It’s common to connect to a higher power or spiritual practice when you are struggling emotionally. It’s easy to experience negative feelings during difficult transitions (job change, retirement, divorce or death.) Common feelings include lonely, hopeless, disconnected, unfulfilled and unhappy. There are many ways to feel better. You can talk to a friend, exercise, take a …
I love an intriguing title! You wonder what it has to do with Business, Career or Life coaching. Keep reading! The complete question is “What happened in the past 24 hours that made you reach out for help?” This is one of my favorite “qualifying” questions. I ask a prospect… What made you reach out for help …
It happens often. My client shares a “negative” story. When I say “you sound angry” their immediate response is… “No, I’m Not Angry!” The physical expression has arms crossed over their chest and heart. The unspoken message is “Good People Don’t Get Angry.” The truth is… “Yes they do and that is a good thing!” …
I no longer charge by the hour for business and life coaching. I wonder why it took me so long. Naturally, there are reasons and almost all are emotional. One of my favorite MarGOisms is “Knowing what to do is the easy part.” As a Business and Life Coach, people ask what I do …
Opra talks about motivation and success! She says you need to “really, really, really” want to make a change. Even with a high level of motivation, making a change is not emotionally easy. I believe the hardest hurdle is managing your negative predictions and fear of the unknown. My “Are we a good fit?” Complimentary …
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What are your highest priorities? Why does it matter? As you approach a Personal or Work Transition you seek a stronger alignment with your strengths, values and priorities. You need to identify and stay committed to what’s most important to you. You might say you value friends and family time. Or maybe it’s professional growth …
Many people would be shocked to know that I’m ever in a bad mood. Having a big smile fools others and myself as well. It took me a while to realize a bad mood or feeling bad (emotionally) is not a bad thing. There are many reasons why bad moods (not dark or depressed) don’t …
Recently I was in India. I saw a sign, “Differently Abled” and smiled to myself. How cool is that?! I sensed a positive perspective on a tough topic. My mind and heart were wide open as I hoped to return home having renewed energy and enthusiasm for becoming more! As a Business and Life …
That’s life! or It is what it is! I hear those statements and want to speak up and say “Make Room For Your Feelings!” You don’t have full control over what happens to you. Things change whether you want them to or not. Many times the feelings are unpleasant and uncomfortable. It’s life!!! When something …
Learn from the Past Live in the Present Love your Potential! Personal Growth and Business Success require Learning from Past experiences, Living in the Present and Loving your Potential. With the help and support of a strong support team this tall order can take place. Now for the How! You learn from your past mistakes …
Tired of struggling to maintain your confidence? A confidence dip is very discouraging. Self-Confidence matters more then anything. Not having it or being able to maintain it is a huge handicap for achieving satisfaction and success! Confidence requires being an effective emotions manager. You can’t let feelings like frustration and fury derail you. Learning …
Unless you have a crystal ball there is no way of knowing what the future will bring. Not knowing may make you worry or feel powerless. No amount of planning and preparing can fully protect you. Getting Curious makes all the difference. The proverb “Curiosity killed the cat” was originally “Care killed the cat”. …