The Square Box – Set Your Imagination Free
Here is a simple and fun exercise of thinking in and outside of the box. On a piece of paper draw a box. When ever you have a thought or experience that is of the norm or routine, draw it inside the box. Notice how that feels…what is your energy level like, where do your thoughts go?
Then open yourself to new ideas and new possibilities. Every time you have a new experience, and new insight, or a “wow, I never thought of that!” moment, write it down outside of the box. Do this for a week or two and notice any changes you may have as you become aware of old patterns or directions, and be mindful about choosing new ones and celebrating those!
What Are Your Passions? – A Great Way To Play With A New Direction
What is the one thing that really gets you excited about your day, about life? That is a great place to start a new direction or approach in life. It already resonates with you and you feel good about it! Write down several directions you would like to see this passion go. It could be a simple list, or a drawing or diagram that resonates with you. Keep this posted some where you will see it every day. Spend at least 5 minutes each day with this list or diagram asking yourself:
- What is my next step?
- Who is there to support me?
- How can I strengthen my connection to trust and see beyond “a matter only view” of the direction of my passion?
- Keep track of these daily insights in a simple notebook or device and at the end of February, reflect on your new direction!
Appreciative Coaching Free Webinar
If you feel ready to choose a new direction in your career, health, relationships, or spirituality, attend the free webinar to see if Appreciative Coaching is a good fit to establish some direction in your life! Visit Here to learn more!
Family Direction Discussion
It’s the middle of the school year, and after the holiday break, you may find yourself not quite ready to get back into the daily routine. A change in that routine may just be the new direction you and your family can sit down and discuss. It is so easy to be involved in so many activities that no one gets any down time. Take time as you ease into the second half of the school year to sit down and have a family discussion. Here are some simple questions to get you started. You know your family best and know how to open a fun and explorative discussion!
- Review the children’s activities with them. Do they really enjoy participating in all of them, or are there one or two that they really enjoy?
- If they cut out some activities, how would they feel about it, and how would you feel about it?
- If you want more family time, let the family brainstorm what kinds of activities they would like…weekly game night, movie night, trips to nature or tech museums, or how can you spend more time outdoors as a family?
- Are there any big trips or vacations the family would like to take together and what can you do to start exploring that now for the coming year?
- Solitude time – have each family member express what time alone feels like for them. Do they find benefit from it? Have them describe what that experience looks like, sounds, or feels like. We all need a break to reconnect with and renew our inner direction and connection to self. This is a great time to have a discussion as a family, with your partner, or one on one with each child. Follow you heart, as you know best!
