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How To Change Anything

How To Change Anything In my work, I talk with people every day about the things that hold them back from creating the life they want to have. These things range from thoughts of dis-empowerment, feelings of depression or fear, to behaviors like procrastination and avoidance. When I tell them the answer to creating the change they want, it always sounds too good to be true. Usually, if it sounds too good to be true, it is not true, right? This is the one exception: our mind. We complicate our lives to the point that we box ourselves into a corner, with no way out.

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Failure is a gift. Really?

Failure is a gift. Really? The scientific method is the best way to conduct objective research. So we think. Lets pretend you are conducting an experiment. You do some research to educate yourself about a particular topic, and then you make a hypothesis. Next, you set up an experiment in the most objective way possible to prove your hypothesis. Right? The next thing to happen is an analysis of your results. What happens when your results do not match what you believed would happen? What if your results disprove your hypothesis? When this happens, some people say, “Huh.

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I Am Enough

I Am Enough I would LOVE to write a post that has 5 easy steps, or 3 simple ways to evaluate your belief system. From where I sit today, that is simply not possible. Awareness of self and the belief systems we have is a life's work. It takes time, patience, and commitment to change. This awareness is something that we all do, and will continue to practice for our entire life. The first phase of this life's work is overcoming a commonly held belief that “I am not enough.” Strong enough. Smart enough. Emotional enough. Sensitive enough. Tough enough. Thin enough. You get the picture.

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Goal Setting Instruction Booklet The Long and Short of It

Goal Setting Instruction Bookletr The Long and Short of Itr Created By: Sybil R Smith Have you ever made unrealistic goals? Do you neglect to make any goals for fear of failing? I sure have. When thinking about the future, I am often discouraged because there is so much to do that I do not know where to start. Or, maybe you are on the other end of the spectrum like my friend Mary. She does not make any goals or plan for the future because she does not know what she wants. Your life is what you make it. So, why not plan a little bit of it out to ensure your success?

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Emotional Detox in 4 Steps

Emotional Detox in 4 Steps What a funny word! “Detox” has so many negative connotations. In this instance, it means letting go or releasing the unnecessary emotions we gather through the year. Through the year we accumulate emotions. This is a wonderful thing, as long as we also release them in a timely manner. We experience loss, tragedy, joy, excitement, anticipation, comfort, love, and on and on. Once we experience these emotions, we often hold on to them, as if they will never return to us. This causes a block in our soul – a sense of being overwhelmed.

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The Top 3 Practice Points for Gaining Self Awareness

The Top 3 Practice Points for Gaining Self Awareness A couple of years ago I went to a one day meditation retreat with Cheri Huber. One of the guided meditations centered on practice. She said that everything in life is practice. And she meant EVERYTHING! At first, I was skeptical. I know that as a musician, the way I practice is the way I perform. For example, I insist that my music students focus on their breathing technique – even when goofing off and playing for their friends. Why?

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Think About Your Thinking

Think About Your Thinking “What in the world am I doing? I am totally out of my league. I don't belong here. What was I thinking?” “Well, that was a nice lunch. I do wish I had told her about my real feelings. But then, the consequences would not be pretty. Maybe I did the right thing. No, I need to be more open with her if I want to honor myself. You know, my coach did say that honoring my self at all cost is the best thing for me. What the heck does honoring myself mean anyway?” Sound familiar? This is Mind Chatter.

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The 2 Keys to Success: Optimism and Imperfect Action

The 2 Keys to Success: Optimism and Imperfect Action My first two students are graduating this year. Makes me feel pretty old, but that is beside the point. These two gentlemen have been in my studio for 6 years. I am so proud of their accomplishments! Between them, they've made top chairs at local, regional and state competitions, performed in numerous solo recitals, and have led their respective bands to higher accomplishments because of their high level talent. They are aiming for scholarships at some prestigious schools in this part of the country.

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Top 7 Reasons to Celebrate Everything

Top 7 Reasons to Celebrate Everything One of my big missions in life is to see everyone celebrate themselves. When my clients walk in the door of my office or speak with me on the phone, the first thing they hear me say is, “How are you?” I mean this in the most sincere sense of the phrase. The second questio I always ask is, “What happened since I saw/spoke with you last?” This is often perceived as the most important question.

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Don't Be A Blind Believer

Don't Be A Blind Believer “You gotta stay one step ahead of the competition.” I heard this on a news broadcast in reference to the fight against crime. Have you ever asked “why” to this saying? It is a very common saying we have here in America. But why do we say it? Why do we sit by, passively accepting this saying? These statements can be called blind beliefs. What if you heard people say, “You gotta stay one step behind your competition.” Or, “You should stay 27 steps ahead of the competition.” Or even better yet, “Lets walk together with our competitors.” Would you laugh?

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The One Word That Will Undermine Your Success

The One Word That Will Undermine Your Success The movie, “Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium,” tells the story of a young woman who works at a very special toy store. The store owner hired a young gentleman to help get the paperwork in order because it had been neglected for years. The gentleman was very dry, with little sense of humor, and an all work no play attitude. At one point in the movie he tells the assistant, “It is just a toy store.” She was quite offended, because she knew there was something special and magical about the store.

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The 5 Most Important Self Evaluation Lists

The 5 Most Important Self Evaluation Lists Every year, since I was a little girl, I have had a ritual of reviewing the year...by the end of the first week of January. For me, it is the celebration of Epiphany. It has been an incredibly powerful ritual that sets the year in motion. Here is how it goes...take your time to create these 5 lists. Do them in the order listed, and remember to have fun. Rituals are a type of celebration – this is too! 1. “Pride” Listr Make a list of all the things you accomplished last year. Or, the things you were proud of. Or, the things that made you happy.

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The Art of Letting Go The 9 Essentials to Release for the Creation of Momentum

The Art of Letting Gor The 9 Essentials to Release for the Creation of Momentumr Created By: Sybil R. Smith Thriving in life begins with creating momentum for growth. Momentum comes when we clear out the “junk” of our life. It only comes when there is room to grow. You know, the stuff you don't want, the stuff that aggravates you, the stuff that holds you back from being a radiant and successful YOU! Here is your Personal Checklist to get started releasing... Release the junk to Goodwill. Have you noticed how much stuff you accumulated this year? We are master collectors.

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