Escape the Responsibility Trap

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Are you feeling confused, trapped and overwhelmed by the seemingly endless "responsibility trap" that zaps your time and energy? Have you ever found yourself saying? "I don't have time for me" "I have to take care of everything or it won't get done" "I feel guilty when I say "no" "Something or someone always gets in the way of me taking time for myself" If you've said or thought any of the above, you are not alone! Our lives become unmanageable when we don’t you fully understand the differences between responsibility and choice. Responsibility means you have some control or authority over a situation or another person. Choice means you have options and the right to make decisions based on what you … [Read more...]

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Doing Ordinary Things Extraordinarily

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When you think of greatness, who comes to mind - Martin Luther King, Mother Teresa, Joan of Arc, Oprah, Muhammad Ali, Bobby Fischer, Deepak Chopra? Guess what, none of these people are any different that you or me. They didn't just wake up one day and decide to be great. At one point, they all were everyday, ordinary people who ended up doing extraordinary things. And they followed the calling they had to bring their gifts to the world. Greatness is not about becoming famous, powerful or rich. It's not about having millions of dollars. It's not about banner headlines. It is about making a difference in someone else's life. It is about recognizing difficulties and moving past them. It is about finding your purpose in life, being … [Read more...]

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Speak and Live Your Truth

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  "This above all: To thine own self be true, and it must follow - as the night the day - thou cans't not be false to any man." ~ From "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare   Speak and live your truth reminds me of the above quote... “to thine own self be true…” It's a clear  reminder to show up authentic every day and in every situation. It means that you are in touch with your true self without hidden agendas, masks of deception and distortions. A young man I know recently turned down a scholarship because he felt it wasn’t his true passion. He felt that the scholarship deserved to go to someone who was passionate about the opportunity. This young man is already standing in his truth. He knows what he wants and is not … [Read more...]

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Living Consciously – Every Day!

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Would You Like to Live More Consciously - Every Day? This new book shows you how I've recently become aware of a new inspirational, uplifting and empowering book for women to live consciously and I want you to have access to it as well. I’d like to share with you not one, but forty-seven inspiring women who have courageously chosen to share their stories so that you have company and a guiding force on your journey of life. These are remarkable stories of living consciously in relationship, career, wellness and spirituality. They will speak to your heart and soul and, as you read, you may see yourself in their words. You’ll be moved to live more consciously as you move through your life and you’ll get more fulfillment and … [Read more...]

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How Problems, Patterns and Perceptions Influence Your Behaviors

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If you’re anything like a lot of people, you’ve had your share of problems. And, that could be anything from a pesky leaky faucet to totaling your new car. In the book, Power is Within You, written by the wise Louise Hays, she talks about how the problems we have with our cars may suggest some inner issue that we have not faced.  For example, if  you’re feeling stuck and can’t seem to move forward, that feeling might show up in the form of a flat tire preventing you from getting to your destination. And, just as you would call your local auto club or a friend to fix your tire, you must call on your inner reserves and delve deep into the patterns and perceptions you embrace to repair the irrational beliefs that are keeping you … [Read more...]

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I’ve Never Been to ME

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When you think of a relationship do you think of the connection you have with your family, friends, money, co-workers and neighbors? Of course you do. But wait, don't you also want to think about the loving healthy relationship you have with yourself? You do have a healthy, loving relationship with yourself, don't you? Or what about the relationship you have with money, your emotional well being, your integrity and your values? One of my favorite songs is "I've Never Been to Me" by Nancy Wilson. In the song, she sings about meeting kings, queens and all the dreams she's deferred but never been free to be herself. At least that's my take on the song. A lot of people have the trappings of what society tells us is a successful … [Read more...]

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How to Conquer Your Fears

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Does your throat close up at the thought of standing in front of your peers to give a presentation at work? Are you afraid that people won’t like you if you say “no”? Does the idea of starting your own business, or changing careers send shivers down your spine? Some of the things you fear can keep you confined in a prison of immobility unable to make the necessary change to move forward. And, if not addressed, fear will eventually eat away at your self-confidence and prevent you from feeling empowered, decisive and free to make choices that enrich your life. Although fear is a natural automatic response to scary situations, it's not meant to block you from trying new things, following your dreams, or living your best life. … [Read more...]

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The Days of Our Lives

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It’s official – summer is over!  The vibrant green colors of warmer and brighter days are but a faint memory.  When I look around now, I see a sharp contrast to the lush green of summer.  I see vivid colors of orange, muted brown, burgundy red, tawny taupe and sunny yellows sprinkling the landscape. I’m reminded of how the changes in the seasons mimic the days of our lives.  I’m reminded of how transitional life is; how we seamlessly transcend from one season to another. As a child, summers were full of carefree days playing games outside like hopscotch, red light, hide and seek and any other games our creative minds could conjure up during summer recess. Our only goal was to have fun before we transitioned to … [Read more...]

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