Life Coach and Life Coaching Articles

It's become a joke to wonder "what's my motivation?" like an actor, when we have something in front of us to do and just can't seem to get it done. We may complain that we just can't get motivated to do something. What we usually mean by this is just that we don't want to do it right then, or ...

Are you ready... rn ...to step into your greatness? Is your vision alive for you? Or is it a sleeping giant? A vision is the imagination of your highest dreams and deepest desires realized. Vision is inspired, it is compelling and it pulls you forward. Everyone has a vision. It is both a spiritual gift and it is a tool. Your vision is a giant that once awakened can keep you on track in manifesting a life that is worthy of you. And one in which you have the impact that only yo

Job searching is never fun, nor is it something that is particularly comfortable for the majority of people out there. It can be frustrating, but ultimately, it can prove to be an extremely rewarding experience. There are additional challenges that exist, however, when it comes to job searching in a recession. The term recession is likely to be as frightening to many as a job search. Because of this, it's important to remember that there are ways to simplify job searching in a recession.

I hear it often – in person, from clients, on the internet – “I’m told I’m too quiet, and need to speak out more.” I’ve had more than one client whose job review included that feedback. And the client says to me, “But I only speak when I really have something to say – and then it’s overlooked or discounted. So why bother?” Why indeed do introverts so often feel their ideas and offerings are swept aside by other, louder people? Is the ability to influence other people really based on the ability to speak louder than other people?

"To double your success rate, double your failure rate." — Tom Watson, Sr., founder of IBMnnIn a small pub in the highlands of Scotland, a group of fishermen gathered one afternoon to swap tales over a round of ale. One of them stretched his arms apart to show the big one that got away. At that very point, a waitress walked past carrying a tray of full ale glasses. The fisherman's wild gestures sent the tray smashing against the wall. The dark brew splashed on the white

Can you define the place where you stop and another human begins? It seems like an abstract question, right? But think about it; how do you define “you”. Not who you are but what; bones, muscles, fingers and toes.

Many of us have heard about that saying Be-Do-Have, wow is it really that simple? I wanted to share a story of how we started this idea of Life is a Playground and our home business Clark's Playground. Just about a year ago we were like so many working, day to day raising a family and making the best of what we thought we had. The keyword is “thought”, however we started to question what we had. Is it really just about going to work and coming home, do-this, do-th

Have you ever had one of those days where you woke up in the morning and no matter what you did you just couldn’t ’snap’ out of it? It’s like you had a bad dream and it left you with a salty attitude to carry throughout the day. Sure you have, because we have all experienced at least one of ...

I think that, to some degree, we all have a love/hate relationship with being seen — with letting another person see all the parts that make up who we are, whether it’s our joy, anger, grief, ambition, or something else. On the downside, if we show the other person parts we usually keep hidden, and they leave, we’ll feel hurt. The more of ourselves we let them see, the more pain we’ll experience if they decide not to be with us.

Recently, I have been on a "start-the-new-year -off-right" saving spree. I've been successfully saying no to small purchases that we really don't need and taking those few extra moments to think about whether there might be a lower cost solution to the challenge at hand. At the same time, (I ...

3 Tips to Get Things Done Ever kick yourself for not sticking to your goals and objectives? Do you sometimes get derailed and distracted with something else which takes away your focus and taking action? Ever find yourself frustrated and annoyed with yourself because you just cannot seem to move certain projects to completion? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, you are certainly not alone. Here are 3 strategies to help strengthen your resolve AND your resu

Finding One Cente Until SuccessnI just created this acronym to give a visual of what focus means. How often do you find yourself multi-tasking, doing several things at once only to find nothing gets completed? How many times have you set a bunch of goals, planned some action steps, only to get ...

Somehow it happened that the calendar year of 2008 has come to a close. In celebration of this passing and to set intentions for a new year, I climbed to the highest peak of a hiking trail near my home with a group of friends at 6:30 am on the morning of the Winter Solstice. On that chilly ...

Does the perfect apology really exist? Is it conceivable that every major and/or minor mistake, embarrassment, error or screw up has what amounts to be the perfect fix, crafted specifically for that situation and aggrieved recipient?nnApparently of the thousands of different ways to say I'm sorry some techniques are much better and more likely to succeed than others. Yet, despite the importance of apologies in our daily lives there is almost no research on the subject. The wo

I read some advice from a business coach that really ticked me off: it advised coaches to “stop hiding behind your telephone and computer...” OK, so perhaps I am being oversensitive, because I do spend a lot of time in front of my computer and I prefer coaching by phone. The thing is, I am not hiding! I spend the bulk of my business time on the computer because: 1) I like it. 2) I am not limited by geography – I can connect to someone on any continent.

Personal relationships are one of the keys to our success and happiness in life and if they are putting a strain on us rather than supporting us then they can affect all other areas of your life as it becomes difficult to departmentalize them. Though it is important to love time alone and working things out for yourself, it’s also important to be surrounded by people who you love and love you back. nnWhether you’re having problems in your relationships with family, friend

There is a vast variety of shower trays on the market that could go well with your bathroom. Here we are putting down all the things that you need to be aware of with regards to selecting the correct trays to go with your bathroom. This short guide is going to provide you with a few options to think about while selecting shower trays to go well with your style as well as the available budget. What are the normal shapes of shower trays? There’re numerous diverse shapes as we

When you’re looking for a great opportunity - a chance to advance yourself within your field or a chance to find a completely different position over the course of your job search – one thing is certain: when you have goals for your job search, you are going to want to be sure that you are able to achieve them. Unfortunately, there are a number of things that most people do while they are in the midst of a job search that sabotage themselves. There are a number of things that you can be doing that will sabotage your job search.

Tulum is a Mexican town south of Cancun and Cozumel just a short moped ride to one of the most spectacular beaches ever! With the ruins of a once thriving Mayan city overlooking the sea from an impressive and stately cliffside perch, Tulum and its beaches are practically other-worldly; and ...

Flagging StandardsnnnWhen you have high standards, you are likely to feel extremely good about yourself. Indeed the higher your standards, the better your life. Choosing to raise standards is a great way of bolstering your self-esteem and making yourself irresistibly attractive to other high quality, like-minded people.nn nIf your standards are low then you will be flying your emotional flag at half mast. A good way to bridge the gap in your own personal standard is to identi

Ecclesiastes 11:1-2--Invest what you have [Send/Cast/Throw your bread upon the waters], because after a while you will get a return [many days you may find it]. Invest what you have in several different businesses [Give a portion to seven, even eight], because you don’t know what ·disasters [evil] might ·happen [occur in the land].

Excerpt: Gratitude is a gift that we give ourselves. It lightens us and feeds us fulfills and enlightens us. So heres the challenge. Each day until December 28, Im going to give something to someone, while feeding me in some way. Im also going to look for ways in which I gave without knowing. These will be prime examples of how my overflowing joy and love help others. Im going to list my act of kindness or giving on my blog site. I also challenge you to join me. Id love to hear about your examples.

In case you're considering mental coaching, the initial matter that involves brain is probably video recording online games like Mental Age or Huge Mental Academy, or probably a different online software like Lumosity. Actually, possibly every single mental faculties coaching system you can consider of is probably some type of merchandise that could established you again a bit capital. But the very fact from the matter is always that mental teaching may very well be completel

Unsurprisingly, the tutorial centers and institutions are also maximizing the use of technology just like any other educational institutions in the world. One of the languages that are taught online is the Chinese language. If you want to learn Chinese language online, expect that some courses are free while some requires tutorial fee though this is usually kept at a minimal. The good thing about an online Chinese language course is they offer a money back guarantee in case t

The first time I heard someone talk about 'living an authentic life' I was sitting in the audience of The Landmark Forum. This concept was new to me. I had not yet begun my coach training, and this whole idea of living one's truth was foreign. What do you mean live my truth? I am who I am.

"The unforgiving mind is torn with doubt,confused about itself and all it sees; afraid and angry, weak and blustering, afraid to go ahead, afraid to stay...terrified of darkness, yet more terrified to approach the Light."(A Course in Miracles, Lesson 121.) There may be too much anger now. We, ...

This summer you may find yourself wanting to have more fun, play and just daydream. Summer is the easiest season to find time for play, relaxation and fun. The warmer weather draws you outdoors more, you connect more frequently with family and friends…. and life just seems lighter and more fun. Summer is also a great time to let go of the “work, work, and more work” mentality. Having fun, playing and relaxing can be good “training” for how to move more easily through the bus

I’m not good enough. Good things never last. The world is unsafe. If you win, it means I lose. I have to earn what I want. I’m too this. I’m not enough that. Women only want men with money. Men only want the skinny, young things. This disease is incurable. I have to take care of myself because nobody else will. I need a college degree to do what I want. Money doesn’t fall from the sky. I don’t deserve love, happiness, success, etc…nnAny of

The Single Most Important Reason You Are Not as Effective as You Can Be! Self-Judgment is sabotaging your professional efforts learn how to STOP it! I work with clients daily to clarify their efforts toward success and to see what is hobbling them in that process. After over twenty years of this I see over and over again how some form of self-judgment and self-criticism is the major culprit. I see how it establishes self-doubt, stops possible solutions from developing, and d

Dr. Daniel Gilbert, a Harvard professor of psychology, has done some ground-breaking and very intriguing research into the science of happiness. Dr. Gilbert has discovered, for instance, that we don't enjoy things as much as we expect. This research has an interesting opposite side, which is ...

Tackle Your TolerationsnnnThe buck stops here. - Harry S. TrumannnnAre you tolerating the intolerable? There are situations in life which we knowingly or unknowingly tolerate and these tolerations are likely to drain us of positive energy over a period of time.nnnA few months ago our kitchen faucet started leaking. It was a minor inconvenience: just an occasional drip. The droplets then developed into an annoying trickle but there still seemed little cause for concern. nnA fe

Talk about a loaded topic. But what the heck it is a topic that is one of the top three issues I deal with, when working with any new client. MONEY. MONEY. MONEY. A pretty big 5-letter word that is interwoven into our identity, self-worth, belief systems, and our short and long-term happiness. So what are the experts telling us?

It’s really not that hard to stay organized once you get there… but the getting there can be a challenge. I’ve often wondered if some of us are born with an organizational gene and others are born with a messy gene. It seems some people have a knack for keeping order everywhere around them–in ...

Coaching fills the gap from where you are to where you want to be. coaching helps you unlock your greatest potential. Coaching refocuses clients on their dreams and goals. It can show you how and lead you to achieving your dreams. Coaching results can be quite dynamic, empowering clients to lead happier more fulfilling lives. Coaching, counseling, and self help information for personal and spiritual growth and great relationships can create the life you deserve and assist you

Differences:Sponsor / Coach Twelve Differences between your Sponsor and your Coach: As I chose coaching as my profession, and shared with others that I’d look at working with addicted people and those affected by addiction as a niche within my practise, some who have the honesty to be up ...

Starting out 2011, many of us would like this year to be different. We would like to eat better, exercise more, spend more time with our families, have better relationships, or whatever else might be important. In the beginning, our hopes and dreams are strong and might bring about short-lived successes but the problem is that these successes often do not last long. Many individuals find it easier to slip back into old routines because that is what we are used to and it alleviates the stress of trying a new behaviour.

Do you have friends? Of course you do. So do I. Do you see your friends? Do you grab lunches, take walks, chat on the phone? If your answer to these questions is yes, then Bravo! However, if you're like me, you may feel as if you don't have time to cultivate and nurture friendships. The ...

With a smile on my face, I say, “will restore us to sanity”! It’s Sunday, and for the second day in a row, I headed to the golf course with anticipation. For the second day in a row, it began to rain part way through the golf game. For the second day in a row, I finished the ...

We were all warriors in the battlefield called life, struggling to find our own place under the sun, to have our own distinct individuality and personal growth. We live in a world where only the fittest specie survives. If there is one thing that we could arm ourselves with and which we could claim our own, it is our own name, a title that gives entity to our being.rn rnSocrates in his inspiring quote said, "Regard your good name as the richest jewel you can possibly possess.

Recently, I was speaking with a moms group about the importance of taking time for yourself. I asked the mothers the following question, "What is stopping you from taking time for yourself?" Most of the mothers shared their most common reasons for not finding "Me" time. They cited: Not enough ...

Networking is a method that is used to build relationships. These relationships could be with classmates, co-workers, business partners, vendors, service providers and even family. We often attend family reunions where we meet new and distant relations. This is an excellent vehicle for ...

Do you know how you can create a connection with all of your potential clients with one action? How to build relationships over time in a consistent way? One of the most efficient ways to do this is with a newsletter also known as an ezine. Don’t panic, there are many ways to create valuable ...

Our nation is going through some troubling economic times right now… but you do not need to follow suit. The economy today is a horror story of financial bailouts and golden parachutes. Is the government going to bail you out if you make some not so good decisions? This is why you need to ...

Living in the moment means letting go of the past and not waiting for the future to arrive. It means living your life consciously aware that each moment your breath is a genuine gift! So how do you start the process of living in the moment? First you must become aware of how much time you spend dwelling on past memories, losses and mistakes, and considering how to resolve these old problems.

For many people, the success of a woman is primarily out of “luck”. While it is true that luck is the ultimate game changer, it isn’t enough to make a woman a great leader. A woman becomes a true great leader because of her dedication, perseverance, commitment, and intelligence. These are the traits that help women excel in the corporate world where they are not so often expected to do well. So what characteristics do you need to possess that become a successful and effective woman leader?

According to a good number of people, being late comes off as rude or terrible time management. A closer look at what goes on behind the curtains, though, reveals that perpetual latecomers don’t necessarily have no regard for other people’s time but are sometimes plagued by a couple of bad habits, among other factors, that suffocates the time out of their schedules.

POWERLESS. WHO ME? I’ve got a friend going for wedding #3 tomorrow, I’m best(questionable) man, and pre-wedding golf game. Thus an early post! It’s been a day to really think about powerlessness. Years ago, I came to realize that I was powerless over my addictions, and my ...

There's a part of all of us that we hide from the world. Some parts we're aware that we hide, and some are so far buried that we don't even know what we're hiding anymore. During my own growth as a person, a soul, a coach, and a teacher, I have come face to face with more of my "stuff" in the year 2009 tha I have in my whole life. It's been amazing what I've uncovered, but I tell ya - it's not always been a "roses and rainbows" process.

If you could do one thing right now to reduce stress, would you do it? Or would your overly-crowded life – too much to do, a loved one’s demands are more important than your needs, your job requires you to keep on working so hard – take over?Well, here is the secret to a healthier, happier life: Get more sleep. Sleep well. Sleep soundly and sleep enough. It sounds simple, but it is a key element in my program and it’s something I always check with my clients at the start.