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With all the pain and adversity that is at the forefront these days, this concept keeps coming to mind. We are such marvelous creatures. We are so resilient. We have so much power and it is always available to us. Knowing and believing this brings such hope. So many incredible things have been accomplished, so many milestones crushed simply by those facing what appears to be a roadblock, but instead, becomes a stepping stone that leads to greater heights.

Years ago a colleague suggested to plug into Source. I had no real idea what that meant at the time. Now, I do. We are God's greatest creation, for we are made in the image and likeness of God. When we lean into Source, we tap into our greatest potential and can serve others in ways beyond imagination.

What defeat are you facing right now? How do you choose to perceive it? What actions will you take? Do you choose to lean into God and let Him transform your mind and your approach?

To all those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom, a heartfelt thank you. Wishing you and yours a wonderful Memorial weekend.

“No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks.” St. Ambrose

Yes. I talk to SO many people who feel absolutely horrible about themselves after reading their feed on social media. I'm all about looking at what you are "feeding" yourself on all levels. Including here.

Take a moment to step back and observe who and what you are following. Do what they post and what they stand for align with you...and your higher purpose? If not, there are easy ways to unfriend, unfollow or mute.

Believe me, it makes a HUGE difference to have intentionality here. Negative messages or opinions do seep into your psyche. Notice your emotional state before you log on, during and after. There's a lot of info you can gain just from that. Notice if you're comparing yourself to someone's highlight reels and then believing that you're not enough. (Because you are! By being authentically YOU.) Remember, that's a big part of this platform, and much of our culture is about looking good. So keep that in mind and take care of yourself. ❤️

Many many blessings to you and much love.

Put a 🤚 in the comments if you're taking this on today.

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"Most people are in a zone of not really achieving and not really failing. I want to help people achieve more and fail more."
I had a chance this morning to reflect on a talk last week by a world class athlete who proclaims himself to not be a natural athlete and has overcome more obstacles than the average man.
Jason Fowler shared some key insights gleaned from his journey of facing life after a paralyzing motorcross accident, and working his way to winning the Ironman. This includes- hard work, enjoying the process and community. He underscored good nutrition and mindset as important parts of the process.
His questions to us, which is perfect timing as we close on 2019 and gave a new year and new decade:
What's the biggest challenge you can put in from of yourself? What is your Ironman? What's going to light you up? And I'll add...what scares you???
"Fear is an indicator that something inside of you is calling." It can be a great motivator.
Thank you Jason for flying south from Boston to connect with our community.
If you want to hear part of his story and insights, check this out:
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=425608944808682&id=102277195098

Recent advice given to entrepreneurs, "Get in line, stay in line." This is particularly potent for those who like to start projects, but lack follow through or drop out due to the platau phase of growth and development. Had I dropped out in my martial arts practice decades ago, I would not have achieved black belt or beyond. I would have been left with the story of: I *almost* was a black belt.

Grateful for heeding my mom's wisdom back then. For what I gained was far more than rank in the dojo. The lesson was to work through the flat/unexciting part (or maturation cycle) of learning in order to break through to what we are meant to become.

Just let this sink in.

What makes people most successful? When they say, "No. This isnt for me."

All leaders need to decide what the best YES is.
- Peter Drucker

Enough. These few words are enough.
If not these words, this breath.
If not this breath, this sitting here.

This opening to life
we have refused
again and again
until now.

Until now.

~ David Whyte

If I were to grant you a permission slip, what would you allow yourself to do that you've been putting off?

Consider this as it!

Look at this sweet child. A full expression of JOY. How inspiring is she? A worthy mantra!

I'm really present to the concept of what you do today is a building block for your year. For your life.

Think about it. Your today is a manifestation of how you spent your days last year.

Does your present reality, this manifestation, match what you dreamt for your future when you were standing at the the beginning of 2018?

What is your dream for 2019?

I love that we are now standing at the beginning of a new year. Such possibility. And such a rich opportunity to review years gone and complete our past and celebrate all of our learnings and accomplishments.

Today, we get to do all of that.
From 1-2:30pm EST.

So, will you join us for our annual community call: Resolution to Revolution - providing closure and a clearing for 2019? (PM for call details.)

It's fun and it's inspiring and clarifying.

You receive free resources such as a workbook to help set your intentions, a link to a health and wellness community plus a follow-up personal coaching call with me to help set you up for success. I want to help send you off to an incredible new year!

There's still time and a spot just for you. Xo

PM for call details.

2019. I'm ready for you. My word for the year: TRANSFORMATION.

Dictionary def: a thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance. I'm going deeper this year. Digging into all of the personal work I've been doing for the past decades.

My three top strategies:
1 - Taking stock of my accomplishments and unfinished business from 2018 and beyond then making a full clearing for 2019. You're welcome to do this with me! Details in comments.
2 - Taking my whole health to a deeper level. I'm adding small, doable rituals to my days that have fallen to the wayside. And I'm creating ways to incrementally sprinkle more mindfulness to my actions (reactions, eating, behavior, etc.). ALL BABY STEPS. Want to see how I'm doing this and consider doing this WITH me? PM me.
3 - Being in community. NONE of my strategies and learnings are going to be done all by my lonesome self. Done that before. Not most effective. It's too easy to break promises to the self. Plus, I don't like being the smartest or most masterful in the dojo (unless I'm the teacher! LOL). I want to surround myself with those who are on a path to mastery who are pulling for each other and those who are steps ahead of me. So to ensure success, an engaged and like-minded community is essential.

What is YOUR word for the year?
What are YOUR three top strategies?
Do YOU have community?

#2019

Just shared this on my personal page and it's very relevant to post this here, too.

How do you handle this? Or do you avoid it?

Sometimes being direct scares me.

I'm not talking about conflict or difficult conversations - I find those heart-fluttering, too. I'm talking about simple straight talk, like asking a direct question. Or answering a question with a straight answer. Or making an offer. Right to the point. With love and connection, of course.
I just did this twice this morning. What a heart-pumping way to start the day! And after a vigorous run in the dark, cold wee hours!

So, I'd love to hear from you. What is your inclination towards direct conversation? Is it a regular practice for you or are you a beginner in certain types of conversations like I am?

-basedbusiness

"Renewed energy." 'Inspired." "I am complete - no matter what."

Some comments today during the Resolution to Revolution community call.

We had so much fun today that I'll be hosting another community call in January to help us set up a beautiful 2019. All in the context of Sufficiency/Gratitude/Enoughness.

RSVP via eventbrite or PM me for call details. 1-2:30pm est on Friday, January 18th.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resolution-to-revolution-providing-closure-and-a-clearing-for-2019-tickets-53542095850

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Happy Monday! Last call for the annual community New Year call. An awesome way to wrap up the year and clear the decks for 2019!

PM me for the call details. It's from 1-2:30pm est TODAY.

Resolution to Revolution - providing closure and a clearing for 2019 Forget resolutions. This is about revolutionizing how we create closure for the past and a clearing for the present and future that awaits us. Join us for a unique, effective and inspiring mind/body exercise where we take steps that allow us to design and celebrate a new year! Come ready to relax, w...

Will you be joining us?

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Well said. Our power lies in our response. Always.

Yes!

Excited about this annual community event to be held in the comfort of wherever you are! RSVP and I'll send out the conference call details. Come and play!

Resolution to Revolution - providing closure and a clearing for 2019 Forget resolutions. This is about revolutionizing how we create closure for the past and a clearing for the present and future that awaits us. Join us for a unique, effective and inspiring mind/body exercise where we take steps that allow us to design and celebrate a new year! Come ready to relax, w...

Where did 2018 go? An invitation to provide closure and a clearing before 2019.

Where did the year go? Providing closure and a clearing. It’s already the end of 2018? It sounds so cliché, but seriously. Where did your time go? There’s a quick way to answer that: Find out where you invest your time and money. Your calendar and checkbook will tell you. It’s amazing how much that data reveals. “The key is not to prioritize what...

It can be that simple.

Worth sharing! The antidote to anxiety can be this simple.

Be in competition with your own best self.

I love this. Thank you to a dear friend for sharing.

When did living an ordinary life become synonymous with meaningless?

A great question posed by Brene Brown. Since when just being who you are meant to be is not enough? It's easy to measure worth and legitimacy by the number of likes and followers.

It was one of those mornings today. Underestimated travel time then took a wrong turn, got stuck in traffic and felt the stress of being late for a school meetup I organized.

When I spoke out loud about my frustration and the less than ideal facts of the situation, I noticed the tension in my body tighten. (Thoughts do the same thing.) I then asked myself, "Why put myself through misery? It doesn't change the outcome. Besides, once I arrive at my destination, this will be in the past. So why suffer getting there?"

And then...after a little resistance, the slow, deep belly breaths began. Breathe. Ground. Center. So simple. But not always easy. And ALWAYS worth it.

Grateful to have moved through resistance and into the flow.

Lyons Leadership Coaching began out of a desire to share, educate and empower women on how to reclaim our innate wisdom and step back into our personal power. Our Women's Leadership Group and Private Coaching Programs are what we do best! Our work is whole-body oriented, which means that you embody new sets of skills and sets of behaviors that last and free you up to be the-best-version-of-you.

Good reminder. It's that simple. But not always easy. Therefore, reminders are helpful. And practice during the calm moments is key to help get this into muscle memory.

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Love this and wanted to share. Doing some training with Brene Brown this morning and she says this gem about EMPATHY:

"This isn't about being kind. This is a skill set. Being kind doesn't make you empathetic any more than being a frequent flier makes you a pilot."

Empathy is a hot topic today. Like everything we do, it is a skill we learn and master through practice. Why is it so critical and relevant? Because it's the foundation of connection and trust. It's how we build teams, relationships and cultures.

You are what you practice. Always. So - pay attention. What are you practicing when you relate to anyone, including yourself? This is the inquiry I'm continually in. It's something I strive to practice at home and in my businesses.

Happy Mother's Day to all who mother the living and sweet angel babies in Heaven.
As a mother, my job is to take care of the possible and trust God with the impossible.

This moved me. It really resonated with me as I have a tendency to put the pressure of time on myself. May this message speak to you, too. And please share. Especially with teens so they grasp this now. https://youtu.be/ssVnedoAbR8

You Will Never Be Pressure Again - Motivational Speech by Jay Shetty One of the Best Motivational Video. This video can change your life. Powerful lesson for a teenagers . You must hear this . Motivational Video and Speech by ...

Something to think about in regards to anger and the roots of violence...

The Roots of Violence | The Daily Groove In a domination culture, violence is inevitable.

All it took is one simple thing. And whoosh! Energy boost! Mood lift!

I did this ONE thing and it boosted my energy It didn’t add up. I’m typically an early morning up-and-at-’em person but there was something different this morning. I felt a noticeable boost of euphoria and energy. I’m talking quite a bit more than usual. Ease, contentment, peace and aliveness flowed throughout my body as I drove my kids...

Are you in constantly seeking balance? Well, forget about it! Moms and caregivers - you MUST check this out. Join me in embracing the beautiful mess that we are. I call that - being human!

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Knowing without question where I'm going is THE BEST feeling in the world. And for me, it must come from my heart space, from what I care most about. AND it MUST come from a place of sufficiency - a deep knowing that I am enough and worthy just as I am right now.

Want to join me? Let's do this together! I love sharing this process with others - it's incredibly powerful to do this in community.

So I invite you to jump on a call with us tomorrow - Friday. This is our annual community call. You can be anywhere in the world. All that is needed is you, your full attention, an open mind and pen and paper.

THE DETAILS: Free one-hour call tomorrow-Friday, 12pm-1pm EST. RSVP and I'll send you the conference phone number. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clear-the-decks-for-creating-your-best-year-yet-tickets-41527857941

Feeling totally inspired and deliciously spacious after today's New Year's Creation Workshop. Thank you, Wellbeing Natural Health in Huntersville for allowing us to use your beautiful and serene space.

Clear the decks for creating your best year yet Yes, it’s true. We do possess the power to bring our dreams to fruition. It’s easy to do once you know what steps to take. Join us in a unique, effective and inspiring mind/body exercise where we take essential steps that allow us to completely leave the past behind so we can design and celebrat...

A few spots left for THIS Friday's workshop in Huntersville at Wellbeing Natural Health...

Come and be inspired by your amazing life!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clear-the-decks-for-creating-your-best-year-yet-tickets-41527245108

Clear the decks for creating your best year yet Yes, it’s true. We do possess the power to bring our dreams to fruition. It’s easy to do once you know what steps to take. Join us in a unique, effective and inspiring mind/body exercise where we take essential steps that allow us to completely leave the past behind so we can design and celebrat...