good resentment. They didn’t appreciate; I didn’t get; she said; they should have; they did….. ...
Views: 816 - Someone Gave Me A Compass - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Keith BraySomeone Gave Me A Compass Early in my journey, someone gave me a compass. What the heck is this about I wondered? One of the great discoveries I have made as I get stronger on the journey, the divine spirit I know is there trusts me enough to give me freedom of choice. This spirit is also the ...
Views: 816 - Insanity? Restored to? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Keith BrayInsanity? Restored to? I think we all go through rollercoaster rides. Even though I’ve been on the recovery journey for a while, things happen, we face stress, and even though we try to turn it over, a black cloud appears! This isn’t the first one I’ve had, nor will it be the ...
Views: 815 - Simplicity - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Keith BrayThere is an old expression that rings true so often. “I could complicate the Lord’s Prayer”. Not withstanding that the Lord’s Prayer is a complicated document, I think we all know the intended thought behind complicating it. Often wonder how nice it would be to walk the ...
Views: 813 - Gift of Life Recovery - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Keith BrayA week ago, I was facing surgery for the first time since I underwent a psychic change through the process of recovery. Lets be honest, the surgery was not life threatening although what was being corrected caused constant pain. I was not thrilled by the thought of someone cutting my groin area, ...
Views: 811(1 vote) - Why I'm Here - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Keith BrayWhy I'm Here * View * Edit Posted September 23rd, 2008 by Keith First and foremost, I'm here to attract clients. I am a life coach who has helped clients to achieve the results they want, and have also helped others to create a life journey that is free from the effects of ...
Views: 810 - Relationships - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Keith BrayWith “Mother’s Day” just past, what a better a topic to think about than relationships? They have such a huge impact on every facet of life. My relationship (like many men) with my mother was a troubled one. I was the victim of abuse, and did not feel safe or like I belonged as a child. My ...
Views: 809(1 vote) - Your Own Hero? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from Keith BrayCan You Relate? You are the hero of your life. This statement is the foundation behind my journey and a new life (now 14 years and counting) and the true fundamental principal that drives my coaching practice. YOU MUST BE THE HERO OF YOUR OWN LIFE. Coaching can help you find that hero! Each of ...
Views: 808 - H.O.W.? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2008 from Keith BrayMan, I enjoy Thursdays. Sometimes the simple gems I hear or am reminded of resonate so strongly in me. The acronym “HOW” falls into this category. The world is filled with insanity, and most of the time insanity as a part of life (my definition-repeated behavior expecting a different ...
Views: 805 - Procrastination-Summer Is Over - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Keith BrayHard to believe, what we consider summer is over. School is back in, traffic is back to insane, and they days are definitely getting shorter. Seeing September 2 pop up in my calendar is shocking. There are so many things I had said to myself I would do over the summer, and of course, a lot of ...
Views: 804 - Seeing The Past - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Keith Bray-flashback to my 20’s, it’s not me today I went to a concert over the weekend to see Credence Clearwater Revival, or what’s left of the group. The music was great, it really was good old rock and roll, but the feelings were funny! There was a lot of gray hair in the crowd, ...
Views: 793 - Why Am I...? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2009 from Keith BrayA Moment of Clarity Ever have occurrences and thoughts in your life that seem to come out of nowhere, then reoccur over a period of time? I have been going through just that over the past few weeks. In my line of work, I see many people struggling to get a new life and grow in a new direction. ...
Views: 790(1 vote) - Thanksgiving - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Keith BrayHere in Canada, we are starting our Thanksgiving weekend. While timing is great to get a long weekend, the name thanksgiving means so much more to me than three days were the work world shuts down; it brings gratitude to the forefront! Around me the trees are changing color. The reds in some of ...
Views: 786 - Reflection And A Hard Head - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Keith BrayWhat a good weekend, but a great reminder that kids are for the young, and I don’t get smarter about some things with age. It was great to spend the time at my youngest daughters and in the company of a terrific son-in-law. All three of the grand kids were there, the oldest finishing off a ...
Views: 784 - And Who Heals Me? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Keith BrayAnd Who Heals Me? Over a year ago, I went on a journey to look at some real fuzzy philosophical questions. “Who Am I?”was dealt with years ago, but “What Is My Purpose?” remained vague. I went on a real journey to discover what it is about past employment that I loved ...
Views: 780 - You Want The Big Life? - by Submitted on May 12, 2008 from Keith BraySo You Want the Big Life???? Getting it through coaching Written by Gary Glasscock and Keith Bray Whether it is in life, sports, fitness, career, relationships, health, or executive performance, more and more people are turning to personal coaches to help them achieve goals they set for ...
Views: 780(1 vote) - Do You Understand Coaching And The Benefits To You? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Keith BrayDo You Understand Coaching and The Benefits To You? - A review for me too, and why I know it’s my life purpose. Man, life has been busy and with the different holidays, a little confused over the last few weeks. Days go by, and I wonder where time goes, and sometimes I am guilty of losing ...
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