What this is...
These principles, were developed after reflecting on my own life journey. They came to me during the healing process I experienced after experiencing my darkest moments. When I work with clients one-on-one in a counselling session, throughout a coaching program or during a small group presentation, these principles are the building blocks to get CLEAR, CONFIDENT and CONSISTENT in creating new habits and a healthy mindset.
On an individual basis, I assess which principle would best suit the challenge you are currently facing. The goal is to help you gain a new perspective on the situation and start making adjustments right away. Reflection tasks are provided to aid you in better understanding and applying the helpful suggestions presented.
In a small group activity, I present the principles to you and your friends, family or even colleagues in a motivating way. I provide real life examples for each principle and asks you to see how they can be applied to your own situation. Time for discussion is also included.
On an individual basis, I assess which principle would best suit the challenge you are currently facing. The goal is to help you gain a new perspective on the situation and start making adjustments right away. Reflection tasks are provided to aid you in better understanding and applying the helpful suggestions presented.
In a small group activity, I present the principles to you and your friends, family or even colleagues in a motivating way. I provide real life examples for each principle and asks you to see how they can be applied to your own situation. Time for discussion is also included.
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The 8 Principles of the Program
GratitudeFocus on what is good in your life and be specific about what you are thankful for; the people, things and experiences that present themselves each day. Be aware of your thoughts and words for they tend to result in beliefs and actions.
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ExpectationsAcknowledge all of the "shoulds" you tell yourself that you or other people need to do. Everything that someone else says or does that upsets you can be linked to an expectation. Are you communicating your needs clearly or are you expecting too much of yourself and others?
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MindfulnessBeing in the moment means that you are training your mind to focus on the here and now. Are you thinking about the past and things that have already happened and can not be changed? Are you worried about the future and things you have little or no control over? Take a deep breath and come back to the present.
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Being GentleWhy are we so hard on ourselves? WE are our own worst critics. You are enough, exactly as you are! You can't control what other people think so use positive affirmations to remind yourself that you are awesome.
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ReleasingFeeling the need to be in control of everything and everybody is a huge source of stress and anxiety. Ask yourself if "it" needs to be done right now, if "it" really needs to be done your way and then begin to challenge yourself to let it go and let it be.
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ForgivingForgiveness really needs to start with self. It is healing to begin to release guilt and shame by acknowledging your actions and the feelings behind them. When you are able to forgive others you are not condoning their actions or words, you are releasing the hold these situations have over you.
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Being GenerousWhy do we feel that we should put the needs of others before our own? Start with giving to yourself first without worrying what others might think. Eventually, you will be able to give to others without worry or resentment.
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IntuitionWe all have a guiding voice inside us. Some say it is a Higher Power, the universe or a gut feeling. Whatever you choose to believe it is, trust in it. Our intuition is gentle and encouraging and although it may nudge us out of our comfort zone it does not put us in danger.
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