Very Important Pursuits are Active, Inspiring, Meaningful, Solutions. To truly focus on what matters most requires thoughtful choices. “We make our choices, then our choices make us.” What are VIP AIMs? If you are familiar with the Time Management Matrix…
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Learn about goals
Six TED talks to help you set goals Goal setting is such an important skill in life and work, because goals make it possible to focus on what matters most. The TED talks below, plus a few more videos and…
Conversation Starters
Conversation starters can lead the way to meaningful conversations. A study by social psychology researcher Arthur Aron at Stony Brook University revealed that 36 questions (available at Greater Good) can lead to closer relationships. 1. The thing you most like about…
Planner Checklist
Planning is Thinking: it is important for time management, goals, projects, and even purpose. It is one of the top 10 skills employers want. Planning your time helps you to make the most of it so that you can accomplish what matters most to you.…
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The Priority Flowchart
Knowing where to begin on a to do list is important in day to day planning. To make the most of your time, learn more about Setting priorities with the Time Management Matrix, a well-known method that compares the urgent…
Wheel of Awareness
The ability to notice is vital to know when it is time to shift. When we notice our senses, bodily sensations, thoughts and feelings, and interactions with the outer world, we increase our awareness. Dr. Daniel Siegel created a tool…
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Purpose Planning
Unlocking purpose is one of the most important and complex puzzles we can undertake. Creating a roadmap that includes the elements of a strategy for a clear purpose are VIP AIMS [Mission – Vision – Values – Goals] provides direction…
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A Self Care Wheel for Wellness
Resilience is the ability to bounce back and adapt to changes. We can develop resilience with activities to care for our Body, Mind, Heart, and Soul. These activities are often coping skills that contribute to wellness. To be RESILIENT: Realistic…
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A Path to Being Authentic
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” Mahatma Gandhi To be authentic is to be your real self, to speak your truth, and to follow your values. When you are authentic,…
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Books for a Year of Personal Growth
The activities for a year of personal growth are divided in four areas: mind, body, heart, and soul, with three topices within each. I recommend the following books for a personal growth journey. MIND – Mental • “Code of the…
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