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Comment on Are you a believer? Or a creator? by Richard Holmes

Richard Holmes — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:46:24 +0000

Great post Gina. xxx

Comment on 5 Things That Will Make You Achieve Your 2012 Goals…or Not by ActionPodcast

ActionPodcast — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:32:09 +0000

Thanks for the like Jan!

Comment on How to Keep Your Heart Open When You’ve Been Hurt by Gina

Gina — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:19:04 +0000

Hi Regina! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this important topic. As you so rightly say, it can be very challenging to keep our hearts open when we’ve been hurt. The key is in realising that the heart is absolutely where our strength and solace lies. Not the head. Once we close our hearts we inhibit our ability to receive love. In my own experience diving even deeper into my own heart when I’ve been hurt has given the me the confidence I needed to invite more love back into my life. And receive it wholeheartedly.

Comment on Eliminate. Don’t Accumulate by The Value of Things » ActionPodcast

The Value of Things » ActionPodcast — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:48:25 +0000

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Comment on How to Keep Your Heart Open When You’ve Been Hurt by Regina M Ryan

Regina M Ryan — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:34:00 +0000

Excellent Blog. You have some great insights to share. This is a very universal topic and I know personally it sometimes can be a challenge to keep your heart open. Your blog is a great reminder that it is a in daily practice. You have offered very useful ways to practice. Thank You Gina!

Comment on Perfect by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 07:59:00 +0000

Hi Maria! It’s great to hear that this has helped a bit. We all suffer from Perfection Paralysis occasionally, but when it comes down to it, it’s mor important to give something a go than never try because it won’t be perfect. Let us know how you get on putting this into practice!

Comment on Perfect by Paul

Paul — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 07:58:29 +0000

Comment on Perfect by Maria Dera

Maria Dera — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 23:39:00 +0000

I love this set of posts on perfection – I feel validated and more importantly compelled to let go of my need to be perfect – and feeling more ok to fail.

Comment on The Skill of Moving from Selfish to Selfless by Chris Janzen

Chris Janzen — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:40:00 +0000

Hi Sue – thank you so much for sharing your additional feelings and insights. Yes, there are different ways to define or interpret ‘selfless’ so we can pick the one that resonates with us the most…and turn that into action that serves us, others and the greater good. Cheers, Chris

Comment on The Skill of Moving from Selfish to Selfless by Sueatkinson

Sueatkinson — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 07:25:00 +0000

On the subject of the term ‘self-less’. To me it implies that we have more regard for others than for ourselves. We are all a piece of God. We are all equal and as such we are all deserving of respect. I do believe that we are on this earth to serve others but to serve others we must first serve ourselves; to love others we must first love ourselves. Only then are we truly able to love, serve and give of ourselves to the full from a position of strength. If we come from a position of weakness we are open to being put upon and taken advantage of. Not sure what would be a better term than ‘self-less’. Self-Giving? Self-Freeing? Self-Serving?I suppose at the end of the day it’s just semantics and it’s all down to interpretation – or mis-interpretation as the case may be! Great article Chris. These are just my thoughts from where I am now. Thanks for provoking them! Sue

Comment on The Single Biggest Factor Stopping Your Success by Chris

Chris — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 06:38:19 +0000

So nice to hear from you ‘Inspired’. And glad you’re enjoying what we do.

Comment on The Single Biggest Factor Stopping Your Success by Inspired

Inspired — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:13:21 +0000

Your podcasts and blogs have helped me so much.

Thank you.

Comment on Is Your Current Life a Warning or an Example? by Turn Your Warning Signs Into Action » Action Podcast

Turn Your Warning Signs Into Action » Action Podcast — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:12:36 +0000

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Comment on Most Popular by Paul

Paul — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 07:08:18 +0000

Thank you Victoire!
It’s always a joy to hear how others enjoy our work. Let us know if there are any specific topics we can cover for you
Cheers!
Paul

Comment on Most Popular by Victoire

Victoire — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 21:45:54 +0000

Dear four of you,

Your audience not only reached more than 120,000 downloads but also French listeners! Congratulations!! It is really interesting to listen to all the podcasts and to read the articles you are posting. It helps us in everyday life, thank you and as we say in French “Bonne continuation”!
Have a great week,
Victoire

Comment on Inspire me by Paul

Paul — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:24:20 +0000

Hi Tamworth! Thanks for letting us know you enjoyed the podcast, it’s always great to hear
Cheers!
Paul

Comment on Inspire me by Tamworth Grice

Tamworth Grice — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 22:52:40 +0000

GREAT podcast! Thanks so much!

Comment on 4 Questions for Navigating Change by Chris

Chris — Sat, 21 May 2011 07:33:06 +0000

Great to hear Caryn. As we said, it never ceases to amaze how actually writing it down can quickly bring new insights, perspectives and clarity for taking the next action. Well done!

Comment on 4 Questions for Navigating Change by Caryn Waller

Caryn Waller — Sat, 21 May 2011 06:36:15 +0000

I loved listening to Gina and Chris talk about navigating change. Openly accepting, verbalising and writing down what my real worries were about starting my own business helped me realise my fears were ones I overcome easily and every day for other people so why was I so worried about overcoming them for me? I gained important perspective quickly and powered on.

Comment on The Single Biggest Factor Stopping Your Success by Irene Glasgow

Irene Glasgow — Thu, 12 May 2011 09:31:17 +0000

The Action Podcast 5-Point Path for Taking Everyday Action has really helped me to explore the barriers I put up to stop my own success.

Comment on Happy Hump Day! by Regina

Regina — Thu, 05 May 2011 02:17:23 +0000

Gina, great hump suggestions! Yes us yanks have multiple meanings for “HUMP”. Loved your Hump Day Exercise Special! Somehow I think you could combine tip #4 and #5 – either way you could be getting some exercise Seriously, we all have to find creative ways to make it fresh by mid-week to keep our energy up. Great ideas!!!! Thanks for sharing. Happy Hump Day!

Comment on The Challenges of Outsourcing & Delegating by Riz

Riz — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 18:14:14 +0000

Thanks Sam and Paul. Enjoyed listening. You’re right, outsourcing does require a bit of work initially and once it starts working it can free up a lot of time for us to do other things that we really enjoy doing.
I like the cleaning example..always the first thing to delegate

Comment on The Challenges of Outsourcing & Delegating by Vikki Meharg

Vikki Meharg — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 22:09:44 +0000

Easy listening, and informative.

Comment on Thank YOU – A 100,000 Reasons For Taking Small Steps by 100,000 Reasons

100,000 Reasons — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:55:33 +0000

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Comment on Thank YOU – A 100,000 Reasons For Taking Small Steps by Irene Glasgow

Irene Glasgow — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 11:12:19 +0000

Being able to join in the Month of Momentum has allowed me to think that I can actually achieve anything I want. My own personal goals for the month have been realised with a much better blood pressure reading and a reduced stress levels. Small steps towards a calmer future. Many thanks

Comment on Two Magic Words That Will Give You Focus by Paul

Paul — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:19:42 +0000

Hi Riz! Absolutely, it’s your own personal mission statement. It really helps you with a simple and quick way to check you are still on track. Let me know how it works for you.

Comment on Deadlines by Regina

Regina — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:54:58 +0000

Hi Sam and Gina, I enjoyed your chat and tips around managing deadlines. Good topic. Especially the idea of breaking down tasks into smaller chunks and balancing it by not denying yourself some breaks like walks. I think the key is really getting to the core of your own personality and finding what works best. Sam, I also like the setting of the calendar deadline alarm in advance of when needed as a reminder to get on it. I actually have done that and it helps. Here’s to meeting our deadlines!

Comment on Two Magic Words That Will Give You Focus by Riz

Riz — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:18:40 +0000

Good suggestion. I will start thinking of two words to help focus in life. It is similar to a business having a mission statement, it brings focus and vision to the members of the organisation.

Comment on Keeping Up Your Momentum by Regina

Regina — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 11:18:29 +0000

Hi Gina and Paul:

Great inspiring topic. Thanks for your honesty and ideas. Love the concept of a feather beating. I agree we need to be more gentle on ourselves. You are absolutely right that the key is just to keep going back regardless of the gap in time. I also find that it is great to think health instead of weight loss – that mindshift helps me. Enjoyed your strategies especially the clothes and gym bag positioning so it stares you in the face in the morning. Also like the visualization idea of what you want. Good for you both!!!!! Look forward to keeping you honest. And yes Gina, I will continue the friendly text reminders as your accountability buddy. Wish you both much success. Here’s to tight abs and a hot babe in South of France.

Comment on Teething Pains by Sam

Sam — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 21:54:11 +0000

Hi Linda,

Apologies for the delay in responding to your comment.
We take all the feedback we receive seriously, and do appreciate both positive comments and constructive ones, so I wanted to go back through the podcast to check in on whether we had delivered what we said we would.

Whilst our podcasts are always action-focused in an often very tangible way, there are times when we explore more subtle techniques that we call “perspective shifts” or reframing of a situation/thoughts. These might not be as clearly identifiable as action points as the tangible ones, however they are designed to help people move forward if they can relate to the situation being discussed.

During this podcast, Paul and I explore a number of perspective shifts that can be applied to the teething pains someone might experience when doing something new for the first time (particularly if it feels really hard):

– Don’t try to over-perfect it – let good be “good enough”.
– If it is feeling painful: take a deep breath, lift your head and acknowledge the hard work/learning curve that you’re on.
– Remind yourself that it will be easier next time (the more you do it, the more competent you become, the easier it is).
– Learn from your experience – take time out to explore what you’ve learnt: either incrementally as you progress, or once you’ve finished (debrief).
– Even if you really haven’t enjoyed the experience of this new thing and wouldn’t do it again, it has not been a waste of time: it could be a stepping stone to something that will suit you better, it might have added another string to your bow, or worst case, it has helped you get really clear on what you don’t want to do again (freeing up your energy/focus for something you do want instead).

I’m sorry these didn’t resonate with you as you listened to the podcast, and I trust you’ll find some of the more tangible action topics in other podcasts more effective at helping you move forward. I appreciate the opportunity your comment gave me to review this!

With love & curiosity,
Sam

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Chris

Chris — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 20:55:57 +0000

Hi Tania,

Glad this has helped to shift your perspective. Planting seeds is definitely a key to long term success! More about that in next week’s Month of Momentum members area.

Chris

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Tania

Tania — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 20:36:14 +0000

The point that overwhelm leads to inaction really resonated with me. I tend to take an “all or nothing” approach which often leads me to give up (early) when facing setbacks and not meeting (unreasonable) expectations. Your post legitimises the value of slow and steady. From little things, big things grow. And I look forward to planting the seeds!

Thanks Chris

Comment on Special Announcement – build rapid momentum today! by Sam

Sam — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 23:42:05 +0000

Hi Dana,
Great to hear this has helped you reclaim some of your momentum and enthusiasm!
Remember to add something to your “What works” list, so that you’ve already got that advantage next time a hurdle crops up.
(And if you want to add a dash of “publicly” to your 2011 goals then we’d love to hear them too!)
With love & curiosity,
Sam

Comment on Special Announcement – build rapid momentum today! by Dana

Dana — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:53:38 +0000

Thanks for this video – it really hit home and the timing is perfect. I already felt like I was losing energy towards some of my 2011 goals…..but now I can see how to create action for myself. I am pumped!

Comment on A Fresh Perspective by Use your past success! | Emotion Mastery

Use your past success! | Emotion Mastery — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 19:41:58 +0000

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Comment on Teething Pains by Linda

Linda — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:02:19 +0000

this post is not helpful. Paul & Sam explore this techniques where, how, give us at least one tip.
Thks.

Comment on 10 Power Questions to move you forward by Gina

Gina — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 11:22:11 +0000

Hi Linda

Thank you for your great feedback and suggestions. You are absolutely right – taking the time to be still, be silent and be in our hearts to discover what we really love is not only magical but provides us with a road map to take us forward. Have a great weekend!

Comment on 10 Power Questions to move you forward by Linda

Linda — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:30:02 +0000

Hi Action Podcast team aka Gina for today,

These are key questions to ask when looking for life directions. The currency reality is that most of us will go through six or seven complete career or business changes in our lifetime, the average length of each being about five years. We need to go back to our childhood to seek clarity and not force an outcome like we tend to do. Taking the time to be in silence to write the answers to these questions. Do it for you the most important person in your life. Have a fantastic day!

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Comment on When Less = More Action by Sam

Sam — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 21:59:14 +0000

Thanks for sharing your top goals for 2011 Mary!
As there are possible links between some of your goals, you could try a trick I’ve found can work nicely – and that is to turn a challenge into a reward for taking action on another challenge.
Sound complicated? It’s not really… for example, what would happen if going out for a walk in the fresh air was a reward for reducing the time you spend in front of the computer? Or, if creating a piece of art was a reward for walking outdoors and being curious about the creativity the walking might inspire?
However you decide to tackle it, start with really small steps and celebrate each one! So it might be a 5 minute walk around the house, or one afternoon a week without turning the computer on… find whatever baby step works for you and you’ll soon find proof that you can achieve these things (even when you have the occasional day of falling off the horse)!
Here’s to an action-filled AND enjoyable year!
With love & curiosity,
Sam

Comment on When Less = More Action by Mary Fairgrieve

Mary Fairgrieve — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 10:55:37 +0000

This year I would like to focus on limiting the time I spend on the computer and would like to try and go out for a walk everyday (it’s been difficult the past month with the snow, at least that was my excuse). I would also like to produce some art works instead of thinking about producing them, I’ve made a good start but still allow myself to get distracted by computer related compulsions.

Comment on Be Anything But Perfect by Chris

Chris — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 01:25:56 +0000

Thanks for your thoughts Regina! Agree that those that are driven for perfection are driven with positive intent…sometimes it’s just not realised what’s at the core of that drive. Good luck with the book

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Comment on Be Anything But Perfect by Regina

Regina — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:02:41 +0000

Gina and Chris, great podcast and very important topic. Totally agree with you on it being about balance. Nice insight. I also think even those that don’t think it is about self-worth subconsciously have a motivation about worth/value/expectation that is driving them so hard to be a perfectionist – probably something they learned as a child. Thanks for the reminder and tips to keep me in check when I’m getting out of balance. Like how you put it -to be imperfectly perfect! Also love the “Good Enough” Mantra. Ok so I can go write my book now

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Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Adrienne Randall

Adrienne Randall — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 23:47:41 +0000

You’re so right Claire! Most of all, small steps conquers fear, procrastination and all the other gremlins that get in the way of us living to our authentic best. Thanks for all your contributions to our site Chris

Comment on 8 questions you must ask at the end of each year by Chris

Chris — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 13:40:54 +0000

Hi Amanda – so glad you’ve spent quality time with this exercise. I think it’s natural for us to dwell on the negative side that’s why questions 1-3 are so important…they force us to dwell on the good things, the magic moments, the experiences that really lit us up. The bad stuff is always there…and so is the good when we look for it. It’s also important to see things as they are, but not worse than they are. You may have some things that you beat yourself up about but don’t bring unnecessary harsh emotions to it. If you didn’t accomplish what you wanted, take the lessons from why not and reset your approach for a brilliant 2011! (And have fun in the process Chris

Comment on 8 questions you must ask at the end of each year by Amanda

Amanda — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:36:26 +0000

Just thought I’d let you know that this is a brilliant exercise, Chris. I’ve spent about 40 min really thinking and examining.

Interesting that I found far more negative things about 2010 than good things. However, great benefit from reflecting on the insights of 2010 and looking at projects/goals for 2011.

Would be interested to see if others beat themselves up as much as I did!

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Comment on Don’t call me perfect… by Sam

Sam — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 19:45:17 +0000

I absolutely love getting feedback on my blog posts and podcasts, and I want to say a special thanks to @rlalita on Twitter who sent me this message recently:

@CuriosityCoach loved yr post on Perfectionism. U spoke my mind & heart . Thx u (5:54 PM Oct 23rd)

Thanks Lalita – I’m so glad it spoke to you!

Comment on Taking care of YOU by Sam

Sam — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 21:54:23 +0000

Hi Regina,

Thanks very much for your comments! I’m sure Gina and/or Chris will want to reply, but your strategy of practicing healthy boundaries is a really useful one – so I particularly wanted to acknowledge it!
We’ve all got innate boundaries that we may not even realise are there, so it’s worth exploring what our boundaries might be and then to focus on reinforcing them, or checking in that we are not allowing them to be breached. Our boundaries are unique to each of us, and sometimes having a metaphor can help so I think of them as protective rings around us. When we are clear on what our boundaries are, it is easier to make decisions that respect them.

Glad you enjoyed your weekend of “ME” time – what a wonderful gift!
With love & curiosity,
Sam

Comment on Taking care of YOU by Regina

Regina — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:46:17 +0000

Gina and Chris, thank you for reminding us about self-care. As one who is a giver, I struggle with this and it is always helpful to get reinforcement strategies. I enjoyed your tips. My favorites are stepping back and checking in with your body, identifying if the task at hand is essential, flipping roles and asking for help instead, and last but certainly not least –being perfectly honest with yourself and taking responsibility. Gina, you are right about “role modeling” we can teach through example. Two other strategies that I practice are going where the energy is to get into action and out of the “stuck” mode and practicing healthy boundaries – limit my interaction with people who drain me, increase my interaction with people who give me energy, and incorporate “ME” time when I’m out of wack. Just came off a weekend of “ME” time. Thanks again for the self care reminder. It’s vital to our well being.

Comment on Move out of your comfort zone by Gina

Gina — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:01:15 +0000

Thank you for your great feedback Regina. We love hearing from listeners…. it’s great to know that the post was helpful for you. Good luck with continuing to forge ahead and find ways to nudge yourself out of your comfort zone! p.s. And I will definitely call you about that parachute jump!! Yes it was an incredibly liberating experience – the closest I’ve ever come to flying like a bird!

Comment on Move out of your comfort zone by Regina

Regina — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 14:23:53 +0000

Gina, thanks for sharing your insights about getting out of your comfort zone. I can totally relate to this…. a big part of my life is out of it’s comfort zone right now. I can say that the taking action is the most helpful method. It really is about the doing! You don’t focus on the what ifs when you are in action “doing”. All five methods are extremely helpful. Great reminder of the resources we have within ourselves-if we just get out of our own way. BTW, if you ever want to parachute jump again call me, it is on my bucket list of things to do! I imagine the experience of jumping from a plane would be so liberating to do. Take the risk and dare to feel the fear and do it anyway! Can’t wait to do it.

Comment on The Dance of a Social Butterfly by Practice Active Listening » Action Podcast

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Comment on The Dance of a Social Butterfly by Paul

Paul — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 05:08:34 +0000

Hi Dean! Thank you for your question. We love getting them from our listeners as it really helps us cover the topics that matter to them. Some of our best shows have come from questions posed to us by listeners.
Talking of eBooks, we do have one coming out very soon, but it’s going to be free! So make sure you are signed up to our news letter to make sure you get a copy as soon as it comes out!
Keep in touch and let us know how you are getting on with your own dance of the social butterfly.
Cheers!
Paul

Comment on The Dance of a Social Butterfly by Dean. F

Dean. F — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 01:48:11 +0000

Hi,
Thanks for reply to my question (I was the one who asked it) – it was great to be answered, I listen to over a dozen self help type podcast shows and have asked questions; and only you (and another called The Alpha Dude by Michael Pulser) were the only ones that answered the questions – and more importantly the answer wasnt – “oh the answer is in my ebook or coaching session if you buy it….”
Anyway – I love the concept of the social butterfly – it was a great metaphor. Keep up the good work. Will keep listening.

Comment on The Dance of a Social Butterfly by Paul

Paul — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:20:35 +0000

LOL I know it’s been too long, I’ll get a new recording for you of Peter and I doing our best Vera and Gooch impression soon for you!

Comment on The Dance of a Social Butterfly by Auntie Vera Charles

Auntie Vera Charles — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 06:05:03 +0000

I know, I know, I KNOW I’m supposed to be listening to the content, but DAMN IT, I just can’t get past the terrific voice and that gorgeous accent.

Comment on Different Ways of Doing Things by Gina

Gina — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 15:07:20 +0000

Hello John! Great to hear from you in sunny Canada. Thank you for your generous feedback. It’s so encouraging to hear that our blog and podcasts are a rich source of information and inspiration for you. Please keep your comments coming. All the best! Gina

Comment on Make A Wish List by Gina

Gina — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 15:03:21 +0000

Thank you Regina. We’d love to hear more about the creation of your ‘wish lists’ as they evolve and come to fruition. Please keep us posted!
Gina

Comment on Resolutions – Why Bother?! by Sam

Sam — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:07:01 +0000

Thanks Claire, it is great to hear this resonates!

I have to regularly work at recognising what I have achieved (and have some dear friends who help point out when I lose sight of this!), and the more I do it, the more I feel I’m able to achieve even greater things!

For the last few years I’ve worked with an intention for the year rather than a particular resolution – and whilst things don’t always show up in the way I anticipate, it is amazing just how naturally and magically my intentions have shaped and guided the year I’ve had.

Acknowledge, and then celebrate each success – whether it is with a simple back-pat (one of my favourites!), a wee treat or even something more elaborate: this will spur you on!

With love & curiosity,
Sam

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Chris

Chris — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 12:07:28 +0000

Chris

Comment on Different Ways of Doing Things by JOHN webster

JOHN webster — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:16:50 +0000

The content in these posts are highly worthwile and if the content represents what one is looking for in life one will easily see the merits in the information. Good job Gina & associates!

Comment on Make A Wish List by Regina

Regina — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:55:31 +0000

Gina, Thanks for the great reminder to wish! I don’t really remember creating a list as a kid – maybe. After hearing about your list, I wish I did. As an adult, from time to time I have created goals that were both personal and professional. When I have done it, most of my goals have happened. I am now inspired to write my wishes down and reflect often on them. Thank you for your inspiring message.

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Claire

Claire — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:28:01 +0000

yes, small steps can conquer addiction, survive mental illness, pass an exam, raise a child, make u get out bed each day…

Lovely!

Comment on Resolutions – Why Bother?! by Claire

Claire — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:24:03 +0000

This is seriously excellent advice. Too many people pick on themselves for things they should have done, or said they would do. To force yourself to look back objectively and ask “what did I do?” provides a wonderful opportunity to realise what you have actually done.

It can be life affirming and is especailly important for people like myself who suffer from depression and often only judge ourselves negatively. Be proud of what you have done, not guilty for what you didn’t do, and if necessary try to do better next time.

Comment on 6 Unusual Tips for Coping with Pre-Exam Stress by Sam

Sam — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:46:43 +0000

Thanks for sharing Claire!
I totally agree, and am also really happy for you (and proud of you too!).
Many people never learn the power of small steps, and I’ve only begun to appreciate how magic they are – so I’d say you’re well ahead of the game.

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Comment on 6 Unusual Tips for Coping with Pre-Exam Stress by Claire

Claire — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:34:17 +0000

Small steps each day! The only way to live life really. This advice helped me conquer mental illness, complete an 8 year degree (I did it part time)and find a safe emotional place. It’s also great advice for exam studying

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Jan Delmas

Jan Delmas — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:35:09 +0000

Hi Chris

Very true about manageable chunks, particularly when it is a major task. Thanks for your thoughts and the podcast. I love it and have been following all of you for a while.

Jan

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Chris

Chris — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:22:58 +0000

Hi Jan,

You’re absolutely right. I like your two list approach to avoid the “worrying about forgetting” (kind of a funny but true statement!). The other problem people give themselves with to-do lists is they don’t make the items clear enough. A to-do of ‘write presentation’ sounds straightforward enough, but overlooks all the research, conversations, drafts and reviews needed to complete the presentation. So people end up stressed that the item took up the whole day and they didn’t get everything else done. If you break it down to the smallest manageable chunks, you’ll always know exactly where to begin, and begin with confidence, plus have a better idea of how much time the to-dos will really take.

Chris

Comment on The Big Impact of Little Baby Steps by Jan Delmas

Jan Delmas — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:52:55 +0000

This reminds me of a chat I was having with my sister yesterday. She mentioned that a colleague said that ‘to do’ lists should not be used. My sister is a big ‘to do’ lister and was quite disturbed by this. My comment was that you should have at least two ‘to do’ lists, one for the current day which lists all the things you want and know you can do. The other(s) is your catch-all from which you can take your daily ‘to dos’. The big list also stops you from worrying about forgetting what you need to do.

On reading your great post I should have said it was about baby steps. People see a long list and become overwhelmed. A short do-able list takes away that overwhelm and motivates you to keep moving forward.

And the next thing you know you are doing and achieving more.

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Comment on The Danger of Comparisons by Paul

Paul — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:00:42 +0000

Hey Emily! Thanks you so much for the kind comment, I’m so glad you felt a connection with it and had a light bulb moment ! It really made me giggle when you said that.

Let Gina and I know how you get on with this new way of comparing

Cheers!
Paul

Comment on The Danger of Comparisons by Emily Rowley

Emily Rowley — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:48:35 +0000

Thanks so much for this podcast! Lightbulb moment – the only really fair comparison is to your ‘old’ self. Brilliant! Focus on satisfaction from self improvement instead of comparison with unattainable ideals. Must go and write this down.

Comment on 3 Great ways to take care of yourself when looking for work by Tara

Tara — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:05:37 +0000

Really great chat guys, thanks! I’m not working currently and completely relate to what you say about feeling guilty about not spending every minute job hunting! But I recently started taking breaks like you’re suggesting and I’m amazed at how helpful they are! I let my imagination have some fun and see myself in the ideal role for me! I come back to my ‘work’ re-energized, with better focus and ultimately have been more productive!

Comment on Do You Need To Be Right (all the time?) by Gina

Gina — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 10:18:14 +0000

Thank you Regina! Giving up the need to be right means we can be more fully present with people. It allows us to be ourselves without fear of judgment (always a biggie). Appreciate your positive feedback! – Gina

Comment on Do You Need To Be Right (all the time?) by Regina Ryan

Regina Ryan — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:19:58 +0000

Gina: How true! This article speaks to the heart of being open minded! As leaders or in our personal lives, this communication approach opens up more possibilities. Great reminder and insight Gina. Thank you for this article and your perspective! – Regina

Comment on Use hindsight as foresight – and live life on your terms by Chris

Chris — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:22:44 +0000

Sure don’t Stephanie! That’s a key point. For me it’s just a review of my to-do lists and outcomes I wanted, and if I didn’t get it all done, I figure out why not and make adjustments next time. Most people fall into the trap of getting more stressed out because they only got 3 of 10 things done and decide they need to work harder or longer to get it all done. That’s the exact reason we need to stop and reflect without judgement, but rather with curiousity and inquisitiveness! Ohhh…other BIG thing I’ve learned is it can feel like a pain to spend an hour each week looking back and planning ahead, but that hour always…ALWAYS!…makes me more productive and gives me about 5 more hours to spend time on what and with whom I really want to

Comment on Use hindsight as foresight – and live life on your terms by Stephanie Butcher

Stephanie Butcher — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:15:24 +0000

This is great advice Chris and as you say you don’t have to spend hours soul searching!!

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Comment on Procrastination is the thief of time by Gina

Gina — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:25:05 +0000

Hi Joe

Happy to hear you found the article useful! It’s so easy to put things off so I’m happy to hear you are going to put the points into action and get cracking!

Lovely to get such positive feedback, thank you.

Best wishes,

Gina

Comment on Procrastination is the thief of time by joe

joe — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:38:38 +0000

ironicly i cam across this page while putting off work heh…however this peice is fantastic and i find the case of procrastination interesting and is a case of simply ‘getting up off your arse’..
before becoming a student i worked as a restaurant manager and found it hard even find a moment to procrastinate …but now being a student it seems easily found…using your points i’m going to put it in to action and get the most from life!

bring on the future

regards joe

Comment on 4 Questions Towards Your Best ‘You’ by Paul

Paul — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 08:04:02 +0000

Thanks Stephie, it was a little outside of my comfort zone for sure, so I’m really glad you took the time to comment. I didn’t want it to just be a session where we give each other glowing references! It was more about the exercise itself and how to put it into practise. I certainly can relate to your fears of actually asking other people to answer the questions for you. It might be easier if you start with just writing the answers for them first, that way you already have a trick up your sleeve

Thanks for your well wishes too! For those that don’t know, over the last weekend I was rushed to hospital as I was passing a kidney stone, OUCH! I’m much more comfortable now, although as I type this I have a hot water bottle on my back I’m definitely over the worst of it though, just have to rest and recover. Phew!

Comment on 4 Questions Towards Your Best ‘You’ by Stephanie Butcher

Stephanie Butcher — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:21:54 +0000

I LOVED this podcast. Not sure if I’m quite brave enough to ask anyone the 4 questions just yet but I’ve written them down anyway. I’ve been thinking more about how I’d answer them for the 10 most important people in my life.

I’m sure you won’t be surprised to know that your personalities come over exactly as you both describe each other. It’ lovely to know that you are so genuine and I found it very moving to listen to you both.

Hope you’re well on the way to recovery Paul after your bank holiday illness.

Comment on I’m Late! by Sam

Sam — Wed, 26 May 2010 11:38:44 +0000

Oh dear! You guys have been describing me too! My watch is set 15mins fast, yet I’m perpetually late (or only just arriving ‘on time’), but this is still an improvement over what I used to be like!
I think for me it is a combination of not accurately estimating the time it takes to get moving once I shift gears for the next thing, and also getting distracted.
Recently, I was reliant on public transport and had to make sure I got up early to catch a particular train. I ended up finding myself feeling more stressed though, because I was worried that I’d be late even though I’d gotten up earlier. I almost decided I’d rather be late instead!
I’d be interested to hear other listeners’ thoughts on their experiences, and what also works well for them (if they used to be late or use the watch-cheat).

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Comment on Ways to Overcome Learned Helplessness by Paul

Paul — Wed, 12 May 2010 08:23:46 +0000

Hi Sunshine,
Gina is travelling at the moment otherwise she would have replied personally. I told her about your comment and she was delighted to hear your enthusiasm. I’ll add some automatic links to the books you have recommend as we always love to hear from people on what helped them. I hope to hear from you again in the near future with an update on your own progress. All the best. Paul

Comment on Ways to Overcome Learned Helplessness by Sunshine Evert

Sunshine Evert — Sat, 08 May 2010 20:05:30 +0000

Gina, thank you for communicating such an important message on a very critical human topic. It is vitally important as a human community that we talk about learned helplessness so that individuals can identify it, better understand it, have an awareness about it, and know that there is a way out of it. By you writing about it and sharing this article on this website, you have made a difference in someone’s life. Thank you for the work that you and your colleagues are doing. Keep it up! I would like to offer some book recommendations that have been useful to me a long my own journey:
Drama of the Gifted Child by Alice Miller, The Dance of Wounded Souls by Robert Burney, Boundaries: Where You End and I Begin by Anne Katherine, and The Dance of Fear by Harriet Lerner.

Comment on A Fix For A Fixer by Paul

Paul — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:48:06 +0000

It was our pleasure Rob!

Comment on A Fix For A Fixer by Rob

Rob — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:10:25 +0000

Thanks again. Great Podcast!

Comment on Information Overload by Paul

Paul — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 07:01:23 +0000

Hi Stephie.

It great to see that the initial work you did to de-clutter your life has raised your awareness enough to help you spot when you start to drift back to your old ways.

What was it that triggered this temporary return? Have a look at that and see what you can do to ensure it doesn’t catch you out again.

Keep up the great work!

Comment on Information Overload by Stephanie Butcher

Stephanie Butcher — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:43:27 +0000

Just a little update…… so I de cluttered my macbook, my home and my mind & felt clear and free. But I found myself starting again!!! Downloading more junk, trawling amazon for more books, printing interesting stuff out etc….. BUT I’ve recognised it and stopped myself….. the true nature of addictions

Comment on Information Overload by Paul

Paul — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:37:26 +0000

Hi Stephie, I’m really delighted that you were able to take to content of the show and get some useful tips out of it and put them in to ACTION!

I can really relate to you forgetting what you were looking for, I do that all the time too!

Keep up the great work.

Comment on Information Overload by Stephanie Butcher

Stephanie Butcher — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:09:59 +0000

Hi Paul and Gina, thankyou very much for the advice!! I’ve already put a lot of what you mentioned into practice and feel so much better already. It’s as though a weight has been lifted. I sat down with a notebook and using my morning pages (which I’ve now been writing for a few months) I made a list of what was important to me. It was quite a revelation actually as I discovered there were rather a lot of things I’ve been stressing and beating myself up about that weren’t beneficial to me or anyone else!! I’ve cancelled several newsletters, unsubscribed to emails and am limiting my computer time. I’ve got so much more spare time now! You are absolutely right about how addictive it all is, and even when you are searching for information that you need there are so many links, you can spend hours clicking away, forgetting what you were looking for in the first place.

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