I’m just back a few hours ago from meeting an innovative, dynamic, and expansive leader. She is one of those rare people who embodies vast intuitive capacity, and who also excels at analytical, strategic thinking. Such a rarity to have such depth in both!
I’m officially at vibration buzz level 5 after the meeting.
Why this is relevant is because earlier today I was at vibration buzz level 1 or 2. I was down on myself for a quieter couple months in my business after a very strong start to the year…and the voice in my mind (the judge!) was making me believe that my marketing sucks. That I’m not good enough. That I should look at some low-hanging-fruit-kinda contracts that are less inspiring. That the dream business that I’m working toward isn’t meant for someone like me. Gah! It’s self-defeating!
Even as an experienced coach, these thoughts are hard to escape. And hard to label as ‘outside of me’, versus ‘me’.
The reason why I’m basking in elevated energy and flow is because my coffee meeting guest was gifting me knowledge, experience, support, and insights that are exactly what I’m curious about. What I needed to hear. And also what fascinates me! …Purpose; Impact; Legacy. She is an expert in this area.
WIIFY
And why this is relevant for you is because I know you get these moments too! Less energetic. Less inspired. Less purposeful. Less impactful. Less driven.
We all just want to make a positive difference in the lives of those we care about most. And to be able see that impact in action.
Earlier today I was ready to book next week off to rest and recover! FFS!
And not that I won’t still take some time…but how I was feeling earlier wasn’t really about that. I was looking to escape some uncertainty discomfort…not rest per se.
I had forgotten to connect my day to day work with my purpose. And impact. And hopefully, my legacy.
So what I’m going to do is an exercise she gave me to work through over the next few days, and I’m going to be connecting my purpose at a deeper level. Some of the language that comes out of her suggested work will power up purpose in action …and therefore IMPACT!
The up & down cycle I’ve been through this week (and today specifically!) is normal in the entrepreneurial journey – and for leaders and growth minded people like you. Today it was I who needed the reminder. Maybe you too?
The Opportunity for You...
The opportunity here for you, should you wish to action it, is this: if you are ever feeling less energetic, less inspired, less connected to your mission or day-to-day life… just meh!... allow me to ask you these questions:
When was the last time you connected deeply with your purpose? And how did it make you feel?
What energizes you the most in your work? How can you incorporate more of this into your daily routine?
Who in your network inspires and uplifts you? How can you spend more time with these people?
What limiting beliefs are holding you back from pursuing your dream business or lifestyle? How are they showing up day to day, and are you willing to challenge these beliefs?
What might be your first bite-sized step in shifting any thought patterns or actions / habits based on your answers to the above?
If these are the kinds of questions no one ever asks you about your business or your lifestyle… can you see the impact of having accountability to go deeper in your discovery, impact, and actions?
As summer starts to wind down, is it becoming your season to power up your purpose, drive, clarity and commitment?
I invite you to reach out. I never charge for a single conversation.
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