If you're not into resolutions

Some people I know are tired of thinking about resolutions because they never seem to stay around very long. If you aren't that into them, perhaps you may still want to reflect on your year and what the future holds. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

What did you love about last year?
How is 2006 going to be better than any other?
What have you wanted to do, but haven't done it yet?

Enjoy the Journey and feel free to post any other questions, comments, or ideas!!

Tune In for the Tips

If you want to hear a radio interview I did about the 7 steps to Making Your Resolutions Stick this year, you can tune in via the internet. Approximately 8:15 AM central time, go to www.ckom.com, on Friday January 30th. If you miss the interview and are still interested in the tips, email me for a free article!

Resolutions 101

Each year millions of us set resolutions only to watch them fade into nothing. If you are serious about making your resolutions stick this year, read on. I'm going to post a few ideas over the week to get people started. Feel free to contribute any ideas you have.

Tip #1 Start small! Pick one thing that you really want to change or that you want for yourself! Write it down and read on later this week!

The Great Balancing Act

With the Holiday Season in full swing it is very easy to get overwhelmed. Pick one thing that you know will restore sanity to your life and help you feel less stressed and more balanced. Now, decide when you can incorporate that one activity into your schedule this week and make sure that it happens!!

A Must Read Safety Tip

Did you know that you should never recline your passenger seat when driving? I met Vicki, the mother of Jamie who was killed when riding in a reclining passenger seat. It was a tragic accident that could've been prevented.

Please visit the website above and read more about this safety information and share it with everyone you know! They have also started a non-profit organization where you can get a FREE copy of a safety DVD. Make sure you Sit Up and Buckle Tight!!!

Celebrate You

I was reminded today of the importance of celebrating. This can be in the most simplest of terms. So often as adults we don't want to take time to acknowledge ourselves for the accomplishments we've made. What have you done this week, this month to celebrate? Have you overcome a challenge? Juggled a busy life? Reached one of your personal or professional goals? Decide how you are going to celebrate. Don't just give yourself a pat on the back. Do something and if you feel inspired, let us know how it goes!

Hectic Holidays

Don't let holiday stress get the best of you. For starters, take a deep breath. Then, look at your holiday to-do list. What do you really need to get done this week? Do you have enough time to do it? Do you have time to keep up with your workout routine and other ways you stay less stressed?

It's easy to get carried away by all of the busy-ness of the season, but try to drink a eggnog, look at the lights, and enjoy the delight in the children's eyes.

How Do You Rate Your Relationships?

Relationships: They are the core to our very existence. They connect us to the world and enrich our lives. At the same time, it sometimes feels impossible to make them all work because of the pressures in our lives, time committments, and differences.

Think about the relationships in your life. Who are the important people? Friends or Family? Jot down the names or categories of people (ie..co-workers, spouse, children, parents). Now, On a scale of 1-5 how satisfied are you with the quality of each of those relationships? How satisfied are you with the amount of time you spend with that person?

Do you want to make a change? Start simple. Pick one person or area you'd like to make an improvement in and decide to act on one thing that will begin to make this relationship stronger.

Feel free to post results here!

Making a Difference

The inspiration for today:

How can you make a difference in the life of another person?

Want to share what you did?

Balance Your Life

Does your life feel like you need more balance? I know I could use it!! Ask yourself this: When I'm feeling out of balance, what is the one thing that brings me back to my center? This answer will be so different for every person that answers it. Then, simply ask yourself, how can I incorporate a little more if this into my week.

On the opposite side, you may also need to take a look at what is the one thing that is either draining you or making you feel out of balance.

Start there, and let us know how it goes!

Job Stress Part 2

If you're job is stressing you out, read on. The first thing you need to do is take a look at your life and assess how well you are taking care of yourself. If your life is out of balance or you feel out of sorts, most likely your job is going to be stressing you out as well. The solution. Pick one thing you can do this week to alleviate the personal stress in your life. Then, it's time to take a look at your life at work.

If you'd like more tips on this area, please send me an email and I'll send you my latest article about this topic!

Please, feel free to share what other ideas have helped you!

Create Happier Family Moments

With the holiday season here, it gives most of us wonderful opportunities to spend more time with family. As much as we look forward to this occasion, it also can cause stress. Whether you want to spend more quality time with your children or visit with relatives from out of town, all of us desire to make the most of the time we spend with family. By using these simple ideas, family moments can be happier by reducing stress and other obstacles that interfere with our family time.

1) Make Sure You’re Full
Have you ever paid attention to the speech given by the attendants on an airplane? In case of emergency, put the oxygen mask on who first? You or your child? You. The message here: Take care of yourself first and make sure you are breathing so you will then be able to care for your child. The lesson applies to creating happier family moments. To improve moments you need to make sure your energy tank is full and that you are taking care of yourself.

If you want the rest of the ideas, please email me and I'll send you the rest of this article. What things have helped you create happier family moments?