Continue reading “The Importance of Focus and Alignment for Successful Living”You and I run the risk of wasting days, weeks, even years, by focusing on unimportant things and by not bringing our time, energy, and attention into alignment with our BIG goals. We must take specific, intentional action to focus on and align our efforts with our desired outcomes. By aligning your actions with your true desires and practicing with intention and presence, you can make significant progress toward achieving your goals and mastering new skills.
8 Self-Care Tips for Introverts Who Want to Live Better
Being an introvert does not mean you are anti-social. It simply means that you prefer to spend more time alone, and that can have many benefits. Sometimes, though, this can lead to feelings of isolation. When it comes to practicing self-care, there are ways you can nurture your introverted side and still take care of your health.
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Continue reading “8 Self-Care Tips for Introverts Who Want to Live Better”Character Strengths and Purpose
When you combine your character strengths with your purpose, it creates a powerful synergy. Your character strengths are the tools and qualities you possess to fulfill your purpose. They empower you to pursue your mission and make a meaningful contribution. By aligning your strengths with your purpose, you set the stage for a fulfilling and meaningful and purposeful life.
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Continue reading “Character Strengths and Purpose”Learning to Accept
Continue reading “Learning to Accept”Acceptance is not tolerating and acceptance is definitely not approval. Acceptance and forgiveness are linked, in that one requires the other. Acceptance and surrender are similar in some ways, different in others. Acceptance is the first step in taking action against resignation and it is often the first step that leads to understanding. While acceptance may be linked to other concepts, nothing can take its place. Only by identifying and accepting the things you are struggling with can you begin to deal with them in positive, specific ways.
Motivated by Habit
Continue reading “Motivated by Habit”When you are excited to begin a new project or to start work on a BIG goal, motivation is high. Use that energy. It’s what gets you started. But use it to build new habits that keep you moving in the right direction. That’s what keeps you going. Tap into the power of motivation and the power of habits.
How Parents of Children with Disabilities can Create a Self-Care Plan That Works
Caring for special needs children is no small task; it requires constant attention and dedication from parents who often put their own needs last to ensure their child receives the best care possible. It is essential for parents to practice self-care to avoid burnout and maintain the energy and stamina to be their best selves. You, your child, and your entire family will reap the benefits in the long run!
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Continue reading “How Parents of Children with Disabilities can Create a Self-Care Plan That Works”Taking Care of Yourself
Continue reading “Taking Care of Yourself”Taking care of yourself is a “need to do”, not a “nice to do”.
Take the Right Action at the Right Time
Continue reading “Take the Right Action at the Right Time”Action is required to reach your BIG goals and in every area of your Excelerated Life™. Not just any action will do, however. Wrong action or the wrong time can lead to misunderstandings, inconvenience, even disaster. To have the maximum effectiveness, choose the right action at the right time.
Have a BIG Goal
Continue reading “Have a BIG Goal”Don’t live your life according to chance. Have a BIG goal. BIG goals are Bold, Important, and Gratifying. You need BIG goals to learn as much as you can, to inspire creativity, and to grow into your Excelerated Life™!
Pillars of Flourishing
Continue reading “Pillars of Flourishing”You have the choice to flourish or flounder. By nourishing yourself in the five areas of human flourishing – happiness and life satisfaction, physical and mental health, meaning and purpose, character and virtue, and close social relationships – you are creating your own pillars of flourishing.