Quest For You

My mom visited from Germany over Christmas. It was a time completely consumed with activities and now that she is gone I am reflecting on it. Time with mom was time I wanted, but at the same time it was time I didn't have for myself. We all go through periods where we give up our time for others. In reflecting on it, I want to share a few insights on coming to terms with such a time and embracing it.

Goals helped me reach dreams I never thought possible for me. And in this episode I share my process with you. I walk you through the categories I use that help me define my goals. I also share tips with you that help you set the right goals for yourself.  You can download the worksheet that goes along with this episode from my website. Enjoy this process. Its meant to challenge and change you.

Surrounded by a quiet world does not guarantee inner peace. Often it appears as if we are calm, when we are really just keeping busy and distracting ourselves. Let this holiday season be an opportunity to access our inner silence so we can find peace, balance and answers to our important questions. 

Happy Holidays QFY fans!

My conversation with Dave Conley (@davecconley) was packed with practical advice to jumpstart your new year and your best life yet. Dave has faced major obstacles in his life and he shares how returning to the basics, those that we often forget or ignore, has helped him become who he is today. He has turned his entire life around, starting from his health, his mindset to his profession. If you want to establish the habits that will help you accomplish those long-awaited goals, then listen closely and begin implementing some of Dave's advice.

When it comes to the things we love to do, we often wait on others to go along. And when they are not available, we hesitate, we are scared, and we stay home. When your friends don't have time, or when you don't have the right people to something with that you want to do, then do it alone. Take a chance and go. You are guaranteed to meet others eventually who have the same passion as you and will accompany you on your journey.

Inspired by my recent trip to Utah, were every day was a surprise, I realized that we need more adventure in our day-to-day lives. Our predictable routines and regular schedules remove the excitement that we often only notice when we are on vacation because everything is new. But there are small things we can do that add a little unknown to our days, and with that open the possibility of a different, maybe even a better outcome.

Laura has a gift for not only speaking well, but for also connecting with her audience in an authentic way. She shares her passion for speaking, future dreams of helping people find ways to express themselves through storytelling, and she offers unique ideas on how to connect better with ourselves. In this interview it became clear to me that in order to better connect with others, I also need to take care of connecting well with myself. 

To learn more about Laura, sign up for her insightful newsletter and find details for her interview club, go to lauraparadisecoaching.com.

Anger is a difficult emotion. But by making an effort to understand it better, we can improve from our often defensive response to a more compassionate one. Anger is usually the escalation of other emotions that we have tried to hide. By addressing those, we can often eliminate the angry outburst. Anger happens, but it needs to be addressed so it doesn't repeat itself.

We made the decision to move forward, but something pulls us back. We are wavering, reconsidering, contemplating about going back. Because the past is known and the future is scary. But having to go through the decision again is much scarier. Trust it. Move forward. Once you decided to let go, don't go back.

Today I bring you a very special Quest Story. Miguel (@centaurathletics00) shares his quest for himself - as he entered prison and as he came out, trying to build a life and find himself. He talks about the importance that books played in shaping his character and how his love for other people helped him navigate through life. Today Miguel is a successful trainer with a unique approach to exercise and health.