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Happy New Year, family and friends! I hope you enjoyed your holiday season and are looking forward to what 2019 has in store.

On that note, I’d like to share an article from a Coach who teaches at Coach Training Alliance, where I received my training. While I prefer “intentions” to “resolutions,” this article very much resounds with me.

Please enjoy! 💖

Creating Positive Change

by Laurie Cameron


It's that time again ...have you made your New Year's Resolutions?

Or are you like many well-intentioned people who have decided it's a losing battle and not worth the aggravation?
New Year's Resolutions are always filled with good intentions and hope for a better life this year than we had last year. But what happens when February rolls around and our good intentions have become a source of frustration and self-recrimination? There are many reasons why resolutions don't stick. See if any of these feel familiar:

Too big or too unrealistic; they create a sense of "Overwhelm-Induced Inertia".
"Floating" Resolutions; they're not attached to your vision.
Externally motivated; they're what someone else thinks you should do or want.
There's no detailed plan or strategy to reach them, they're all talk and no action; or your plan is too broad and not specific enough. Lack of motivation or follow-through.
Too rigid or absolute.
If you want to create positive change in your life, here are some strategies to help you increase your chances for success:

Choose a resolution that feels manageable, yet still challenges you.
Be sure your resolution or goal is clearly attached to your vision; achieving it will take you toward your vision rather than away from it.
Be clear that your resolution is something YOU want.
Have a plan that not only defines the major steps over time, but also the small, individual action steps you can take on a daily basis.
Create some system of accountability; enlist the help of a Buddy who is as motivated as you are.
As you work your plan, allow the process to evolve and be refined.
Step up and resolve to make it a powerful and fulfilling 2019!

Very happy to announce that I successfully completed my DiSC certification!! If you are unfamiliar with DiSC, here is a brief explanation:

DiSC is a personal assessment tool used to improve work productivity, teamwork and communication. DiSC is non-judgmental and helps people discuss their behavioral differences. If you participate in a DiSC program, you'll be asked to complete a series of questions that produce a detailed report about your personality and behavior.

The DiSC model provides a common language that people can use to better understand themselves and to adapt their behaviors with others. This can be within a work team, a sales relationship, a leadership position, or other relationships.

If you have questions or are interested in having your DiSC profile completed, please get in touch!