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Get On With Your Life

Life seems to be divided into the "haves" and the "have-nots". There are those who have a definite sense of purpose; and others who seem to wander aimlessly throughout their lives without much rhyme or reason. If you are thinking "Well it's easy for other people. They have everything they need", let me assure you of one thing. I am not talking about the abundance or lack of financial success, being with or without a partner, having that envied career or putting your career on hold while you focus on raising children. There are those who appear to have it all and yet the quality of their lives is poor; they have no idea what their life purpose is; they are just putting in time.

 

We are attracted to people who live life on purpose. They have a spark in their eyes and exude an enthusiasm that is magnetic. People who live with purpose, have a clear sense of what they are passionate about and how they can contribute that passion to benefit others, are truly blessed. They get up in the morning with a clear "Good morning God" versus a "Good God, morning" attitude.

Living your life purpose is at the center of who your are; the very essence of your being. Stephen Covey states that "Whatever is at the center of your life will be the source of our security, guidance, wisdom, and power." Living a life of purpose provides you with a sense of direction and mission. When you know what your life purpose is you start everyday with that in mind; it shapes how you think, what you do, and how you approach life.

Knowing what your life purpose is creates within you a desire to live with passion. This passion fuels your daily activities. When you are living purposefully you feel connected to the greater whole; you have an understanding that your purpose is part of a greater scheme of things, however you define that.

 

Once you have a clear idea of what your life purpose is, write it down. You will be able to use your statement of purpose as a guide in making both small and large decisions. Decisions about which university to attend; whether or not you need to move; whether you should pursue a business venture.

A statement of purpose helps you stay focused in a world of constant change. The ever-changing nature of work, leisure (or lack of if), family, and social interactions has a tremendous impact on our daily lives. Having a statement of purpose can be a constant in your life while all things around you are in flux.

Your life purpose is the unique combination of the passion that you have for something that you value and how you can share that passion with others. Life purpose = passion + contribution. There are many different ways to approach the conceptualizing of a statement of purpose. The best approach is often a simple approach.Your statement of purpose should be fairly brief to begin with; perhaps two of three sentences. For example, my statement of purpose is "to educate and inspire others to live meaningful lives at home and at work." Your statement of purpose should be clear, concise and easy to understand.

 

Discovering your life purpose takes time; it does not happen overnight. However, through personal discovery, reflection, reading, and discussion with friends it is possible to turn that vague, restless, something-is-missing feeling into a powerful statement of life purpose.

Get going! A meaningful live hangs in the balance.

 

Discover Your Life Purpose Teleclass with Lucy MacDonald

 

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Free Tele-Classes for December 2005

Stress Less Over the Holidays: Tuesday, December 6th
Get off the “dreadmill” and learn some constructive ways to deal with those holiday pressures and expectations with a fun, informative and free tele-class by Lucy MacDonald, Certified Counsellor and mother of four. Tuesday, December 6th 7:30 to 8:30pm EST (Montreal)

Dealing with Grief During the Holidays: Thursday, December 8th
Feelings of loss and sadness are intensified around the holiday season. Join Lucy MacDonald, Certified Counsellor, for coping with grief tele-class for support and strategies to help you make it through the holidays. Thursday, December 8th from noon to one EST (Montreal)

Surviving the Blended Family Holiday: Monday, December 12
Step-families can be especially challenging during the holidays. Join Lucy MacDonald, Certified Counsellor, for an informative tele-class on how to get over those holiday hurdles. Monday, December 12, 7:30 to 8:30 pm EST (Montreal)

What is a tele-class? A tele-class is a live, interactive seminar delivered via telephone from your home or office. After you register you are given a long distance number that you will call a few minutes before the tele-class begins. The only cost you will incur is your long distance phone charges from your phone to the number I provide (usually a number in the U.S.).

About Your Tele-Class Presenter: Lucy MacDonald, M.Ed. is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and the recipient of the Counsellor Practitioner of the Year Award (2005). Lucy provides confidential telephone counselling for her office in Montreal, for stress, anger, burnout, and time management.

To register email Lucy MacDonald lucy@lucymacdonald.com

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Getting Over Anger: A tele-course for women

Is your anger having an negative impact on your relationships at home or at work?

Artistotle said, "Anyone can become angry. This is easy. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way - that is not easy."

What is your anger style?  Do you avoid your anger at all cost; never let anyone know you are angry but seethe on the inside?  Perhaps you rage at the drop of a hat, ready to defend yourself against any perceived slight.  Do you reactive angrily by habit and instead of expressing other emotions like sadness or fear? 

The first step is an awareness of the problem. If your boss or someone in your life has told you more than once that you have a problem with anger, pay attention.  No one can make you angry; getting angry is your choice. Once you accept the responsibility for your anger, the next step is to do something about it!

The rewards for dealing with your anger are ongoing; increased self-esteem, better health, increased optimism, greater productivity at work, better relationships with your co-workers, family and friends. Now, who doesn't want that?

Looking for an anger management tele-course for women offered by a certified mental health counsellor? Visit my website for all the details or Download getting_over_anger_teleclass.pdf or send me an email at lucy@lucymacdonald.com