Wendy Watkins

April 18th, 2014

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Whether Wendy’s coaching her clients, speaking or training, this Joy Strategist has a way of delighting her clients and colleagues with her passion for positivity and possibilities. For over 25 years, her commitment to being the spark that lights your fire has supported scores of creative entrepreneurs in shifting their thinking and their life to create more joy and fulfillment. As she turns the next page to support the world in flourishing, the possibility of more people letting her merge into traffic becomes a reality.

“Inspiration to change the world comes for me not only from an intrinsic desire to raise peoples’ Joy Factor, I am also inspired by the work of Corey Keyes, Martin Seligman, Barbara Fredrickson, Marci Shimoff and a host of others that are committed to helping people flourish, to live a life of fulfillment emotionally, physically and spiritually. I have been practicing the processes that we will be sharing in this program and I can say that I do love my life a high percentage of the time. It is time that more people learned to embrace these simple and powerful processes for the sake of a better life – for themselves and all the others they touch.”

Wendy Watkins, CPCC, PCC has an insatiable craving to serve professional women who are ready to fall back in love with their work and live their unique purpose. Wendy is a seasoned business leader grounded in spiritual principles with 23 years of experience in sales, coaching, training and attitude adjustments. Your perspective on how to live a more fruitful life will shift and you’ll accomplish your goals with less struggle and more ease after learning her Joy Factor Philosophy. She is the author of The Joy Factor Recipe Book – A Common Sense Approach to a Delicious Life and regularly teaches people how to create their Recipe for Success. Visit WendyWatkins.com to learn more about how to amplify your optimism to boost your success.

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What Do You Want to Create?

by Wendy Watkins

April 9th, 2014

photo(1) Every time I visit an art show, I see something I love and think, “I want to make something like that.” Then I jump back into the flow of my life and realize I don’t know how to do that.

This often happens with goals and intentions I have for myself. I have a vision, yet no idea where to begin. I move into default mode, putting something I know will bring me fulfillment to the back burner.

That was boring me, so I figured out a way to move my ideas forward and wanted to share that with you.

Imagine that you are Picasso, Da Vinci or Warhol and you’re creating a masterpiece called Your Life. You are the artist of your life – creating and manifesting whatever you desire.

As an artiste you must first, gain clarity on your desires.

What are the stunning successes you want to create?

You, and only you, get to choose—this is not your mother’s, father’s, lover’s choice, or your inner critic’s choice. This is your choice—make it a conscious one!

There are a variety of ways to accomplish your yearning. If you’re a visual kind, create a collage or treasure map of your vision.

If you are an auditory person, speak your vision to a coach or other supportive person. You may be kinesthetic in your approach, preferring a hands-on, active exploration for meaning.

However you begin, the following tools: a positive attitude, strong support system, and checkpoints help you determine if you’re on track with your goals. These tools are as important as is clarity on your goals.

Our attitude is the canvas with which we begin. Starting the day with a positive attitude gives us a healthy perspective, moving us with ease towards our vision.

Do you see the glass as half full or half empty? In Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl says, “…everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms – to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” Choose your attitude!

The second tool, a strong support system, is crucial – we are not meant to do this alone! It feels good when someone asks you to support them, doesn’t it? What is getting in the way of finding the support you need to create the masterpiece of your life? Get some!

Last but not least, set up checkpoints along the way. Step back and take a look at your progress. Celebrate all of your accomplishments, no matter how small. Notice how you are feeling along the way. Plan your work and work your plan. These are the tools you will need to allow you to create the masterpiece that you will enjoy for many years ahead.

Need someone to help you with our paint by number? Click here to set up a conversation with me this month – I would be honored to help you sketch out your work of art with a Flourishing Strategy Session.

Categories Blog, Passion, Success

My favorite clichés

by Wendy Watkins

March 25th, 2014

cliche I love books.

I love reading books, shopping for books and holding books in my hands.

I love how books take me on an adventure and teach me something new.

I especially enjoy how books bring people together. I am part of not one, but 2 delicious book clubs – Circle in the Square and So Hum.

In Circle, we are a group of women that read a variety of books and gather every 6 weeks or so to share our thoughts on the assorted chapters, as well as our lives. Yes, there is wine (and we actually do talk about what we have read).

So Hum is a mixed group, where we choose a personal development book and read a chapter a month, practice the exercises and explore the essence of each chapter at our gatherings. Food, friends, expansion and fabulousness all in one place.

Both feed my spirit in different ways.

Both honor my craving for community, connection and learning.

During a recent So Hum gathering, we began our conversation about The Fire Starter Sessions by Danielle Laporte. This is a beautiful book, uniquely laid out with a creative use of words. Some of the pages just have one phrase in a large font. One of the members in the group commented that they did not like that style, feeling like it was what he called “Cliché Therapy.”

I fell in love with that term.

I also realized I give and receive “Cliché Therapy” on a regular basis. (And I love it!)

Even though you did not make a therapy appointment today, I thought I’d share a few of my favorite clichés to help you raise your Joy Factor and live a life filled with success and fulfillment.

1. This too shall pass (or things will get better) – Remembering that everything is temporary helps to reduce the level and time that I worry about a certain situation. Just like the seasons change, so will a situation. Sometimes this cliché becomes a mantra. This brings me to my second favorite cliché.

2. Every cloud has a silver lining – This one reminds me that everything happens the way it’s supposed to. When we miss a great opportunity, a relationship changes or the house floods, it’s harder to have faith in these words. However, many people I speak with after a life-changing incident (after being the key word, not during), can see the gifts this seemingly negative situation brought to their life. They experience the gorgeous silver lining.

3. We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it – This cliché helps me to stay in the moment and not go on a “future trip” about decisions that are not important right now. The present is a gift – enjoy it every day. (I know, I used one cliché to describe another – there is probably a cliché that talks about that. If you are aware of that cliché, send it to me immediately at wendy@wendywatkins.com)

4. When life hands you lemons, make lemonade – As conscious creators, we have the opportunity at every turn in life to choose how we are going to react to what life offers us. Even when it feels like we are not at choice, we are. So choose sweetly and enjoy a glass on ice.

5. I asked my husband Matt what his favorite cliché was. No surprise here. His is, “That’s what she said.” Whenever he says this, in both appropriate and inappropriate settings, it always makes me laugh. Since a cliché is described as an overused statement, this one definitely fills that bill in our house.

Whether you call them affirmations, statements of intention, your theme or your clichés, these statements can assist or hinder you in consciously paving your day.

Since we know the power of words, I don’t think it’s such a bad thing to have clichés support you on your joyful path to success and fulfillment. It all comes down to which clichés you use. (Choose wisely, grasshopper.)

What are the sayings you use in your life over and over? I would love to know what they are. Leave them as a comment for all to enjoy.

Categories Optimism, Self-Care, Success

3 Tricks to Beat the Work-Alone Blues

by Wendy Watkins

March 8th, 2014

photo(1) I am writing this for you on my way home from another amazing week in NYC.

Even though the temperatures were frigid, as you can see by the picture of Pam and I in a mini blizzard, the city felt warm, especially in the subway!

While there, I surrounded myself with amazing, nurturing and inspiring people. Lunch with old friends, prospective clients, colleagues and dinners with new friends – culminating with a two-day intensive with my coach Monica.

I’m returning home with a fresh perspective and renewed energy. . . and a slightly bigger belly – I love NYC!

But when I got home, I realized. . .

As an entrepreneur, working from home can feel lonely.

My co-workers are the phone and computer.

I can get mired down in my head with challenges, doubt and worry. Your mind can be a dangerous neighborhood to visit alone.

Have you ever felt that way?

Kind of like you are the only one out there doing what you’re doing and going through what you’re going through?

Maybe it’s just me. . . but I don’t think so.

Today I want to share with you 3 ways to get from where you are to where you want to be, without having to do it alone – and without having to navigate the NYC Transit System!

Make a date – One of my intentions this trip was to connect with old friends. There is nothing more energizing, than spending time with your favorite people.Often, time rushes by. Reaching out to people I care about falls to the bottom of the list. Yes, I may follow them on Facebook; we text or email once in a while. However, nothing beats breaking bread with friends. It reminds me I’m not out here all by myself. I feel connected.
Try this – Next time you get the craving to see someone (or better yet, when you’re with them) and say, “let’s get together for lunch soon,” actually pull out your calendar and make a date. It will be delicious on many levels.

Pick up the phone – A couple of weeks ago, I was struggling with a decision around an upcoming event I was putting together. I was stuck and stressed. I wallowed there for a day or so, and then couldn’t take the feeling of wearing those cement boots any longer. I picked up the phone and called one of the ladies in my success posse. In a mere 5 minutes, she helped me to come to a decision about my event that I felt really good about.Later that day, I received a call from someone who needed some support. I’m not sure which felt better – to give or to receive support.
Try this – Who is in your speed dial? Are there a few peeps that you can call when you need help with something? Someone to just listen or someone to make you laugh? If so, call them. If not, create that list today.

Learn something new – Part of the reason I went to NY was to attend a 2-day intensive with my coach, Monica Shah. This is the third time I have been with her in person since June, and each time is better and better.The theme was Find a Way. It was clear that part of the way was creating connection as we learn and grow together. Witnessing each other’s progress and setbacks, celebrating and consoling, laughing and crying, expanding and contracting is where learning happens. Learning new business skills stretches me, and creates growing pains. But doing this in the company of others, provides comfort – even though I may feel uncomfortable as I stretch.
Try this – If you are feeling stuck, find a coach, or community to support you on your journey. I would be happy to talk to you more about coaching and how that could work for you. If we are a good fit, awesome. If not, I am happy to share other resources to support you in enjoying your journey.

Click here to grab a spot on my calendar so you can Find a Way to live the life you love.

Whether your goals are to create more success in your business or more fulfillment in your life, raising your Joy Factor is key.

When you take time to connect, support and stretch yourself in the company of others, your level of positivity will increase and so will your success level. And you won’t even have to change trains.

Categories Optimism, Success

I Love Planning

by Wendy Watkins

February 14th, 2014

photo(2) I love planning.

Planning for vacation, what’s for dinner, events for my friends, colleagues and clients.

Planning holds all of the qualities that I am really good at – visioning, seeing the big picture, breaking it down into small pieces, and then moving forward to get it done, with the help of a good mindset and supportive team.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to create a plan that refreshes and titillates all of the senses. Optimism, energy and creating on a fresh slate can be invigorating for most.

Until it is not.

February arrived, and I looked at my plan and thought, “Holy overwhelm batgirl, how do all of these pieces of the puzzle fall together?” I have my plan, but then there were snow days and a bad cold, and now I have fallen and I can’t get up.

The one thing I was able to perfect was procrastination. But wait, that’s not in my plan.
There I was, using all of the top procrastination techniques:

Making lists
Hello, Facebook
Let me answer a few emails. . .
What do you like in your coffee?
And, how about a snack?

Finally, I realized that the unexpected will always happen.

So why not expect the unexpected and know that I can handle anything that comes my way? (It was a gentle reminder from Louise Hay on my calendar from her.)

Those simple words gave me a new perspective that has shifted my energy from overwhelm to, I got this.

I got this with a knowing that all I need to do is lean into the tools and team that I set up in the first place. When we feel that we can’t do things, we not only make it hard in our minds, we start to recreate the wheel. As much as l love Fred Flintstone, I have a darn good wheel and all it takes are 5 simple steps to move forward.

Tap back into my 2014 theme — Reboot! What I love about this theme is that my recovery time of getting back to what is most important has decreased. And, I am gentler on myself, knowing that distraction is part of the dance. How is your theme supporting you in honoring your plan?
Intention – Pick 1 or 2 intentions to focus on each day. This allows you to focus on what is most important and actually accomplish a task. Then you can take it off of the list (you know, that list you created when you were procrastinating).
Inspired Action – These are actions that are aligned to what is most important to you. Accomplish these actions first and use this momentum to move you through the rest of the day.
Allowing – This is where magic can happen. When you let go of control, or how you think things should happen, that is when you can pay attention to ideas, people or options that present themselves to move you towards accomplishing our intention with ease.
Celebrate – Taking time to acknowledge yourself or a job well done is a rare commodity these days. We are much better at putting our attention on what we did not complete. Take time each day to reflect on what you did accomplish and do something, anything to celebrate your success!

A perfect example of this is this edition of this newsletter.

I should have had this draft to my wonderful copywriter last week. Yes, I’ve been busy (who hasn’t?), and I’ve continued to move this important and typically delicious task to the bottom of my list.

This morning, instead of beating myself up about this again, I rebooted my thinking. I read my calendar for the day and it inspired me to write. I sat down with my fave music, hot coffee and moved through this process with ease and joy. Now I am on to the next tasty task, knowing that I will relish the foot massage I am going to experience with my friend Linda tonight even more – I’ll feel well used today!

I am back on the path and ready to enjoy the journey.

Weave these tips into your day if our old pal procrastination has come to visit and shorten its stay.

Now, back to your regularly scheduled programming of amplifying optimism to boost success-

Enjoy!

Categories Blog, Passion, Success

The Year of the Reboot

by Wendy Watkins

January 29th, 2014

reboot Have you ever been working on your computer and experienced intense frustration?

The device you love lets you down by running really slow, not responding how you want it to, and acting like it has a mind of its own. When this happens, I want to throw it out an open window.

Luckily, I live with an IT professional who always comes to my rescue. I’ll call him in a panic, ranting and raving as my high expectations for completing my project with ease has disappeared right before my very eyes. He typically starts the conversation by reminding me to breathe, and then asking the most powerful question ever, “Have you restarted your computer?”

Usually the answer is no, so after a simple reboot, things line back up, and forward, joyful action is resumed.

When I was pondering my theme for 2014, many words came to mind—beginning with Simplify. (I saw this word on a black bumper sticker on a green Volkswagen.) It then evolved into Letting Go, and then Lightening Up.

All of these premises resonated with my desire to shift my thinking and relationships with friends and family, as well as with material items, but it wasn’t there quite yet.

I was driving along one day and realized, I didn’t want to remove issues I was struggling with. I wanted to Reboot them – to restart, redesign and have my thinking and relationships embrace more ease, acceptance and flow. Hence, the discovery of my theme!

2014 is the Year of the Reboot.

One month in, my theme has served me in a multitude of ways. The goals and intentions I’ve set for the year feel more attainable. And if they begin to feel like a struggle? I simply “reboot” the way I’m thinking. I change my course by trying something different (2012 theme) instead of doing the same thing over and expecting different results (insanity!).

I’m also enjoying my process more – attracting perfect clients and opportunities, fun, prosperity and joy (all delicious ingredients for my flourishing recipe for success).

Here are 3 ways you can reboot challenges in your life (I tried them and it works!):

Thinking – When my thinking is not in alignment with ease, my evidence is how I feel. If I’m feeling frustrated, low energy or overwhelmed, it is a signal to take a 5-minute break and come back into the moment. I put my attention on something positive by reading something inspirational or listening to music.
Personal Relationships – I gained clarity on what was not working for me in some of my closest relationships and gathered the courage to share what that was, for the sake of our relationship. I asked my closest friends and family members to support me by leaning in to our relationship a bit more. Not the easiest thing to do, but oh so fulfilling.
Relationships with Things – “Less is more” is part of the reboot perspective. I enjoy releasing what I’m not using and clearing the clutter. I know energetically it opens up space for delicious people and opportunities to show up. I can get overwhelmed when I think of cleaning out the garage, so I break it down into increments of 1 – 2 hours, or 2 drawers in the kitchen, or 1 closet over the weekend. Easy peasy.

The Year of the Reboot is in full swing – and there is relief just knowing I can push the restart button at anytime.

How are you using YOUR theme to support you in moving towards what you want to create?

Oh, you don’t have a theme? I am happy to offer the first 5 people who click here a Flourishing Business Strategy Session to uncover your theme and align it with your goals, so you can live a delicious life.

Categories Blog, Optimism

How to Know if You’re Making a Difference

by Wendy Watkins

January 2nd, 2014

At least half of the people that hire me as their business strategist proclaim “making a difference” as a focus of what they want to accomplish.

That statement has a different meaning for each of us.

For some, this intention presents itself as enhancing their client’s experience. For some, it shows up in the way that they treat their employees. And for a lot of people, it shows up in contributions made to their family and community, local and/or global.

In my last article, I talked about how I like to create a theme for each year, to help me stay on track with what’s truly important to me. (2014’s theme is is still in the creation process. Look for the unveiling in the next newsletter!)

The noble purpose of “making a difference” shows up in my theme EVERY year. It’s a core piece of who we are as humans, and certainly as who we are as professionals in the beauty and wellness industry. Helping others to look good and feel good is definitely part of “making a difference.”

So how do you know if you are making a difference?
Over the past year, my colleague Paula and I have been working on a program that will be released in 2014. Simply Flourishing utilizes an assessment – oh, how I love assessments! – to measure where you are on the scale of “flourishing to languishing.”

In other words, where is your Joy Factor?

Once we see where you are on the scale, we offer a couple of practices for you to weave into your day, so you can increase your experience of flourishing.

And let’s face it – if you are looking to make a difference, experiencing more happiness in your own world makes it a bit easier to share that gift with others.

But I know you’re already looking at the New Year and determining what you want to create in the next 363 days.

So, instead of making you wait until we launch Simply Flourishing, here’s a taste of one of the exercises we share with our clients who take the assessment. . .

One important element I have learned this year, is that measurement is key.

So, how do you measure whether you are making a difference?

3 Questions for You

Come up with 3 questions to ask yourself every day.

For example:

1. Did I make a difference in the world today?

2. Did I make an impact which will have a longer (butterfly) effect?

3. Do the people I love know I love them?

(These example questions are used by a colleague to measure her daily impact. It will be best if you take a few minutes to reflect and create your own 3 questions.)

Your questions should reflect the things you hold dear and be easily answered in a “yes,” “no,” or “somewhat” response.

Once you have created your questions, once a day, preferably in the evening, take a minute to reflect on each question. They become your barometer to know whether you truly are making a difference.

This bit of reflection will not only help you to raise your Joy Factor. It will also keep you on task for doing what is most important to you – making a difference!

Need some help coming up with your 3 questions or theme for 2014?

If you’re not clear on your theme and how you will make a difference this year, book a complimentary Flourish in Business session with me. You’ll get a jump start on creating your best year yet.

I offer only 5 free sessions each month, so book yours now before they fill up. Email me at wendy@wendywatkins.com and we will send you the link to schedule your appointment.

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What’s Your Theme for 2014?

by Wendy Watkins

December 19th, 2013

Trendy Wendy

Over the years, many unique trends have come and gone.

For example: asymmetrical haircuts and parachute pants (I know, I’m dating myself here).

Personally, I love jumping on the bandwagon of what’s hot and current. You can count on me to share the latest and greatest in fashion, food, drink, and entertainment.

For that reason, my sister Lisa dubbed me Trendy Wendy.

(Yes, I had an asymmetrical haircut in the 80’s. Shaved very short on one side and long, curly and lush everywhere else. I even took that style to a new level by shaving a lightning bolt into the short side. It was hot. Recently I wondered, what does asymmetrical look like this year? Turns out, I now have the updated version of that haircut.)

One of the biggest trends this time of year is to set New Year’s Resolutions.

They can be a wonderful tool to support you in achieving the goals and dreams you have for your life.

But here’s the thing about resolutions. . .

Resolutions, like parachute pants, are a good idea at the time. But a few months later, they are buried in the back of the proverbial closet or drawer, and your attention is no longer on them.

Some of you are thinking, well if I don’t have resolutions, how will I stay focused on what is most important to me?

The answer –

Create a Theme – a word (or two or three) that you can use to stay focused on the essence of what you want to create for yourself this year.

A former client of mine had a theme he called “401K.” He is a financial advisor and this theme kept him in the question of what “small deposits” can be made daily to enhance the happiness within his family and in business.

My theme last year was “Outrageous Abundance.”

This was the touchstone I used to help me make decisions and craft my quarterly goals. If the action did not align with outrageous abundance of joy, peace and prosperity, it was a no.

I am happy to share that this year I earned more money with fewer struggles. More abundance came in the way of traveling to a few amazing places with my husband this year (oh, yeah! THAT is Outrageous Abundance!).

What will YOUR theme – the words that inspire you to thrive – be this year? What words or phrase will help you to remain focused on what is most important, so you accomplish your desires?

Here are 5 tips that my colleague Jane McMullan Howe shares in her book, Choose a Theme – Thrive Guide for Creating Effortless Change.

Take time to reflect
Hear the voice of silence
Examine yourself by asking and answering questions
Make use of your senses
Enjoy your creativity

I’ll be sharing my new theme for 2014 with you next month, so keep an eye out!

If you want to create YOUR theme for 2014, here are a couple of ways you can do that. . .

Way #1 – Live and In Person in Atlanta: If you are in the Beauty and Wellness industry, attend my January Success Circle, where you’ll learn to create your theme for increased success and prosperity.

Way #2 – Virtually from the comfort of your home and/or office: Schedule one of the 5 spots available in January for a complimentary “Flourish in Business” Strategy Session with me.

In this 45-minute phone conversation, we will. . .

look at where you are in your business
get clear on where you want to go
flush out a few themes to support you in achieving that.

If you are interested in one of those 5 sessions, email me and I will send you my calendar link (there’s no cost).

(Or, you can stay with the trend of setting New Year’s resolutions – and join the hundreds of thousands of people that beat themselves up in February for not focusing on those resolutions.)

The one thing I do not want you to do? Please – don’t shave a lightning bolt in the side of your head!

Whatever action you choose to take, my wish for you is to enjoy the most amazing holiday season and a delicious and prosperous new year.

Categories Optimism, Success

Reflect for Success

by Wendy Watkins

December 4th, 2013

keep-calm-and-reflect--50 How was this past year for you?

This is the perfect time of year to ponder what was really delicious (or not) for you in 2013. What did you do that really enhanced your lifestyle and helped you to reach your goals?

When you are clear about what that is, you can intentionally weave this into your days going forward.

Here are a few questions for you to ponder that will help you to see the gifts you have both shared and received this year. You can answer these about your life and/or your business.

What is one thing you are most proud of this year? (i.e, you worked out consistently, you spent the time you wanted to with your family, you reached your financial goals this year, you began your meditation practice)

What is one thing you wish you had done differently this year? (i.e, spent more time with friends, traveled more, stayed home more, focused more on what is really important to you, laughed more)

What new skill did you learn this year? (i.e, how to better use Siri, how to play an instrument, cook desserts, knit a scarf, write a book)

What new or existing relationship are you glad that you nurtured? (i.e, business colleague, mother, neighbor, partner)

What quality are you most proud of in yourself? (i.e, generosity, make others laugh, help friends in need, volunteer, donate money)

When you take a few minutes to ponder your journey, you’ll remember the wonderful things about this year.

From there, weave these wonderful ingredients into your recipe for success and notice how delightful your days become.

And if it is not as delicious as you would have hoped, the good news is there is always next year!

My last question for you to ponder, is this – If you were to choose a word or two to describe your year, what would they be? Fill in the blank.

2013 was the year of _____________________________________.

My answer to that question will be featured in 2 weeks. Look for it and tips on how to move forward into 2014 with more joy, focus, and prosperity.

Are you ready to live a more delicious life?

Click here to give yourself the gift of Wendy – a complimentary 45-minute Flourishing Strategy Session where you will uncover your gifts and learn how to share them for increased happiness and success.

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How to keep your balance through the holidays

by Wendy Watkins

November 21st, 2013

It is November 21, 2013.

How many Christmas songs have you heard thus far? Too little or too many?

Yes, my friends, we are in the midst of the holiday madness. During this time of year, many of my clients experience the dreaded “holiday overwhelm.” They are inundated with decisions, both for their business and their personal lives.

And the question du jour is, How do I maintain balance?

First off, let me share my thoughts about balance. . .

Finding balance is doable.

Sustaining balance is what throws many for the proverbial loop. When you are making decisions to honor your quest for balance, think of it this way:

Ask yourself first, What am I saying yes to, and what I am saying no to?

For example, let’s say you are invited to 4 parties in one weekend and you agree to attend all of them. Are you saying yes to being very social, having lots of fun and potentially experiencing exhaustion on Monday morning? Are you saying no to the promise you made to yourself to take some time to recharge your batteries with rest and family time?

(Or, if you choose to say yes to taking time to create a compelling plan to reach your goals, are you saying no to falling into the well of procrastination and self-flagellation for not achieving your intentions?)

Fill in the blanks for yourself and see –

If I say yes to _______________, I am saying no to___________________________.

If I say no to ________________, I am saying yes to _________________________.

Did you notice any shifts in how you experience the process of saying yes or no?

As you become more conscious of the decisions you are making, you will be able to avoid the overwhelm and step into more peace and joy.

One of my coaches (yes, I have a coach and have had many over the years) taught me this about balance. . .

Remember when you were a little kid and spent time on the see-saw (you may call it a teeter-totter)? There were times my sister and I would put our feet on the ground and be “balanced.” That never lasted long, though – we had much more fun with the thrill of rising and falling.

The same is true for our days. We keep ourselves in the “up and down” feeling because that’s what gives us a thrill, rushing from one thing to the next. But that rush (the up) isn’t always good – especially if you keep leaving yourself depleted and stressed out (the down).

But as you look at what you say yes and no to, ask yourself, “Is this moving me closer to my definition of balance or farther away?” This will help you to keep moving yourself closer to balance – which means you can experience more satisfaction and fulfillment throughout your day.

(As you practice asking yourself these powerful questions, you may even find yourself humming your favorite holiday song.)

If you are stuck and feel totally off-balance, say no to feeling drained by saying yes to a complimentary Flourishing Strategy Session with Wendy.

Click here to schedule your 45-minute phone conversation (there’s no cost).

In one call, we can shift your perspective so that 2014 will be your best year yet.

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