coachheidi@empoweredcoachingha.com

coachheidi@empoweredcoachingha.com

coachheidi@empoweredcoachingha.com

The Disease to Please: Curing the People-Pleasing Syndrome

The post discusses insights from the book “The Disease to Please,” emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and learning to say no. There are many versions of NO: polite, humorous, and snarky ways. The key message is to prioritize self-care and reclaim time by confidently saying no when necessary.

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The Good Enough Job. Reclaiming Life from Work.

My recent reads include “90 Seconds to a Life You Love,” “The Disease to Please,” “Dopamine Nation,” and “The Good Enough Job.” The last, by Simone Stolzoff, explores the concept of “good enough” work, urging a balance between meaningful work and self-identity. The book’s insights triggered a realization about detaching self-worth from work and embracing diverse roles in life.

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Pain with a Purpose

During a conversation with clients, we explored pain and suffering, considering the equation “Suffering = Pain x Resistance.” The idea of “Heart Work = Pain X Purpose” emerged, emphasizing the importance of allowing difficult emotions and finding purpose in pain. The key is to choose awareness over resistance and seek the purpose in challenging experiences.

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Mastering Difficult Emotions

In “90 Seconds to a Life You Love,” Joan Rosenberg, PhD, discusses embracing uncomfortable emotions to build confidence and authenticity. By allowing and tolerating these feelings for 90 seconds, one can move past them and cultivate confidence, resilience, and authenticity.
Through coaching, individuals can develop awareness, recognize their thoughts, and embrace an empowering identity. Confidence in facing discomfort unlocks limitless potential.

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Asking Lofty Questions

A nod to The Buddha and The Badass which suggests shifting internal conversations by asking lofty questions instead of using affirmations. Lofty questions prompt the brain to gather evidence, leading to true belief. Asking questions can shift the brain to find unconsidered evidence, transforming beliefs and identity.

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Love is a Four Letter Word

Perhaps generosity isn’t generous if you are always giving at the expense of yourself. Lack of personal time for working moms often leads to frustration, resentment, and overwhelm. Reclaiming time involves a calendar audit, identifying personal desires, and building an intentional schedule. I think it’s vital for both happiness and satisfaction.

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