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Excavate Yourself                             The Power of Choice Issue
                                                                                                    July 2010
In This Issue
Welcome
Excavive's Impact and Success
Excavive Reading List
Powerful Words: Writing & Speaking
Excavive in the Media
Welcome to
Excavate Yourself
JMB Swirl
Jennifer M. Blair
Life Coach
Speaker
Writer


 Jennifer@excavive.com
Power Up Your Purpose: 12 Ways to Access Your Personal Power

Last November I created a presentation for a Corporate Re-boot called "Power Up Your Purpose." I shared with the audience the 12 ways to access your personal power, and have decided that each month I will feature one access point. Here is what you have to look forward to.
  1. The Power of Self
  2. The Power of Passion
  3. The Power of Expansion
  4. The Power of Connection
  5. The Power of Balance
  6. The Power of Intention
  7. The Power of Choice
  8. The Power of Words
  9. The Power of Action
  10. The Power of Risk
  11. The Power of Giving
  12. The Power of Trust
Dear ,

We're halfway through the year and I am curious about how your year is going for you. So let's check in.
 
Are you accomplishing the goals you set for yourself? Are you experiencing more empowerment and success in your life because you've made the right choices that honor you? Have the choices you've made so far this year moved you forward or are you stuck in your old ways?
 
The Power of Choice is the ability to understand that at any given moment you can choose your attitude, your feelings, your beliefs, your dreams, your goals and then deliberately choose your next steps.
 
I often hear people say...I don't have a choice - and I acknowledge that at times there are life circumstances that prevent you from doing exactly what you want right now. However, I believe you can still be in charge of your emotional side, create your dreams and take responsibility for reflecting your choices in as many life areas as possible.
 
During this month where we have just celebrated our country's independence, it's a great reminder to not only honor living in a country that gives us freedom, but also to continually choose your personal freedom. Knowing you have the right to make powerful choices is one of the many ways to maintain your self-worth, self-confidence and path to success.
 
Here is some powerful inspiration:
  • Destiny is no matter of chance.  It is a matter of choice.  It is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved. - William Jennings Bryan
  • It is the ability to choose which makes us human. - Madeline L'Engle
  • Every new moment that arises in your life can now be a point of choice in which you can choose to treat yourself and others with Compassion rather than Judgment. - David Harp
  •   I do not seek. I find. - Pablo Picasso
So you decide. You choose.
Choose happiness and then live, breathe and be happy.
Choose freedom and then be yourself.
Choose growth and then learn, seek help and surprise even you.
Choose peace and then do the things that calm and nourish you.
Choose balance and then start making decisions to integrate that in all areas of life.
 
My featured client this month, Katie, made the choice to engage in coaching for her own growth, learning and ultimate fulfillment-you can see more below. And, if you are ready to make different choices, whether they are external or internal, contact me to learn more about how my Excavive process can inspire you. Contact me directly at jennifer@excavive.com.

Excavive's Impact and Client Success
 
About a year and a half ago, all areas of my life were lacking and in need of direction and balance. I contacted Jennifer after reading several of her articles and immediately connected to the messages she revealed repeatedly in each one.  Jennifer has helped me beyond what I thought was possible.  Her coaching has helped me to realize my deepest truths and values, to become more empowered in my relationships, and to create a more meaningful direction with my life. Her style of coaching is truly inspiring and motivating as well as creative and just plain fun! I hope every woman has the opportunity to work with Jennifer and experience the transformation that can take place in their lives.
 
                       -Katie Polley, Excavive Client since 2008

Excavive Reading List

My reading list is organized by 8 Pre-dominant Life Areas, and the sections have images of the books as links for easy purchasing through Amazon.com. And of course you are not limited to my suggestions-there is a search box on each page for browsing & shopping! 

Here is my short list of books I recommend this month:
 
You Are Your Choices by Alexandra Stoddard
 
Well Being by Tom Roth and Jim Harter

Smart Choices: A Practical Guide to Making Better Decisions by John S. Hammond, Ralph L. Keeney and Howard Raiffa
 
Remember to stop by my Reading List to browse some great titles for gaining insight on yourself. 

Powerful Words: Writing & Speaking


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My July Evolve column in Underwired Magazine's H20 Issue is titled "The Essential Uses of Water." To read it, click here.

 

Excavive Speaking

I am now booking speaking opportunities for Fall 2010 and I would appreciate any referrals you can make. If you would like for me to speak to your organization or company, see this list of topics here and please email me for rates and availability.


Excavive  in the Media
 
Jennifer was tapped to write an article on personal branding for the Advertising Federation of Louisville's magazine The Communique. Click here to read "Creating a Personal Brand."

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Thank you for exploring "Excavate Yourself." I look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions for future issues.

All the Best,

Jennifer M. Blair
Life Coach  Speaker  Writer
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