Leadership, Coaching, Direction, Life Skills, Learning, Freedom

Momentum

janet@sightforsound.com (Janet Caliri) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:15:13 +0000

MOMENTUM

...the constant anchor for healthy habits

Evolution is inevitable. It is a "what is" and you'll discover how to accept "what is" with grace, compassion and dignity. "Evolution" is a process of gradual unfolding, formation, growth, and development into a better me.

The natural human condition is to strengthen goodwill. In order to do so successfully, I am required to get good and stay good with myself first. This usually takes place on January 1st through my resolutions, which typically last about one to three months. "Why does this occur?" I ask. Well, as a human being, I am programmed and conditioned a certain way (perfect and beautiful); however; it's the programming that pulls me back to my usual habits and attitudes. I let life intrude, lose focus on what is most important to me, or tell myself that, because of what happened in the past, I cannot (fill in the blank), so what's the point in committing? Therefore, reprogramming myself takes a bit of time and enthusiastic commitment through repetitive application of new tools acquired through the coaching process. The coaching process is simply self-realization (consciousness) based on, "The more I know about me, the more information I have to use constructively."

Unreasonable people make good reasons to reconsider my judgment.

tony@byoguru.com (Anthony F. Saad) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:42:40 +0000

We've all had to deal with them. Those stubborn unreasonables. Damn them, why oh why can't they just see! Why don't they get it. For crying out loud it's so easy to see. Everyone else can, why can't they?! Well if they don't understand that maybe they'll get this #$%^&*.

Who's unreasonable here?

Unreasonable people make good leaders.

janet@sightforsound.com (Janet Caliri) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:06:22 +0000

When I was a kid, I often heard the words, "You are being unreasonable!" which meant I was being ludicrous, uncooperative and stubborn. I grew up with that context and meaning of unreasonable. Furthermore, I used to be about my reasons by telling myself that everything else more important than I am.

Now that I have come to know myself better, the definition of that word has a whole new meaning. To me, unreasonable means being bigger than my reasons, unstoppable and beyond justifications.

Unreasonable people make good reminders

jeagen@edgeassociated.com (Jody Eagen) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:30:36 +0000

When I interpret someone as being unreasonable it is likely the case that what makes sense to me in this situation is not being reflected by that person’s actions. So this acts as a good reminder that we all see the world differently and what makes sense to me does not necessarily make sense for everyone.

People do not just choose to be unreasonable in the moment. Our behaviour is motivated by what is important to us at the time. If someone is being unreasonable then I want to explore why. If I can discover what is motivating them, I am more likely to understand their unreasonable behaviour and be more accepting of it.

Unreasonable people make good challenges.

rp@randypark.com (Randy Park) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:26:40 +0000

I consider myself to be a logical, reasonable thinker. In large part because of my scientific training I like to gather information, and I think I am open-minded when it comes to different viewpoints.

One of the principal pieces of my work - whether it is giving a speech, leading the workshop, or facilitating a planning session - is helping others open their mental filters to new viewpoints.

Predicting the Future

rp@randypark.com (Randy Park) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:41:30 +0000

Did you know that you can predict the future? In this article I'm going to challenge you to predict the future by fully utilizing your existing mental capabilities.

Let’s start with an exercise. Wherever you are, whatever you are doing (presumably reading this article!), you can do this exercise - it will only take 30 seconds. Choose a small object nearby - something like a pen or a business card. Don’t make the item too large or heavy. In a moment I’m going to ask you to focus on the object and to concentrate on levitating the object about two inches above where it is sitting. Now before you think „what the heck is this about“ let me tell you that I’ve tried this experiment with many different groups of people and it has always worked.

The Gift of Thoughts and Words

janet@sightforsound.com (Janet Caliri) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:43 +0000

The Gift of Thoughts and Words

The Law of Attraction is primarily a function, and manifestation is whole only when there is a change in consciousness. This article expands on the benefits of consciousness, using the Law of Attraction, the necessity of ego and the proof that you have the power to change your thoughts and words in order to create a different result.

New thought leads to new results

'Resistance is Futile.' - the Borg

tony@byoguru.com (Anthony F. Saad) — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 06:12:20 +0000

In conversations with friends recently the topic of anger kept rising. Here is my response to a friend who is keenly interested in and working towards more self discovery and, operating from a position of empowerment rather than victim.

Anger is rife in the world. I have a long term fear that we are only at the beginning of it all - collectively.

I welcome your observation on anger and resentment and your willingness to subvert and side step it by focussing on what is more important for you.

What is more important for you?

Doing What You Love Does Not Always Mean the Money Will Follow

jeagen@edgeassociated.com (Jody Eagen) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:40:58 +0000

The last time we met, Atheena, a new entrepreneur struggling with defining her business, had gotten clear on her strengths and on what she wanted. By examining her “inner chatter”, she was able to make more effective decisions and really start to build her business. She even brought in a partner who was prepared to invest in and manufacture the product.

Unfortunately, knowing your strengths and what you want, and having that actually meet your financial needs are two different stories. Many entrepreneurs find themselves spending their great strengths in areas of their business that bear little fruit. While they may be getting what they want in some respects, they are pursuing a ‘financially ineffective strategy’.