Amnesia

I was recently watching the show "Samantha Who?" on ABC. It is about a woman who has amnesia and is trying to figure out who she really is. She is finding that she doesn't like who she used to be and since she is rediscovering herself, figures she might as well make some changes and be a better person for it. And as I sat there watching, I thought, "Wow, in a way she's kind of lucky." What if we all had a case of amnesia? Wouldn't it be nice if you could just forget the past and reinvent yourself into whomever you wanted to be? And then I thought, "why not?" We all have that capability, yet for some reason, we hold on to the misery of our past and the fear of not being able to change.

So I've invented,what I'm sure could never be a true medical term, but none the less, is my new term. I call it, "Selective Amnesia." And no that's not the same as denial... I like to think of selective amnesia as giving yourself permission to forget past mistakes or regrets in order to get on with your life. So, get on with it! Redefine who you are...start new...and don't look back.

Cold and Rainy Today

It's cold, rainy and gloomy today...a good day to stay inside and snuggle up on the couch.

Where do you find comfort and relaxation? For me there's nothing better then watching movies all day. Especially those that make me laugh and forget the world for a while. It's fun to get lost in a good movie and let yourself regenerate.

Have you taken time lately to just relax and regenerate? During the fall, the earth sheds it's beauty and goes dormant so that it can start new in the spring and regenerate in greater abundance. Maybe we can all learn something from that. This fall, allow yourself some time to relax and regenerate. Chances are, you'll find you will be energized and more productive if you do take some time once in a while. So don't just wait for a cold day, make room for relaxation in your life now. It will be well worth your time.

After all...the holidays are just around the corner. You'll need that energy!

To read more about this topic, check out my current article this week from the "Coach's Corner" at www.mydiningspot.com.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

At the risk of sounding like a broken record to you...let me remind you again to please do regular breast exams and get yearly mammograms if you are forty or older. This month is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and so I want to encourage you to pass the word on to everyone you know. One in eight people will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. It is definitely more prevalent for those with a family history or who might not take good care of their health. But if I've learned one thing from Cara's experience, it's that cancer doesn't discriminate. She has no family history, eats healthy, exercises daily, and she was young... all the opposite of those at high risk. If it can happen to her, it can happen to anyone...you aren't exempt!

So take care of yourself...and save the boobies!

Race Results :o)

Well, as expected, the race was fabulous! There were over 60,000 people in it and the Colorado weather didn't disappoint. It was a beautiful day in the mile-high city. It also made Cara very happy to have the chance to share the day with so many people before her first round of chemo on Monday.

There were ten of us who did the race with her, including my daughters. My five year old even ran most of it. (I’m very proud of her.) Here is a picture of all of us, with our pink hair and our “We 'Cara' bout beating cancer” shirts on.

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Hello All!

Just a reminder that this weekend is the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Denver... If you still haven't made the commitment to join the race,then at least join the action by watching it on television. I'm sure you'll be inspired! It will be on Channel 9 News Sunday Morning. Tune in and let the spirit of the race embrace you. And look for me...who knows, it could happen!

Peace & Health,
Michelle

PS - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month...get checked and remind every woman you know to do the same. You're never too young to start taking care of yourself.

"Ta-Da!"

My two year old daughter's new favorite thing is to say "Ta-Da" after she does something that apparently she thinks is amazing. It made me laugh at first and then I thought...she's got it! Why not say "Ta-Da" when we accomplish something in our life that we didn't expect. I know there are a few people out there who love to toot their own horn, but the vast majority never say a word. Now that isn't all bad if you're doing it for the right reasons. There are many who like to make anonymous donations, or do a nice deed without taking any credit for it. Those aren't the people I'm talking about either. The one's I'm thinking of, are the people who never make mention of what they're doing because they don't think it's good enough. Or they're worried that someone will laugh or not value it. The reality is that they haven't put enough value in themselves. So I'm sending out this post today to encourage you to shout "Ta Da" at the top of you're lungs the next time you accomplish something. No matter how big or small, be proud of what you do and who you are. You never know when sharing what you've done might inspire others to do something too. After all, that's been a huge part of my blog entries and the response I've gotten from those who've said I've inspired them has been overwhelming. Stick your toe in the water and watch the ripple effect...

Ta-Da!

I'm at it again...

...at what you ask? Oh, just trying to do my part to fight cancer.

You remember when I told you about my sister-in-law, Cara, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer? Well, she has had a double mastectomy and is getting ready to undergo chemotherapy treatments starting October 6th. And when I asked her what we could do for her, you know what she said... "Come up to Denver and run in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure with me." The race is October 5th, the day before her first treatment and she is going to prove to herself and everyone else that she is going to stay strong in her fight against cancer. So, my husband and I have registered and will be running that day with her and Keith. Want to join us?

Contact me if you're interested by either sending me an email at michelle@lonetreecoach.com or just comment on this post and I'll get back to you. We'd love to have you join Team Cara to show that you "Cara" lot about the fight against cancer! Also, if you are in another state and would like to know more about getting involved in your area, go to http://www.komen.org/

Oh, and we are accepting donations for the race. If you are interested in making a donation, you can let me know about that as well. I don't have a page set up like I did on my last race because it is such short notice that I am doing this race. But any donation is appreciated and we will deliver it on the day of the race.