February 2012
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Need a Change? Here's how.......
We all have times in our lives when we really want to make changes. Whether we are looking to lose weight, find a mate, or learn a new skill. At some point each of us needs to change something. Check out this article on how to bring about change, right when you need it. Enjoy!
Jodi Riley, The Happiness Mindset Expert, is founder of the 5 Steps for Better Living System the proven step-by-step...
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My Reminder for Busy Times....
I can honestly say this January was truly the most hectic (and rewarding) month I’ve experienced in some time. And even though I tend to have unending energy, I do have to remind myself that always “doing” is not the best course of action. The verse below from the Tao serves as a great reminder for me when I get to the point that constantly “doing” is not serving me...
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Do's and Don'ts for Getting Through Valentines Day
February is a difficult month for a lot of women, especially those who may be dealing with a broken heart while it seems like everyone else in the world is celebrating being in love. Having spent a few down in the dumps Valentines Days myself, I have come up with a few simple dos and don’ts for getting through this hallmark holiday when your heart is in less than optimal condition.
DON’T drunk...
January 2012
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Taming the Negativity
Many times we find ourselves in very negative and uncomfortable positions that lead us to question how and why we got there. While in the midst of this turmoil, it can be very easy to let negative and judgmental thoughts invade our minds. However, when these things happen, it is important to remember we always have a choice on how we perceive and react to negative circumstances.
I am a firm...
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Five Ways To Be Happier NOW!
All too often I hear people expressing their desire to make a big difference in their lives or in the lives of others. The only catch is they want to experience the results of those changes NOW. People in business want to know what to do to make more money now. People who are single want to know what changes to make to find a relationship immediately.
Our society has become so accustomed to the...
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Can You Be Happy When Your Job Is Miserable?
Several years ago I found myself working in an almost toxic environment. (You can read more on my personal story here.) As I watched my co-workers drowning in their desperation to find other opportunities and make sense of a crazy work environment, I felt myself sliding down the rabbit hole of depression. It spilled over into my personal life as well and began to permeate every aspect of my...
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It's All About Follow Through
Originally appeared in Minx Magazine
Each year at this time, most of us spend a bit of time thinking about resolutions and all those dreams and aspirations we have for the upcoming year. However, many times we find ourselves letting go of our newly minted goals soon after the new year gets underway. We get wrapped up in the minutia of everyday life and we soon forget to work towards those goals...
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Sometimes It Only Takes a Step...........
A single solitary step is all that is truly needed to bring a goal into existence. How many times have you found yourself dreaming, wishing, and hoping about something you like to do, be or have? Even though dreaming and visualizing are critical steps in making your dreams manifest, they are only the first part of that manifestation. In order to truly get the ball rolling, you must take a...
November 2011
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Gratitude Now
The Thanksgiving holiday always serves to remind us of all of our blessings and that we should truly be thankful for everything we have. However, I have found that if people go one step further and show gratitude for things they have yet to receive, those future blessings show up quicker and more often!
In my profession as a coach, I often hear people lament over things they have been hoping,...
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Fearful Thoughts
Great reminder about letting go of fearful thoughts…….enjoy! :)
A Secret Scrolls message from Rhonda Byrne Creator of The Secret and The Power
The tighter you try and hold on to something that you are afraid of losing, the more you are pushing it away. Those thoughts are filled with fear, and if you continue to persist, what you fear the most will come upon you.
Fear nothing -...
October 2011
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Letting Go of the Outcome
Here’s another article I wrote quite awhile back, that seems to be relevant to questions I’ve been receiving lately. Hope you all find it useful. Enjoy!
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We’ve all heard that Rolling Stones lyric “you can’t always get what you want, but you get what you need”. Rarely has a truer statement been...
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The Most Attractive Quality Is.........
…….being authentic and genuine! Yep, sounds too simple, but really, just being your most authentic self is the most attractive trait you can have. When I speak of attractiveness, I’m not just talking about appearance, even though being genuine does enhance your appearance. I’m also talking about your ability to attract those things into your life that you desire and that...
September 2011
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10 Ways to Elevate Your Mood Right Now!
1. Write down all the things you are grateful for.
2. Pet an animal. Animals make everyone feel better.
3. Take a walk or go for a run. Endorphins people!
4. Talk to a friend who always lifts your spirit.
5. Crank up mood lifting music!
6. Allow yourself to eat a favorite snack (without overdoing it).
7. Commit a random act of kindness.
8. Find an internet site devoted to jokes and...
Do You Have a Message?
Is there something you need to say to the world? Is there a book you want to write or a song you want to sing? Do you have a voice that needs to be heard or a lesson to be taught? The answer is simple, get out and do it!
What is your story?
So many of us have a burning passion to do something, but many never even get started. There are a myriad of stories we tell ourselves to keep us from...
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Living in the Flow
We’ve all heard others talk about “living in the flow.” It makes for a great quote, but what does it really mean? For me, it simply means I’m following my bliss and making decisions from a place of joy rather than fear. Let me explain a bit further.
I used to practice what I called Free Day Fridays. Every Friday, I would refuse to make plans about anything. I would simply follow my intuition...
August 2011
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The Rules for Being Human
Recycling a post from quite awhile back, but it was a great one! Enjoy! :)
When you were born, you didn’t come with an owner’s manual; these guidelines make life work better.
1. You will receive a body. You may like it or hate it, but it’s the only thing you are sure to keep for the rest of your life.
2. You will learn lessons. You are enrolled in a full-time informal school called “Life...
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Why ARE You Still Single?
Okay girls, this one is for you! (But feel free to give some feedback guys!)
“How is an intelligent, pretty girl like you still single?” How many of us have been asked that question? I think I was asked twice last week! Take a gander at this article I ran across and one author’s take on being asked this question. What do you all think? Should women be more vulnerable in...
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Happy Is the New Black
No, this is not another article on what to wear to make you look slimmer and feel better about yourself. This is an article about the new trend of “getting it”. Blame it on the economic crisis or blame it on the constant media sensationalism of the lives of seemingly “happy” socialites whose lives seem more like a drama filled soap operas than any thing “real”. Heck,...
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Give!
A Secret Scrolls message from Rhonda Byrne Creator of The Secret and The Power
From The Secret Daily Teachings
The fastest way to receive is to give, because giving starts the reciprocal action of receiving. We all receive according to how much we give. Give the best of you everywhere you go. Give a smile. Give thanks. Give kindness. Give love.
Your giving should be a giving without...
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Get Out And Have An Adventure (and take along a...
Awhile back, I wrote a post on kicking the tires of life, where I challenged people to get out and actually live their lives to the fullest. Even if that means doing something a little crazy. All too often in our pursuit of happiness, we get burned out when things don’t seem to be moving or we feel stuck in a rut. What is the best way to get out of a rut when you want to live your best...
July 2011
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The #1 Secret to Being Happy.......
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………..is choosing to be happy! I know it sounds a little too simple and too good to be true, but really, it is that simple. In order to be happy with your life you must first choose to be happy. Have you ever asked or yourself (or know someone who’s always asking themselves) “how is it that I can be so successful/have so much/experience so many cool...
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Is Fear Holding You Back?
Many of us don’t step out and follow our dreams so that we can really be happy. Check out this article I found on allowing fear to keep you from living your best life! I’d love to know what you think!
Warmly,
Jodi
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A Better Life Through Simplicity
What exactly does living your best life mean? Each one of us would answer that question differently in terms of what we need in order for life to be considered the “best” it can be. The common denominator, however, is pretty much the same. Every one of us wants to feel some level of joy, happiness and contentment.
Many of us are functioning on autopilot. We run around and do...
May 2011
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You CAN Control Your Thoughts
The first time many people are introduced to the concept of controlling their thoughts, most of them think it sounds crazy. Their understanding is that we are constantly thinking all day long and many times our thoughts are on autopilot. If something is automatic, then how can we control it? The fact that thoughts can be controlled (and changed) is one of the secrets that people who live happy,...
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Getting Rid of Negative Thoughts
Great article on a technique for gettng rid of negative thoughts!
Enjoy!
Jodi
www.secretstobeinghappy.com
April 2011
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If Having It All Doesn't Make Us Happy, Then What...
How many people in your life do you know that seem to have everything in the world imaginable? They may have the perfect house, job, spouse, or family and more material possessions than they can ever use or need. However, how many of these people are also depressed,on medication, or just seem to be dissatisfied with life in general? Enough stuff never really seems to be enough to be happy. If...
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The Four Agreements - don Miguel Ruiz
Great code to live by for a happy, peaceful and joyous existence! Enjoy!
The Four Agreements - don Miguel Ruiz’s code for life Agreement 1 Be impeccable with your word - Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love. …Agreement 2 Don’t take...
March 2011
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Change Your Frequency
A Secret Scrolls message from Rhonda Byrne Creator of The Secret and The Power
From The Secret Daily Teachings
You are an electromagnetic being emitting a frequency. Only those things that are on the same frequency as the one you are emitting can come into your experience. Every single person, event, and circumstance in your day is telling you what frequency you are on.
If your day is not...
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Positive In, Happy Out
Think for a minute about all that you intake into your mind each day. Reflect on everything you read, hear on the radio,watch on TV and all the things you touch, taste, and smell throughout your day. How much of that would you say is inputting positive energy into your mind/life?
Personally, I try to limit as much negative input into my life as possible. I read inspirational and motivational...
February 2011
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Maintaining Your Happiness Around Difficult People
Each of us in our daily life, has at least one difficult person we have to deal with. It could be a co-worker or a neighbor, or it could even be a family member. Each and every one of has faced this issue. And most of us have struggled with how to deal with these people. Here are my tried and true strategies for maintaining your sanity, peace and happiness when dealing with challenging...
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Ravenous
I’m always on the look out for a great book to recommend as a resource to friends and coaching clients as they work towards their goals. Recently, Hay House sent me a free copy of ”Ravenous” by Dayna Macy. This is a great read for anyone who can empathize with the struggle to overcome food obsession and addiction.
“Ravenous” is a poignant look at the author’s...
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Are You Just Kicking the Tires of Life?
How many times have you said to yourself, I’d love to to do THAT, but I can’t because(insert excuse of your choice)? Maybe you’ve been putting off that dream vacation or getting a more satisfying job. Maybe you want to start your own business or ask out the cute guy from accounting. Whatever it is that you desire, you always stop yourself short of grabbing on and going for...
January 2011
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A Lesson in Chemistry (no periodic table required)
It’s that time of year again when our thoughts turn to romance and relationships. And true to form, many goals my clients have been focused on lately are centered around relationships and social well being. Recently, I was having a discussion with someone about chemistry in dating. My friend was firmly convinced that every time she felt that unexplained chemistry (I call...
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5 Steps for Better Living Right Now!
Over the past 15 years or so, I have worked with a lot people on a lot of different issues in their lives. The one thing that has remained the same in every case is the fact that those people wanted to make changes. Some were big and some were small, but in order to move to a new place of happiness and well being, changes were needed. One thing I always reminded those I worked with was this...
A Conversation on Physical Wellness with wellness...
December 2010
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Forgiveness
Reposted from the Positive Thoughts blog
Sweep your heart clean by forgiving.
You hear people say this all the time: “I have a right to be upset because of the way I’ve been treated. I have a right to be angry, hurt, depressed, sad, and resentful.” Learning to avoid this kind of thinking is one of my secrets for living a life of inner peace, success, and happiness. Anytime you’re filled with...
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Zen Story: Walking on water
Reposted from the Buddha Groove Blog
Three monks sat by a lake, deep in meditation. One stood up and said, “I’ve forgotten my mat.” Stepping on to the waters before him, he walked across to the other side, where their small hut stood. When he returned, the second monk said, “I just remembered I haven’t dried my washed clothes.” He too, strode calmly across the water to the other bank and returned...
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A conversation on Nutrition with Certified...
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A Conversation on Wellness with Health and Fitness...
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Changing Your Story
Recently, I was introduced to a new acquaintance as “my friend Jodi, the life coach”. The person to whom I was introduced seemed very intrigued and asked, “what exactly does a life coach do?” I thought for a second about the elevator speech answer I usually give when someone asks that question of me, but before I could even get the first sentence out, I calmly said,...
The Journey Of Commitment
Reposted from the Daily Om
Entering into a committed relationship is in fact a spiritual journey that we undertake with another person.
Loving and committing to another person is a spiritual process whether it involves a wedding or any other type of commitment ceremony. Often when we enter into a relationship, we allow our emotions to lead us forward without thinking more deeply about what...
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Holiday Stress
This time of year can be very stressful for many of us. Whether its having a “to do” list that’s impossibly long, or dealing with difficult family situations, stress is a major concern for many of us.
I always advise my coaching clients to make an attempt to slow down and prioritize during the holidays. So what if all the decorations don’t get put up? Does it really...
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November 2010
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7 Ways To Be Happier
In my relentless pursuit of all things “happy”, I came across this blog post from The Chris Voss Show Blog! Let me know what you think!
Warmly,
Jodi
Don't Let Travel Unravel Your Diet
Found this great article on the Medical University of South Carolina’s facebook page about eating habits when you travel. It offers a few nice tips for maintaining your nutitional balance and eating well during this busy holiday travel season. Check it out!
Warmly,
Jodi
A New Spin on "Marketing"
Reposted from Kevin Nations website……
Are you Marketing with a Bucket or an Drum?
By Kevin Nations Posted on Nov 18, 2010
I was walking to lunch in Baltimore this past weekend with the amazing Frank Kern and the lovely Christine Lee from Jacksonville when a very important marketing lesson literally JUMPED out at me.
We passed a street panhandler with a bucket out shaking coins and...
October 2010
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Networking for Introverts.....
Here is a great article I found on networking if you are introverted. Okay, so I’m not really an introvert, but these were a few great ideas that could work for anyone who wants to expand their networking skills.
Enjoy!
Jodi