Living Consciously

Over-Respond Not Over-React

Creating Focus Days

Take The Day Off (From Yourself)
Do you push and push, day after day, not taking a break?  Not even for a moment? I’m not talking about all of the work that you do. I’m talking about the self-bullying you do to yourself. Do you ever get tired of telling yourself that you “should” have done something different, or “If I hadn’t said that?” You can take a vacation from your inner bully. Imagine what it might be like to not have that negative voice going on and on in your head. Think about how peaceful you could be. Think about all the things you could get done or even explore, if you’re inner bully wasn’t telling you no in some way.

Over-Respond Not Over-React
This week has been a whirlwind for a client of mine – a good one. Historically, this person has been someone who reacts to events in her life instead of taking ownership for her situations and creating solutions. However, she has recently discovered something completely different. Over-responding is much more desirable, healthy and emotionally prof

Is Your Image Easy To Say No To?
How many times have you met someone, an expert or a so-called expert, and you said no to them because there was something, you couldn’t quite put your finger on it (or maybe you could) as why you wanted to say no? Or you felt it was easier to say no? I hate to say it, but sometimes looks matter. I’m not talking about the dna that you were born with, but getting a client to say yes could come down to what you’re wearing (amongst other things). Picture One: You’re meeting with an expert (in whatever area you need an expert in) and she or he is wearing khakis and nice shirt.  This pe

Contest Announcement: Win a Shape Your Success System
I’m feeling generous this November and I want as many people to benefit from my services as they can. So I decided to make this contest to give away some stuff. Here’s what I’m offering: 1. 5 winners will receive my “Fearless Public Speaking” System. You can blast through that fear once and for all. 2. 2 winners will receive 2 – 30 minute coaching sessions with me. 3. 1 winner will receive my 6 month “Shape Your Success” coaching program. This includes 2 group sessions per month and a minimum of 1 private laser coaching session (15 minutes) per month. Renew your mind, your work and your life. All you have

How Not To Lose Your Job or Your Spouse
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