Happy & Healthy U: The Monthly Message

Our Presence is a Present: Giving Gifts of Ourselves Although Christmas and the major gift giving holidays and 2016 are coming to an end, it is important that we consider extending the spirit of joy, love and peace into the next year and not limit these positive attitudes and generous behaviors to a brief season.  As we approach 2017, let us continue to practice spreading a positive spirit and sharing ourselves as part of our everyday lives.  This may help us redefine gift giving in ways that decrease commercialism and increase our spiritual value. This post is an extension of last month's focus on "The Power of Our Presence". That message encouraged us to recognize, reflect on, appreciate and enhance our character qualities, abilities, talents and strengths. Let's take our realization of our best selves and allow our presence to be felt as we utilize it to contribute to the world in a positive way.   Below are are examples of ways to share our selves and be p...

The Power of Our Presence Many of us take for granted the power of our presence.   We are all here on this planet for a purpose.   Our mission is to discover it, embrace it and live it.   It is also important to value our presence.   This entails the recognition and appreciation of our skills, talents and other positive attributes, which includes personality and character qualities. Not only is it okay to feel good (not become arrogant or conceited) about one’s assets and strengths, it is imperative to a healthy sense of self, identity and self-esteem.   This places us in the best position to be self-determining and intentional about ways to express and utilize aspects of ourselves. As a result, we can achieve personal fulfillment and self-actualization. Recognize Our Presence by: Stopping to notice when we feel good about something we have done or accomplished Practicing self-reflection and introspection, quieting, centering and meditative a...

Identifying and pursuing one's passion starts from within.  By nurturing and pursuing work you love, you will feel empowered  and in charge of your career life.  This article provides some ways to explore and get in touch with what you  feel called to do.  Here are ways to recognize that you may have a calling or a passion.  This will help inspire your motivation to move toward your life's work.       Is there something that you have felt a burning desire to do, but have not tried?       Do you spend a lot of time doing something, wishing it was your job? ·    Is your current job, something you have outgrown or is not a good fit?  How To: Determine and Nurture Your Passion Ask yourself:   What activities do I enjoy?   What would I love to do? What activities make me feel happy, energized, successful, engaged and with a sense of    importance and purpose? ...

Creating Balance in Your Work Life Are you refreshed and ready to get back to work after a, hopefully, relaxing summer?   Are you looking forward to doing something different and exciting?   Are you seeking ways to cope more effectively with the demands of your current work?   Are you aiming to make your work more fulfilling and enjoyable? Let’s examine mental strategies to put you in control of your well- being at work.   The following guidelines may result in overall increased sense of satisfaction and contentment and a reduction in work related stress.    Set Reasonably High and Positive Performance Goals   Be clear about and adhere to your job description and range of responsibilities on which you will be evaluated   Long Term: Set annual performance goals in line with your job description and employer’s expectations   Short Term: Take time to plan and prioritize your work on a daily basis in line with...