Archive for January, 2009
Health and Fitness
Posted by: | CommentsCome join me in getting in shape over the next six weeks. Monday I will be starting Valerie Waters Diamond Club and you can follow my progress with this amazing Fitness Coach at http://www.shelleeland.com
I believe that nothing in life is worth more than our own health and fitness and that is why I chose one of the best programs I know of to take me on the journey to getting fit in 2009.
All the people who make you who you are…
Posted by: | CommentsHave you ever thought of the many people who had a part in making you who you are today. Favorite teachers, your parents, your children or grandchildren, a neighbor, or mentor at work… So many lifepaths intertwine, and our interactions with these people make us who we are. The faces may not all be recognizable, but they all play a role.
Recently, as I pulled up to a drive-thru Starbucks, I leaned out the window to hand the cashier some money only to learn that the person ahead of me had paid for my coffee. This person, who I am certain I did not know, is one of the unknown faces who influenced who I am today, and his or her actions also affect the people I have shared the same experience with since that day.
I believe it is important to honor those that made us who we are and celebrate the fact that they came into our lives. Not all of these people did great things, but we learned even from those who brought drama and negative experiences. The lessons from even the “bad” stuff helped us learn.
I like to celebrate my birthday by honoring all the people who made me who I am, and gave me the knowledge and experience to help others. I respect the many teachers who captivated me and fostered my skills of observation and critical thinking. Thanks to them, I am capable of quickly connecting dots and referencing probabilities, which made my suggestions highly probable solutions. I also respect those who taught me not to jump to conclusions and to be a patient listener and allow others to make mistakes so they too can grow. All of these people, I honor and I treasure the lessons they gave me.
You may want to reflect back on your own life and find a way to honor the gifts others gave you. I highly recommend you do so. Complete your intentions and follow through with action towards your goals.
When Life Throws You a Curve Ball
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Not all things are predictable, nor are we prepared for everything that arrives in our life. When thrown a curve ball in life it is important to gather the facts and consider your options before responding. Moving away from the emotional response is key to making a good decision when you have to deal with an unexpected circumstance.
When your life is in order, you are less likely to be thrown off balance by events out of your control. It is much easier to handle hurdles when you have been taking care of business along the way.
If you encounter a catastrophic event, having a close support system in place will be beneficial. Whether it be a personal or a professional setback, the right people and resources will give you strength when you are weakened.
The Curve Ball Notebook:
Keep a notebook handy with the all the important information in your life including the names and phone numbers of those you may need to contact in an emergency. Consolidating this information in one handy place will reducing the stress and time it takes to gather it in the midst of a crisis. No one wants to spend time looking for a phone or account number while they are emotionally distraught. Take time to organize important documents properly.
The key to surviving uncertainty is preparation and a strong social support network.
One small sacrifice may be all you need.
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Have you written intentions, focused on your goals, tried doing everything and you still have not had success? It may be just one small sacrifice standing in your way. Sometimes you have to give up one thing to get another.
For instance, if you want a clean house you can start getting rid of things you really don’t need anymore. If you want to get in shape, make it a priority to fit in a workout. Want to win that deal at work? Educate yourself on the competition. Want more energy? Stop eating foods that drag you down.
Your strategies for achieving your goal may just need a final tweak to fit in the energy and time it takes to make it happen.
What to sacrifice and when?
The choices we need to make for real change to happen in our lives are important. Think carefully about the options and choose your sacrifices with conviction. And be prepared to make them. Sometimes, those who want it all, crumble when they are unwilling to choose, and they can lose it all. If you want to build a strong foundation, making important sacrifices along the road will make your life rewarding and solid.
How do you know the time is right? When you ask yourself, “Is this worth it?,” you are on your way. Giving something up to make something happen is not easy, but may be necessary and it could be the smallest sacrifice that brings you the biggest rewards.
