Worst case scenarios and the boogeyman In general, focusing on worst case scenarios is not a good strategy. However, for short periods of time, this can be useful because an examined worst case scenario is usually far less horrible than the imagined worst case scenario. That scenario tends to be straight from the mind […]
The cure for loss of momentum
The cure for loss of momentum When we are driving, we lose momentum for all kinds of reasons – stoplights, stop signs, traffic patterns, detours, bad driving by others, etc. However, this is certainly not a problem. It is simply a part of driving. And, it is really easy to start regaining momentum – step […]
The counter intent of busyness
The counter intent of busyness Often times people want to do better, get better results, grow their businesses etc. – but, they also have a story like ~ I’m already at capacity. Or, I’m already working too hard. Or, I’m tired. Or, I don’t want to lose my freedom. . . When this happens, counter-intent […]
Misdirected Defiance
Misdirected Defiance Defiance is often at the root of our self-sabotaging behaviors. Look at the things you do that you know you shouldn’t be doing ~ hitting the snooze button, making poor food choices, choosing not to exercise, staying up too late, choosing not to make phone calls, binge watching TV, aimlessly surfing the web […]
Redefining Loving Ourselves
We often view letting ourselves off the hook or cutting ourselves some slack as loving ourselves. In some situations this is probably accurate but more often than not it isn’t. It is actually self-sabotage and self-damage. One definition of emotional maturity is doing the “right” thing even when you don’t feel like it. Usually in […]
How To Overcome Self Sabotage In Sales
How To Overcome Self Sabotage In Sales The reality is that if you are in business, you are in sales. The better you are at sales, the better your business will go. Do you want to sell in a way that honors and respects your prospect AND leaves you feeling alive, inspired and good about […]