What would you do if you only had 1 year to live <<First Name>>?

It is with a heavy heart that I write this newsletter as a lovely lady who I coached on her business and through her cancer and who became a friend, has passed away leaving a young daughter. During her final year (although she was positive about recovery) she was an inspiration. She had always wanted to play the piano, so she started learning. She loved yoga and made time to enjoy her yoga with the sunrise whenever possible. She spent time with horses as this gave her peace and strength. And as a means of staying in touch with many friends she wrote a blog with positive, inspiring thoughts. In one of her last photos, she is laughing with her daughter, enjoying precious time with her.

Imagine that you only had 1 year to live. What would you do over the next 12 months? What if you only had 1 month?

• What would you stop doing? If you first instinct is your job, then the question is, could you do a different job that that would provide the same level of income? Alternatively maybe you don’t need as much income as you have – down-sizing has made many people happy as they focus on the important things and simplify their lives (whether they chose this route or circumstances forced it). Which chores are you doing that aren't essential (people who know me know I am on a mission to stop people ironing!)
• Who would you see or spend time talking to? Who are the important people in your life. How often do you see or speak to them? Do they know you love them?
• Do you have an unfulfilled dream? Somewhere you would like to go? A skill that you would like to learn? Maybe you could ask for vouchers for Christmas?
• When are you happiest? When do you feel most at peace, in the zone, free?

Obviously there are practical considerations given that, hopefully, you have a lot longer to live, but take action as a result of any insights you have had from these questions. If you find yourself making excuses, then give me a call – my clients will tell you - I will help you overcome them!

My friend no longer has the chance to fulfil any more dreams - but you do...

I would love to hear your thoughts on this - there's nothing like writing it down and sharing it with the world! http://balancedmum.blogspot.com/

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