Sunday, December 14, 2008

Christine Kloser ~ How to Put Soul in Your Business and Money in Your Bank

Christine Kloser ~ How to Put Soul in Your Business and Money in Your Bank

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Saturday, December 13, 2008

Christmas Year Round?

I found an awesome Christmas decoration yesterday, but it's not going on my tree, it's going in my office!

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It is so much fun!

I put it in my peg board for now, but I'm sure I'll find a happy home for it soon.

I may just have to put up another couple of hooks on my door.  Right now I have my OM and my Angel.  :)

Thursday, December 11, 2008

What To Do When You Don’t Know What To Do

So many times in our lives, we think we are “on our way”. Things are moving. We are moving.

Then, all of the sudden, things stop!

Where did my sense of direction go? Why don’t I know what to do? There has to be SOMETHING for me to do! Did I lose my purpose? Was I on the wrong track? What happened?!

A sense of panic comes in. When there is no action, we feel lost and perhaps even stupid or useless.

Our River of Life has reached a calm pool, and we’re busy freaking out! Sails go up and down. The Paddles come out, and we paddle on this side and that. New fangled motors are tested. Nothing moves. It’s like there’s an anchor on the boat, and we can’t see the chain to pull it up.

These moments, too, are opportunities. Those calm pools along the River of Your Life are equally as important and valuable. Life should not be white water rafting all the way through!

When we are in action, we feel useful and on purpose. These times of in-action are times when we can redefine and rebalance. They are times to refuel and rejuvenate.

The question becomes, “What do we do when we have nothing to do?”

Here are some places you can explore when you’ve reached one of those calm pools in Your River of Life.

Trust.

These silent times are exactly perfect too. What if you trusted that The Universe has everything under control?

Let’s take the analogy of planting and growing a garden. You prepare the soil by adding nutrients, clearing away the weeds, and making the rows or raised beds to plant your seeds. You pick the seeds you want to plant. A plan is made for which vegetables go where. The dirt is parted, and the seeds sprinkled. You gently cover over the seeds and begin to water.

For the next while, all you need to do is water, and pull the occasional weed that pops up. You don’t see any action or movement. Things are quiet for the time being, and yet, beneath the surface there are all kinds of unseen action!

The seed expands and pops open. A tiny little root begins to squirm its way through the dirt, sucking up all the incredible resources you worked into the soil, and drinking the life-giving water. Before long, its fingers begin stretching up, building up strength to pop through the surface and peak out at the sunlight.

Can you Trust that in these times of silence that the seeds you’ve planted with your thoughts are germinating like the seeds in your garden? Or will you rush around uncovering your seeds daily to see if they are growing, and preventing them from growing?

Trust that all is well. Gently water your seeds, and pull the occasional weed. Enjoy the sunshine and trust. The Universe does not stop he growth of the seeds in the Garden, and it does not stop the growth of the seeds you have planted either.

Nourish.

Use these times as opportunities to take good care of You.

Chances are, when things were moving you were so busy you were not doing those small things that keep you rejuvenated. “I don’t have time,” is often how you would put yourself off. Things were moving! How could you have time to exercise, eat right, or meditate?

As with the garden, those busy times were important, and those times of watering and patiently waiting are equally important.

These can be times to set up new habits of self-care. Here are some new habits you can add to your daily routine.

Meditation. Meditation does not need to take a full hour of your time. It can be as simple as sitting quietly for 5 minutes, and you can add an extra 5 minutes into your shower. There are many forms of active meditations, including walking meditations. Puzzles are wonderful form of meditation. Your focus is only on the puzzle, and all other thoughts move into the background.

Journaling. Journaling can be as simple as writing 5 gratitudes per day. You can write your intentions or desires. Write your joyful experiences. Gather affirmations and quotes that inspire you. Joy Journaling is a fun and creative way to use your Journal.

Exercise. This can be as simple as adding in a 10-30 minute walk each day. There are so many fun and creative ways to exercise. There are a variety dance classes offered. Gyms are offering cycling, kick boxing and much more. You can take up a martial art. There are also creative blendings of exercise forms being offered, such as Nia. Take this time to sample a few until you find one that is fun for you.

Nutrition. When you have more time available, you can get creative with your eating. You do not need to cook all day to get a quality meal. Sometimes taking the time to explore your grocery store or specialty shops in your neighbourhood can open up new creativity in your kitchen. Explore your library or local book store for cooking ideas. Take this time to find some quick and easy recipes you enjoy so when things do get moving again, you’re ready!

Life is like a River. There are times when the waters are flowing with speed, and there are other times where we come into the calm pools and can see the fish and plants growing on the bottom. Take the time to look into the pools. It’s so much more enjoyable than franticly paddling your canoe and missing all the beauty and joy.

Pull your paddle back in the boat. Stretch back and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. The River will speed up soon enough, and when it does, you’ll be full of energy and ready to go!

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Velma Gallant, “The Queen of JOY!”, is an author, international speaker and Lazer Clarity Coach. She hosts her highly acclaimed internet radio show, Welcome Changes Radio where she interviews exciting and dynamic guests such as New York Times best selling author, Neale Donald Walsch, Mike Dooley from "The Secret", and many more. Velma coaches Executives and Entrepreneurs to lazer in on what’s vital to create and experience Joy-Filled Balance in their life and work. Velma can be contacted through her website, http://www.WelcomeChangesRadio.com.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Welcome Changes Radio ~ Kathleen Gage ~ Download the Show!

The show was awesome!  You can download it here.

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Monday, December 8, 2008

Welcome Changes Radio ~ Kathleen Gage ~ Creating Abundance through the Power of the Internet

Special Guest:  Kathleen Gage
Date: December 9, 2008
Time: 10AM Pacific / 1PM Eastern
Where: http://www.welcomechangesradio.com

Show Topic:  Creating Abundance through the Power of the Internet

Who is Kathleen Gage?

Kathleen Gage aka The Street Smarts Marketer™ is CEO and founder of Turning Point, Inc. and Maxwell Publishing. She is a bestselling author; an Internet marketing and publicity expert; and an award-winning keynote speaker. Kathleen is recognized as one of the leading authorities on how spiritually minded speakers, authors, coaches and consultants can attract more business, gain better market position and increase their revenues exponentially by applying proven business and universal principles.

http://queenofjoy.com/recommends/kathleen
http://queenofjoy.com/recommends/ssteleseminars 

See you there! 

Show up live, and you can win a copy of "Juicy Bites of Welcome Changes"! Be sure to stay in the chat room AFTER the show. You must be there to win!

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Upcoming Shows:
December 16, 2008: Christine Kloser
December  23 & 30, 2008: No shows for Christmas Holidays
January 6, 2008: Ron LaPlace

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Saturday, December 6, 2008

48 Hours Left

There is only 48 hours left for you to take advantage of the Birthday Presents from my Birthday Celebration. Don’t miss out!

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Birthday Present #1

F.r-e-e Joy Journal! Buy the Juicy Bites ebook and pay for shipping of the Journal and it’s all yours! That’s a savings of $17!

Birthday Present #2

Juicy Bites of Welcome Changes ebook for 50% off, and you get all the bonuses too! That’s a savings of $13.50

Birthday Present #3

All Living Abundant Joy products are 50% off. That’s $7.50 off of individual mp3’s, $90 off all 18 mp3’s, or more than $145 off of the CD’s. It’s up to you

Birthday Present #4

Joy Journal Teleclass December 10th. The teleclass is f.r.e-e. You can have the mp3 for just $5 (which is great if you want the info but can’t make it). Or to get you started right away, get the class, mp3 and Joy Journal for $12 plus shipping, saving you $10.

Birthday Present #5

All coaching programs for 50% off. If you’ve wanted to hire a coach, but the cost was holding you back, now’s the time to set up your consultation. As long as your consultation request is dated December 7th or earlier, you will be eligible for this discount. If you have a group, group pricing is 50% off too. Email me directly regarding your group.

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There are more details regarding each present here. Check them all out, and pick the one that fits BEST for you.

Don’t miss out! That 48 hours ticks by fast!

Life is Good

Last night was the “Old Fashioned Christmas” festivities here in town. They light the Christmas Tree downtown. There was a bonfire. We went on the Wagon Ride around town. Those Clydesdale Horses are HUGE! There was Beef on a Bun. The boys really enjoyed that. It’s a good way to raise funds for the town’s parks. Christmas Music was playing loud enough you could here it no matter where you were downtown. (It’s a small downtown. :-)

All the stores were open late, and everyone had treats, and some kind of draw to enter your name into. There were sales on. I went back out after to do some shopping. :-D

It was an evening of complete Joy! My husband and I sat down after the evening, and looked back not only over the evening, but over the past four years. 4 years ago our life was upside down, and we could not see how we were ever going to get out of the situation we were in.

4 years later, our lives have taken a 540 degree flip. (Yeah…it feels like we’ve flipped over a few times.) We are in a small community filled with kind people. We love our home. Plurk is full of joy and satisfaction. Our son is thriving in the school he’s in. Our health is fantastic. We have great friends. As I write this I feel so overwhelmed with gratitude for all the Universe has brought me.

Ahhhhh….Life is Good.

It’s funny. When we first moved here, one of the people we met always said that. He still says it. “Life is Good.” Now I’m saying it! Guess it’s contagious.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Welcome Changes Radio ~ Sonia Ricotti ~ Download the show!

The show was awesome!  You can download it here.

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Here's the book we discuss.  An excellent book for mastering Law of Attraction!

The Law of Attraction Plain and Simple: Create the Extraordinary Life You Deserve

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Monday, December 1, 2008

Sonia Ricotti ~ Live Life OUT LOUD!

Special Guest:  Sonia Ricotti
Date: December 2, 2008
Time: 11AM Pacific / 2PM Eastern
Where: http://www.welcomechangesradio.com

Show Topic:  Live Life OUT LOUD!

Who is Sonia Ricotti?

Sonia Ricotti is the author of the new bestselling book The Law of Attraction Plain and Simple: Create the Extraordinary Life You Deserve. A life-altering and inspirational book about how to generate positive energy all the time no matter what the circumstances are in your life! It is a book about achieving true inner peace and happiness that will ultimately result in attracting all that you desire in life.

Sonia is also the host of Lead Out Loud Talk Radio, a renowned motivational speaker, and President of Lead Out Loud (an inspirational leadership and self development company). She has been interviewed on numerous TV and talk radio shows including Oprah and Friends Radio.

Visit her website at http://www.leadoutloud.ca .

See you there! 

Invite Your Friends too!

Show up live, and you can win a copy of "Juicy Bites of Welcome Changes"! Be sure to stay in the chat room AFTER the show. You must be there to win!

Upcoming Shows:
December 9, 2008: Kathleen Gage
December 16, 2008: Christine Kloser
December  23 & 30, 2008: No shows for Christmas Holidays

Download Past Shows:
http://welcomechangesradio.com/category/downloads/

Help Welcome Changes Radio touch lives across the world!
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