It is up to you to take credit for the best parts!
Two weeks ago, I encouraged you to take responsiblity for the parts of your life you didn't like and commit to making changes. There is a corollary to this thought -- you also get to take credit for what you DO like; for what IS going well. You have done well in many areas. It might be your relationship with your mom, your husband or your best friend. You might have a home you feel good in or good health or a steady paycheck. You might be great at throwing a party or content by yourself. Chances are you don't take the time to even look at what you do well much less pat yourself on your back about it. In fact, there is an even greater chance that not only do you not see what you do well, but even when it is pointed out to you, you brush it off as no big deal. Let it be a big deal. Honor what you do well. In fact, can you do me a favor? I want you to tell me what you do well. Would you leave a comment on this post and let me know what you do well? Not sure? Ask those closest to you. They know and it is about time you know as well.
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Nothing inspires me more than stories of people who have overcome amazing odds to succeed. The Feel Good Moment for this week is one such story. It helps remind me that, yes, I can do "it" -- whatever "it" is. I can make changes in my life. I can heal myself. I can love freely. I can forgive the unforgiveable. I can create miracles. I can live my dreams. Oh, and you can, too!
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At 8 minutes, it is a long Feel Good Moment. Do yourself a huge favor and at least watch the first 3 minutes. It will completely change your day. (And, you're welcome! :-) )
Wayne Dyer is one of my greatest inspirations. In this short video he shares what I consider to be his most important message. May it inspire you to search more deeply into yourself!
“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.” ~ Lao Tzu
Do you see yourself as a hard worker? Someone who is lazy? An over-eater? An under-achiever? A perfectionist? Strong-willed? Weak-willed? We all have labels for ourselves -- sometimes they are buried quite deep! All of these labels limit us, keep us defined in a way that doesn’t allow us to move forward in life. If you need to label yourself, label yourself as compassionate, loving, flexible, and ready for what life is bringing next!
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Yes, you can 2012 will be the most amazing year of your life so far!
Todays' musing and feel good moment are one and the same. Nick has had a previous showing as a Feel Good Moment because he is so amazing. Let his story propel you into 2012 with excitement, expectation, and a feeling that you CAN do what you want to do.
For the past four weeks I have been guiding you on a journey to a fabulous new year. I have challenged your beliefs around not having enough time to do what you want, not feeling like you in control of changing that which needs changing in your life. I have reminded you to dream and had you choose one thing that you want to be sure is different one year from today. Are you feeling now like you could make a change? That you really can do something different in 2012? Then, it is time to take some action!
Fifth Assignment:
Write down what you want in the positive. (In other words, not: "I don't want to be fat." Instead: "I want to be fit and vibrant." Not: "I don't want to be in debt." Instead: "I want to be financially free.")
Write it down in your calendar at the beginning of each month. (Use the calendar I created – My Inspirational Year – to have my support all year round!)
Now, is it something that takes a multitude of action steps (such as find a new job)? Or is it one step (such as exercise daily)? If it takes a multitude, write down your next three action steps. If it is one, write down that one step.
Finally, when will you do it? Ummm...what about now? It doesn’t matter if your one action step takes a few moments or a day, doing one thing within the first 24 hours of setting an intention is a powerful step toward moving toward accomplishing your goals. Now, be sure to set aside a regular time each day/week/month (whatever is necessary) to keep going! (Here are some thoughts I wrote awhile ago on finding time to expand whatever it is you want to expand!)
Here are two ways you can join me to make 2012 fabulous:
New Year's Resolutions From the Heart: The 40-min podcast with workbook is now available to inspire you on New Year's! Let me guide you through the three steps to creating an amazing 2012 for yourself! More info and to register. (PLUS, you can add the 9 podcasts of yoga, breathing and visualizations for each of the three steps with two bonus tracks!)
My Inspirational Year: Ready for the most inspirational year of your life? Ready to really change what you want and are ready to change? This program includes a journal in planner format, access to a members-only website, and a monthly enewsletter. In addition, each month you receive podcasts with meditations, visualizations and yoga sessions, ebooks, and more to help propel you into your new life. More information and to order: www.AnInspirationalYear.com.
Oh, and one more! Join me in Mexico in February so I can inspire you directly! (I have only three more spaces!) Would love to have you! More information and to register.
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