by MarBeth Dunn | Feb 3, 2014 | Uncategorized
I found myself thinking the other day about how far I’ve come from being the powerless victim of circumstances of my long ago past. Had anyone told me then that most of my suffering was only in my mind, I would have refused to believe it. I didn’t know then that I could choose different thoughts, or that I could shift my perceptions to see things differently. I didn’t know I could stay in the present.
If you are feeling tense, anxious or if things just seem “not right”, take a moment to get really present and ask yourself if right now, in this exact place in time, if you have everything you need.
Not need for tomorrow or next week or even at the end of the day but right now. Do you have exactly what you need right now? In most instances, you’ll find that the answer is yes.
Most of your suffering is created by remembering unpleasant events in the past (that you are concerned might be repeated) or worrying about the future. There are very few times when you are fully present and living in the moment that things aren’t as they should be in that moment…and that everything is fine.
The next time you’re feeling anxious about your circumstances, take a deep breath and become aware of what you need and what is happening that very moment. Chances are, you’ll realize you are fine so don’t borrow trouble from the future or bring it back up from the past.
© 2014 MarBeth Dunn and Destination Empowerment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
by MarBeth Dunn | Jan 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
We’re into the third week of the new year already so how are things going for you?
Are you finding life happening quickly and easily or does it feel like you’re fighting an uphill battle?
I remember growing up, trying to please my family by doing things that didn’t feel good to me. It wasn’t right for me to live according to their rules. What about you? Are you living your authentic life? Living, working and playing in authenticity is the key to having things go your way. Life tends to fall into place with doors of opportunity opening consistently when you are who you are meant to be instead of a poor imitation of someone else.
As you go about your week, ask yourself these key questions to determine if you’re living authentically. “Am I doing what I want to do or what other people expect from me?” “Am I making this decision from fullness and love or from scarcity and fear?” “If time and money were no object, would I say yes to this decision?”
Staying on track and being authentic can take awhile to get used to since most of us have been programmed to do what it expected or what will gain approval from others. That, however, is not living YOUR truth. By not being authentic you sidestep your path to joy and fulfillment.
Who do you know yourself to be? Use this as a basis for your all your decisions and great things will start to happen.
If you would like to confidently align with your purpose, accelerate your growth and unleash your creative genius, take my brief survey at www.marbethdunn.com/survey and we’ll set up a FREE consultation.
© 2014 – MarBeth Dunn and Destination Empowerment, Inc. All rights reserved
by MarBeth Dunn | Jan 8, 2014 | Uncategorized
What are you most excited about for the coming year?
This is the time of year when most people make plans, dream big and start thinking about how they can strategically make things happen. You may have noticed that “making things happen” seems really easy for some people, while for others, it’s more grueling. What’s the secret to making it easy? Being in alignment.
When you’re looking to create the kind of life you want, it’s critical that you are doing whatever is most aligned with your deepest core values. When what you’re doing isn’t what you most want or in sync with what’s important to you, you are out of alignment and that’s when things get difficult.
Your highest self is an intuitive genius that always has the answers and always knows what is best for you. That’s why staying in alignment, with your head and heart connected, is so necessary to creating a life that feels magical and joyful.
Take some time today to get quiet and still and ask yourself the questions you feel need answers. The answers are there if you’ll allow yourself the space to hear them.
by MarBeth Dunn | Jan 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
Try as you might, moving forward can be extremely difficult and sometimes, impossible if you don’t release the past. Let it go so you can heal. Until you do, it’s almost impossible to fully embrace your future.
Forgiveness is the key to a future that is full of hope and different outcomes. As Einstein famously said, “Problems cannot be solved with the same mind set that created them.” As long as you are carrying forward the hurt, anger, shame or guilt associated with events from your past, you’re holding onto to the same mind set, while simultaneously hoping for a different future.
Give yourself the gift of a new mindset and forgive the people, places and things of your past so that you have a fresh, clean canvas of the mind to create new relationships and new experiences. Forgiveness isn’t for other people, it’s for you.
When you truly forgive the things of your past, the door opens to love and love heals all things. Now you can live through the lens of love and that will bring you joy.
Let this be your year to SHINE! I am accepting a few select coaching clients. Take the brief survey at https://marbethdunn.com/survey and we contact you shortly to set up your FREE Joy Readiness Assessment Consult with me.
©2014 – MarBeth Dunn and Destination Empowerment, Inc. All rights reserved
by MarBeth Dunn | Jan 6, 2014 | Uncategorized
I love new experiences! They take you out of the ordinary and offer you the opportunity to see life with a new perspective. My beautiful, almost two years old granddaughter is visiting this week. Seeing through her eyes gives me a fresh look at the ordinary, every day things I take for granted.
We’re now officially into the new year. It’s time to release the former year and commit to seeing last years challenges in a different light. Thinking of them as data, without any emotional attachment or judgment is one of the fastest ways to create a different outcome.
How do you shift to a new perspective? Start with turning your “I can’t” statements into open ended questions that offer more opportunities. For example, instead of saying, “I need more clients” (a factual statement), ask yourself, “What else can I do with my existing resources to get more clients?” This slight shift in both thought and rephrasing can open your awareness to new possibility you hadn’t considered.
Seeing things from a different vantage point helps you shift focus away from your challenges into the realm of new possibilities. Take the plunge and go for the shift!
© 2014 MarBeth Dunn and Destination Empowerment, Inc. all rights reserved.
by MarBeth Dunn | Jan 3, 2014 | Uncategorized
It’s here! Time to ring in the new year! Out with the old and in with the new!
Don’t you just love new beginnings? It’s always such a great time to reflect, take stock and start thinking of what’s possible. One of the things I love most about the beginning of a new year is that it allows me to release all the things of my past that no longer serve me.
When you look back at 2013, what do you see that you would like to release? Maybe you’ve had to end relationships because they weren’t healthy for you. Maybe you’ve let go of certain elements of your job that weren’t resonating with you. Perhaps you’ve released unhealthy habits that aren’t good for your body or unhealthy thoughts and beliefs that aren’t healthy for your mind.
Whatever you’ve released or are going to release, the important thing is to make sure you really do release it and let it go. When you do that, you create space for what’s possible, what’s good and what will create joy.
© 2014 MarBeth Dunn and Destination Empowerment Inc. All rights reserved
by MarBeth Dunn | Dec 11, 2013 | Uncategorized
You are a work in progress! You have your own unique curriculum handed to you by the Universe! Once you recognize this, you can begin to appreciate that everything in life is a blessing, even life’s challenges, since they are opportunities to grow and develop!
Get neutral! Rather than attaching emotions to life’s events, and labeling them as good or bad, realize everything is as it should be. This isn’t to say you shouldn’t get excited or sad about certain events, yet recognizing that you, and you only, assign emotions to circumstances, can help you live a life that is more fully balanced and joyful.
Try this exercise the next time life throws you a curve. Instead of labeling it “bad”, say that it is simply, “less than ideal”. You might prefer it to be different, but having circumstances that are less than ideal allows you to look at situations with greater power. You will find yourself less upset than if you viewed the situation as “bad”. It is also easier to see the ‘blessings’ in every experience when you are neutral.
Holding and maintaining a neutral perspective is certainly easier said than done but once you get the hang of it and see how it can change your life, you’ll be hooked!
© 2013 MarBeth Dunn and Destination Empowerment, Inc. All rights reserved
by MarBeth Dunn | Dec 9, 2013 | Uncategorized
How sexy is your life? Most people tend to think of “sexy” as something sexual but you can definitely have a sexy life by becoming more aware of the sensual nature of seemingly every day things.
Think about a warm, sunny day for instance. How aware are you of the feeling of warmth or the caress of the sun directly on your face or shoulders? Feel the breeze if there is one or the sultry way the air hangs still if there is no breeze.
Or take the opposite weather condition and notice how deliciously clean the cold air is and the beauty of the snow or icicles as they glisten. This is being sexier and having a life that is sexy!
To live a fully “sexy” or more sensual life, be careful to pay attention to everything that is going on around you. Use all five of your senses to enhance your daily experiences. What are you seeing, hearing, feeling, tasting and smelling? Understanding that there is “sexy” in the everyday is a great way to get more joy into your life.
©2013 MarBeth Dunn & Destination Empowerment, Inc. – all rights reserved
by MarBeth Dunn | Dec 6, 2013 | Uncategorized
Ah, stress. It can feel like a constant companion, can’t it? Although stress can show up anywhere at any time, for some people, the holiday season can amplify the feeling.
The truth is though, you don’t have to live with stress. Feeling stressed or anxious is really a choice and you can choose to feel peaceful and serene. Since there are no shortage of statistics that stress can cause everything from health problems to premature aging, opting to bypass this particular emotion and choosing to joyfully accept that everything is as it should be can be incredibly empowering.
A quick way to alleviate stress is conscious breathing. One of the best things about this is that you can do it anywhere effectively if you put your mind to it. Whether alone, in a crowd, for two minutes or twenty, becoming aware of your breathing and doing some breath work will give you a shot of sanity back into your day.
The next time you’re feeling stressed, take a moment to consciously inhale slowly through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Even doing this once should make a difference. Do this a few times, envisioning a sense of well-being in the process. You’ll find that you immediately feel a new sense of calm.
by MarBeth Dunn | Dec 5, 2013 | Uncategorized
Another year is about to wrap up and you’ll no doubt be looking back over it, contemplating everything that took place. If you’re like most people, you’re now anticipating the new year and wondering what you can do to make it a great one. Experiencing more happiness, better health and financial abundance probably tops the list. That’s what most of us want, after all!
As a Joy Strategist, I know that getting what you most want from life is entirely possible, especially when you have the support and guidance you need along the way. That’s why I’m excited to share some of the gems that can be found in my upcoming book, The Joy Strategy31 Days to Health, Wealth and Happiness. My hope is that you will find words of wisdom and inspiration to carry you through the remainder of this year and set your intentions to have an incredible 2014.
You are extraordinarily powerful beyond measure and over the next few weeks, I hope you will be encouraged to discover the power that you have to do and create, a life that is amazing and full of unstoppable joy!
I found myself thinking the other day about how far I’ve come from being the powerless victim of circumstances of my long ago past. Had anyone told me then that most of my suffering was only in my mind, I would have refused to believe it. I didn’t know then that I could choose different thoughts, or that I could shift my perceptions to see things differently. I didn’t know I could stay in the present.
