Welcome to SoulFULLY Living #88.. (Click for HTML Version - www.lifecoachmary.com/issue88.htm)  Welcome New Subscribers! You may view ISSUE #1 at www.lifecoachmary.com/issue1.htm.  Click HERE for archived issues. Soulfully Living's intention is to deliver inspiring ideas, articles and resources that positively impact the quality of your life. Welcome to our community. Happy New Year!!   It's hard to believe 2007 is over, and 2008 is HERE!!  It's been awhile since I've sent out a full issue of SoulFULLY Living!!!  I've missed being in communication with you :-).  To make up for lost time, this issue is packed full of goodies to kick your year off with clarity, momentum and fresh energy!!!  And, a few challenges and invitations for you too. There is a reason you haven't heard from me in awhile.  This year I did something new.  I just took FOUR weeks off from appointments, leading Boot Camps, coaching and the majority of email over the holidays.  I highly recommend this practice and hope to do it again next year!!!  Today is my FIRST official day back and I feel rejuvenated and ready for 2008!  I'm so excited about the year.  I wish I could reveal all of my plans, but the surprises for you will unfold!  Stay tuned throughout the year!! I hope you and your family enjoyed some down time too!!  This is personally one of my FAVORITE times of year (just ask my husband!)!!!   I love the ritual of completing one calendar year, and consciously focusing on creating new inspiring goals and visions.  I love goals.  How about you?  Having a goal gives us purpose, focus and power.    Clarity is power.  And, WE are powerful creators.  I know when I am focused and clear about an intention, it often happens in reality!!    New Year Creation - There are numerous ways to prepare yourself for 2008. Goal-setting, visioning, planning and strategizing sharpen our focus and set ourselves up for success. Are you ready to make 2008 your most extraordinary year ever?  In past years, I've included FOUR methods to help you crystallize your vision, depending on your personal style.   Are you more visual, auditory or kinesthetic?  Follow the link below and use the processes to inspire you to create your 2008 visions.  This feature is taken from last January's edition. http://www.lifecoachmary.com/issue81.htm MARY'S BIG GOAL.  Well, I have several big goals for the year, but one I want to go public with right now.  In 2008, I'm going to meditate EVERY DAY.  Yep.  That's 365 days of at least some form of daily meditation.  Minimum of 5 minutes of SILENCE, but ideally 20 minutes or more.   So far, I'm 6 for 6 days.  Don't be TOO impressed.  On most days, the meditation is happening right before bedtime, so I can keep to my commitment.   This goal was inspired out of a 30 day goal I set in October.  More about 30 day goals below.   Wish me lots of silence :-))  Hmmm...better go meditate, right now. *** FREE GIFT FOR YOU *** "7 Keys to Creating  Success and Inner Peace  in 2008" Tuesday, January 8, 2008 11am Pacific I have a gift for you.  This is a subject I'm super passionate about...getting YOU fired up for a NEW YEAR!!  I want to share 7 Keys to Creating Success and Inner Peace in 2008.  It's TOMORROW. And, it's FREE.  If you want to supercharge your focus and inspiration, join me for this BONUS conference call TOMORROW!!  I'm going to cover a TON of information, including: * 7 Keys to Creating Success and Inner Peace in 2008. * How to ALIGN mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually with your life and your goals.   * 4 Ways to maximize your intuitive guidance. * 9 simple practices to guarantee your "sustainable" energy throughout the year. * BONUS:  Visualization Process. NOTE:  This call will be 90 minutes!!  On this call, I would also like to invite you to participate in my upcoming Success and Inner Peace Bootcamp which begins on Tuesday, January 15th.  So, at the end of the call, I'll also be offering information about the program and answering YOUR questions. Pre-register for the call by visiting www.lifecoachmary.com/bootcamp.htm .  Did I mention...the call is free. Success and  Inner Peace Bootcamp NEXT Begins January 15, 2008 Tuesdays at 11am Pacific If you're considering January 2008's Success and Inner Peace Boot Camp, beginning Tuesday, January 15th at 11am Pacific time, it's filling up!!!  But, there are still spaces available.  If you consider yourself to be evolved, and you're seriously ready to up the ante on both your success and inner peace... ENROLL!!  The individuals enrolled thus far are, once again, an inspiring group!!!  The price is still ridiculously affordable at just $129 per month.  After January 14th, the price is going up again to $179/per month.  I will likely only offer one more Success and Inner Peace Boot Camp in 2008.  You can access the Boot Camp Questionnaire and Application online.  Send me your completed forms ASAP to lock in your participation, and set yourself up for an extraordinary 2008!! Want to learn more?  Read the Bootcamp Invitation online at www.lifecoachmary.com/bootcamp.htm.  And, join us for the "7 Keys to Success and Inner Peace in 2008" tomorrow Tuesday, January 8th.   I would love to support you on your path this year. Top 10 Reasons to Join the Bootcamp www.lifecoachmary.com/top10reasons.htm FLYERS FOR YOU Masters Interviews... There are two new flyers of both the Conversations with the Masters, and Conversations with the Masters of Coaching series.  You may want to print them out, so you don't miss a call.  It's also a great way to ensure you didn't miss a recording of a past call. www.lifecoachmary.com/mastersofcoachingflyer.htm www.lifecoachmary.com/mastersflyer.htm Conversations with the Masters LES BROWN January 14th!!! Want to get inspired and motivated?  Next week, Monday, January 14th at 12 Noon Pacific I'll be interviewing Les Brown for the Conversations with the Masters series.  He's a ball of energy!!!  I first met Les years ago, when we were both associated with TPN, a personal development TV network.  He was one of the favorites on the show!!!  One of my highlights was sharing the stage with Les and his girlfriend, Gladys Knight.  Fortunately, my speaking part was FIRST!!! Who would want to follow Les Brown and Gladys Knight?!!  Register at www.lifecoachmary.com/lesbrown.htm  This week's features... Healthy Inside and Out:  30 Day Goals: Breaking and Creating Rituals.   We are powerful beings.  Yet, as human beings it's easy to get caught in repetitive, unconscious patterns or rituals.  The good news is, we CAN take charge of our lives ANYTIME we choose.  Maybe it's time for you to take on a 30 Day Goal. Magic Moment:  Sunset at the North Pole.  An inspiring photo from a place most of us never visit. ENJOY!! Soulfully Being:  End of Year Completion.  To make room for the new, it's important to "complete" the past.  For the last several years, I've included a favorite "End of Year Completion" process in December.  It's a great way to reflect on the past year, accomplishments, major events, traveling adventures, family time, magic moments.  This is a process I STILL do each year for myself and with clients. I encourage you to take the time to write down your own answers. It's my traditional way to close out the year.  I've included this process again in this issue.  See below. I hope you enjoy this FULL edition of SoulFULLY Living.  I look forward to being a part of your 2008.   Let's make this year exceptional!!!  And, stay tuned for surprises and announcements throughout the year! Happy New Year!!! Life Coach Mary, CPCC, MCC             SUBSCRIBE/unsubscribe

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30 Day Goals We are powerful beings.  Yet, as human beings it's easy to get caught in repetitive, unconscious patterns.  The good news is, we CAN take charge of our lives ANYTIME we choose.  And, a 30 Day Goal is the perfect structure to do so.  Here's my most recent story. One of the things I enjoy in life is wine.  Specifically, red wine.  Or should I say, yummy, high-quality, fabulous, bold red wines like Cabernet's and Red Zinfandels.  One of the evening rituals my husband and I enjoy is sharing a glass or two of fine wine.  It complements are evening meal preparation ritual of grilling (John's a master!) and steaming vegetables (I know...very exciting!).  Nothing wrong with a glass of wine here and there, right? One evening, I pointed out to John that it seemed like we were having a glass of wine nearly every night of the week.  Okay, maybe not EVERY night...but a good 5-6 times a week.   I had been noticing I especially enjoyed the ritual of pulling out our favorite Lenox wine glasses (our first wedding gift!), and pouring a beautiful and savory glass of wine.  I like holding the glass; it feels like a treat, even luxurious.  A reward for the end of the day.  And, on the super FULL days...it seemed like a nice way to relax.  A way to give a little gift to myself.  And, it was something John and I shared together...a way of connecting (another favorite pasttime of mine).  All in all, pretty harmless.  Right?  No one was getting drunk.  Typically, it one glass... occasionally two, and even more rarely a whole bottle.   Perhaps you can relate.  Do you have a favorite ritual? On many nights, I noticed I enjoyed the RITUAL of our wine, even more than the wine itself.  Was this an unconscious pattern forming?  Was I really in control?   I shared these thoughts with John.  He didn't seem to have any attachment to our "wine ritual."  So, I said, "Well, if it's not a big deal, why don't we go on a 30 day hiatus WITHOUT wine?"  (Since the wine was also part of a "connecting" ritual for me, I was hoping to get an ally in this 30 Day Goal.)  John didn't hesitate, and voila...a 30 Day Goal was set in motion.   I eagerly announced this 30 Day Goal to my Success and Inner Peace Bootcamp participants.  Not to inspire them, but to hold myself accountable!!!  Again, it was more about the HABIT and ritual, than the wine itself.  Accountability offers great leverage. In hindsight, I could've picked a more convenient "30 days" to pass on wine and ALL alcohol.  First, I attended my industry ICF Conference.  Nothing for Mary.  Then, there were parties, dinners out with friends.  Plus, our evening dining ritual.  And, then Thanksgiving!!!  And, then dinner out with friends who enjoy $100 bottles (we saved a bundle that night.)  No alcohol for 30 days. It was an extraordinary experience in awareness.  I got to notice that IMPULSE to have a glass of wine at the end of the day, or when at dinner with friends or family.  I got to observe other people's reactions to my decision to abstain.  Most were actually quite supportive.  Some didn't even notice!!!  Some were a bit uncomfortable with my choice, and tried to tempt me.  Others would just carry on their own festivities.  One evening, we stopped to see friends and stayed for dinner.  They LOVE fine wine too.  And, John decided to have a glass with them (he was a bit less committed to the 30 Day Goal).  I still didn't have a drop.  However, I did encourage them to save the second bottle of Late Harvest Zinfandel for another visit, so they opened something else for the second bottle.  I drank water. Throughout this process, I also got to notice that after I had made my decision, and gotten past the impulse, it was EASY.  I noticed I could CONNECT with John, friends and family the same, or better.  I noticed I could also RELAX without a single glass of wine.  I confirmed what I knew intellectually...I don't need wine. Throughout my 30 Days, my closest friends wanted to know WHY I was doing this.  They knew John and I weren't borderline alcoholics.  Here's what I shared.  "I've always been one to notice my 'patterns,' especially if there is an unhealthy element to it.  One time, I noticed I was enjoying Frappacinos or Mochas at Starbucks too much.  Sometimes, it's a particular snack food.  I don't like any THING outside of me to have more control over me than ME.    I don't like a HABIT or ritual to control me."    How many people do you know who HAVE to have a cup of coffee in the morning?  Or HAVE to drink at least THREE diet sodas throughout the day?  Or HAVE to watch TV in order to go to sleep?  Or HAVE to have the radio on throughout the day?  Or HAVE to read the newspaper each day?  Is there a "have to" in your life? What is ONE thing you wouldn't  want to give up for 30 days?    Click Here to Continue Reading Online

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What 30 day goal are you inspired to take on?

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SUNSET AT NORTH POLE A scene you will probably never get to see, so take a moment and enjoy God at work at the North Pole. This is the sunset at the North Pole with the moon at its closest point.  And, you also see the sun below the moon. An amazing photo and not one easily duplicated.  (Thank you Bryan Porter for forwarding this photo to me earlier last year.)   Share a Magic Moment email: mary@lifecoachmary.com

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End of Year COMPLETION - This is an excellent tool to reflect upon the past year, get complete, and prepare you for setting new goals in 2008. WRITE DOWN ALL your answers, especially the Successes, Wins and Accomplishments. It's one thing to "think about it", it's another to capture it in writing! Enjoy the process.   Click Here to complete this Worksheet Online.

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