Summertime Coaching Tips

The summer is upon us at last! For most, it has been a very difficult winter. For some, it was an impossible time. Snow, floods, job loss, illness, and war color the lives of many and even the sunshine, although most welcome, will not relieve the hardship. That being said, we must share with you some guiding principles that will help you feel fulfilled and blessed.

The first is that there is always someone who has it worse than we do. There is the classic story of the man who thought he had it bad because he had no shoes... until he met a man who had no feet. It is a good thing to remember when we feel discouraged by our life circumstances.

The second is that summer is a time for re-creation. We have an opportunity to reinvent ourselves and try to get a new outlook on where we are and where we are headed in our lives. Walks in the sun, dipping in the ocean, reading a relaxing novel, and experiencing quiet will help you to regroup and restore. Turn off the electronics and get back to basic living. Eliminate the background noise so you can re-boot your mind and your spirit.

Finally, be active in doing something that you enjoy. Get off the couch and get involved in sports (spectator or player), dance, prayer, and doing things that you can't do during the winter months.

Getting this program in play will help you to be more productive and happy in reaching your goals.

Enjoy!