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Mindfulness Chapter five of the e-book “Become the Boss of You” is dedicated to the things that improve all the other aspects of your life. With that vibe in mind, here are two mindfulness hacks to enhance your daily adventures. These easy techniques can unlock your potential and help you become mindful. Mindfulness, born in the East, now thrives in the West. This Zen rockstar is finally getting noticed. It’s easy to start and the practices are a piece of cake. Give it a shot because

The New Moon and You – Starting your cycle of renewal Have you ever thought it might be a good time to start a change for the better? Most have at one time or another, but what is the right time to start? Is there best time to start? Our world has become busy, filled with noise and ambient light. Our modern environment helps to hide what was once a very obvious cycle to start change: the start of a lunar cycle. It is believed

Once in a Blue Moon (Written on 8-19-24) Ever heard of the saying "Once in a Blue Moon"? But what about the elusive Super Blue Moon? Probably not, because it's a rare treat happening right now as we speak. How cool is that? Don't go picturing a blue-colored moon - the term "Blue Moon" is about its scarcity. These celestial gems only grace us about every 30 months. A Blue Moon is the second full moon in a month or the third in a season

Work smarter, not harder Our book, 'Become the Boss of You,' highlights many insights. One treasure trove of wisdom is the latent power of the subconscious mind. Harnessing the subconscious mind unlocks a crucial aspect of effective life management. Unleashing this powerhouse within us can be a secret weapon, a genie that can work with us to attain our wishes. I want to stress the idea and use of the words “with us” instead of “for us.” The subconscious is part of us, and we

By request, I will include an example of a journal page from the “Become the Boss of You Workbook” at the end of this blog. First, look at “The Power of the Written Word.”   The writer cheers for diving into thoughts through writing, pointing out how journaling can be a cool trick for many to nail this task. In the first chapter of "Become the Boss of You," a mind-bending exercise featuring Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom, is tossed into the mix. Readers

Improve our tool of awareness – Part 1 By popular demand, I'm embarking on a blog series to enhance your awareness levels! Welcome to the first installment, where we delve into the enchanting realm of boosting your radar! In our book, 'Become the Boss of You,' we've divided our strategies into two teams: intellectual and action, a real roadmap to success. This allows you to flex your planning muscles and guide your journey. Journaling is also an important technique we advocate for the cognitive aspect,

Questions of the day – Are you looking for better health? Do you wish you could find more serenity in life? Have you thought you would like to learn more about investing? These recurring questions feel like familiar companions! The real puzzle is identifying what hinders us from pursuing our aspirations. The culprit? Time! It's easy to contemplate the advantages of going to the gym, yet transitioning into workout attire and breaking a sweat presents a separate challenge. This time constraint also impacts our quest

My family tree was jam-packed with fierce female figures who rocked my world as a kid. Picture my grandma — a force to be reckoned with! I'd tiptoe around her, terrified of properly toeing the line or being given advice on so many topics. Certainly, my behavior. Besides my grandma, there were other influential women in my life, with my mother being a significant figure. As I journeyed through life, I began to understand the profound role of feminine energy. It was not just a

The Importance of Time Management - Our eBook "Become the Boss You" includes a subtitle that hints at its straightforward approach. In the initial section, "No Bullshit Zone," we emphasize the importance of time management and other essential principles for success. We highlight how mastering time can enhance various aspects of our lives. While time management can be challenging, it is crucial as it drives us into action. While we may have a basic understanding of time management, like our play instinct, the fundamentals alone

Using our Subconscious for Success Our book "Become the Boss of You" emphasizes the significance of leveraging the power of the subconscious mind. An essential and practical tool we highlight is effective time management. It is noted that most of us naturally develop time management habits and routines as we navigate through life. When encountering new challenges, we think, plan, and execute tasks accordingly. These behavioral patterns are established early, influencing our beliefs and emotions toward our life scenarios. Once our routines are perfected, they

Our eBook “Become the Boss of You” touches on many topics. None is more important than open-mindedness. Let's embark on a candid exploration of attitudes and open-mindedness. These are abstract concepts and powerful mental patterns that shape our lives. They can either propel us forward or hold us back, often operating in the background of our minds, subtly influencing us. But we have the power to bring them to light. Time traps often stem from a pessimistic outlook on time and life. Overcoming negativity can

In 1960, Dr. Jane Goodall discovered that chimpanzees make and use tools. This was considered an outstanding achievement of twentieth-century scholarship. If the chimps can create and use their tools, is it not reasonable to think we can better master our own? "The greatest danger to our future is apathy." - Jane Goodall.   Developing awareness - It is wise to sharpen our “tool of awareness” of the world we interact with. Awareness of human interaction and connection can give us more information. It can

Playing with Exercise. Can we learn from a small child to make our exercise routine better? More than you might imagine. As early as chapter two of the book entitled Become the Boss of You, we introduce the idea of treating things like planting a seed. If we can wrap our heads around thinking of habit as a tool to improve our health, we can gain more conscious control over said habit and our health. The book discusses treating new behaviors like planting seeds, starting

Germinating seeds into sprouts One of the principles in our first book is to think of the tiny seed to the giant oak concept. Simply put, we need to start very small and nurture the smallest successes in order for the seed to sprout. It’s like planting a seed for your garden. At first, it looks like nothing is happening, but if you nurture it, you will offer friends to take some veggies off your hands.  Seeds need the proper environment to sprout. They take

Just for fun, let's start with a test. Ask ten acquaintances for some spare change, and chances are, most will happily toss you a coin or two! However, if you ask the same group for a slice of their precious time, prepare for a new level of excuses! The change in body language, voice inflection, and facial expressions are like a magic act. You get a lot of “I’m too busy!” “I wish I had more time!” “My calendar’s got more commitments than a reality

When my children were young, we played a game. I told them there was a yearly battle between Old Man Winter and the young, beautiful Princess of Spring every February. Then, I would ask them if they thought the young princess had already won the season and we would see no more snow. We would take our best guess, giving us something to banter about for a month or so as the weather improved. Every nice day, the children would remind me about the princess as