Seven Impactful Questions for
the New Year
If you are like most people, you have some thoughts about
making a
fresh start in 2005. A new year can initially energize us
to intend
making needed changes, but hold on. How well have you done
with your
resolutions in previous years? What will you do differently
this
year to avoid any post new year let-downs?
Some say new year's resolutions are a waste of time. That's
often
true for people who have a long list of "shoulds."
It's nearly
impossible to take shoulds to heart. If it's a should instead
of a
strong desire, either turn it into one or get real and drop
it
from you list. Choose goals that you feel strongly about and
are
willing to see through to completion.
To help you look at which core changes would make the most
impact
on your life, notice which areas you are most drawn to; ask
yourself the 7 powerful questions below. Then, identify one
intention
(two at the most to keep it realistic) to focus on for achievable
results.
1. Do I regularly take time for reflection?
By taking time out to reflect on your life, your goals, yourself,
you
become open to insights that allow you to live more effectively
and
peacefully. You clearly realize what's working, what isn't,
and you can
make new choices, accordingly.
Resolve to: take 5-minute power breaks; take Yoga classes;
meditate
for 20 minutes per day . . .
2. Do I learn from the feedback that life naturally provides?
When you become a keen observer of life, you accelerate your
path of
learning. You do this by integrating your learnings, thereby
succeeding
faster. Life becomes effortless. This then boosts your confidence
to
uncover your latent talents and increase your capacity to
live life fully.
Resolve to: ask yourself daily "What have I learned
today?"; enroll
in a class to develop a neglected talent, keep a wisdom log;
attempt
something of interest that you've never done before . . .
3. Do I make choices that are in alignment with my well-being?
Once you become conscious of how you are treating your body
and track
your results, your motivation will be fueled to be more respectful
of
it. You will naturally be more selective about what you allow
into your
body (be it food, beverages, drugs). Remember: your body will
be with
you for the duration of your life!
Resolve to: treat your body like the delicate instrument
that it is;
daily thank your body for its service to you; consciously
connect with
your body and let it be your guide . . .
4. Do I approach each relationship with deep honor and respect?
The secret to enjoying healthy and strong personal or business
relationships is to cultivate empathy. In honoring another's point
of view and
acknowledging his or her feelings (you don't need to agree),
you create
a powerful connection that fosters trust. Then, when inevitable
differences arise, you can handle them elegantly.
Resolve to: practice understanding another's point of view
before sharing your own;
speak your truth without getting attached to being right;
see the divinity
in each human being . . .
5. Do I let go of the past in order to keep from recreating
it?
Your past doesn't have to equal your future, unless you react
out of
habit. You are always free to recreate yourself in any moment
based on
how you want to experience yourself in life. The Buddha said:
"What
you are is what you have done, what you will be is what you
do now."
Resolve to: select a belief or habit that no longer serves
you and
replace it; visualize the new preferred you for a few minutes
daily;
act as if and begin celebrating your changes right now . .
.
6. Do I make *fun* a necessary ingredient for everything
I do?
Have you noticed that work can be play, that when you include
the fun-factor, you feel more vitality? When you make healthy fun
a priority,
your creativity and your productivity is enhanced. Some of
your best
ideas and clearest choices will have an opportunity to surface.
Resolve to: have something fun to look forward to every day;
schedule
several blocks of time in your weekly calendar for play; make
your "play
time" sacred . . .
7. Do I set important goals for myself and stick to them?
When you know what you really want and why, you will increase
your chances
of success. Then the actions you take in alignment with your
intentions
propel you forward and allow you to feel the satisfaction
of accomplishment.
Your enthusiastic commitment dissolves any resistance to moving
yourself
into a new direction.
Resolve to: let change support new opportunities of fulfillment;
write a
commitment letter to yourself and sign it; ask a friend or
coach to help
you stay true to yourself . . .
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Feel free to pass this offer on to friends, family or colleagues
you
feel could benefit; that could include just about everyone!
For New Clients:
Jump start the year by partnering with Barbara McRae, MCC.
New clients who enroll and begin coaching during the months
of January
or February receive a 25% savings from the regular monthly
rate. Get
assistance with your unique challenges and opportunities to
make 2005
a banner year!
Here’s what clients are saying about Coach Barbara:
"The difference our coaching sessions have made to me
is immeasurable."
Adrian, Small Business Owner
© 2005 Barbara McRae
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