Since I’ve moved to Orlando, I’ve been working with high school students to help them stay focused in achieving their dreams. I donated my services for free because I already knew that their families were struggling financially, much like many families throughout the country. I, just like many of you, have financial responsibilities of my own but to see how much these students have blossomed during my time working with them has truly been a blessing and a learning opportunity for myself.
School starts for these students on Monday and in order for these three kids to be able to afford their books, I’m asking for donations of any amount. I’ve personally donated and hope you will too. If you are interested in making a contribution to the children of our future, please contact me at mignonbrooks@collegiatecareercoach.com. I will give you the direct website to the school, and you can make your donation right online.
How Giving Impacts Your Life
When you open your heart to giving even the smallest amount you can afford, the world opens opportunities up for you. You’ll be surprised as to how things you are seeking in your own life will present itself in a way you could have never possibly imagined.
Yesterday after I donated an extra $25 on top of what I had already donated to the students I’ve been working with this summer, I wondered if I’d be able to afford one of my own expenses. It was an absolute blessing to find out that the woman I owed money to did not charge me half of what I expected to pay. I was astonished. Ever since I’ve opened up my heart to give, occurrences like this have been happening to me on a regular basis.
Giving is not always monetary. As I said in the beginning of this blog, I donated my coaching services to students. You can give love to someone who might feel they are alone. Every time you smile at someone, you radiate a positive energy that contributes to someone’s day. You can give someone a listening ear when they need someone to talk to. The possibilities are endless.
Be open to giving, and you’ll be surprised as to how it will impact your life in return!
Sometimes we do not realize that we sabotage our own success by the
negative words we speak to ourselves. We wonder if we are good
enough to accomplish our goals and sometimes doubt that there are
opportunities available to us.
This is only based on fear. If you can turn this negative self talk
around into positive self talk, it will build your confidence and
help you break through the obstacle standing in your way – your
negative thoughts.
Record your negative self thoughts in the positive affirmation
journal available here.
When you catch yourself thinking negatively, write the thought on
the right hand side of the journal. Think of a positive way in
which you could turn that thought around and write it on the left
side of the paper.
Fold the paper in half vertically so you can only see the positive
affirmations you have created for yourself. Look at them and repeat
them at least three times per day. The more you read them aloud,
the more true they will become in your life.
A positive attitude attracts positive results in your life. The
minute you start doubting yourself and your capabilities, negative
energy heads right in your direction.
To stay positive and focused, close your eyes and quiet your mind
to release stress and let go of any doubts you may have about your
chosen career. Get the positive image of your future career in your
head. Create success in your mind and it will become your reality.
You have to set goals that are almost out of reach. If you set a
goal that is attainable without much work or thought, you are stuck with something below your true talent and potential.”
– Steve Garvey
After this envisioning exercise, take the time to capture the moment by writing down the details of your experience.
Be sure to include how you felt and what you were doing that made you feel
successful.
Remember to use the “Document Your Vision” sheet to write down your
thoughts and ideas. You’ll want to reference this information later.
And you’ll be amazed at how much comes to be simply becuase you took
the step to document your dreams.
Join me live on Tuesday, June 22nd at 9 p.m. EST for The Dream Purposeful Phenomenon. Please note the time has been pushed back due to time convenience requests from many of my clients, family and friends. Simply click on the following link to join me: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/create-the-career-of-your-dreams-phenomenon
Why join a collegiate career coach tomorrow night if you’re already working in a career?
There’s a few reasons you definitely want to catch this event!
1. You might be thinking about going to college, and you still haven’t chosen a degree program.
2. You might want a career change, and you’re not sure what career field you’d like to transition into.
3. You will gain clarity about what life coaching actually is and understand how it can be an asset in your life or in the life of someone you know.
4. You’ll get some tips from the self-discovery process my clients have the opportunity to experience and get to see the obvious benefits.
5. You’ll get a chance to hear more about the energy leadership assessment and debrief I offer that will literally change your life forever.
6. You might be a personal family member or friend and know that your support is important to me.
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