CHILDREN ARE PASSIONATE TEACHERS Children live life in the present moment with passion, emotion, and a sense of awe. They are not bogged down with an inner critical voice. They are naturally guided by an internal knowing that they are uniquely delightful. They are alive with passion. If we let…
By Diane | Published January 29, 2021 | Posted in 12 Ways | Tagged 12 Ways, Actions, Childlike, Healthy, Interests, Kindness, Mindset, Motivation, Self-Inquiry, Spiritual, Strengths, Truth, Wellbeing, Wonder, Words|
LISTENING IS A GIFT Listening is an invisible communication interaction that enhances relationships. Heartfelt and deep listening are rare gifts that we can give to others. Allowing silence to enter our conversations holds the richest potential for demonstrating respect, care, and attentiveness. It is an extraordinary person who can be…
By Diane | Published January 22, 2021 | Posted in 12 Ways | Tagged 12 Things, Actions, Critical, Curious, Heart, Listen, Talking, Technology, Wellbeing, Words|
WHAT DO I WANT? A simple question: “What do I want?” If someone asked you that question today, how would you respond? A four-word question that halts many smart, secure, and rational persons in their tracks. “What Do I Want?” It is a rich question overflowing with possibilities. Challenge yourself…
WHAT IS YOUR TRUTH? What does it mean to Speak Your Truth? Truth telling is the practice of honestly expressing our ideas, opinions, and making direct requests with the expectation that we will be acknowledged. The desire to be known, appreciated, and included are universal relationship bonds. The human motivator…
By Diane | Published January 8, 2021 | Posted in 12 Ways | Tagged Actions, Beliefs, Honesty, Ideas, Opinions, Passions, Self-Inquiry, Strengths, Truth, Values|
SELECT ONE WORD TO GUIDE YOU IN THE YEAR AHEAD For years I have encouraged my coaching clients to select one word to guide their lives for the next year. It can start at any point in the year—New Year’s, Birthday, or any significant date that has meaning. I have…
By Diane | Published January 1, 2021 | Posted in 12 Ways | Tagged 12 Ways, Anger, Motivation, Powerful, Wellbeing, Whimsical, Wholehearted, Winning, Wise, Witnessing, Words, Worthy|