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Certified Professional Life Coach
laurie@choosetobepowerful.com
www.choosetobepowerful.com
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Powerful Parents, Powerful Kids
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As a former manager in the sales industry, one of the many things I came to learn about myself was that I wanted to be a leader nobody needed; although it took me awhile to get there.
I aspired to be the kind of coach that, instead of showing people the way, would show others their strengths so that they could see the path for themselves. I succeeded with some and failed miserably with others but each person I mentored brought me closer to understanding the truth that I now know: all the power we will ever need to be successful, happy, fulfilled, peaceful and content is within every single one of us and accessing that power is, without question, a choice.
After many years, I now seek to incorporate this concept into everything I do, including parenting.
Let me be clear, if the term "powerful parenting" means never losing your temper and being consistently calm, level-headed, controlled and balanced at all times, then I declare that I am completely unqualified to write another word here. Luckily, it's my belief that although the powerful parent demonstrates and encourages many significant values, perfection is far from one of them.
With good reason; we are human beings raising human beings. We are imperfect by our very nature. An important perspective for our children to be exposed to as it points out that there is not a person alive that exists without personal weaknesses and imperfections. At the same time, we want our kids to see that what makes them special and unique, exists within others as well. Armed with this knowledge as a foundational belief, our children are inspired to be different, to be quirky, to be themselves....and be perfectly okay with that.
Powerful parenting also requires that we grow in our own self awareness, willing to see those characteristics within ourselves that no longer serve us or our family. This willingness models for our children one of the single greatest traits they will ever learn to develop; responsibility.
Powerful kids understand that they are responsible for their thoughts, their actions and their reactions. They know that they matter and that they make an incalculable difference in their families, in their communities and in the world.
Here are some questions to ponder as we seek to raise powerful children:
- How can we influence our children to care about who they choose to be and how they show up in the world? How can we use these concepts to help them learn to self regulate their own behavior?
- How can we give our children space to make decisions and to make mistakes in an effort to encourage strong minds and independent thinking? How can we approach those mistakes in a way that kids perceive them as a learning experience versus an opportunity to be ashamed?
- Instead of following the status quo and teaching our children that "words hurt", how can we help them to build a personal arsenal? How can we urge our children to understand that strength comes with learning self compassion which provides the ability to not take anything personally? How can we support the perspective that someone else's choice to bully, insult or control is in fact showing signs of great weakness?
- How can we place more focus on empowering our children rather than consenting to the belief that their happiness or success depends on someone else's choice to be "nice"? How do we help kids forgo the underdog status and embrace more empowered and self supportive belief systems?
- In what ways can we encourage resourcefulness and resilience in our children?
- In a world of technology where the latest gadget is a must have, how do we instill an attitude of gratitude? How do we take that concept to the next level and help our children to learn to perceive problems as an opportunity to practice a skill that will benefit them for the rest of their lives?
My goal here is to stimulate thought-provoking conversation between parents and their kids and to challenge us all to view our instrumental roles through a different lens. In having these discussions with my own children, I have slowly come to learn that the simple question, "Who will I choose to be as a parent" keeps me focused on my desire that my children know just how powerful they really are and how important it is to me to lead them in a way that encourages them to lead themselves.
Who will you choose to be? Your loving influence is without question the greatest gift your children receive from you.
You really are that powerful.
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Inner Women Series I will be speaking at Bliss Life Yoga 51 Winthrop St. RT 44 Rehoboth,MA 02769 508-252-WELL March 21, 2012 7pm-8:30pm For more details: http://www.blisslifeyoga.com/page7.html Everything we do, every thought we choose and everything we strive to accomplish is firmly rooted in how valuable we believe ourselves to be. All the power we will ever need to face challenges in our lives and relationships already exists within each of us right now. Accessing that power for a better life is a choice and must begin with self awareness as the foundation for success on all levels. Come with an open mind willing to entertain new perspectives and embrace the tools to access that power within you!
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Are You Ready For A More Powerful 2012?
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7 Week Group Coaching Class starts this month! Choose Tues nights, 3/27-5/15 (No Class 4/17) 7-9PM OR Thurs mornings, 3/29-5/17 (No class 4/19) 9:30-11:30AM An opportunity to be amongst like-minded women as you challenge yourself to Access YOUR Power Find all the details HEREThis is a small group, held in a cozy, safe space where you will be challenged, yet supported to grow into a more confident and powerful version of you. Space is very limited ... if you're interested, register via the link below Learn More
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"Each second we live is a new and unique moment of the universe, a moment that will never be again. And what do we teach our children? We teach them that two and two make four, and that Paris is the capital of France. When will we also teach them what they are? We should say to each of them: Do you know what you are? You are a marvel. You are unique. In all the years that have passed, there has never been another child like you. Your legs, your arms, your clever fingers, the way you move. You may become a Shakespeare, a Michelangelo, a Beethoven.
You have the capacity for anything. Yes, you are a marvel. And when you grow up, can you then harm another who is, like you, a marvel?
You must work, we must all work, to make the world worthy of its children."
~ Pablo Picasso
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Wellness
If you live in the North Attleboro, MA area and you're looking to approach 2012 in a healthier, more energized body, visit the new Get In Shape For Women Studio owned by my great friend Rich Surrette.
It's a whole new concept in wellness~ a unique body transformation program that guarantees results! This friendly, comfortable studio offers small group personal training, nutritional support and a customized plan that works.
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508-948-8618
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