John S. Gordon - Business and Personal Coach

"You have the greatness and the power.  I just help you turn on the switch."

MARVELOUS MONDAYS

 

May 18, 2015 - Issue 330

 

Marvelous "Miracle Mornings"
Dear ,

 

Welcome to Issue 330.  The mission of "Marvelous Mondays" is to offer an inspirational thought, a practical exercise, some humor, or a simple tip to jump-start your week and to enhance your life, business, outlook or relationships. 

 

Please feel free to forward "Marvelous Mondays" to others who will enjoy it.   

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SAVERS

In Hal Rod's book "Miracle Mornings" he suggests a six step guide for a fulfilling day. He uses the acronym SAVERS:

 

Silence

Affirmation

Visualization

Exercise (physical)

Reading

Scribing (Journaling) for gratitude


 

Silence/Meditation

Today we will discuss the first step. The benefits of silence in the form of meditation is becoming more widely known. We all have worries, doubts, and stress. These can cause us to become frozen in our thoughts or to panic or anxiety attacks. Research at Stanford University by Phillippe Goldin shows that meditation which he calls "mindfulness meditation" actually changes the way the brain responds to negative thoughts. His study shows that the meditator decreased activation in the AMYGDALA-a region of the brain associated with stress and anxiety. 

My experience in meditation is an emptying and peacefulness that predisposes me to handle more effectively the stress of the day. Emptying is clearing the mind and letting go of my thoughts as quickly as they enter my mind. Enjoy the silence free of judgment and expectations. Start by taking three deep breaths.
Exercise

This week I invite you to do the following.


 

1. Do you have any negative thoughts about your ability to meditate?  If so, then use your "delete key" from issue 85 "Maintaining Positive Thinking by using your Delete Key."  Click here to view Issue 85.

2. Create your own quiet place in or outside your home, sit comfortably, and breathe normally. Simply empty yourself.

3. I invite you to spend 5 minutes in silence/meditation at least two days in the next week.  Enjoy the silence free of judgement and expectations.

 

I can support, teach, and educate you in the art of meditation. Please contact me.

 



JOHN'S BIO
John has owned several businesses and is an attorney who has practiced in the business and estate  areas.  In addition, he coaches business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, speech makers and presenters.  He also coaches persons who are determined to accelerate their careers and leadership skills or who are considering a career move or retirement.  John uses coaching as a tool in his leadership and business results based consulting.  He is also a life coach.

                   **John is currently accepting a few new coaching clients.**