Todays memory is of more recent times but it comes from such an important time in my life that I want to take this opportunity to share it with you!
In 2009 I went through a burn out situation from work which resulted in a period of depression and anxiety. During this time I suffered a great deal from negative thinking and found myself as a result in negative situations. ( For those who want to read more, my story of this time and how I came thorugh it will soon be available in a book).
At this time I really didnt know where to turn next however I had been fortunate in the previous year to come across a book by a delightful lady - Sue Stone - Love Life, Live Life. I can honestly tell you that at this point in my life I certainly didnt love my life nor where I was. As I struggled to come to terms with my illness I picked up Sues book and realised that through the process of believing and visulisation I could turn my life around to a life I loved!
As my illness lead me down the route of having to leave my corporate role I found myself in a position of having to re-think what it was I wanted to do with my life. I carried out a lot of research and thought a lot before it came to me that the most important thing in my life was the care I had for others. As I spoke to friends I was guided towards taking the journey of becomng a Life and Business Coach - just like Sue. This lady had a truely inspiring story and I found myself thinking - I too want to inspire others and help them live thier life and dreams to the full.
I read and re-read the book and listened to Sue's CD and decided that I could do this - using the tools Sue provides in the book I set out on my journey.
I held a very strong visulisation in my heart that one day I would meet Sue Stone, I would introduce myself to her and indeed work with her in getting the message of Positivity, Love and Happiness across the globe. I held onto this as I studied for my diploma but soon realised through the studying that while I was keen to get a qualification it was my life experience that could help to inspire others the most.
I started my business in Aug 2010 and passed on the tools I had come across in life ..... I followed Sue on the social media and communicated with her via E.mails / newsletters etc. Now for somebody who preaches about the Law of Attraction and the various ways in which you can 'Make your life Happen' - you wouldn't think it would come as a surprise to find an E.Mail in my inbox from Sue in June 2011 inviting people to train with her and become an Accredited Sue Stone Coach whereby you would become part of the Sue Stone Foundation - well a surprise it was.
I was elated - I couldnt wait to apply and I am very proud to say that on the 8th and 9th of September I attended and completed the training and my VISION is now my REALITY!!
I share this story with anyone who will listen hence why I have shared it with you... it is important as I do not class myself as a Text Book coach, I coach from experience and by sharing my stories inspire others to live thier life to the full.
This week take a moment to think about something you really WANT, you must be clear in your desire (again Clairity is covered more in my soon to be published book), write down your aspiration, give it feeling, fall in love with it and imagine how you will feel when you acheive it.
I have many other visions which I know are attainable - my vision boards take pride of place in my office - remember 'Believe you can and you will'
Have a great week and join me next week for another memory which again will lead me to share with you the part it has played on my journey to the positive live I live today.
Monday 26 September 2011
Tuesday 13 September 2011
Taking 'Time out'.......
Todays memory is bought to you from a time when I literally took 'Time Out' - I thought this relevent at this present time as I have had to take 'Time Out' from writing this blog. This 'Time Out' came about due to my computer time being limited as result of commitments which took me away from my office enviroment, this in itself has been a good opportunity as it has provided me with time to meet others and travel around the UK to increase my wealth of knowledge and training.
In February 2001 I decided to take some 'Time Out' as I felt my life needed to change direction although at that time I had no idea what that was. Having spent 17 years in the photo industry I wanted to move on, but to what? I had always had a burning desire to visit Ireland so in February 2001 I booked a flight and a hotel and did just that - spent the weekend in Ireland.
It was while walking around Dublin I realised this was it! this was the change - I would move to Ireland, since I was 12 years of age I would tell people I will live in Ireland one day! - Little did I know or understand the power of the Law of Attraction or indeed Visulisation, so in my innocence I believe I literally had bought my dreams to reality!
On my return to the UK I informed anybody that would listen of my plan - I set about researching it on the internet and returned to Dublin in March 2001 with several recruitment agency appoitments lined up - I walked the streets of Dublin for 7 hours but with blisters on my feet I left that day with 3 job interviews in the bag.
What happened next?
Well I set about my vision - using pictures and constant research I attended those interviews with a belief that I was destined to live and work in Ireland. In June 2001 my dream became my reality as I started my career with a fleet hire company and moved to an amazing apartment overlooking the sea in Sandycove.
I take the learnings from this memory forward today in my life and in coaching others - it is important that if your intution indicates it is time to make a change then it is about taking stock of where you are and listening to your inner voice. Change is not about rushing into anything but it is about knowing that it can be for the good - On taking 'Time Out' of your everyday life - it can be a day, a weekend, a week but taking serious time to contemplate where you are and where you would like to be is something important to all of us.
As I say to others 'The answers to the questions in your mind, lie within your heart...' - this is so true, but if you dont sit queit and let your heart answer then it will not come to you for it will not interupt your daily life, you will know deep inside that a change or a move is required so give it space to inspire you to move forward. Be still and listen...
So this week - take some ME time - you will have to make time to do this as our lives can be so busy that they get caught up in the doing instead of the thinking - sit quiet and contemplate what you would like your future to look like. It may be you too need to take a trip away for a couple of days to allow the answers to come, if so do some research and book that trip.
Have a great week and join me on Friday for another memory which again will lead me to share with you the part it has played on my journey to the positive life I live today.
Awaken - 'Lighting your journey ahead'
In February 2001 I decided to take some 'Time Out' as I felt my life needed to change direction although at that time I had no idea what that was. Having spent 17 years in the photo industry I wanted to move on, but to what? I had always had a burning desire to visit Ireland so in February 2001 I booked a flight and a hotel and did just that - spent the weekend in Ireland.
It was while walking around Dublin I realised this was it! this was the change - I would move to Ireland, since I was 12 years of age I would tell people I will live in Ireland one day! - Little did I know or understand the power of the Law of Attraction or indeed Visulisation, so in my innocence I believe I literally had bought my dreams to reality!
On my return to the UK I informed anybody that would listen of my plan - I set about researching it on the internet and returned to Dublin in March 2001 with several recruitment agency appoitments lined up - I walked the streets of Dublin for 7 hours but with blisters on my feet I left that day with 3 job interviews in the bag.
What happened next?
Well I set about my vision - using pictures and constant research I attended those interviews with a belief that I was destined to live and work in Ireland. In June 2001 my dream became my reality as I started my career with a fleet hire company and moved to an amazing apartment overlooking the sea in Sandycove.
I take the learnings from this memory forward today in my life and in coaching others - it is important that if your intution indicates it is time to make a change then it is about taking stock of where you are and listening to your inner voice. Change is not about rushing into anything but it is about knowing that it can be for the good - On taking 'Time Out' of your everyday life - it can be a day, a weekend, a week but taking serious time to contemplate where you are and where you would like to be is something important to all of us.
As I say to others 'The answers to the questions in your mind, lie within your heart...' - this is so true, but if you dont sit queit and let your heart answer then it will not come to you for it will not interupt your daily life, you will know deep inside that a change or a move is required so give it space to inspire you to move forward. Be still and listen...
So this week - take some ME time - you will have to make time to do this as our lives can be so busy that they get caught up in the doing instead of the thinking - sit quiet and contemplate what you would like your future to look like. It may be you too need to take a trip away for a couple of days to allow the answers to come, if so do some research and book that trip.
Have a great week and join me on Friday for another memory which again will lead me to share with you the part it has played on my journey to the positive life I live today.
Awaken - 'Lighting your journey ahead'
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