January 2010
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Why We Don't Say "No" More Often
(You can click the “Play” button in the player below to listen to the audio. Or read the transcribed text below the player.)
Have you caught yourself overwhelmed, drained, or feeling more obligated than motivated to help others?
Oftentimes, when we get to this point, we ask ourselves, “How did I ever get to this??”
Just as often, we can trace back our getting to this breaking...
What Happens When You Don't Get Your Way?
numbnomore:
As I was growing up I was taught not to expect anything. I was taught that I wasn’t worthy of receiving. And I was taught that I may as well give up hoping that it would ever change. Screw that.
I am learning to ask for what I need. I get frustrated when other people don’t cooperate with me on this. When I muster up the courage to put a voice to my needs it’s a pretty big deal...
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New Year's Reflections: A reader comment
Debbie had a comment about the New Year’s Reflections.
If we reflect that mean’s we have to think right?
Just kidding I think this is such a great idea, because we alway’s make plan’s. But, if there in front of you in black & white. Some how that make’s them more realistic. I certainly think so. That way you can’t just forget them so easy and push them to...
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New Year's Reflection #5: Lessons
We finish the first week of 2010 by setting its foundation with the gems of 2009.
Start this reflection with a little relaxation:
Then, grab a pen and a journal and take a listen to this New Year’s Reflection.
New Year’s Reflection #5: Lessons
Every year, we learn lessons that could only be taught by that gracioius teacher, Experience. Last year was no exception.
Take...
Reflection on Accomplishments
Listing my accomplishments was difficult for me to do; it took me a bit to warm up. And *I* wrote the freakin’ reflection myself. But I think that’s why I have to do these things on a regular basis - otherwise, I don’t ever give myself credit for anything. I think that’s why we all have to do this regularly.
Making a list like this is not boastful action. It’s just...
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New Year's Reflection #4: Decisions
Before we start reflecting, be sure to take a moment to relax first. Get your pen and paper (or journal) in front of you, and listen to the relaxation audio below.
Click the “Play”-button on the Cinch audio player below to begin your relaxation:
Now pick up your pen or pencil and listen to today’s reflection.
Today’s New Year’s Reflection: Decisions
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