Tag: values
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Year-End Reflection: A Practice of Intentional Growth
Inspired by John Maxwell’s wisdom, I’ve made it an annual tradition to dedicate time during the last week of the year to reflect on the past 12 months. This hour-long session allows me to pause, celebrate, and realign with my values and goals. I begin by pulling out my calendar and reviewing the year month…
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Don’t Make Assumptions: Embracing Intentionality
The third principle of The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz—Don’t Make Assumptions—aligns powerfully with my core value of intentionality. Assumptions, while seemingly harmless, often pave the way for misunderstandings, unnecessary stress, and fractured relationships. Living intentionally means fostering clarity, curiosity, and thoughtful communication instead of operating on unspoken or inaccurate beliefs. The Cost of…
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Don’t Take Anything Personally – Embracing Authenticity
The second principle from The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz—Don’t Take Anything Personally—deeply aligns with my value of authenticity. This agreement reminds us that others’ actions are a reflection of their own experiences, not a measure of our worth. My Personal Journey with This Agreement Learning to embrace this principle was one of the…
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Aligning “Be Impeccable with Your Word” with Honesty
My Journey with The Four Agreements Principle One: For years, I had heard leaders and celebrities speak with high admiration about Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements. They often described how these simple yet profound principles had transformed their lives. Intrigued but not yet compelled, I kept the book in the back of my mind.…
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Intentional Life Coaching – My Calling
Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a “great life,” yet feeling stifled, joyless, or disconnected? You’re successful, engaged in meaningful activities, but wake up on autopilot, going through the motions. Then, a book recommendation like The Crossroads of Should and Must lands in your hands, nudging you to pause and ask yourself—why?…
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“Dwell in possibility”
Emily Dickinson’s words, “Dwell in possibility,” speak to the heart of what it means to live intentionally and with purpose. To “dwell” means to reside, to linger, to make something our home. And possibility? That’s the openness to new ideas, opportunities, and ways of being. When we dwell in possibility, we choose to live with…
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When Will You Expire?
My journey toward intentional living started decades ago, but two pivotal moments laid the foundation for the life I lead today. Back in 2007, I attended a free learning session at work on aging gracefully. The conference room was filled with colleagues, and after the host’s warm welcome, she handed each of us a small…
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