If you have ever felt stuck in an old story that wasn't serving you, let this very candid post be one that inspires you to write new stories and step into them, starting today. On the advice of own of my favorite coaches in the world — Bill Baren — I wrote a list of affirmations in 2012/2013 that turned whatever was bugging me into statements of truth that were unfolding every day. And guess what? Nine of the ten affirmations came true for me.
I still have room to improve on this one, but who doesn't?
— “When conflict and other tough stuff happen, I quickly move from terror to humor by finding the pearl as quickly as I can and moving on.”
Let's face it. Sometimes, I get knocked off the horse and stumble around a bit as I try to get back on, especially when technology stuff derails me or other things beyond my own control give me a run for the roses. But, I keep on keeping on, and that is the big idea.
Today I am writing NEW affirmations for 2014. Here are a few in progress, and you'll notice there isn't any “I've come a long way baby” language here to take the blush off the rose. It is what it is without apology. It's all true, and that's great. (Thank you Morgana Rae for the much appreciated application of “foot to butt” to get me to see that.
- I am playing a bigger game, one bold step at a time.
- My community of engaged readers, followers and fans grows steadily and decisively with perfect people who are a great match for the powerful and results generating ways that I make my own impact.
- Press releases pack a punch for expert positioning, prestige, and lasting impact — delivering SEO and a whole lot more. The visibility makes it a whole lot faster, easier, and rewarding to get known and paid for the expert status we own today and make a difference for people beyond those we already know.
- Perfect joint venture partners gladly play with me in fabulous, CREATIVE and often reciprocal ways. Together we offer a perfect exchange of energy and results that makes an even bigger difference for the engaged communities serve.
This is just the tip-of-the-iceberg for the stories I am writing for 2014 to guide my forward motion, impact, and results. What are yours?
And is there one area where you still struggle along the path to mastery so you can keep your focus there and rise above it?
I would love to hear from you and cheer for you.
What I know for sure — with a tip of the hat to Oprah Winfrey — is that with daily focus, intention, and inspired action, you really can achieve everything you want and more. And life and work might turn out even better than you ever dreamed possible.
Write your new stories, starting today. And step into them with your full heart. Great results are waiting.
