Mindset

Perspective shapes reality

The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty. ~ Winston Churchill I love this quote from Churchill because it captures, in a clear and simple way, the concept that your perspective shapes your reality….
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One positive thought can change your day

Mornings matter more than most people realise. The first thoughts we have after waking up set the emotional tone for the rest of the day. If your day starts with “Ugh! I don’t want to get up” or “This is…
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What you appreciate, appreciates

Years ago, I remember having a conversation with a friend who felt conflicted between wanting more out of life but feeling that if she desired more, would that indicate a lack of appreciation for what she already had? At that…
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Pain is inevitable – Suffering is optional

Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. ~ Zen Proverb I remember clearly the first time I heard that quote. It was back in my early corporate days when I was working with a consultant who was training a few of…
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Follow your heart and use your head

My coaching is heart-centred. That means I work with clients to tap into that deeper level of themselves.  Call it spirit, intuition, or simply ‘the heart’. However, my program is also practical. The heart tells clients where they want to…
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Your daily 50,000 thoughts

Studies have found that the average person has between 50,000 and 70,000 thoughts per day, with 80% of those being repetitive, and even up to 95% being the same as the previous day. These are staggering figures because they show…
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Never save the best for later

Enjoy what you have right now. You’ve probably heard the story that’s been around for years. A woman buys a beautiful outfit but keeps it in the wardrobe, waiting for the perfect occasion. Time goes by and occasions come and…
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Are you looking for solutions or obstacles?

Thinking of making a change in your life?  Want to try something new or different? What happens next will determine your success or failure.  It’s a simple thing, but a very powerful thing. It’s the questions you ask yourself. Are…
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Wishbone vs Backbone

It takes backbone, not wishbone, to get the life you want. Think about it.  How often do we look at someone else’s life and wish we had what they have and make excuses as to why we can’t be, do…
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Lemon Juice

What do you get when you squeeze a lemon?  Lemon juice, of course! So, what do you get when you squeeze a person, or in other words, put them under some level of pressure?  You get whatever is inside of…
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