Tough Chicks!

Well, as promised... I am going to fill you in on my trip to Las Vegas...

I went there for an event called Experience the Reality of Success. (ERS for short.) Put on by a man by the name of David Neagle. That's me and my friend MaryKay in the picture with him.

It was a week long event which was tough for me because that was the longest I have ever been away from my girls. But additionally, the information we were given and the challenges that were placed before us were more then I would have ever expected. The cool thing is that I got everything I was wanting to experience out of the conference. How often does that happen? The reason... because I was willing to step out of my comfort zone and actually experience it. And interestingly enough, what I learned is that I don't have to be a tough chick all the time and put up a front that I'm always fine, always in control, and can always handle things on my own. The other thing I learned is that being vulnerable does not mean you are weak... who knew! Being vulnerable and open, although sometimes scary, is essential for experiencing life to it's fullest.

Since then, I have launched a group on facebook called "Tough Chicks." It is a group designed for anyone who has ever felt like they had to be someone they weren't or who might be afraid to open up and let the world know who they really are. And don't let the name fool you... guys are in the group too. If you're on facebook and interested in joining this amazing group, check it out. I think you'll enjoy it. http://groups.to/toughchicks/

The Recap

Hey everyone! I'm finally back from all my travels and getting caught up from being gone. I just thought I'd update you on my activities since I've been gone.

I believe the last time I wrote, the Lady Wildcats were headed to the state basketball tournament. They had a tough tournament, having to play the #1, #2, and #4 teams in the state. They beat the #4 team, only lost to the #2 team by five and the #1 team... well, there's a reason they are #1. So, they ended their season ranked sixth in the state. Not a bad year at all. I am extremely proud of them. They did a fantastic job and as I said before, there are definitely lessons we can learn from them by watching them step out of their comfort zone and just play ball.

Which leads me to my next trip, the conference I went to in Las Vegas... but I'll save that for my next post. Have a Happy Easter!

Good Luck Lady Wildcats!

I have spent the last several months attending high school basketball games. As most of you know, my husband is the head girls basketball coach, so it keeps us very busy. But this year in particular, has kept us busy as the Lady Wildcats have rallied to a remarkable season. They will be advancing this coming weekend to the State Championship tournament. It is such an honor to make it to this level. They have battled in game after game to have the right to be one of the top teams in the state. Only seven other teams make it to this level.

They will have a tough road ahead of them this coming weekend as they will go in eighth seed and have to play the number one team in the state. But they have faced such battles before and they always play with so much heart and dedication. As I watched them beat the number one team in their region this past weekend by one point to earn their spot among the best in the state, it struck me quite profoundly that if we all gave everything we had in the things we are passionate about, we'd find that success as well. They gave blood, sweat and tears, literally, and although they haven't won them all, they have come out winners more times then not.

No matter how this weekend's tournament turns out, they have a lot to be proud about. And we can all learn some lessons from them.

• Fight for what you want.
• Give it your all.
• Keep working.
• Put it all out there.
• Practice and then practice some more.
• Don't be afraid of the competition.
• You don't always know what the outcome will be, that's why you play the game.
• Do what you are passionate about with all your heart.

Good Luck Lady Wildcats! You're number one in my heart...

Sensible Strategies to Reclaim and Manage Your Time

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Is This You?

So there you are, eating a power bar, drinking coffee and applying your makeup; all while in the car driving to work. Totally frustrated because traffic is bad and you’re running late AGAIN, in spite of the fact that you must have yelled, “Hurry up!” at your children at least 25 times before you left the house. You scurry into work as your morning haste sets the tone for your entire day and you feel rushed with all you try to do. Riddled with guilt because you were late and smothered by the tasks you think you need to get done, you also feel obligated to stay after work, which inevitably makes you late picking up the kids at daycare. And the pattern continues. Late supper, late to bed… Rushing, running, stressed, frustrated, and overwhelmed. It is time to stop rushing and racing. It’s time - to get some time back in your life!

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Give me a little of your time, and I’ll give you some time back in your life!

Where has the time gone?

WOW...I can't believe that the month of January is almost over already. Where did the time go? Have you made your resolutions for this year? If you haven't, then you might want to get a move on. You know being aware of changes you need to make in your life is the first step to actually changing. The second step is devising a plan to make it happen. Start with defining your values, what is truly important to you in your life. Then using the SMART acronym, create your goals by being sure they have each of the following component:

Specifics
Measurable Outcomes
Action Steps
Realistic Expectations
Time Line for Completion

Then get started. The part that creates the most failure in people's plans is the action phase. All too often, a brilliant plan is devised but action is never taken, leaving the plan to die on the vine. Don't forget to take action. Without it, your goals are just an empty thought.

So what are you waiting for...time is going by, get moving?

Did You Survive?

Okay, so the holiday season is coming to an end...did you survive it? Were you able to take some of the things you learned in my holiday teleseminar and apply it to your holiday season in order to be stress free?

If not, then I guess that it's time to start planning those New Year's Resolutions! If you are one of those people who always sets unrealistic resolutions only to be disappointed later when they fail, then I have help for you. Check out my article at http://www.mydiningspot.com/ under the "Coach's Corner" to learn how to set SMART Resolutions this year.

Here's wishing you a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year!