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Happy New Year! This month's newsletter is about Putting Joy in the Driver's Seat. Learn how to use joy to drive your fulfillment this year. For those of you who are Entrepreneurs looking to get more focused, clear and motivated this year, I invite you to Take Charge of Your Business in 2008, a workshop in Waltham, MA on February 1, 2008 from 10am - 4pm. You will learn an effortless approach to goal-setting that will set the stage for an extraordinary year. Details at http://www.thinkpeople.com/workshops.html If, at any time, you would like to unsubscribe, simply go to the end of the newsletter. Warmly,  Jean M. DiGiovanna, President, ThinkPeople |
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Putting Joy in the Driver's Seat The New Year can often bring a sense of new beginnings, a clean slate and the opportunity to change, create and pursue our desires. Some of us take the time to set goals for our work and life or resolutions of what we will finally do or stop doing. And, some of us even take the time to stop and reflect on what went well, what didn’t go so well and what we have learned. While all of those activities are valuable, what we don’t often identify is what will ultimately drive our year. What criteria will ultimately guide our actions? Especially when our demands increase, we get pulled in many directions and our life gets out of balance. It is often during the challenging times that all of the strategies we learned to manage priorities and manage our time go out the window. It is at these times that we need something to drive us and get us back on track quickly. Can you imagine if you used “joy” as your driver to choose the activities you do, the people you see and the work you conduct? In other words, you only choose activities that bring you joy; you only surround yourself with people who bring you joy; you only do work you enjoy and work with people you enjoy. What a concept, huh? Well, this year, I am taking on the experiment of using “joy” as my driver and I invite you to join me. Some of you may be thinking, “Well, that’s all fine and dandy for you, but my life is much more complicated and I have many obligations that I don’t always have a choice in what I do and who I spend my time with.” Everyone is in their own unique situation and although the concept sounds simple, it is not always easy. Driving your life from a place of joy however is absolutely possible one step at a time. Shifting behaviors and actions in your life is like building a muscle. In the beginning, it can feel sore and painful but as you work it out a bit more, you feel stronger. With that strength comes the confidence in your ability to handle anything that comes your way. Take the opportunity this New Year to use joy as your driver, even if you practice it just once a week. When you feel stuck, unmotivated or unclear, ask yourself, “What will bring me the most joy in this moment?” and follow your answer. When you follow what brings you joy, you always attract more joy and life will inevitably feel lighter, easier and more fulfilling. Wishing you a joyful and prosperous 2008! Cheers, Jean M. DiGiovanna  Monthly Workout: Putting Joy in the Driver's Seat Take on the following questions and process below for this month’s workout:
Putting Joy in the Driver's Seat Living a life of joy really does take something. It’s not for the faint of heart. It requires a strong commitment and desire, to experience joy and not just play the part. Make the commitment this year, to live from your heart. Follow your bliss, and begin to start. For every step you take will be easier than the last, and you will soon begin to experience your life as a blast! ~ by Jean M. DiGiovanna UPCOMING WORKSHOPS Take Charge of Your Business in 2008 Friday, February 1, 2008 10am - 4pm Waltham, MA A highly interactive session for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners who are looking for a new approach to business planning that will set your priorities and align your business for unprecedented results in 2008. You will invent a core theme, an inspiring business vision, best practices, a new perspective and a clear set of goals to achieve. We guarantee the process will feel fun and effortless! Cost $129 Early-Bird fee through January 25th, $159 after. To register or for more info, see http://www.thinkpeople.com/workshops.html EVENTS & OTHER WORKSHOPS Boost Your Public Speaking Skills Thursday, January 31, 2008 from 8:30am - 12:30pm. Take your public speaking skills to the next level. Learn, practice, and receive expert advice on how to become a great presenter! Jacki Rose, author of "11 Steps to Powerful Public Speaking" will show you how to speak with confidence and present with impact so you can get the results you want from all of your presentations. Doubletree Hotel Westborough, includes a continental breakfast. More info at http://www.publicspeakingcanbefun.com Curious about ThinkPeople's other services beyond Coaching? Check out Corporate Facilitation/Training/ Consulting I hope you've enjoyed ThinkPeople's Monthly Workout and found it valuable! Feel free to forward to your friends, family and colleagues. To read past editions of ThinkPeople's Newsletters and to learn more about our services and products, visit us at http://www.thinkpeople.com/resources.html If you wish to unsubscribe, please e-mail unsubscribe@thinkpeople.com Copyright Info: ThinkPeople's Monthly Workout for the mind, heart and soul is ©2008 Jean M. DiGiovanna. All rights reserved worldwide. No part of this publication may be reproduced without express written permission from the publisher. Amy Rewakowski, Editor ThinkPeople ~ Bringing Individuals and Organizations Alive! jdigi@thinkpeople.com http://www.thinkpeople.com/ 617.489.7494 |
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