Coaching contribution to Superstorm Sandy

I belong to a group of coaches that responded with energy and enthusiasm when I suggested that we apply ourselves as resources in the storm recovery effort.  As coaches, this is what we do, we get groups of people together on the phone, and power up, recharge, support each other, and generally feel better after our time together.  This could be an important support element during the recovery from the storm.  We are not counselors; this is not free therapy…this is (free) coaching, a safe place to work though this difficult time.  We have a group that meets on Tuesdays at 7 pm.  Sign up using the link…or DM on Facebook or email  me if you want to set up free individual time.  Direct registration for the free Tele-Summit series is at http://www.nikkiandchris.com/event/hurricanesandy/

I am back-rebooting my practice

It has been a long time since my last post.  I spent the last year or so on a special assignment.  My old office went through an abrupt leadership change and I was asked to step in and help manage the transition.  I was happy to help, they were so good to me over the years.  The assignment was a win-win, I was able to coach…and coach…and coach some more.   

A few months ago as I was looking at rebooting my own coaching practice, my phone rang.  It was my friend Nikki Buckelew, she and her husband Chris were forming a coaching group…and did I want to be a member?  This was a gift…the group provides the support and structure that I need which allows me to do what I love…coaching.  

Visual is the new black.

Visualize what feels good:  If you can think it and see it you can create it.  Visualization is key to creating happiness.  Tell a happy story. Meditation. Write in a journal, on a vision board, have a dedicated vision journal. Your mind is powerful when it see's pictures.   Making a list of 300 things you want will bring you joy and 300 things.

Inspiration versus desperation:  Where are you coming from?  Is anger and depression coming from inspiration and clarity? No. Inspiration is easy and authentic.  Get grounded, centered and know what is best for you.  Inspiration creates an ease and people just show up to help. Breathe.

Allow time to work for you:  In putting all this out to the universe now let the universe do its job. Another way to say it is- let go! Step one ask, step two it’s a done deal and three allow it.

Trust in yourself, "To Thine own self be true.”   When you are clear about your intentions and what it is you really want then trust yourself to know what is best for you and the best way to get there.   Guidance from a structured platform like consistent meditation, looking at your vision board, sessions with your Life Coach;-) as well as the knowledge that you feel -trusting your mind's eye.     As a child it meant swimming in those northern Minnesota lakes.  Now there is a refresher for you, to jump in a spring fed lake in early July. Brings a smile to my face.  What brings a smile to your face?  Write it down, visualize and make it happen for YOU.

Choose to participate in life-visualization transforms so give my exercise a try...

In thinking about having something to look forward to is one factor that is healthy mentally and physically, as I have mentioned in previous blogs this month. I wanted to share a fun exercise to help visualize playing. Plan for yourself 15 minutes seeing yourself doing. Think about how you see this summer playing out? Write a descriptive story of how seeing yourself telling the details like on your first day back at school from summer vacation. From this excited child like place experience the fun, excitement of doing more than waiting around for seasons to change. Season change with or without your participation. Choose to participate and live life and have fun doing it!

How often is too often to celebrate?

July is a big celebration time. The fourth and summer is in full swing and nice and hot. Longer days and generally a more laid back time. Is there anything you would like to accomplish this summer? Think about it and make sure you include yourself on the vacation/celebration list.

Celebrate often and never look back-you can live many lifetimes over if you live each day doing a little something for yourself or others. No limits on Celebrations only the time left to fit them into our lives.

Planning can be a chore, but at the same time it gives us something to look forward to...

This July I will be celebrating my 40 year high school class reunion. Yikes!
Hopefully, we will still know each other, this is when you appreciate name tags. Maybe I should include some extra tags for network in my luggage. Ha!!

Do you have something to look forward to this summer? Make sure you include you on this years vacation time, reunion time or people time. Stay in the moment, and plan for days, weeks and months in advance. It' healthy for you.

Fun lets the child in all of us out and renews our zest for life-celebrate everyday!

Looking forward to the fourth of July and going on vacation. The fourth of July as a kid was so much fun to look forward to. Swimming, parades, fireworks and lots picnic type foods. Remember to celebrate freedom and get out there and have some fun.

Refreshing summer is upon us, enjoy and share!

The month of June is a re nourishing time of year for me.  It's when we get to take vacation and kick back a little bit,  slow down the pace and soak up goodness.  The beach has been magnificent with dolphins and Manta Rays swimming by so you can reach out and touch them.  What a wonder! 

July begins with even more plans for fun and relaxation.  Come join me this summer by following me on twitter  @coachannwillis or like me on Facebook -lets up lift each other with thoughtful moments and reflections.   I am looking forward to hearing from you and sharing my thoughts.  Your  words matter to me and it will make my  summer that much more fun hearing from you.  Keep up on all the events I have and remember my free mini tool kit to get you started with a Life Coach -Experience how easy and joyful the lifestyle coaching process can be.  Summer here we come!

Puppy love- retriever and shitzu- differences attract

My puppy dog is a special little spirit. When I look at him he just makes me smile. He is so dang cute and has great energy. He loves to play with a big retriever named Bucky, and he is a ten pound shitzu named Jett. They are like mutt and Jeff.

How different they are in stature, color, and energy.  If you find you are attracted to the energy of another, look to see the kindness you can share.   Be open to friendship and embrace the differences that add to who you are yet to become.

New beginnings-there is never a bad time to start over.

June is also graduations and weddings which means endings and new beginnings.It’s also birthdays and class reunions. Some celebration is in order and that is what I'm up to this summer. Celebration. The 4th of July is around the corner so remember to celebrate freedom.

Just how do celebrate? Do you celebrate important milestones like retirement for instance. My best friend just retired after 36 years of being a teacher. Lots of celebration and reflection. Retired now what?

New beginnings has a nice ring to it, I think. You can have a new start at any time. And a new start is a reason to celebrate! Or just some days you deserve to just have a start over. So take it! New beginnings can be small steps taken one at a time, but if you are up for it take a hop, then step and throw in a skip for good measure.

June refresing, but busy WNOCC fund raiser and making friends in process!.

Lots of networking and making friends along the way this month.  The WNOCC ladies had a fund raiser for scholarship award.  Each year a recipient from Hodges College gets an opportunity to be the lucky winner. This gave me exposure to many people and over 50 names of people that I actually spoke with. 

The event was uplifting and not just cards in a bowl.  So if you want to increase your clients and network, try a larger venue. Think of 50 people all know at least one person they could refer to you that's 50 more leads.  Good leverage.

A warm mention to the networking women in the health care industry I met.  Lately it has been a pattern in my networking to meet and great them.    Lots and lots of them.  From Funeral owners to Hospice to in home health.  Like at the blood mobile waiting for anyone able to give some precious life force. Makes me appreciate my blood and that I have enough of it and that's it healthy.  All these great caregivers deserve a round of well wishes and lots of love, hugs and a big pat on the back for jobs well done.  We all need you. Thank you.

The "S" word, Structure- amazing for your life, but how much or how little for you ?

Do you have a working structure in place for your life and where you want to go?

Do you think you could use a life map to get you to where you want to go?  If you know what you want it is easy, but if you don’t, then it makes it not so easy.  Let me show you how to live your life on purpose and have the freedom to choose you.

I have just joined "meet up" in Naples.  Visit me there or visit me anywhere on the net by going to my website at www.lifestyle-specialist.com, twitter @coachannwillis  or comment on my blog because sharing thoughts helps me to understand what is important to you.

Can you grow your life to the next level with phone sessions...and what are teleclasses?

Over the years I spent a great deal of time working on myself so that I could have the life I know I was meant to have.  I wish there were life coaches along the way it could have been beneficial.  Now, not only am I one, but I also have one.  It is so much easier and more enjoyable to have this support in place.  It does make a difference.

I invite you to a free 20-minute laser coach call.  Amazing what can happen in a short amount of time.  If you are crunched for time then phone sessions and teleclasses are for you.  Want to know more ... email me to see how a short session can lift you up.   Lets put you on the calendar and start helping you grow your life to the next level. Fun!!!

Attention to your own self-care means everyone around you wins.

Have you ever given attention to your own self-care?  I mean really, really paid attention to your own needs and wants and not just to those of others?  This can feel foreign if you are not in the habit of doing what is right for you while doing for others- do both!  How?  I encourage you to look at the classes I offer by going to lifestyle-specialist .com and signing up for a group or perhaps an individual session.  I do offer a free 20 min. laser session to see what you think.  Pick up the phone or send an email, go ahead you are worth the time and energy.  Feel better, and those around you will as well.