Be Clueless
Are you someone that needs to be “in the know”? Are you someone who is obsessed with knowing everything that is going on in the world? If so, I invite you to take a journey with me today and consider what life may be like otherwise.
Being so involved and interested in what is going on in the world and in everyone else’s life may be keeping you from living yours. In addition, this habit may also be keeping you from your passion. If you’re someone who is searching or wanting more in life, consider turning off the TV.
As a therapist working with adolescents for years, our staff would always tell the kids to “mind their own business” then another part of their day was spent watching “current events”, which to me was exactly the opposite of minding your own business. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m aware some of the stories can keep us safe, inform us about something helpful, but unfortunately it’s normally about who died, who was robbed, who was hurt, etc. I could never see what benefit it brought me so I’ve avoided the news most of my life. It drives my mother crazy.
For years, I kept this little secret to myself for fear I would look “clueless”. However, I learned over time, people could care less if I knew what was going on, they were so wrapped up in everything they were talking/ gossiping about. I would hear people talk amongst each other about “did you see this, or did you see that” and I learned to use that as my source for news. I figured if the world was coming to an end someone would let me know. I am normally notified by my mother when tornados and natural disasters are heading my way and am informed who the presidential candidates are. That’s all I really need. Okay, maybe that sounds a little extreme, but it’s not far from the truth I’m proud to say.
Whether you’re a news junkie or reality TV addict (I’m this on occasion too: American Idol/ The Apprentice always on DVR however) consider what value these TV shows are bringing to your life. Whether or not you’re willing to give up the news or TV all together, this blog is mostly to bring awareness to you about how you spend your time and making sure you’re doing so consciously. Are these things you’re doing because they really bring you value, make you feel good, or are they activities that you do out of habit? Take a close look at your life and remember that we only get one shot here and we must spend our time wisely. If you’re going to watch something LOVE IT. Otherwise, do something else you truly enjoy more or simply enjoy more moments in silence. Take the pledge today: Be Clueless!
Victims are Out, Divas are in!
Complaining is so yesterday. Whining is so 2009. Aren’t you tired of doing it or being around it already? Me too! It’s exhausting. It’s 2010 and it’s time to be in control of how you feel or what happens in your life. It can be such a powerful transformation to simply remove just this one thing from your daily habits.
It’s possible to feel like a new person if you eliminate what I call victim language. Being a victim can be perceived as weak or lazy. However, in my opinion, being a victim is actually a lot more trouble than it’s worth and uses quite a bit more energy in the long run than it does to be positive. Being so consumed with negativity, making excuses, finding reasons why things won’t work, or seeking justice is a lot of hard work! Let it go.
Deciding to be a D.I.V.A. says to those around you that you are D: Determined to do whatever it is you set your mind to. Being a D.I.V.A. shows others you are I: Innovative and able to create solutions to your problems and that you’ll be stopped by nothing. Being a D.I.V.A. oozes V: Vivacious energy for all the world to see. You’re unstoppable with boundless enthusiasm and resources to make your life all that you want it to be. Being a D.I.V.A. means you are an A: Achiever who makes things happen and takes things to the next level. You settle for nothing and you create a life on your terms and you aren’t really concerned with what isn’t going well, why it can’t be, or what’s not fair. There’s no time to complain as a DIVA.
So what’s the verdict? Are you a Victim or a D.I.V.A.? Share your comments below!! How are you going to exude DIVA today?
Find your Butterflies
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The feeling of butterflies in the stomach, it’s a love hate relationship. You love the rush it gives you, but there is also that desire to be cozy in that safe comfort zone and you hate the idea of leaving it. Usually butterflies appear when something big is happening. Having butterflies means it matters.
Having butterflies is an important part to living with passion and purpose. So often I’m told, “nothing really gives me butterflies” or “I don’t get excited about anything”. My answer to that is, it is your job to get butterflies about finding butterflies if that is where you are. Be excited about getting excited if that’s all you have right now. Be excited someone reminded you having butterflies is an important part of life and you want to find some. Do you really want to go through life without having any butterflies? Once you find your butterflies, no one will be able to take them from you, which is a natural high that will drive you to find more of them. Imagine your energy and enthusiasm causing that same experience in other people, which is a very powerful thing to share.
You know what I’m talking about. You see someone that is excited and passionate about something and it stirs up something in you whether that is curiosity, interest, or desire to have “that” for yourself. If you have stagnant internal activity, that’s exactly what you’ll get more of in your life. Don’t be bored. Get butterflies.
