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Innovating thru Crisis
Let’s begin with making sure we are all on the same page in understanding the meaning of this blog and the words used in the title. in·no·vate /ˈinəˌvāt/ verb make changes in something established, especially by introducing new methods, ideas, or products.”the company’s failure to diversify and innovate competitively” And if you thought innovating had…
Read MoreTwo Minute Morning
This morning, I found myself staring at a book on my fireplace mantel. It had been there for quite a while. In fact, I believe I put it there to see it everyday and use it. But like many of us, I find myself caught up in patterns, routines, or habits…
Read MoreUnlock Inner Power
UNLOCK INNER POWER to adapt and excel It was a day unlike other days, yes, it seemed to flow in a gentle yet powerful stream of connections, appreciation, and total acceptance. Moving and flowing from yoga, to meditation, To Do’s, to appointments, meetings of innovation and opportunities to serve others. This day was very different…
Read More4 Mental Habits for Mastery
In this post I’ll share with you 4 Mental Habits that will bring you closer to Life Mastery, will make you smarter & more self-aware. “Life Mastery is the knowing and understanding that success is the natural consequence of our realization of the Infinite Power within. ~ Donalee Gastreich The mind is…
Read MoreWhy Responsibility matters
Responsibility is the #1 most important soft skill to master. Mastering the skill of responsibility is life changing. It will affect every area of your life and allow you to see more clearly, act with purpose, and adapt when necessary. Responsibility is being responsible, accountable and answerable for something in one’s power, control, or management.…
Read MoreI believe in free speech
My workshops and speaking engagements always begin with a title, a theme, and the main message to bring forth; and they also seem to take a path all their own. This blog is about one such moment. Most often, these moments are teaching me as much if not more than was taught to others. At…
Read MoreSurrender
Surrender is not loss of control, but added support and guidance. It’s surrendering into faith. If you are one who likes to have the feeling of control, surrender and flow can be difficult concepts to embrace. This is only because you perceive surrender as being out of control. In this message, I wish to…
Read MoreWhy should I journal?
It’s been said, that journaling could possibly be the most powerfully, transformative habit that one could adopt. “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” ~ Ghandi Just a few of the many benefits to be found in journaling: * optimizes your creative potential * accelerates ability…
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