Lately I’ve heard a lot of talk about Baby Boomers needing to reinvent themselves. What does that mean exactly? If you are not happy with the direction your life has gone, does that mean you need to “reinvent yourself” and completely change who you are? That sounds like a lot of work and frankly, a bit unrealistic. Basically we are who we are at our core. The real question should be are you living authentically?
As is normal with most people, you’re living a life doing what others think you should versus what you choose and that is the true culprit of your unhappiness. Remember your thoughts dictate your feelings which guide your actions. When your thoughts are wrapped up in ‘should’ it creates negative or catabolic feelings and actions. When you shift your thoughts to ‘choice’ it creates positive or anabolic feelings and actions. Therefore, you’re more likely to be satisfied with a life of your choosing because you’re filled with anabolic or positive energy.
So why spend the time “reinventing” yourself, especially based on others’ preconceived notions of who you should be? My advice, stop “should’ing” all over yourself! Don’t you think your time would be better spent simply getting in touch with your authentic self and choosing who you want to be and how you want to show up in the world? Now that’s realistic!
Be Present – Be Purposeful – Be Well
Have you heard the old saying, “Fake it ‘til you make it?” Well, sometimes “faking” it takes more energy than being authentic. Take time to evaluate what it is you’re doing. Decide whether or not it’s really allowing you to be true to you. Once you’ve made that conclusion, you can move forward authentically with higher energy.
Be Present – Be Purposeful – Be Well
They say that when we re-live tragedy, even years later, stress takes the same toll on our bodies and souls. However, if we forget, what was the point of sacrifices made on our behalf? With the memorials for 9-11 this past weekend taking place around the world, it is apparent that we will never forget. And as I watched the tapes of the horrific events unfold 10 years ago, I cried as I did that very day.
Other horrific events are marked every year as well: the Holocaust, Pearl Harbor, and Iwo Jima to mention a few. Yet when we remember, we also reflect. It is a time to remind ourselves of our strength, resilience, courage and love. It is an opportunity to recognize our individual gifts that contribute to the whole society of our world. When we do this, our stress levels actually decrease because we feel in control.
Every day we face smaller adversities that challenge us. It is up to you to see the gift that lies within. Opportunity is abundant; you just have to take a moment to recognize it. So, never forget and take a moment to reflect. You hold the power to overcome adversity; recognize the GIFT™.
Be Present, Be Purposeful, Be Well.
Are you thinking of lowering your prices for your coaching and/or the work you do?
If so, DON’T. Not until you’ve attended this webinar.
The first step many coaches and solo-professionals who are struggling in their business will take is lowering their prices in hopes of getting more clients. But is that always the right step?
For myself, I’m always interested in looking for ways to help me share my message, grow my own business, while making a decent living. It’s hard enough making money as a coach without lowering my prices when things get tough. That’s why I was so intrigued by Kathy Jo Slusher-Haas’ new F*ree webinar on Tuesday September 13th called Knowing & Owning Your Value: the Real Answer to Successful Marketing!
Here’s the link to sign up: http://www.profcs.com/app/?af=1332688
What are your thoughts about your value and lowering the price of your services? Share your thoughts and questions below. I’d love to know what you really think about your business and how to share your message. Plus I’ll share your thoughts with Kathy Jo!
With the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaching, we as Americans are taking a strong look back at the reality of this horrific day that lives in infamy. It took us by surprise, hit us on our home turf, destroyed numerous innocent lives and left a hole in the heart of our country. This tragedy also brought together a nation that seemed to be taking each other for granted. Displays of heroism were abundant and patriotism was re-ignited. We all felt proud to exclaim “I am an American!” In tragedy comes triumph, or does it?
As we look ahead, it seems that most Americans are displeased with the direction in which our great nation is headed. As we bow our heads in reflection of 10 years ago, we are consumed with worry of our future. Life has changed dramatically. Jobs are scarce, the stock market unstable, people are hungry and homeless.
How does this affect our wellness? Even if our personal lives are going along without a glitch, this all adds a heaping dose of stress onto us. We worry about more, enjoy less. What would happen if we stopped listening to the news? What if we didn’t pay attention to the political posturing for the 2012 campaign until it got closer to the actual time to vote? What would our lives be like if we focused inward, blocking out the extraneous noise in our lives?
Lately I’ve been talking about learning to be present. By focusing inward, we become present to our individual life. We learn the choices we can make in order to live purposeful lives. And when we live on purpose, we find balance and wellness. So when the news focuses on stories that upset you, it is okay to change the station (just like you do when your inner critic starts talking too loudly) and focus inward to figure out what you can do to make a positive impact in your life and the ones of those you care about.
Be Present, Be Purposeful, Be Well.
