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Synergy Success E-Zine, October 2012 
"If you neglect to recharge a battery, it dies.
And if you run full-speed ahead without stopping for water,
you lose momentum to finish the race." ~Oprah Winfrey |
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Greetings!
Greetings to YOU and a Warm Fall Welcome to our growing community of busy women who want to gracefully THRIVE amidst the challenges of work and life.
As a Resilience Coach, every day I help women release the misguided notion that self-care is a luxury. Instead, I wholeheartedly embrace the philosophy that it is essential, encouraging them to work hard, play hard, and rest well.
Many of us feel it's selfish to spend the time and money to treat ouselves when there are still things we need to do, people we must see, and places we have to go. (Ever heard a "Type-A" person say "I'll rest when I'm dead?" I have!) We stay so busy running and pushing to accomplish our daily tasks that we forget to re-fuel, driving ourselves to depletion.
Because I firmly believe that enjoying a restorative lifestyle is the #1 way to stay focused, positive, and excited about work and life, I intentionally build "rest and renew" blocks into my monthly schedule. People often comment on how much I get accomplished, yet are shocked to find me browsing at Barnes and Noble in the middle of a work day, hiking with a picnic lunch to the labyrinth, or cat-napping on a sunny bench at the arboretum. Believe it or not, these short bursts of downtime keep me tapped into a high level of inspiration and creativity, helping me deliver my best self to the world.
This month I had the pleasure of re-connecting with a childhood passion... walk-trotting beautiful horses in the crisp fall air down wooded trails, across streams, and through some pretty breath-taking scenery at Jordan Hollow Stables in Stanley, VA with Laurie DiSanto, a fun-loving friend who shares a love of horses and outdoor adventure!
If you regularly carve out time for relaxation and rejuvenation, Woo Hoo! If not, I challenge you start right NOW. Don't just read this and think "that's a great idea but it won't work for me." Plan something special into your calendar and stick to it. It should be a world away from work, free from responsibilities, worries, concerns, and even goals.
What will it be for you? Perhaps its simply reading a book, getting a massage or manicure, decorating a room, or going to the movies with a close friend. Whatever you choose, remember you deserve a few sacred moments to enjoy as you wish!
Christina Kunkle, CTA Certified Life and Wellness Coach, R.N.
"Resilience Coach for High-Achieving Women who want to thrive
by building a life, not just a career."
P.S. Sure Hope to you at the Synergy Success Circle October 10th or 11th!
P.S.S. Special Invitation! Want to learn a relaxation practice you can do anytime? Please join me at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 27th for a "Synergy in Motion" relaxed group hike to the labyrinth at the JMU arboretum and Botanical gardens where you'll enjoy calm energy through a mindfulness walking meditation.
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Self-Care Quote
"Taking time to live life
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October 2012 Events
Lunch Meeting 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. McAlister's Deli, Harrisonburg, VA
11th, Thursday
12th, Friday
Leadership Development Group Coaching Program 11:30-1
13th, Saturday
Leadership Development Group Coaching Program 11:30-1
27th, Saturday
"Synergy in Motion" Relaxed group Hike with Christina to the Labyrinth in the JMU Arboretum. 2:00-3:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to join us for fresh air, sunshine, exercise, and complimentary take-home coaching tips & tools! Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water bottle, notebook/journal, your open mind, and a smile! RSVP by Oct 26 please.
SAVE THE DATE!
Tues, November 13th!
Survive THRIVE! An Evening to Unwind, Reclaim your Energy & Sharpen your Focus
Click here for details |
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Christina's Story
Click here to read about her life-changing transformation
...from Fear to Faith. |
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SOAR SUCCESS STORY!
Katie Atkinson
(pictured at right)
Sales executive for Daniel's Promotional Products
in Harrisonburg, VA
"I would highly recommend SOAR!
It has given me the opportunity to take a very close look at myself and how I need to move forward in a very positive direction. Areas that I just don't take the time to contemplate, talents and gifts that would have continued to have remained "untapped" rise to the surface.
I have really enjoyed getting to know other women who are truly invested in bettering themselves in an attempt to enrich all areas of their lives, professionally; socially; within their own families and spiritually."
Ready to SOAR to Your Dreams in 2013"? Contact me to schedule your private 1:1 call to learn more! Now Accepting Applications for the next program beginning in February 2013. | |
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Survive THRIVE!
An Evening to Unwind, Reclaim your Energy & Sharpen your Focus
There is a Happy, Healthy, and Fulfilled Woman inside of You Longing to be set Free, and I am ready to give you the Keys!
Tuesday, November 13th, 2012 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm (Complimentary Wine & Appetizers provided)
"The Gathering Place" Harrisonburg, VA
Join us for an inspiring evening to:
- Restore Clarity (Learn the #1 Key to Transforming your Success on every level!)
- Gain Clean Energy (Try "Spark" and learn about Advocare's exceptional nutrition)
- Boost Confidence (Enjoy how Lia Sophia Jewelry Empowers Women)
- Renew Faith in the what is possible (Hear Synergy Success Stories)
- Practice Generosity (Bring $10 Cash for a Cause you Care about)
Space is Limited ~ RSVP: by Nov 12th Christina Kunkle [email protected] or 540-746-5206 with names and # of people attending please.
"Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly." ~Proverb |
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Quotes to THRIVE by!
"Women need real moments of solitude and self-reflection to balance out how much of ourselves we give away."
~Barbara de Angelis
"Women in particular need to keep an eye on their physical and mental health, because if we're scurrying to and from appointments and errands, we don't have a lot of time to take care of ourselves. We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own 'to-do' list."
~Michelle Obama
"I learned again that the mind-body-spirit connection has to be in balance."
~Wynonna Judd
"In art and dream may you proceed with abandon. In life may you proceed with balance and stealth."
~Patti Smith
"For fast-acting relief, try slowing down."
~Lily Tomlin
"Worrying is all about the illusion of control. When you worry, you are expending energy, and it feels like you are doing something... When you stop worrying, you free up energy that can be used more productively."
~Tammy Cravit
"Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing."
~Harriet Braiker
"Looking back at the times where I allowed my work to create stress and frustration in my life, I now realize what I thought was important really was not. I am not saying you should not take your work seriously; what I am saying is that we need to realize that life is all about balance."
~Catherine Pulsifer
"Never work just for money or for power. They won't save your soul or help you sleep at night."
~Marian Wright Edelman |
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"Thanks for those yummy apples ~
Coming back soon?! |
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 Hi, I'm Christina Kunkle, the founder of Synergy Life and Wellness Coaching LLC and Creator of the Synergy Success Circle, and "SOAR"...
a heart-centered Leadership Development Program for Professional Women. My practice is dedicated to helping Professional Women squelch overwhelm and prevent burn out by promoting bounce-back resilience to stay focused, positive, & excited through challenges of work and life. In addition to one on one coaching, I facilitate keynotes, workshops, and retreats on topics related to Resilience and Work/Life balance. Do You know of a group that could use some inspiration and practical tips or are you curious about how coaching works? Then I'd love to share with you what I believe to be the most powerful tool for change on the planet! read more... |
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