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For those of us with adult children, we can attest to the fact that it can be very complex and tricky in maintaining a relationship with them once they leave home. Financial dependence is one obvious bone of contention. But, even relating on a day-to-day basis can be a mine field. And, if they are married, being able to maintain a healthy relationship with their spouses can prove to be difficult.
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Greetings!
Dr. Phil's web site has a section titled "Taking Responsibility for Your Life." In that section, he makes this statement: "Define your payoffs: you're getting something from your behavior, or else you wouldn't do it!"
 Oftentimes, we behave certain ways because we think we are getting a payoff: being accepted, being comfortable, showing others who's boss, etc. But, acceptance, comfort and confidence can have many counterfeits. They may appear to satisfy a need but only produce relational strife, underperformance and isolation. Consider setting a goal to be real and experience authentic joy - free from the games and masks that go on every day in every setting. "What is the end game" you may ask: How about higher vocational performance, more satisfying relationships with friends and family, ability to go deeper spiritually. Why is that? Because in living an authentic life, you will begin to eliminate baggage, focus on the right things, and be able to increase your effectiveness in working with people.
I developed this newsletter because I'm passionate about helping organizations and individuals a.) Understand their strengths b.) Have a vision and plan that maximizes their potential and c.) Align their resources in such a way they actually walk in their vision.
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Sweet Spot vs. Comfort Zone
For those of you who golf, play tennis or hit a baseball, you are probably pretty familiar with what a sweet spot is. A sweet spot  is the optimal hitting area on a club, racket or bat because it is the best point of ball contact where maximum power is derived with minimal effort. If you hit a ball outside of the sweet spot, vibrations are introduced which can not only sting your hands, but reduce the distance of ball flight. We have a sweet spot in life as well. It follows the same concept: It's where you get maximum return from minimal effort. Our sweet spot is at the intersection of our gifts, strengths and passions. It's what we could do all day and night - even for free. It's both what we love and what we are made to do. So here's a thought to ponder: Is your "sweet spot" different than your "comfort zone?"
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Dealing With "Clingers"
 Ever been around someone who just drains your energy and effectiveness - all the time? They constantly take and rarely give. They refuse to carry any of the relationship load. They require constant maintenance. They hold on to you so tight, they actually constrict your movement. Clingers - that's the name Blakeney and Henley give this type of person in their book "Energy Zappers".
Clingers tend to not take responsibility and constantly have excuses for why they can't. Furthermore, they can really create a guilt trip, especially for those who have the gifts of mercy or people service. It can be quite a challenge to find an effective strategy when dealing with a clinger.
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Have a great day!
Sincerely,
Ron Swingle
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