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Do you often wonder where your day has gone? Does your "To Do" list frequently have as many or MORE items on it at the end of the day than it did at the start? Do you feel overwhelmed and stress is becoming a familiar companion? If this sounds like you recently, putting some time management ... Views: 2010
I was coaching a client yesterday who was feeling terribly off center due to some family circumstances that caused her to feel very guilty. She's got an ill mother, is starting a new career, and is trying to find balance. She felt like everybody thought she was a bad daughter for not immediately ... Views: 1025
Just a reminder: you are not responsible for other people's feelings. Or for fixing other people. Or for making sure they live their best lives. Or making them happy. Those things are their job. We are all responsible for ourselves, people!
I suffer from this disease just like most (okay, ... Views: 1144
I always thought it would be cool to have the super powers to look in to a crystal ball and see my future. As I grew up I was educated that there was no such thing as a crystal ball. Now I believe there is a way to see into my future.
Anything I can see in my imagination can become my ... Views: 1375
The following is a list of things I'd like to get done, preferably in the next 16 to 22 minutes:
* Read the growing pile of extremely interesting-looking books that is currently residing on the floor next to my couch (including The Power of Now, A New Earth, The Conscious Heart, The ... Views: 1114
In the journey of personal mastery it is important to recognize and own the very core “powers” or functions of your mind-body system. It is important to recognize and own your “Power Zone”. When you do this, you establish the foundation for your personal empowerment, responsibility, and ... Views: 1500
When you build a business based on what feels good to you, it’s a guarantee for profits and fulfillment. But what happens when there is a tug-of-war between what feels good and what you’re supposed to do in business?
It can feel very scary to do what feels good. It may seem selfish, ... Views: 1874
Each of us believes that the basis of our dreams, our desires and expectations are unique and different from anyone else. But are they really? Our dreams may differ, much as our desires and what we expect to achieve in our lives; however, there is a common denominator that lives in each of us, ... Views: 2247
What’s your Life Training? In life people have conflicting views and predisposition. One might be a pessimist, a cynic, a realist, an idealist. They can look at the land of milk and honey and see only calories and cholesterol. Gloom and dread with an air of indifference often wreck havoc to ... Views: 876
I know I shouldn't be surprised.
It makes perfect sense when you think about it.
Yet I can't help being surprised and thrilled when I get the message, for the umpteenth time, that when you're connected to Source, when you're plugged in to your Guidance, there's always MORE and MORE and ... Views: 2007
"I have an everyday religion that works for me. Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line."
--Lucile Ball, 1911-1989, Comedienne and Actress
We all heard the saying a million times before---“When you take care of yourself first, you will then be better able to take care of, ... Views: 2372
Confidence is a Tangible Asset Worth its Price
We face some challenge. We mentally list what our resources are to deal with it. 'I have the time. I have the money. I have the skill.' we say to ourselves, listing our ammo. Confidence does not show up as one of those tangible assets in our ... Views: 2795
Feeling down in the dumps now that the holidays are over? If you're hoping for something uplifting on these dreary days and cold nights, you're not alone. T.S. Eliot, in The Waste Land, said, "April is the cruelest month." But studies have found that for the majority of Americans, January is the ... Views: 4079
It seems as if the more you try to run away from something, the more that thing becomes pervalent in your life experience.
It seems ironic that when we resort to resisting something, it simply comes back at us in different ways, and manifests into our lives even more. Basically, if you're ... Views: 1602
At such a young age we begin to seek out approval from others. It begins as toddlers looking to our parents for approval, as adolescents it's our friends, and once we enter the working world it's all of the above in addition to our boss and colleagues. It seems we are constantly seeking out the ... Views: 1869
It is said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. If you don't plan to do things differently, no amount of goal setting will help you achieve what you haven't been achieving up to now. Something has to change.
For many ... Views: 1495
In all the years I have been working with coaches, I’m amazed at how many of them believe it’s too hard to coach, have a business and be continually developing new material and they question whether they have what it takes to be successful.
It breaks my heart because most of these folks are ... Views: 1380
Many times, especially when first learning about the law of attraction, we are told something along the lines of "just meditate, visualize, and feel good and everything you want will just fall out of the sky!" Well let me tell you as someone naive enough to have believed that it is not true. Yes ... Views: 2168
I read somewhere that women will spend on average 8 years of their life shopping! It was something like 25,000 hours over the course of a 63-year life span.
For someone who is more like a shop-a-phobic than a shop-a-holic, this is a staggering concept to me. One out of 20 women cannot ... Views: 1480
As this country is turning more and more to collectivism (where you are part of a group, that has no rights, and that you must sacrifice for others) or are you part of a smaller group fighting to be a individual and staying true to yourself.
If you are fighting to stay an individual, I ... Views: 2006
Sometimes I'm not sure which is more difficult: attracting an available, compatible lover, or dealing with the difficulties of staying on the path of persisting love.
Here lies the problem. Let me explain. The world is designed on a physical level to manifest more experiences into your life ... Views: 1861
If you're like me, you're almost always on the go. Whether you're juggling projects at work, balancing your personal and professional lives, or being there for the people you love, your available time may constantly be stretched to the limits. When was the last time you really took some time ... Views: 1053
With the crisp mornings and even cooler evenings here in New England, it seems we are fast approaching the end of another year.
The leaves have changed colors. The sky has taken on its winter hue. The frenzy of the holidays are fast approaching with just a few more weeks until the beginning ... Views: 1930
You are more likely to get what you want out of life if you ask for it rather than expect others to read your mind. When you ask for 100% of what you want, you put the ball in the other person’s court. You would be surprised how many people have trouble saying “no”.
Some employees are ... Views: 1311
How do you perceive life?
By Pierre Ah-Fat, MBA, Transformation Coach
The story of the two frogs
Two frogs fell in a small well. They both started asking themselves what they should now do. One said: ‘Let us try to climb and get out of this well. We shall then be free to see the world.’ ... Views: 2628
What does aligning energy even mean? And How do I do it?
I keep in mind I initial heard the phraseology "energetic equivalent" numerous years ago and couldn't really figure out what the speaker meant. I by no means ended up discovering out what the idea meant mainly because I thought ... Views: 1123
It's an issue that crops up for people at every stage of life and can be improved for anyone, regardless of age. It is called our self esteem and can take a battering without warning. I'll help you to understand and increase your self esteem so that your internal 'bank account' of self esteem ... Views: 1409
Early in my career I found myself being involved in countless situations that resulted in misunderstandings. My natural reaction was to blame others, rather than accept responsibility. I used to think it was the other person’s fault if he or she did not understand something or explain ... Views: 2635
How do you really know if you are following your soul’s calling or with your soul mate? Well, I just received an e-mail from an ecstatic ex client, who just announced that she had finally found her soul mate. Is there anything more liberating than being able to be your true self in a ... Views: 1850
At the age of 15, I gave my grandma a plaque I had made for her that read, “We are what we make ourselves.” When I was 22, I wanted to start a business called The Listening Post. I didn’t start that business then because I didn’t think anyone would believe that a 22-year-old wanted to listen ... Views: 723
I'm all about breaking stereotypes and reducing stigma. I've often run into many of these in my line of business. As a therapist working with some of the most vulnerable and stigmatized people in society I feel an obligation to debunk stereotypes that have held people back from seeking help ... Views: 1326
How and what do you feel when a writer shares an insight or technique that creates a desired shift for you at the inner and/or outer level? Exactly!
You’re reading this now, which means you have a desire to provide a similar experience for others through your unique offering: articles, ... Views: 1580
Do you ever wonder as I did why some children thrive in life are well behaved and are more successful than others?
Have you ever wondered why?
While working within childcare for 30 years I became intrigued as to why children behaved the way they did. I wanted to understand more and work ... Views: 2693
I feel like I talk about this all the time and today I wanted to give you some more specific steps for getting to that really juicy clarity that I want you to have. Since you attract what you put your focus on, the more clearly you can envision what you want, the more focused your energy can be. ... Views: 1533
I feel like I talk about this all the time and today I wanted to give you some more specific steps for getting to that really juicy clarity that I want you to have. Since you attract what you put your focus on, the more clearly you can envision what you want, the more focused your energy can be. ... Views: 1533
You’ve been exposed to the concept that “everything is energy” and you’ve been told we live in a “vibrational universe”. You’ve been introduced to the Law of Attraction and that to attract what you desire; you need to be in vibrational alignment with your desire. Sure, easy as pie, right? ... Views: 6990
Have you ever thought about how the way we’re taught to measure worth and self-worth is similar to how we got tests graded in school? There is an interesting parallel.
The school grades you received for tests measured, in a limited fashion: how well you took tests (often designed to be ... Views: 1636
Making the most of life means different things to different people. To determine what it means to you, you may want to do some soul-searching. Once you discover what you really desire, you can move toward it and find meaning in the process. Click to Tweet .
Helping others is an effective way ... Views: 2332
I love interacting with positive people. The energy they emit is like fuel for the inspirational fire to those around them.
Years ago, in an early post-college job, I overheard an older co-worker ask another much younger associate why he was always in a good mood. Even today, the answer still ... Views: 3336
New clothes… check.
School supplies… check.
New shoes… check.
It’s that time again! Some kids are nervous, others are excited and just about every parent is ecstatic because it feels so good to get back to a schedule, have some alone time and above all know where your kids are, that they ... Views: 1438
Coaching for Growth
Have you ever felt that you could be so much more, achieve so much more? That if you really commit to your dreams and gave it your all, it could actually become reality? Maybe you feel this deep down, but with all the pressures and daily demands, you seem unable to ... Views: 1126
With January behind us and Valentine’s day fast approaching, a lot of people are starting to feel the sometimes inescapable pressure that comes with being single at this time of the year.
And whilst many singletons take it in their stride, professing to be single by choice and celebrating ... Views: 1977
7 billion of us on Earth, and yet so many people feel so alone. With more avenues than ever to connect with each other, quicker than ever before, many people find it harder than ever. We can Skype, twit and poke people on the other side of the globe. So far, yet so close. So close, yet so far. ... Views: 2084
Studies have shown that most normal humans only have the ability to access ten percent of our brain's functioning. That is to say, every conscious thought that comes into your awareness, every conscious endeavor you put your mind to, all of this encompasses only a relatively small portion of ... Views: 1178
Are you ready...
...To step into your greatness?
Are you living your purpose full out? Are you connecting with and expressing your desires?
Your Soul Purpose is a key aspect of your Greatness. And it is the area of your greatest potential, fulfillment and impact.
Desire is also a ... Views: 935
Life coaching? As if your life needs a coach?
I would be the first to admit that the term life coach is a pretty loaded term that might even sound a bit spacious and pretentious to some. Perhaps personal development coaching is a better term for what life coaching or personal coaching is ... Views: 801
When coaching clients, my focus is to help them get from where they are to where they want to be in the quickest and most enjoyable way.
But no matter what challenges they present me with, most of the time, it all boils down to a lack of confidence and self-belief.
People want to feel ... Views: 2094
HOW MUCH ACTION ARE YOU REALLY WILLING TO TAKE?
How happy are you with your life? Are you tired, wish you had a better job, relationship, more energy, a fitter body or improved relationships with friends and family? Do you want to feel more relaxed, happy and successful?
Do you spend your ... Views: 1363
It might seem like common sense, but to most people it's almost too simple to accept; you are what you think, what you feel, and what has happened to you, and this does not always give you room for much conscious choice.
Almost every normal person goes about their day on relative cruise ... Views: 5814
I always wanted a tattoo growing up. I thought they were so cool. Of course my mother forbade me until I was 18 and "out from under her roof". I wound up waiting until I was 34 and my sister Missy and I went together to get them. We had both put a lot of thought into what we wanted, knowing it ... Views: 1198