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By Cheryl Nordyke
 
There is the possibility to live our life with minimum risk.  We can follow the rules, stick to the plan, and live a good life.  Over the last 3 years I have meet some amazing people.  I would say there are those that are comfortable with their lives, they have achieved success, family and happiness and lead a fulfilled life.  Then there are those I have meet that have taken risks.  That have put everything on the line to pursue a dream.  Followed their gut and completely changed course half way through their life.  They are happy and successful people.  So which life is better, which way is better to go.  I think that for everyone it is different.  Some people live their entire life and never take a risk.  Some pursue risk halfway in an effort to define themselves and their purpose.  For every one of us we move to our own music.  The wind and nature represents different things to us.  To me, being raised by an incredible woman that told me at her young age of 69, “don’t live a life of regret.  Make mistakes, correct or readjust and go on.”  I learned that I would be willing to take a few risks.  Some I pursued on my own, others I was nudged into by circumstance.  However, every bump, bend, setback and success has been a beautiful process of allowing me to unfold into a person that wants to make a difference.  To know that somehow my time here affected someone in a positive way, and if possible made the journey more enjoyable.  For me risk means I grew more, uncovered more, and hopefull will leave more.  This is my daily inspired thought for the day.
 
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By Bonnie Ross-Parker

The following message is taped over my desk: It was given to me by a friend. “If you knew where the treasure is would you enjoy the journey as much, or, would you miss things along the way by focusing on the treasure?”

 
It’s been my experience that regardless of the outcome I anticipate, sometimes the fulfillment comes from implementing a plan rather than actually achieving the goal! Think about a time that you planned a surprise, arranged the details for a vacation, the years you were in college to earn a degree, overcame a job loss or spent weekends looking for the perfect home to purchase.

 
While every journey of value has its challenges, how meaningful would reaching the destination be if there were no stories or excitement related to the experience? A significant part of getting what you want is in the road taken to achieve it.

 
While intellectually this makes sense, if you are like me, I get impatient. When will my plans come together? How much longer must I wait to achieve the rewards I desire? Why is it that the closer I get to something I want, a challenge shows up creating a set back? Are road blocks treasures in disguise? Do we willingly learn life’s lessons or are the lessons we learn the result of our having to alter our course to reach our destination? Read more »

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By Kathryn Cloward

As a mother, and the owner of multiple businesses, it seems I am constantly changing hats.  Like most women, I sometimes wonder how I will get it all done.  I am not immune to the challenges of finding the time to do everything and to do it well.  As I have grown, both personally and in my career, I have learned many lessons and would like to share five tips that have had the greatest impact on my successes:

Fostering A Village Mentality

It may seem cliché, but it is necessary for business success.  As an Army of One, your business simply will not reach the heights of success that you desire without the help, support and good ideas of partners, supporters and staff.  You must surround yourself with those who have skills and values that complement your vision; people who can partner with you to achieve your goals and grow your business.  Establishing and nurturing the growth of a healthy tribe will bring more success than you could have dreamed of.

Know Your Value

Establishing your price can make or break your business.  It is one of the most important things you will do.  Set your price, express it with confidence and stick with it.  If you are the expert in your field, and you wouldn’t be in business if you weren’t, then your prospect needs to know why they should be using your service.  If you are selling a product, know what sets you apart from the competition, know your value proposition, know your marketplace and promote the value of your product. Read more »

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Breath work is being recognized as a way to impact health and an increasing number of health practitioners are now teaching their patients breathing techniques. Not only do your heart and lungs depend on the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen, but also there is a strong connection between emotions and breathing.

The next time you are really angry or upset, take note of your breathing. Are you taking slow deep, abdominal breaths? No, you are taking rapid, shallow, irregular breaths. You cannot be in an emotional state of calm when you breathe this way. Read more »

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