"Nothing splendid has ever been achieved except by those who dared believe that something inside of them was superior to circumstances."
~ Bruce Barton (American Congressman, 1886-1967) ~
~ Bruce Barton (American Congressman, 1886-1967) ~
As you read today's quote what comes to mind? Do you have a strong belief in yourself? For many of us, the answer might be "no." Perhaps we have tried and failed one too many times--and our self-belief waivers. Perhaps we too often compare ourselves to others and instead of recognizing our unique value - we see only the missing pieces.
Here is the good news: That is your choice. And if that is your choice, then you have the ability to choose otherwise. Okay, so perhaps it sounds simpler than it is, but you are well on your way because this is the 3rd day you have opened your Good Morning e-mail.
The most effective way to develop self-belief (or self-confidence) is through taking action steps that demonstrate we are worthwhile. Reading this Good Morning and writing the affirmation (you are writing them, right?) is one great example.
Your Turn:
Make a list of 10 things that are wonderful about you. Keep this in a place you will see it often. Add to it regularly. (Side note: I don't create these exercise for fun - I have created them because they work. Are you working them?)
Your affirmation:
I am a wonderful person filled with one-of-a-kind
value, worth and love.
Readers share with Readers
A special 'Thank you!' to my friend Soja Boehm from Switzerland for sharing this unique story about the Friendship between a Crow and a Kitten.
To watch the video, click on the following link:
http://www.animalsspeak.org/viewtopic.php?t=257
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Life Improvement Tips
Creating Healthy Boundaries (Part I)
Healthy personal boundaries are essential to healthy relationships. Unfortunately, many people have trouble establishing and maintaining appropriate boundaries. This month we will explore boundaries.
Jane started a new job recently. She likes her co-workers and her job, but she is not sure about her boss. Pete, her new boss, has been gossiping about all of the people in the company. Pete has given her the rundown on all the co-workers including how his personal opinions about each one. He has even asked for Jane's advice on how to deal with one of Jane's co-workers. Jane feels very uncomfortable with Pete and she is not sure what to do.
Harry shared private information about his marital problems with Frank in confidence. Frank later shared this information with Joe. Joe asks Harry how he is doing with his marital difficulties. Harry is mad and feels betrayed.
Rose had a colleague, Bob, who occasionally put his hands on her shoulders when he was in her office. Rose felt uncomfortable with Bob's touch.
What do these stories have in common? All of them involve boundary violations. Pete was sharing inappropriate information with a supervisee. If Pete needs to discuss how to handle an employee, then he should seek out someone who is at the same level in the organization as he is. Frank violated a boundary by sharing private information with Joe. Bob violated Rose's boundaries by touching her without permission.
What are boundaries? Boundaries are what separate you from others. Boundaries provide emotional and physical space between you and others. They are the limits you set for how you want to be treated. They are invisible lines that you draw to define yourself and your space. Healthy boundaries help keep you safe, allow you to create intimate relationships, and promote integrity. You have both external and internal boundaries.
Next week we will explore external boundaries.
Create a great week!
~ Kirsten ~
Career Tips
Your Career Audit (Part One)
Do you have a strategic career plan? Do you know where you want to be one year from now? How about 3, 5 and 10 years from now? Now is a great time of year to conduct a "career audit." A career audit is your opportunity to assess how your professional life is going. It allows you to identify what is going well and areas in which you'd like to adjust course.
To begin your career audit, carefully assess your current job. This includes pinpointing what is going well and what you'd like to be even better. For the things that are going well, take time to pat yourself on the back for your successes. Write them out and keep them close at hand in your success file. (Keeping your accomplishments on file will help when it comes time for your annual review.)
~ Maret ~
Relationships 101
For Singles (Part 1)
5 Key Questions for Creating Your 2008 Attraction Plan for Dating
It's time for a new beginning, turning over a new leaf, and for renewing our hope of finding love this year. Now is the time to think about how you want 2008 to be for you. You get to create what you feel is possible for you. Here are some relationship questions and suggestions from your relationship coach to get you thinking about what you want to attract into your life this year.
How would you envision your life to look in January 2008, a year from now? What values and characteristics do you want your romantic partner to have?
Here, I am asking you to close your eyes and see your life a year from now. If you see it, then you can work toward your vision. Once you have visualized what you want, it's important to make it real by creating a picture of it or putting together a collage of what you want your life to look like and what qualities you want your romantic partner to embody.
For instance, when I was single, I made a picture (a very primitive one!) of a male and female stick figure dancing. This is my representation of what my boyfriend (eventual husband) and I would be doing. It turns out even though my husband didn't really dance, he was willing to learn! So my vision did turn into reality after all.
Next week, we'll continue our Key Questions For Creating Your 2008 Attraction Plan For Dating.
Creating Healthy Boundaries (Part I)
Healthy personal boundaries are essential to healthy relationships. Unfortunately, many people have trouble establishing and maintaining appropriate boundaries. This month we will explore boundaries.
Jane started a new job recently. She likes her co-workers and her job, but she is not sure about her boss. Pete, her new boss, has been gossiping about all of the people in the company. Pete has given her the rundown on all the co-workers including how his personal opinions about each one. He has even asked for Jane's advice on how to deal with one of Jane's co-workers. Jane feels very uncomfortable with Pete and she is not sure what to do.
Harry shared private information about his marital problems with Frank in confidence. Frank later shared this information with Joe. Joe asks Harry how he is doing with his marital difficulties. Harry is mad and feels betrayed.
Rose had a colleague, Bob, who occasionally put his hands on her shoulders when he was in her office. Rose felt uncomfortable with Bob's touch.
What do these stories have in common? All of them involve boundary violations. Pete was sharing inappropriate information with a supervisee. If Pete needs to discuss how to handle an employee, then he should seek out someone who is at the same level in the organization as he is. Frank violated a boundary by sharing private information with Joe. Bob violated Rose's boundaries by touching her without permission.
What are boundaries? Boundaries are what separate you from others. Boundaries provide emotional and physical space between you and others. They are the limits you set for how you want to be treated. They are invisible lines that you draw to define yourself and your space. Healthy boundaries help keep you safe, allow you to create intimate relationships, and promote integrity. You have both external and internal boundaries.
Next week we will explore external boundaries.
Create a great week!
~ Kirsten ~
Career Tips
Your Career Audit (Part One)
Do you have a strategic career plan? Do you know where you want to be one year from now? How about 3, 5 and 10 years from now? Now is a great time of year to conduct a "career audit." A career audit is your opportunity to assess how your professional life is going. It allows you to identify what is going well and areas in which you'd like to adjust course.
To begin your career audit, carefully assess your current job. This includes pinpointing what is going well and what you'd like to be even better. For the things that are going well, take time to pat yourself on the back for your successes. Write them out and keep them close at hand in your success file. (Keeping your accomplishments on file will help when it comes time for your annual review.)
~ Maret ~
Relationships 101
For Singles (Part 1)
5 Key Questions for Creating Your 2008 Attraction Plan for Dating
It's time for a new beginning, turning over a new leaf, and for renewing our hope of finding love this year. Now is the time to think about how you want 2008 to be for you. You get to create what you feel is possible for you. Here are some relationship questions and suggestions from your relationship coach to get you thinking about what you want to attract into your life this year.
How would you envision your life to look in January 2008, a year from now? What values and characteristics do you want your romantic partner to have?
Here, I am asking you to close your eyes and see your life a year from now. If you see it, then you can work toward your vision. Once you have visualized what you want, it's important to make it real by creating a picture of it or putting together a collage of what you want your life to look like and what qualities you want your romantic partner to embody.
For instance, when I was single, I made a picture (a very primitive one!) of a male and female stick figure dancing. This is my representation of what my boyfriend (eventual husband) and I would be doing. It turns out even though my husband didn't really dance, he was willing to learn! So my vision did turn into reality after all.
Next week, we'll continue our Key Questions For Creating Your 2008 Attraction Plan For Dating.
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Quote of the Week
"What you must dare is to be yourself."
~ Dag Hammarskjold ~
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