Are you being taken for granted?

Who do you have to be grateful for and have you let them know how much you appreciate them today? Every day, through the hustle and bustle, through working, parenting, trying to get ahead, and doing a million different things, do not forget WHO is important. Without that special person, none of that other stuff matters. People often prioritize things and money and success and put the "relationship" on the back burner. They take for granted that he or she will still be there and they may, but that is too big a risk to take with someone you love. Prioritize your love, put one another first always, work towards all that other stuff together with the purpose of enjoying the successes with one another. Otherwise, you might work really hard, achieve success and then have no one to share it with. Life is about relationships and love is about putting one another first. Always put your significant other first but if for some reason you can't, talk about it and let them know that although you are "stuck at work" or you "have to prepare for your big presentation" that you are thinking about them.
So today, remind your partner that you love them and that they are all you need. Prioritize your relationship, love to the fullest and Live Inspired Now!

Remember Family Values???

Yesterday while listening to the radio in the morning, like we always do, the trivia question for the day was this: "What piece of household furniture is becoming obsolete?" The answer was the dining room table. They went on to say that most people don't use a dining room table anymore. Most people eat in front of the television..... I think it was something like 74% of Americans eat in front of the television instead of as a family at a table.
Recently, I heard some of the teens I work with discussing a show called "Pretty Little Liars" so I decided to watch a few episodes on Netflix to see what all the buzz was about. OMG. Seriously??? This show is Desperate Housewives for teenagers! One young 16 year old is having a sexual relationship with her 26 year old teacher, another teen is always boozing it up, one of the girls is always alone with no guidance and all the adults are portrayed as morons, devoid of any values, and who have no clue what their kids are up to! THIS IS WHAT TODAY'S KIDS ARE WATCHING, GLORIFYING, AND PERSONIFYING! This is why we don't have TV in our house... garbage!
I hate to sound old here but... remember the days when television shows had values? Take The Cosby Show, for instance. I loved that show! The parents were hands on, always made time for the kids, they ate together and encouraged one another, AND they showed affection. How many shows today are there where you see the parents hugging their kids before school and telling them that they love them? How many shows portray kids actually talking to their parents about something really important? Unfortunately, not the ones the kids are watching!
In my house growing up, we watched television every single night but not until after we ate dinner at the dining room table, cleaned the kitchen, did our homework. Then, and only then, did we watch television together with our parents. We would have never been allowed to watch shows like Pretty Little Liars or The Secret Life of the American Teenager. We watched Growing Pains, The Cosby Show, Who's The Boss and others but, we watched them together. If there was ever a show in which they covered something "mature" then my parents would be there to discuss it.
Believe me dear readers, I am no prude. I love a good drama from time to time and even a horror movie or two, but we have to find the balance. No, I don't mean a way to balance our dinner on our knee while watching the TV, I mean find the balance between mindless crap and healthy values. Share meals with your children and talk with them instead of watching TV; make it a priority. If you let your kids watch TV, watch with them and choose programs that don't undermine the family. Remind your kids that the things they watch on TV do not represent real life. Remind them that in real life, there are consequences for their choices, that people actually have to have money to pay for things, that teenagers rarely look like super models all of the time and that reality TV is sensationalized, not reality. So today, hug your kids, tell them you love them, teach them the values you hold dear, and Live Inspired Now!

Need help getting your kids/family back on track? Contact me for a free consultation today!

Does your inner beauty match the outer?

Lao Tzu said "We shape clay into a pot, but it is the emptiness inside that holds whatever we want." The beauty of the outside pales in comparison to the beauty of your purpose in life. We can put on whatever false act we want, but what you are filled with from the inside is your true value. Are you filling your emptiness with purpose, peace, tranquility, joy, love, compassion, and kindness. Or are you giving your inner space over to drama, negativity, jealousy, anger, resentment and hatred? WE choose what to fill ourselves up with or we choose to remain empty and continue to worship the outside.
Let go of the past, of things that don't make you happy or peaceful, let go of anything that hurts you or others. Let your inside be as beautiful as the outside, be completely honest about who you are, be free and open. Forgive the past so you can enjoy the present, decide to be at peace and Live Inspired Now.

Is it really mean or are YOU reading it mean?

Recently someone was telling me about a harsh email they received and asked me to read it to see what I thought. I read it and thought it was perfectly fine, not harsh at all. I let them know that I didn't think it was harsh but by the time they passed it around to at least 10 other people and got everyone else all riled up about it... they got what they were looking for. They were not looking for opinions, they were looking for validation. They wanted this email to be "harsh" because they had already decided they didn't like the woman who sent it. In creating this drama that wasn't really there, a person got their ego boosted, friends got to participate in tearing a person down, and the "harsh" email writer probably felt badly that her email was met with contention. Don't just be careful about how YOU type or respond to people, also be careful how YOU read and hear people. Are you really reading a harsh email or is it just professional and to the point? Are you perpetuating drama by forwarding it to all of your friends and looking to have your malice validated? Think, type and read with compassion, don't be so quick to judge the "voice tones" of the written word. Even if it is something mean spirited, harsh or meant to hurt, try to blow it off because it means they have the problem, not you. Don't lower your standards, stay calm, take a deep breath, ignore and avoid drama and negativity and Live Inspired Now!

You deserve a break...

Yesterday I was offline because I bought a new laptop and Thad had to transfer all my info over from the old laptop. The process took longer than anticipated so I was without my laptop for most of the day. At first I was a little anxious about being disconnected until I realized that I had an entire day untethered from my constant distraction! It was sort of exciting and as silly as it sounds, I felt FREE! I went to the gym, went to lunch with my husband, practiced piano then went to my lesson, mowed the lawn, meditated, mailed packages and even took a little walk. It felt great to not worry about checking emails, facebook, tweets, and instant messages. I think I forgot what it was like to be "offline." (I did have my iPhone with me the entire time, but I made a point not to check it.)
Do you need a break from the computer? Personally, I do most of my work online with clients so I couldn't go too long without it, but I think we all need a break from it once in a while. So if not today, at least plan a day to be "offline." Take a break from the online distraction, do things in "real life" and Live Inspired Now. 

Are your relationships healthy or stressful?

A few days ago I picked up my bestie Dawn to give her a ride to pick up her car at the repair shop. As is always the case with her and I, we took the long way and stopped for tea and did some shopping. I was really excited to talk to her, I was having a super great day full of good news and exciting new things. Which included, THIS blog being added to my local newspaper The Citizen.
After, laughing, shopping, getting caught up on events in our lives and more laughing, it was time to part ways. (I truly don't understand why we are not comedians, we are hysterical... at least WE think so!) We hugged as we always do and I said "Hanging with you was the best part of my day!" Knowing what a great day I had, she stated, "well not the best part." I stopped, looked at her and said, "Yes, yes it was. None of my good news matters at all if I don't have anyone to share it with." She "awwwed" and we both went on our way.
As I was driving home, I thought more about this simple yet profound concept. Isn't it true that the things in our lives matter because we can share the excitement with someone. I would still be happy alone, but it would be far less exciting without someone to share the news with. I am so very blessed and grateful that I have such good relationships in my life. Friends, family, kids, colleagues, mentors, coaches and of course my amazing husband Thad. It is really true.... the quality of your life is in direct proportion to the quality of your relationships. If you are struggling with the stress of strained relationships, get help today, don't wait! Do YOU have someone really important to share all your news with? Today, upgrade your relationships, make sure they are healthy and happy and Live Inspired Now!

PS: I am a relationship expert! If you need help creating or recreating bonds in your life, don't wait, connect with me today!

Be bold and create opportunities.....

I love this quote by Basil King: "Be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid." I often take bold steps and encourage others to do the same. Bold is subjective, so use your own sense to gauge the "boldness" of what you are doing. My son Harry thinks I am bold because of my "why not" attitude. He recently said to me that he loved how I always say "why not" when he asks about trying something new. I encourage everyone to ask for things they think they won't get because sometimes just being bold enough to ask is enough to get a yes instead of a no. For example, I have taught my kids to talk to their teachers and see if they can work out deals at school. A couple years ago, Harry was falling behind in his science class and I encouraged him to talk to the teacher about doing an extra credit art project to improve his grade. Although he didn't think she would say yes, he spoke with her and she agreed to let him do some art work for her and she boosted his grade. On another occasion, Harry had his art work displayed in a museum because I was bold enough to ask that they consider his work despite his age. To this day, Harry is the only child artist that was included in one of their exhibits. 
I can't tell you how many wonderful things have happened in my life because I was bold enough to simply ask. These include: jobs, speaking engagements, raises, and other opportunities.  Don't just seek opportunities, create them! So today, be bold and allow the mighty Universe to align for you and Live Inspired Now! 

Create Healthy Boundaries and Get Your Life Back!!!

Are you sick and tired of getting kicked around emotionally? Learn to create clear boundaries and take your life back! Join me today with my coach friends Jodi and Joanne for a fun talk that will help you find solutions to the following questions:

Do you have a tough time with boundaries?
Do you know when to say NO?
Do you know where to draw the line with kids?
Do you have a friendship that goes only one way; you give they take?
Do you overextend yourself?
Do you have lots of needy people in your life?
Are you a wishy washy parent?

Learn how to go from HOT MESS to HOT in one FREE 45 minute talk today at 11:00am eastern time! Here is the link to a happier life:

http://www.spreecast.com/events/moms-hot-or-hot-mess-when-to-say-no

Join us and Live Inspired Now! 

PS: If you can't make the broadcast but would like to get your life back, contact me today!

Today's misfortune is tomorrows blessing....

Often, when in the midst of chaos, it is difficult to imagine that good things could result from bad but they do. There will always be "bad" things that happen; give it enough time and you will be able to see the bigger picture. Life is a journey of discovery, learning, joy, sorrow, and a compilation of relationships. Don't get so caught up in the day to day events that you miss the excitement of each new step along your journey. You will have fortune and misfortune, relationships that come and go, jobs lost then jobs gained, and friends that will leave to make room for new friends. Never be so distracted by unfortunate events that you lose faith in the journey because the one thing that is universal it that life goes on. So today, make peace with what is, make the very most of the journey and Live Inspired Now!

6 Ways To Shut Your Mind Up And Get Some Peace!

One of the biggest complaints I hear about is that people cannot rest, especially at night because they have non stop thoughts racing through their head. Here are some tips to calm your mind and get some rest.

1. Break the habit by using an abrupt halt: Slap your hand on a table or give yourself a slap on your upper arm and tell yourself sharply to STOP. This will break your pattern, do it as often as necessary.

2. Distract yourself by changing what you are thinking about. Have a couple of "go to" thoughts that you can distract yourself with. Something funny or a very happy memory are the best.

3. Schedule a time later to think about whatever is bothering you. This gives yourself permission to put it off til later without just trying to "forget about it."

4. Ground yourself in the present moment. Take an inventory of your immediate physical surroundings to bring yourself to where you are at the moment. IE: I am in my bed, I have my green blanket on me, it feels warm, I hear the dog snoring, I can smell a vanilla candle and I am OK right now in this moment. 

5. Question yourself then develop better thoughts. Ask yourself if this is something that you can control. If it is, you can come up with solutions or ask for help and schedule a time to do so. If it is out of your control, then ask yourself why you continue to think about it and is there a better way to look at the situation. For example: If you are thinking over and over about a rejection, ask yourself what this really means. You might be thinking "She doesn't like me, she refuses to go out with me, I am a complete loser. I will never find happiness." Is this really true? Offer evidence to the contrary: "I am NOT a loser just because one person doesn't want to go out with me. I have had relationships in the past and I have very good friends and family that care about me. She may not want to date me but that just means she is not the right one. I will focus on being happy and living a great life and the right person will come in time!"

6. Hire an excellent coach! Not everyone will be able to do #5 on their own. Sometimes it is hard to remember all the amazing things about yourself when you are hurting. Hiring a good life coach will help you see the reality of a situation and get you through the challenges. It is always good to have a professional guide you through these types of things and you will LOVE the results!
So today, don't be a victim of your own mind. Get some relief from your thoughts, be free, rest well and Live Inspired Now!

Contact me today if you need support getting through challenges... you will LOVE the results!

Is that really YOUR burden to carry?

Many times clients come to see me carrying burdens that aren't even their own. Burdens they are carrying from parents or spouses or sometimes even from television or media. It is possible to become vicariously traumatized by another person's story. It is hard enough to carry your own problems around, let alone the problems of the world. You don't have to be in control of everything because, in fact, you are not. You don't have to carry around problems, you can let them go and move forward. Free yourself of heavy burdens by learning to release yourself from their constraints. You will not believe how much lighter and happier you will feel.
I personally used to carry around the weight of the world. I felt everybody's pain and felt obligated not to forget about it. I am not exactly sure how I had become this way but I will never forget the moment I realized that I could let go. I was sitting in my living room many years ago and I was upset about something that had happened years before. I caught myself focusing on this one horrible world event so I decided to meditate to try and clear my mind. My meditation turned into contemplation and as I contemplated, I questioned myself. I challenged myself by asking the question "Why are you still allowing a memory to control you? Why are you losing the joy of today to the sorrow of yesterday?" This contemplation made me realize that I was robbing myself of moving forward and feeling good because I had let myself focus on something that time had already taken care of.
I felt so overwhelmed and free that I cried. It was amazing to just simply realize that I didn't have to hold myself accountable for all the wrongs in the world and that I could feel bad momentarily but then decide to move on. It is extremely tiring to carry a never ending burden and there is no reward for that type of martyrdom.
So today, think about the "burdens" you are carrying and determine whether they are even yours or not. Then think about stepping aside and letting them go. What is the price of letting go? What is the bigger price of continuing to hold on? Let go, move forward and Live Inspired Now!

Family first or step off!

This past week a young person I know contacted me and asked if I would coach him. I know this young person and know that he has a supportive family so I told him that I was definitely open to it but his parents would have to contact me to set things up. I have worked with a few teens without talking with their parents but ONLY because I knew the parents to be very abusive. I would never turn a child away who needs help despite their family situation. However, if the child has a parent/parents in their lives, then the parent should be consulted and made aware of your interactions. Parents should never be undermined and family should always be highly regarded. If you have a young person in your life that looks up to you, don't "get in good" with them by insulting or undermining their parents. A family is important to children and again, unless they are being abused, the family should be put first. If a young person confides something in you that could be risky or dangerous to them, the parents should be told immediately. Parents need to be given the opportunity to support and help their kids. Adults should be mature enough to speak with the parents and explain the situation, instead of keeping secrets with the child. It won't do a child any good for an "adult" that they trust to not make the hard decision to consult the parents. In fact, it will only promote further bad behavior because the "adult secret keeper" is actually validating the bad behavior by keeping the secret.
All kids will make bad decisions at some point, and most kids will assume their parents are going to "kill them," but that is just not the case. Good parents will give consequences and deal with the problems and will continue to love their kids.... even when they are angry.
So today, if you have a young person in your life that is "telling" you things, encourage them to talk to their parents. If it something risky, let the parents know what is going on. Never undermine a child's family by talking badly about the kids parents. Put parents and family first, encourage kids, and empower parents by supporting the entire family and Live Inspired Now!

10 Ways To Build Self-Confidence:

10 Ways To Build Self-Confidence:

1- Avoid perfectionism. Perfectionism is actually the lowest possible standard one can have because it is unattainable. Nobody is perfect, don’t bother trying. Do your best and then celebrate what you have done. Nobody likes to see you complaining about how imperfect your cupcakes are, especially when they are enough to make Martha Stewart proud! You can self deprecate too much!

2- Dress up and feel great. Wear the outfit that is going to make you feel great! You know... the jeans that make your butt look amazing or the power suit that makes you feel very professional. Whatever it is, put it on and wear it like a cloak of confidence!

3- Smile. Your brain takes cues from your facial expressions and creates emotions to go along with it. Smile and your brain thinks you are happy and at ease. Smile even if you don’t mean it and soon you will mean it! (And a smile is the prettiest accessory you can wear!)

4- Practice makes perfect, you will feel more confident if you know your stuff. Practice, practice and practice some more! Giving a speech... practice in your car every chance you get. Nervous about making phone calls.... practice and role play with friends. Have a friend reject you over and over and get good at laughing about it! Rejection happens sometimes, so what, get past it and move on!

5- Compliment other people and make them feel good. You will have more confidence when you make others feel good. They will also regard you more for being such a nice person!

6- Use your body confidently. Stand up tall, don’t slouch, work out, walk faster, move your hands away from your body and spread your fingers apart. Don’t be clenched up or tighten your muscles, relax and don’t cross your arms. Good body language gives you more confidence and makes you more approachable to other people.

7- Give to others. You can never feel bad if you are doing good for others. You don’t have to give just money, give of your time or resources too. Volunteer, help others, get involved in a cause and find a way to make a difference in others lives. It will make you feel great and help you to become more self actualized as opposed to self focused.

8- Get up front, put yourself in front of others. Sit in the front row, walk to the front of a room, stand where everyone can see you, don’t be afraid to walk up to others. Or even if you are afraid, do it anyway. It is perfectly OK to be nervous, but don’t let the nerves keep you from your networking event, or from seeing your favorite speaker because you hid in the back of the room.

9- Pump yourself up with loud music or positive audio books. I use 80’s rock to get me going but use whatever makes you feel great! (You can’t go wrong with Prince or Guns N Roses... just sayin’.)

10- Get a cheering section. Know who your friends are, let them know what you are doing and ask for their support! Most friends want to see you succeed so ask them to “wish you luck, cross their fingers or cheer you on!” Also, talk about how you are feeling. Let them know that you are nervous and could use their support. Acknowledging your true feelings makes them less powerful and easier to get past! Also, focus on past successes and things you do well, to remind yourself that you know how to be successful and to encourage more confidence!

Build your confidence and Live Inspired Now!

Harness your inner Goddess!

Today is my first live on air broadcast with my friends Jodi and Joanne. Please check out the 3 Goddesses on Spreecast today at 11:00am by clicking this link: http://www.spreecast.com/events/come-watch-our-first-time#_=

Today we will be talking about "first times" and the fear that keeps us from doing things for the first time. Like the first time you have to speak in public or the first time you get called to the Principal's office for one of your kids, and even the first time you fall in love! Join me and the other 2 Goddesses, learn to overcome first time jitters, conquer your fears, and have some fun with us! We are all moms, we are all trained Strategic Intervention Coaches, all full of funny stories, and excited to share them with you!

So today, join us at 11:00am (it's free), have some fun, bring your questions and Live Inspired Now!

Do you know your loves favorites?

Make a list of your favorites and ask your lover to do the same. Maybe you already know them all but maybe you will be surprised by what you see when you exchange lists. Post your favorites in a prominent place too so your lover can refer to the list if they want to surprise you some time. It will also act like a "vision board" if you keep it where you see it all the time. Stay focused on your favorite things and manifest them into your life! Make your list, check out your partners or your kids, have fun and Live Inspired Now!

Here is MY list of favorites:

Food: Vegetarian Shepard's Pie
Color: Green
Movie: The Breakfast Club
Destination: Montana
Sweet Treat: Creme Brulee'
Actor: Sylvester Stallone
Actress: Sandra Bullock
Singer: Prince
Band: Guns n Roses
Animal: Penguins

Handle your shit....

The only people we should be saving is ourselves, we need to take responsibility and handle our "shit." I often see people "play the victim" so they can get attention or because they don't want to invest their own time into solving a problem so they look to someone else to "rescue" them. You don't need rescuing, you need empowerment! Put on your big girl panties and tiara and take care of your business! It is great to get help when you truly need it but to constantly rely on others to take care of you is a disservice to yourself. Let this become your mantra: "I can handle it!" There is nothing YOU can't handle..... just stop telling yourself that you can't. You are Queens (and Kings) and can take on anything! When you are confident and strong and take care of yourself, you attract others like that too. You can always find someone to take care of you, but that will not be a high quality relationship. Build a strong connection by being someone who can also take care of their partner when necessary. A successful relationship means that you each put the others needs first. A person who only gives will eventually get sick of giving all the time and a taker will eventually get bored with the giver. Be someone who is happy alone but loves being together. Be strong, be confident, be loving and kind, empower yourself and build strong, healthy relationships, proudly wear your tiara and Live Inspired Now!

What did he just whisper in your ear???

There is something romantic about things whispered softly in your ear. The other night, Thad and I were settling in for the evening. We had spent the entire day working hard cleaning, painting, and removing carpets at the new house and we were both exhausted. We have no furniture in the new house yet so we just have a mattress on the floor but we have a spectacular view! So from our mattress we laid there and watched the stars and listened to the water and peepers. Just as I was half way between consciousness and sleep, Thad whispered something really sweet in my ear! It was so romantic and sweet and created a magic moment that I will never forget! It doesn't have to be any specific time of day, but today, whisper something really touching in your lovers ear. Go with something really mushy and sweet and see how your lover responds. Loving whispers go straight to the heart. Speak to your lovers heart, make them feel so completely important and love and Live Inspired Now!

YOU might have a learning disability and not even know it!

The inability to learn is not a disability, the refusal to learn is a disability. People who think they know it all and have nothing to learn from others have a disability called ego. You can always be open to learning new things, you don't have to believe them, but be open to observation. My brother in law posted this morning about a football player that was entering the draft. The sports commentator said that he had some talents but was seriously disadvantaged because he would not listen to other people, he was very cocky and felt like he didn't need to learn anything else. My brother in law called this a learning disability and I thought about how profound that statement was.
I work with many kids that have "learning disabilities" but are willing to learn. I think the only true disability is the unwillingness to learn, grow or evolve beyond what you already are. The only thing "stupid" is thinking you are smart enough, or smarter than everyone else.
So today, put ego aside, know that you are not done learning until you are done living. Empower yourself through humility and a willingness to listen, observe, and learn. Encourage children to master skills and get excited about new things. Drop the debilitating ego, grow beyond your circumstances, be open to new things and Live Inspired Now!

Remind your lover......

Whenever Thad goes away for business, we always write one another love letters. In the beginning of our relationship, before we lived together, we wrote love letters each night. It was a beautiful way to express our love and gratitude for one another and to keep our relationship as our top priority. Make time each day to express your love to one another. People get so caught up in the day to day routine that they often just forget to prioritize their lover. Relationships are whats truly important in life, don't put them second, third or even worse... last. If you are not happy with your partner, spouse, or lover, it makes everything else feel bad too. How AMAZING would you feel to receive a heartfelt love letter from your significant other? Why not write one to them and make them feel amazing too! It has to start somewhere.... so today, write a love letter to your partner. Express your feelings, thoughts, and emotions.... be as mushy as you can! Put it on paper, in an email or even a text, it doesn't have to be long... but let your loved one know how special they are! See how if effects your relationship when you continue to let the other person know how special they are to you!
Ohhh..... try sticking a love letter in your partners pant pocket or lunch bag to find later! FUN! I try to hide little love reminders all over for Thad to find. He has them hanging in his office, the home office, next to his side of the bed, in his truck and other places as well! I always want my man to be reminded of my love and devotion for him, and let him know that HE is the most important thing in my entire life! He does the same for me! So don't forget to write your love letters today... be romantic, open your heart, have fun with it and Live Inspired Now!

People are not projects....

Unless you are a fireman, EMT worker, police man or other type of first responder, you should not be "rescuing" people. People don't need to be saved or rescued. They need to save themselves, and most times they do that only by hitting rock bottom. I think this might be why coaching works so well because coaches don't enable, they empower. People need to learn how to empower themselves to make changes that will create a life they love. You don't get the chance to do that if someone is "saving" you every time you fall. Just the way a baby would never learn to walk if you scooped him up after his first fall. People make mistakes and the best thing we can do is to let people learn from them. It is not your job to fix, save,  or rescue another person. It is wonderful and lovely to help people, but if you are "helping" them with the same thing over and over, you are enabling them. People are not projects, they need love and kindness but it is up to them to create or re-create their own lives. I learned this lesson many times over in my life. It is noble to want to help others, it is selfish and unrealistic to think you are their savior.
Look at the people in your life. Are they people that should be in your life? There is a difference between being friendly and being friends. Be "friendly" to everyone, but be "friends" with those people who are like minded and who will not take advantage of you or abuse your friendship. Learn and live the difference, inspire and empower but do not enable, and Live Inspired Now!

Forget the forest... look at the tree!

I was inspired yesterday by Thad and his constant composure. He is able to maintain calm through almost anything! I was talking to him this morning about how after many hours spent with the kids, I need to go and decompress for a bit while he is still calm, cool, and collected. I started to feel kind of guilty for needing a break from them when he is so capable of just letting it all go and that is when I realized what was going on. Thad is able to take each situation separately while I see them as a whole big picture. Thad says he sees the tree but I see the entire forest.
I was explaining to him that when I am with the kids, I am listening, processing, and figuring out how everything will impact them and their future. For example: when Carrie came home from her dads with a migraine yesterday. I had to do an investigation: What did you eat? How long have you had it? Did you drink enough water today? Then upon determining what went wrong, I had to try and fix it: Drink some water, lay down, do not eat any more junk food, take a warm shower and let me give you a hug. Then I thought about the long term effects: Will she have migraines forever? Should I consult a nutritionist and change her diet? How will this impact her in the future?
So while Thad just dealt with the immediate situation, I had to turn it into a full blown intervention! I would love to say that I am perfect, but clearly I am not. lol. Now that I realize that I was doing that, I have an opportunity to make a different choice. Next time one of the kids has an issue, I am going to deal with the issue at hand rather than globalizing the entire problem. Funny how well I do this in every other area of life but when it comes to the kids, I was so concerned with the "what ifs" that I was stressing myself out.
So today, look at each situation that comes up for what it is, not what it "might" be. It is fine to look at the big picture sometimes, but you don't need to every time. And while some people say "You can't see the forest through the trees...." I say, just look at the tree, you don't have to see the whole forest. Sometimes in looking at the entire forest you miss the beauty and uniqueness of each individual tree. Watch, love, participate and enjoy each and every moment and Live Inspired Now!

His, hers....SCREW IT... it's ALL MINE!!!

I often hear from couples that they are fighting over who "owns" what. Maybe the house is in his name and in a moment of anger he screams "this is MY house!" Or maybe the wife reminds the husband that "I make the money, it's mine and I get to decide how we spend it." Or even worse, "these are MY kids and you don't make the rules for them." UHG! Just break up now and move on!!! Toothbrushes and underwear are things you can claim as ONLY yours but why not share everything else? If you are in a relationship where you don't trust your partner enough to share your home, your kids, your finances or your truth with, then you are not in the right relationship. In fact, you are probably the one abusing the relationship! Now obviously if you just started dating someone, you should take your time to get to know and trust them. However, if you are in a long term relationship and sharing your life with someone, you should be sharing everything. Yours and mine only cause resentment and hurt feelings. It will eventually lead to a break up or, if you stay together, a passionless, mediocre, unhappy relationship.
If you love him, share you world with him, if you can't because you don't trust him, then either seek help to strengthen your relationship or move on! Relationships can be repaired, but it gets harder to do so, the longer you let resentment build up. What do you value more? Your life partner or "YOUR things?" What are you really building? A business partnership or a relationship?
Stop fighting about his, hers, and mine and share you life together. Share everything and don't abuse it, or each other. So today, stop the cycle of fighting about who owns what. Develop a deeper love that goes well beyond things and stuff. Create a bond that unites not separates and Live and Love Inspired Now!

PS: If you need help getting past petty differences in your relationship... call now. I have the tools to transform your relationship in ONE SESSION!

Do THIS and feel awesome no matter what.....

I cannot stress this enough; if you want to feel good, do good things for other people and you will feel amazing! So Harry came home from school yesterday and tells me that he took extra money to school so he could do something nice. He then went on to explain that the "big cookies" in the lunch room are $1.00 and he brought $5.00 with him. He purchased 5 big cookies, kept 1 and gave 4 away. He said he was walking through the lunch room and some kid said "Hey, you have too many cookies. Can I have one?" and Harry said "Sure!" Harry said the kid couldn't believe it when Harry just smiled and handed him one. He also gave one to a friend and a couple to random strangers.
Harry said "Mom, I felt so GREAT!!!" He went on to say that he totally understands what I mean about helping people and how good it feels. He said that he was helping because it made people feel pretty happy.
What a proud mom moment! He did this all on his own without prompting too! I cannot stress enough how important it is to teach our kids about helping others and giving beyond themselves. The true way to happiness is through service, kindness, and compassion. Today, ask your kids to do an act of kindness for someone, or do one yourself.
 Here are just a few suggestions:
-pay for the coffee for the guy behind you in line
-buy an extra coffee for the homeless guy you walk by
-offer to carry something that looks heavy
-hold doors and smile
-compliment people... especially if they seem to be having a bad day
-offer to run an errand for someone
-let people cut in front of you while driving
-give your kids some extra money to buy extra snacks for friends
-buy pizza for the office
-volunteer
-send cards to kids in the hospital
-support kids/people going through medical challenges

No matter what you do.... feel good knowing you are doing something for others. These are just a few examples of some of the easier things you can do.... feel free to go above and beyond if you are so inspired! Get out there and do good things, feel great about it and Live Inspired Now!

Say something nice or SHUT UP!

It is so nice to be around people who truly love and adore their spouse! How bad does it feel when someone is talking to you and bashing the person they are supposed to love? They talk all about the limitations or downfalls of their "loved one" and it can make you feel really uncomfortable. I had a co-worker years ago that always spoke down about his wife, I can't think of one nice thing that he ever had to say about her. Then when I met her, I was surprised and delighted by how lovely she was. Of course then I felt bad because clearly SHE was stuck with someone who didn't value her at all! I LOVE hearing people when they brag about their spouses. I often brag about mine! (Of course you all already know how truly amazing Thad is!)
How good would your spouse feel if you were to brag about them? Say really nice things about them to your co-workers or drop a couple lines about how grateful you are for them on facebook? How important would you make them feel if they knew that you thought they were Superman/woman? Remember also, your spouse is a reflection of the choice YOU made. So if you are talking down about someone, it only reflects badly on you. (If you are in a situation where the relationship is ending, you still should not talk badly about the other person.)
So today... go ahead and brag a little about the one you love, speak and regard them highly, make them feel really important and Live Inspired Now!

Is that YOUR stinkin thinkin that smells so bad?

Recently I was speaking with a client who expressed to me that she was afraid she would never feel truly good about her relationship and that she was feeling resentful. I knew things had been going well recently so I wondered what was different. She had spent time that day telling another friend all about the troubles her and her boyfriend had gone through in the past with affairs. She asked me why she felt so crappy when things had been going well.
This is what I told her: "You don't know how bad standing or stagnate water smells until you stir it up." If the swamp is just sitting there, you never smell it, but when you start wading around in it, you smell how gross it is. This is the same with what we focus on. If you sit and talk about all the bad things that happened in the past, you will feel bad. Don't mire yourself in the stench..... break that pattern and ONLY talk about the good stuff! Talk about the things your boyfriend and you have been doing lately, all the great moments and laughs you have shared. There really is no reason to revisit history unless you want to keep feeling badly about it.
She totally got what I was saying and it helped her to remember that although things aren't perfect, they are still really good and they have both worked hard to make their relationship so much better!
Today, focus solely on the positive, feel great, be grateful, smile, listen to happy music, tell only positive uplifting stories, and Live Inspired Now!

Time to stop asking for permission....

How often do you look to others to validate what you are doing? You do not need another person's permission to be great! I often hear people say "I don't want to do it until someone else does" or they won't express their true feelings about something until someone else makes it OK to do so. You don't have to make sure that others feel the same way to know if you are right. You don't have to wait until someone else "goes in" before you, so you know you are not alone. Empower yourself to do, say, think, act, react and interact however YOU feel is right despite what anyone else does or doesn't do! You are the ONLY one who lives inside your head, you are the only one who has to be comfortable with yourself when you lay your head on your pillow, you are the ONLY person who reflects back when you look in the mirror. You do not need anyone else to "make it OK" for you to be you! You will never need permission to take a stand, to rebel, to say what you feel, to try something new, to like or dislike something, to do what you feel is right for your kids, to be fabulous or to be quiet and reserved, you don't need permission to be YOU!
So today, step with comfort into your own self realization and tell anyone who doesn't like it that their opinion of you is none of your business! Be authentic, ignore and avoid all judgement by others, love who you are and Live Inspired Now!

It's a slippery slope to loserville....

You know it's a slippery slope when you start making bad decisions or lowering standards. That "one time" you tried something that was not in alignment with your core values, that "one person" you knew you should have avoided, or that "one place" you said you would never go to. Just as soon as we allow ourselves to take the first step toward destruction, it becomes like a slippery slope and we slide all the way down until we crash at the bottom. The next time you are tempted to engage in something risky like drugs, alcohol, promiscuity, over indulging, or flirting with disaster, remember who you are, and who you would never want to become before making that decision! It takes more courage and integrity to do what is right and maintain your standards and then you won't have to pack your bags for "loserville!" Once you move to "loserville" or "crazytown," it becomes MUCH harder to get out.... so just don't go there! You have all heard the stories of lovely people who just tried something once and got hooked and it ruined their life. The best way to prevent falling down a slippery slope is by never standing on the edge! So today, promote positive living by avoiding risky or unhealthy practices, set a great example of maintaining high standards and Live Inspired Now!

Don't wait for tragedy to put it all into perspective...

Don't wait for tragedy to remind you to live a full life, to express your true emotions, and to make time for those who are important. Every time our country faces a tragedy people start to really think about what is important and they start to prioritize things differently. Unfortunately, after some time has passed we tend to revert back to our old ways... working too much, forgetting to tell people we love them, ignoring our feelings, focusing on the negative and slowly crawling back into our "comfort zone." Life begins outside of that comfort zone, that is why tragedy shakes us up so much, it reminds us that we are not truly in control and that anything can happen. Don't wait for tragedy to strike to remind us how important it is to truly live and love life and all that it has to offer. Don't wait for tragedy to remind you to appreciate our military, law enforcement, first responders, and all other hero's that walk amongst us. Today, and EVERYDAY, get outside of your comfort zone, express your feelings for others, be grateful for your many blessings, tell people you love them, spend time with those you love, do a random act of kindness, do something to thank our "everyday hero's" and Live Inspired Now... not later... NOW!

Let go or lose more....

I am so pumped up about the workshops I taught yesterday. I met so many great people and as always, I was inspired! During the second workshop a man asked about letting go. He was wondering how long to continue fighting for someone that didn't want him back. I talked to him about detachment and letting go. I told him that holding on to things too hard causes them to break and I asked him who this was really about.
If someone has clearly expressed that they do not want to be with you yet you continue to push, fight, stalk, call, text or obsess over the person or the relationship, it is NOT about the other person. You don't "love" them, you are working out of a place of ego. It is all about you and what you want. Your desires, your emotions, your need and that can be extremely overwhelming to another person. If you truly loved someone, you would let them go. In many cases, when you do let them go and they see that you are willing to put their needs and wants first, that is when they see how selfless you are and that can create a deeper connection. The old cliche is true: If you love someone let them go.... if they come back then it was meant to be. I also reminded him that some of the best things in life have resulted when you let go of what you think you need so much. I talked breakups; when we go through a break up it hurts but then down the road when you find that truly amazing relationship, you are grateful for the past breakups because it brought you to today. If you had not let go, you might still be miserable and never had found the right person!
It is all about letting go and realizing that we do not control anyone but ourselves. The best way to live inspired and to have good people around us is to treat ourselves well. Magic moments are always filled with kindness. We need to be kind to ourselves and trust that things will work out. We don't have to hold on to everything and everyone so tightly, we can let go and trust that it will all work out for the best. People deserve loving, kind relationships with others who truly appreciate them and want to share their life with them.
Is it time for YOU to let go of something or someone? What are the consequences if you don't? Think about letting go, trusting the Universe and Live Inspired Now!

Guest Blogger: Joanne LaRocco

Empaths Unite!!! With so many changes in Energy Shifts and The Awakening, many of us are getting hit hard emotionally, especially Empaths!
Empaths feel energy and emotions of others as if they were their own. If you are an Empath and are not aware, you can get confused, depressed and physically ill. Most Empaths will get a sudden and overwhelming burst of sadness, depression or anger and they have no clue why. Some low frequency individuals a/k/a “psychic vampires” will drain you, leaving you exhausted after every encounter. Who are the five closest people in your life? Do they inspire you or drain you? This makes all the difference in keeping up your positive energy levels.
What can you do to protect yourself? First off, being grounded and balanced is a must, along with knowing how to calm your mind through practices such as meditation. If you are perfectly fine one minute and then feeling despair the next, you need to know where it is coming from. Most probably, it is not yours to own or keep. Once you realize this, bless the emotion/feeling and release it by sending it away. You can also cleanse and protect your home from negative energy by smudging with sage, using holy water, dragon’s blood incense, sea salt, cinnamon and mirrors. Having such great Empathy is a gift! If you need more info, Just Ask Jo!
Joanne LaRocco is an Intuitive life Coach who combines Strategic Intervention, life experiences with her metaphysical gifts and guidance from the Archangels.
-Joanne LaRocco
Justaskjo.com
917-207-7327

Guest Blogger: Jodi Brichta-Coyne

"Look at that face, those cute puppy dog eyes...everyone should have their own Gremlin like a cute, cuddly pet. In fact, we all have Gremlins living inside of us who are, at this very moment, wreaking havoc. Although we can not see them, we may think they are good-natured, and will do us no harm, the fact is ...they do. DON'T listen to them! They try to trick you into constantly believing what is right and wrong and use your ego to buy into it. Once your ego buys into it, it causes you stress and then your body goes into flight or fight. If you stay there too long (its what the Gremlin wants) your body starts to become ill, overwhelmed, depressed and then all sorts of physical symptoms start showing up to signal to you that you should not listen to the Gremlin, instead.. listen to YOU. Trust, care, and love yourself enough to learn how to ask; "is this true?" if it's not, (which is most of the time) learn to forgive, let it go. You have to trust your intuition enough to realize by letting it go and not succumbing to the trickery of your Gremlin that not only does it benefit yourself (body, mind, spirit) it benefits all those around you that you love. Remember, they may look cute and cuddly and you think they are doing you good however, just like people, looks can be very deceiving. Don't be fooled! Trust your self enough to let go of thoughts that no longer serve you or make you happy, you'll be glad you did...."YOU" deserve it."
-Jodi Brichta-Coyne;
momgoddesscoach.com

Boost your self appreciation.....

I had a client recently that was focusing on all the challenges she was facing. I asked her to tell me what she had accomplished in her life and she couldn't really recall anything. I pointed out what was obvious to me.... she had beautiful children, a new home, a loving husband, and countless other blessings. She then realized that she truly did have so much and she started rattling off all the other things she had accomplished or was grateful for. Sometimes in our quest for more, more, more, we forget to appreciate ourselves for what we have already done. Today, write yourself a "thank you" note. State all the reasons you are grateful to your SELF. Maybe you are thankful that you were smart enough to walk away from a situation or temptation. Maybe you are thankful for persevering through school or sticking with a job to support your family. Maybe you are thankful that you are kind and well mannered. Write down as much as you can... try not to leave anything out! Then post it somewhere for easy reference and during times of self doubt, refer to it and remember to appreciate yourself. So today, get started on your letter of thanks to you, focus on all that you have not what you lack and Live Inspired Now!

What unites couples......

Did you know a couple can come together through a mutual attraction of one another's ego? If you do not resonate on a true level of love, respect and compassion for one another, you may have started your relationship based on unhealthy attractions. Often times people will be attracted to what the other person can do for them, even unintentionally. We have all heard of people who find a partner because he or she is wealthy but it goes much deeper than that. Some people might be seeking people that they can "fix" because it makes them feel important to be needed, or it gives them a sense of sub-conscious importance over others. Other people may be seeking to "save" someone in crisis because it makes them feel like the hero. The person being "saved" may very well be looking for someone to rescue them so they don't have to do it on their own, they want the "knight in shining armor" to make everything all better. Or perhaps you know a couple that came together through affairs, they were married to other people but connected to "escape" the current relationship. These are all examples of people who unite ego's not hearts.
Relationships based on ego attraction are unlikely to last forever because they are based on things that will change. A relationship with a foundation built on love, trust and compassion for one another is much stronger and can sustain outside influence. A relationship built on ego attraction never establishes a solid foundation and can easily crumble. Also, when the drama, crisis, or rescuing is over, the couple may get bored and wonder what happened.
If your relationship started on ego attraction, become aware and take steps to establish a loving connection. If you are single and looking, start looking at ways to connect with someone on a deeper level. If you are starting over after a break up, do some soul searching and figure out what attracted you to your past relationships and make changes if needed. For those of you in Upstate, NY, I am teaching a FREE relationship workshop this coming Wednesday at Natur-Tyme in Syracuse, NY. Please see "Upcoming Workshops" for more information and Live Inspired Now!

Life... just do this!

 

It really is as easy as taking care of yourself. You don't need the next dieting fad, you don't need a new routine, you don't need the next self help book... you already know what you need! Eat, move, hydrate, sleep and love, then repeat daily. Take care of yourself, stop watching television, stop dwelling on your past, stop eating garbage, stop going to anger, stop putting up walls, stop being sedentary, stop participating in the drama, stop drinking soda, stop yelling, stop insulting yourself and others, stop hating, stop settling for mediocrity and START LIVING INSPIRED! Life can be easy if you let it, take care of yourself, make the best choices you can, live a clean, healthy life, practice daily until it becomes habit and Live Inspired Now!

PS: Contact me if YOU are ready to live INSPIRED... I will support and encourage you through the process and you will LOVE your results!

Don't sugar coat it!

I was having tea with a friend the other day and telling her about the food detox that I am doing with another friend. I told her that I wanted to lose the 20 lbs I have gained in the past couple of years because I felt like a total fat ass. She was completely taken aback by my self deprecation and very kindly tried to convince me that I was not fat and I was beautiful just the way I am etc. I explained to her that I still LOVE myself, love my body and have full confidence in my own beauty but I was not going to sugar coat my weight gain because then I wouldn't have the motivation to lose the weight. I am all for using beautiful and loving self talk but I am also all about keeping it real and right now I feel fat! (Granted it's only 20 lbs but for me, that is a lot.)
I refuse to "sugar coat" how I am feeling. When I express my discomfort with the extra 20 lbs, it has nothing to do with who I am as a person, how much I contribute to the world, nor does it impact my overall confidence. I LOVE me! But I also want to feel physically comfortable and I will do that by tweaking my food and exercise routine. So my friend Peg is hosting this 7 day detox which helps people discover their food sensitivities, kick sugar and lose weight naturally without dieting. I am totally looking forward to losing my extra 20 lbs and getting back on track.
So today, if you want to make a change, don't sugar coat it, say what you really mean and put some emotion behind your goal! You are more likely to follow through with something you are passionate about! Think about it.... which statement seems more likely for success?
1- I want to lose a few pounds.
2- I am sick and tired of being a fat ass and I WILL lose this weight, I WILL not settle for less, I WILL feel great, I WILL have more energy, I WILL be healthy and I WILL love myself through the entire process!
Number 2 has a much higher chance of ultimate success because of the passion. So get passionate, get motivated and keep practicing it, Don't sugar coat your goals, don't settle for less than you want and Live Inspired Now!!!

PS: Here is a link to my friend Peg's program if you would like to check it out: www.detoxwithPeg.com 

Do something crazy!

 

Have you ever wanted to just break free from the mundane and do something "crazy?" Like skip out on work and go fly a kite, take a spontaneous vacation, or sign you and your spouse up for dance lessons? Sometimes you just have to fill your need for variety by doing something out of your comfort zone... which is often called crazy. Notice that I said "crazy" not destructive or irresponsible, just something that will let you know you are alive and a vibrant soul fully capable of living with passion and enjoying every moment! So today, do something fun and crazy, remember that life is FUN and should be enjoyed and Live Inspired Now! 

Your authentic self....

Wow! It's a whole new day and we woke up which means it's another opportunity to LIVE life to the fullest! Many of us are so focused on our transformation, focusing on who we will become that we forget to be aligned with who we already are. Living in alignment means living a life that is authentically you. You are not guided by what others think or say and you are comfortable with yourself. You are the only one that has to live in your head, so do things that will make you feel a deep appreciation for who you are, where you have come from, and all that you have done. Life is short and today is your new opportunity to start again! So today, get out there and enjoy life, live in alignment with your core values, focus on joy and Live Inspired Now!

PS: I know I have done posts similar to this one but I dreamed about it last night so I thought I better post it... perhaps someone needs to hear this?

Make today a good memory for tomorrow...

If we ask ourselves this question "What did I do yesterday that was worth mentioning?" we might make better choices each day. What did I provide of value to myself, my family, my friends, my school, my neighbors, my community, my world yesterday? How might I do that today so I can feel good about the answer tomorrow? Each day we have the opportunity to make a difference somehow. We can make someone smile, help a friend in need, hold or hug someone, treat ourselves well, start something new, begin again, send that letter, make that call, work and provide for our family, clean something..... there are millions of things we can do each day to impact our world. They don't have to be huge things, the small things often make a huge difference, and many small things can transform the world! So today, make the very most of the day, do something that you will be proud to remember tomorrow and Live Inspired Now!

Curb appeal.....

Make your home welcoming by giving the front of your house some curb appeal! Let people see your good will and energy reflected in your surroundings. You don't have to spend a lot of money, sometimes the best landscaping is a nice clean yard free of debris or clutter. Thad and I added some much needed curb appeal for under $200.00 with a new park bench, landscaping logs, and a few potted plants. We had stone on hand from another project and we took huge stepping stones out of our creek.
Your home is the place you return to each day, even if you rent, you can make it a lovely place. Spring is finally here!! Today, let's spruce up our surroundings, let people see your welcoming energy and Live Inspired Now!

The right path....

Life is a journey and whatever path you are on, it is the right one. It is right because it leads you to where you want to be, OR where you don't want to be and then you can correct. We are all exactly where we need to be in the moment. We are either happy and moving forward or learning lessons that will help us in the future. We all make bad decisions sometimes, we all have set backs, and we all wish we had made better choices at some point, but everything we have done has led us to this moment. There are many decisions I have made in my life that I know were not the best but looking back now, I know they were exactly right because of where they led me. I am exactly where I want to be today because of the fortunes, mistakes, happiness and misery I have experienced up to now. We should always try and do our best, try to make the best choices we can that will enhance our lives, but if we mess up, that's OK too. Everything always works out the way it is supposed to. I often think of a friend who had a terrible break up. She truly thought she would not survive the pain but I assured her that it would all work out. Nobody ever thinks of pain as a blessing but it often is. In the end, she did get through the pain of her break up and she went on to eventually meet the man of her dreams! I reminded her that had she not had that pain, she would have never had the opportunity to meet her current husband and she is truly happy now.
Wherever you are today in your journey, be grateful for it. It may not be exactly where you want to be at the moment, but hang in there, all things work out for the greater good. Stay focused on the positive, make the best decisions you know how to make, stay on the path and Live Inspired Now!

Just be yourself....

We are always at our best and strongest when we are living in alignment with who we truly are. Never try to become someone else or act in a way that is out of character for you. YOU don't have to be anyone but you! When we put on a facade we tell our own souls that we are not good enough, that we could not be accepted as we are.
We all wear many hats and have to act appropriately in our surroundings. You might not act the same way at work as you do hanging out with your friends and that is OK. It is good to understand what is appropriate behavior for different social settings but don't change who you are at your core. You can alter behavior but don't alter your values. Don't jump on the bandwagon when it rolls through just because that is what everyone else is doing. Don't go along with things you disagree with because your friends are doing it. Don't let anyone pressure you into doing or being anything that you don't align with. If you ever make a decision that you don't feel is right because you are afraid to lose someone, that person is probably someone worth losing. For example, many years ago I had a friend who was constantly going to bars and drinking because she thought her boyfriend would leave her if she didn't. She didn't want him to think she wasn't fun, she thought he would leave her if she was too "serious." She was essentially making herself a prisoner. She was doing things to make him "stay" with her but she was totally unhappy. I wondered how long it would take her to realize that the happiness she sought in him would never be found while she hated herself. She eventually broke up with him and moved forward and she learned that you cannot find happiness in being someone you are not.
So today, be yourself, don't compromise your beliefs, opinions or values for anyone and Live Inspired Now!

Get rid of it!

It is time for some spring cleaning! I have been cleaning and de-cluttering our house so we can sell it because we are moving this summer. I am not sure how we accumulated so much stuff, especially since I THOUGHT I was the queen of un-cluttered. I am waiting to be stripped of that title any day now! lol. We let things pile up and surround us for no reason, get rid of all the things you don't need or haven't used. I told the kids, if you haven't looked at it, used it, played with it or even thought about it in 3 months, get rid of it! We are donating so much stuff and that feels really good!
We should de-clutter our non-tangible life as well. Isn't it time to stop carrying around all those hurt feelings, sadness or any type of negative emotions? Or maybe it's time to re-evaluate some of your friendships? If the emotion, feeling or even the friend doesn't enhance your life in a positive way, get rid of it! Let everything you keep be useful, beautiful or empowering, and Live Inspired Now!

Hard work....

If you want something bad enough, you will be willing to do whatever it takes to get it, including hard work! I was thinking about this over the past weekend when Thad and I were working so hard to landscape our yard. I am really excited to give the house some curb appeal so we were digging up dirt, removing large stones, installing rock beds, and getting things ready to plant. It was so much work and my body was sore everywhere but we really wanted it and we made it happen. This is our attitude with almost everything, if we want it, it is up to us to make it happen!
You won't die from hard work but you will sleep well at night! Nothing like some manual labor to help you sleep like a log. Is there something in life that you really want? Are you willing to work hard to achieve it? Life provides many magic moments but it doesn't make dreams happen by magic. Make a plan, roll up your sleeves and get to work! Clear, consistent, focus and action make your dreams come true! You are in control of your dreams becoming reality... go out there and make it happen and Live Inspired Now!

Say less, do more!

Some people talk about it, some people just do it. Today, when everyone else is discussing, planning, troubleshooting, or debating, be the one who is "doing." Enough said... I am off to make a difference! Have a great day and Live Inspired Now!

Energy effects ALL....

Your energy, good or bad, effects everyone around including pets. One bad attitude can hurt an entire family just as easily as one really happy person can bring light and peace. What are you bringing to those around you? Have you ever been around someone who is festering with anger or rage? Even if that person is not saying anything, you can still feel the intense energy and it makes you feel uncomfortable. Sometimes I feel like I want to run out of the room or escape when a person's energy is heavy or hostile like that. Even animals can sense it and will go hide.
I often wonder if there is a correlation between pit bull attacks and their owners energy. You hear about pit bulls (or other dogs) becoming vicious and attacking people yet some people raise pit bulls and they are are docile and lovable. Do people with angry energy tend to buy these types of dogs and are they transferring their own energy to the animal? Just something to think about I suppose.... but I DO know that animals can be just as vulnerable to energy as any human can be.
Knowing all this, we should be careful about what type of energy we are sharing with people, especially our children. Kids are extremely intuitive and are highly susceptible to energy transference. Be sure they are surrounded with lots of positive, healing and joyous energy and avoid people who bring them down. Nobody wants to be around someone who is perpetually pessimistic, unwell, negative, or unwilling to release themselves from unhappiness.
So today, check your own energy.... how are you feeling and what are you conveying to others? Ask your family how they feel around certain people and see if you can notice a trend. Ask your kids if they can sense how other people feel and if it matches the way they appear. Teach the kids about energy and become aware of your own and Live Inspired Now!