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I am the fortunate recipient of 6 free sessions with life coach Tim Brownson, author of the book Don’t Ask Stupid Questions: There Are No Stupid Questions which was covered here. Prior to reading Tim’s book and speaking to him, I didn’t know what a life coach did exactly. My point of reference was an episode of the scandalous hit TV Series Nip/Tuck where Ava, the life coach, wrecked more havoc than help create peace of mind!
To kick off the exciting new InMyHeels Series - Life Coach, I want to share with you discoveries found during my first experience with a real life coach. Perhaps it will lend you more insight into what it is they do and how they can help you.
Continue reading ‘Life Coach: What Can One Do for You?’
So about those strides to great success? There’s definitely more. Make it your business to grab these keys and hold on to them for dear life. Not only will they open the doors you know you need opened, they will unlock so much of that potential you didn’t even know you had!
Clean Up the Messes In Your Life
Messes in our lives mercilessly hold us back. Think about it. When your mind is preoccupied with the physical clutter in your home/workspace/hidden in your closet, you can’t focus on the things that matter to you. It’s as though mental clutter develops and it isn’t pleasant. There are also emotional messes such as resentment, strong bouts of self doubt, anger, and living in a negative past. You need some room for the positive thoughts that are going to propel you into your actualized dream. The problem tends to be, regardless of what type of mess you have, its just so much work to clean up! It can be discouraging when you’re looking at heaps of issues whether they come in large piles of junk mail or negative self talk you’ve had on autopilot for years.
There is such good news available to you with the decision to clean up your life. One small goal at a time is a) excellent opportunities for positive reinforcement every time you complete them, b) bigger steps out of your troubles in the meantime, and c) as possible as you allow it to be.
Attack your messes thinking from the end. You are not going to do something about the clutter. You ARE doing something about it. You are not going to be a victim of hoarding physical things anymore (which tends to perfectly reflect where your mind is!). You’re making room now. So this is what you do.
I read a tip from Jack Canfield’s book - The Success Principles - that I loved. I believe he borrowed it himself and it’s too good not to share with you. Create an Irritation List. Continue reading ‘Big Dreams: 10 Critical Keys to Your Success - Part 2′
InMyHeels.com has been instrumental in my personal growth. With every post I write, every article I read, every book I devour with both myself and my readers in mind, my fire has been stoked without limits. This is why I’m ecstatic to write this piece. Every single key I share here is something I’ve utilized personally - some with this very blog - and have witnessed it’s powers in my personal life. And to think this is only the very beginning! It’s important to me that I share the best with you because it is MY big dream to help others be their best selves all the time.
I don’t fear dreaming big. Not in the very least. In fact, everytime I sense resistance with the HOW of what I’m dreaming about, I shake it off. I’d think “Not during the dreaming part”.
The way I see it - it’s MY imagination. I can think up whatever my heart desires. The other exciting part is realizing - each and every time - that if I REALLY wanted to, I can see most of these dreams come to pass. Taking a grasp of childlike freedom when giving yourself a moment to breathe and conjure up the mental images of your hearts desire is a liberating and thrilling exercise. Life tends to pelt us with the disappointments that disguise the faces of opportunities available to you every day. In attempting to play it ’safe’, many of us ditch even the ability to dream big. That is until one fact clicks inside you. No one is going to hand over your dream life and living as though you’ve been sentenced into the mundane is cruel and unusual punishment that creates stress, sadness, and dissatisfaction in our lives.
At least while reading this post, loosen up the chains a little and picture your passions. And hey, if you’re already a big dreamer, you’re in good company!
So holding your free pass into dreaming big, let’s now look at the HOW. What do we do about those?
Continue reading ‘Big Dreams: 10 Critical Keys to Your Success - Part 1′
*smile* The wonderful Christina over at www.Tivate.com interviewed me. So click here to head on over for a wordy snapshot of yours truly!
I heart you all!
-JEMi
An anonymous reader of InMyHeels.com requested this piece so true to the nature of this blog where the walk InYourHeels counts, I am taking a stab at it and would love your feedback. What makes you likable?
It is no secret that first impressions are important. One gander your way and often times someone makes general assumptions based upon your appearance, gait, speech - you name it. Meeting new people already has its set of challenges. Now to add another complication, suppose you get the impression that the person/people you are meeting don’t like you. Maybe they don’t seem very receptive or impressed by your presence. Want to twist the knife? Suppose they are meeting someone else for the first time as well and are simply delighted with her company - and not shy about expressing it.
That hurts.
Before I continue, please bear in mind a fact that you undoubtedly know however serves as little consolation when it feels like more than one person isn’t moved by your company. Not everyone will like your fabulous self. I know - it’s a tough pill to swallow when you’re as wonderful as you are but let’s not forget this bit of wisdom. Their negativity is not about you - it’s about them and THEIR story. How do you know that you’re not the spitting image of Charlene from the 3rd grade that made that person’s life a living hell?
You don’t. And that’s just one very real example of millions that explain the distaste. This is why its imperative to work on yourself and being the best person you can be in your own skin. With that comes the confidence that this is you. If someone can’t accept you as is, well, tough noogies!
Now - the most likable you is not very far off. I understand that not everyone is Ms. Friendly. But some conscious effort on your part can make all the difference. And if that’s what you’re looking for, here are some tips that work.
Continue reading ‘How to Be the Most Likable You’
