Feel that shift that comes as a result?  It’s a priceless strategy!

BUT…for those times this practice is not enough.  It helps tremendously to have a “Dear You” file on hand.  I’m talking…game changer for lifting your mood!  Here’s how to do it:

Create a file on your computer (or use a journal if you prefer) where you’ll keep positive messages for yourself.  In it write compliments people give you and achievements you’re proud of.  Add to this file whenever you feel inspired, upbeat, motivated, and especially happy or excited about…YOU!  When some aspect of your life is really going well, take a few moments to write down your positive thoughts. 

You will LOVE the way reading the entries in this file will rejuvenate you just when you need them most!  Call it “Dear (Your First Name)” and set it up as letters to yourself.  You’ll find it incredibly inspiring to read these letters when you’re in need of a boost.

THIS WEEK why not get started? Create the file and just get it going with one entry. You’ll see it’s easy to quickly add new entries once you get it set up.

It’s a lifesaver. You’ll see…!

To your brilliance,

Taking just one more step to get what you want can really pay off!  Often we don’t realize how close we are to great success right at the point when we quit trying.  This week, I encourage you to take that extra step when you feel like stopping.  Notice the difference this decision will make!  (Then be sure to reward yourself for your efforts.)

“When I thought I couldn’t go on, I forced myself to keep going.  My success is based on persistence, not luck” (Estee Lauder, 1906-2004).

To your brilliance,

“Worry is equal to a prayer for what you DON’T want! Instead, have faith and trust in yourself, and expend your energy focusing on what you DO want.” (-Cari Murphy)

You’re going to get what you want as long as you keep focusing on achieving it.  Don’t waste time on “what ifs.”  Why invite them into the picture at all?

To your brilliance,

Try this trick — when you find yourself getting caught up in negative thinking:  STOP and ask yourself, “What is good about this moment right now?”  Keep focused on that question until you come up with an answer.  Then go down THAT road with your thoughts.  Notice how the negativity subsides…and how much better you feel.

“Remember, happiness doesn’t depend on who you are or what you have; it depends solely on what you think” (Dale Carnegie, 1888-1955).

To your brilliance,

This week — seek out positive people.  They will help you push through any negativity you’re feeling and keep you confidently on your path to great success!  Or as Mark Twain puts it:  “Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that YOU, TOO, CAN BECOME GREAT.”

To your brilliance,

The beauty of this quote is that you can have it both ways…in a way.  Relax into who you are, and you give yourself a leg up to accomplish whatever is important to you.  If you are yourself, there’s no competition.

This week — focus on treating yourself with kindness. You already have everything you need to be successful at what your heart desires.  You possess gifts that are uniquely yours.  Relax into them.  Believe in them.

To your brilliance,

Oh, how I love this quote because he is so very right…and because this is something we need to remind ourselves of over and over again.

This week — if you find yourself having a “Why her/him and not me?!” moment, please think of Little Richard’s words.  Nobody’s life is perfect.  Nobody is struggle-free, no matter how it may appear on the outside. So take a deep breath and realize, “I’m going to be just fine.  In fact, I’m going to be better than fine!  One foot in front of the other, and I’m on my way to GREATNESS!”

To your brilliance,

Wow…genius, power, and magic!?  All from being bold?!  That’s certainly worth it! This week — take a bold new step towards getting something you really want. The possibilities that await you just from taking that first step inspire me with awe. (And so do you!)

To your brilliance,

If you’re already involved with something “bigger than yourself,” then you know just what Peale is describing here!

I know you’re busy, but if you’re not enthralled in anything you’re doing right now, then I encourage you to put on your “explorer’s hat” this week. Look around for an opportunity to become a part of something more, something new. It doesn’t have to take a ton of your time. There’s nothing quite as exciting as discovering you have a passion for something, and often it’s not what you might have originally expected.

Keep exploring. Never stop.

To your brilliance,

I’m reminded of a young woman I know who went on to start her own, very successful, design company right after she graduated from college.  She told me that what really helped her succeed was that she started taking on clients while she was still in college.  How did she do that?  She says — “I stopped thinking of myself as a college student seeking starter design work and started thinking of myself as a young professional up-to-date on current design practices seeking design work. That made all the difference.”

While you’re on your break, take a little time to DREAM!  What excites you when you picture yourself doing it?  Have some fun with this process.  Then you’ll be ready to hold onto this “ideal of yourself.” Ultimately, that’s what will inspire you to get what you really want!

To your brilliance,