It used to be that when I made a phone call with a request, no matter how simple or how important I would get told: “I’m sorry, I can’t hear you”. Somehow my voice would drop to such a level that it was barely audible. You can imagine then what it is like when I tried to delegate a task! Couple this … [Read more...]
From my first coach, I learned how to thoroughly enjoy my own space. I am a homebody and I love home! Home is a place where I can regroup and nurture myself after being out in the world, where I can do what I need to do and chill out as well! Knowing this is true for me you might wonder then - how … [Read more...]
What an interesting week it’s been as I ponder this thought! Here’s what’s come up for me. I like myself - sometimes: When I’m doing things I’m proud of When others tell me I’ve done something they approve of When my weight is where I want it to be, or my hair looks good or my clothes … [Read more...]
Do you have enough confidence to boldly go where you’ve never gone before? I know I can’t always answer “definitely” to this question. I’m very confident when I know what I’m doing. There are times I need reminding or even use others’ trust in my abilities to get me going. On a sliding scale, I can … [Read more...]
This week my leadership skills were tested. Mrs Nice Lady stepped in to help and it was awful. Instead of leading, I was mediating. Instead of being in charge I was trying to keep everybody happy. Instead of breaking new ground I fell into a heap. It just didn’t work – at any level. People know … [Read more...]
This week I’ve had a couple of experiences where I was not comfortable saying no - and I didn’t. I was surprised and disappointed in myself because I’ve become better at saying no. Where once I was a people pleaser or a dutiful wife/friend/mother/employee (there are more, but I’m sure you get the … [Read more...]
According to Nathaniel Branden’s quote, the second step toward change is acceptance. This week I’ve been experiencing frustrations that things aren’t moving as smoothly or quickly as I’d like. I’ve had the awareness but when does the change come? Acceptance – it is what it is, so be it. My … [Read more...]
Awareness; without it, there can be no change. If you think it’s normal – “that’s just the way it is” – you will keep doing what you’ve always been doing. It’s working, so why change it? But when the seeds of dissatisfaction are planted things will need to change. Discovering what you do is a … [Read more...]
This week a few things “happened to me”. When I hear these words I now know they are not true and they are not empowering. Most importantly they are trigger words telling me that I need to do something differently. The next evolution in my message is here. I have simplified my life and have begun … [Read more...]
I seem to be surrounded by this phrase at the moment. I understand the exhaustion and the singular focus that comes with these words when all efforts are being made and results are less than expected or hoped for. I figure that seeing as I’m hearing this at the moment I’m probably going through it … [Read more...]