Not being happy all the time is a fact of life. Things happen to us, from the unexpected to the predictable. I no longer think that happiness is the goal, I’ve found that the happiness trap could even be a bit counterproductive at times. I now believe that finding meaning in life could possibly be the holy grail, a life with meaning can revolutionize us. This small shift in perspective can re-shape us in big ways. It can move us from being the eternal seeker, looking outside of ourselves, to the eternal student of life. The only requirement is, like with any study, we must willingly participate in it. When we come across a point in our lives where we feel stuck and let’s face it there is many times like this, then sometimes a simple audit may be all that’s required to kick start us again. Sometimes that could be a big re-adjustment and at other times it could be small, but irrespective, a re-adjustment will be required. There is a simple template that I sometimes use as a tool providing a snap shot of where we are at, because if we don’t even know what we are standing on? Then how can we take our first step.
The cycle of change:
Pre – contemplation – No intention of changing anything
Contemplation – Considering the need for change
Preparation – Readiness for something different
Action – Taking action.
Maintenance - Continued practise of actions
I’ve seen a lot of people get to the action stage, but less people are prepared to commit whole heartedly to the maintenance stage, yet it’s the maintenance which gives us the sustained results. To keep ‘relapsing’ on this cycle will keep us stuck. As a coach my role is to support people through these stages. I can offer accountability, strategies and support including Hypnotherapy and Reiki and exercise advice. For those who are at the ‘action’ stage, then strategies specific to needs are put in place. It’s often hard to go through transformation and re-adjustment alone, and sometimes family and friends although loving, aren’t objective enough. Coaching can be a valuable investment. My first meeting is free, so we can assess where you are at and then what pathway forward could be the best fit at this time. It’s often harder to not embrace change, than it is in taking that first step to create something different. Call me today to start creating.
The cycle of change:
Pre – contemplation – No intention of changing anything
Contemplation – Considering the need for change
Preparation – Readiness for something different
Action – Taking action.
Maintenance - Continued practise of actions
I’ve seen a lot of people get to the action stage, but less people are prepared to commit whole heartedly to the maintenance stage, yet it’s the maintenance which gives us the sustained results. To keep ‘relapsing’ on this cycle will keep us stuck. As a coach my role is to support people through these stages. I can offer accountability, strategies and support including Hypnotherapy and Reiki and exercise advice. For those who are at the ‘action’ stage, then strategies specific to needs are put in place. It’s often hard to go through transformation and re-adjustment alone, and sometimes family and friends although loving, aren’t objective enough. Coaching can be a valuable investment. My first meeting is free, so we can assess where you are at and then what pathway forward could be the best fit at this time. It’s often harder to not embrace change, than it is in taking that first step to create something different. Call me today to start creating.
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