At what age do we become afraid to ask for what we want?
At what age do we start to fear rejection?
I can't remember can you?
Here are some hints and tips on how to overcome our fears in order to, once again, receive the treats of life
A F R A I D
A - Ask
Why are we so afraid to ask for what we want? We expect people to know what we want and are disappointed that they don't give it to us.
People are generally not mind readers. Be specific, tell people what you want. If you don't ask you don't get - simple. Usually the worst thing that can happen is they will say "NO!" Go on be brave try it out today!
F - Fear
Run towards your fears,
Embrace them,
On the other side of your greatest fears lives your greatest life
Robin Sharma
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.
Coach Carter (great clip from the movie)
R - Reality
Have you woken up to the harsh reality that you haven't achieved what you wanted to achieve? Well what's stopping you from trying again? Is it age, determination, or drive? Generally it's not money! Why not write a list of everything you wanted to achieve in life and start taking action to turn the situation around.
Rosie Swale Pope spoke at our Charity event this month and inspired us all with her story of how she ran around the world for five years to raise awareness of prostate cancer. She was 57 when she started her journey having never jogged before that time. Just goes to show you what's possible when you put your mind to it hey?
A - Achievement, Abundance, Action
Many people live a life of regret, comparing themselves to the achievements of others. I would advise you to stop for a moment and take stock of all the things you have achieved and have yet to achieve.
Before you go to bed at night make a list of 10 things that you are thankful for. They could include things as basic as "Seeing another day", "Waking up to my partner and family", etc.
If you have seen the Secret you will know that the power of attraction is more powerful when we are thankful for what we have and appreciate that we can have anything that we ask for (abundance) but we must take action http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf8zqdu3TtA&feature=player_embedded
I - Instigate
Don't be afraid to make the first move. People are so busy that they are often too absorbed with their own life to worry about what you may want from them. Push for a meeting, ask for the sale, push for your treat and wait with your hands out to see what rewards others bistow upon you.
D - Don't just Dream it - Do It!
As a coach I often ask my clients to compose a vision board which outlines all the things they want from life. Whilst this is very inspiring it is worthless without the 'Now do it!" factor.
Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone as a moment of discomfort will soon be outweighed by the rewards you will receive.
Here’s to your continued success!
Leanne Flower
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