Happy New Year!

I have noticed that decreasing numbers of people bother with New Year's resolutions. Those that do, tend to have resolutions based around changing a habit, and there is a big gap between wanting to change a habit and actually doing it. I have two suggestions. Firstly, use NLP to change habits (see later section on current offerings). Secondly create three magic words for your year ahead. Your magic words should be areas of focus, which together form your holistic vision. If you are finding it hard to get focussed after the holidays, this can really help.

• Choose three magic words which will help you focus and create a vision for your 2012. Imagine how you would like to be and make sure they are things which you have not already achieved. My personal words are growth, presence (being in the moment and not worring about the future or thinking about the past) and fun. For my business, my words are courage, persistence and synergy.
• Create a vision board or an audio depending on whether you prefer to see or hear your motivational words. Include your three words and anything else which inspires you. Find or draw pictures which reflect the words you have chosen or create metaphors for your words. Look/listen to it every day. You could even make a screen saver with your three words on.
• Imagine you are embodying your three words. With a clear 3-4 metres in front of you, close your eyes and imagine how you feel and what you see and hear in your current situation. Take 2 steps forward and, saying your three magic words, imagine that you are moving towards them. Finally, take a further 2 steps and imagine yourself achieving your three words. Allow yourself to be immersed. Repeat this exercise when you need a boost.
• Share your words on my blog http://balancedmum.blogspot.com/. There is nothing like sharing your vision to provide some accountability!
• Let me know how you are doing. I love to hear when you make progress, and of course, I am always happy to help if you are stuck.

If you find any of the above steps hard, give me a ring on 07764 235394 and we can arrange a time for me to help you. I can even help you embody your three words over the phone!

"“Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground.”— Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Current offerings

Beating habits: Experience shows that beating habits can be hard to do on your own, can't they? Some people say to me "I'll manage" but I know that if people have the courage to ask for help, I can really help you overcome habits, sometimes in as little as one session. Ring me on 07764 235394 and take the first step.

Business Buddies for Business Mums: I am starting a new group of business Mums (3-5 people) in Edinburgh for monthly group business/personal coaching and mentoring to keep you on track and make 2012 your best year ever. If you would like to be boosted by a coach and supported by a group, email me at anna@balancedmum.com by 14th Feb for an early bird offer of £180 for 6 months (you may also be eligible for 50% off, making it only £15 per month).

Time management courses: You're interested in being more productive and having more time for yourself and those you love aren't you? One of the things people really love about my Time to Achieve courses is that they really get a chance to focus on what they want to achieve. I will be running courses over the phone, and face to face in Edinburgh. Please email anna@balancedmum.com to find out more details http://www.achievebalance.co.uk/services/time-to-achieve. The earlier you contact me, the more likely I can time the course to suit you!


Terrific Testimonial - No more needle phobia

"Having being petrified of needles for my adult life, the thought of them literally made me faint a week in advance knowing I had a doctors appointment.  This would progress to sweating palms, cold sweats and shakes sitting in the waiting room in advance of my name being called.  I met Anna and within 40 minutes, she completely cured my needle phobia. Now, to say I was sceptical of this is an understatement, however, it really did work and now I don't mind visiting my doctor.  I actually think he doesn't have to go through my fainting ordeal everytime which is a great relief to him.  Anna made me feel comfortable, relaxed and I was completely in control reducing my fear to a dim memory. What is most amazing is that Anna didn't even need to take me near to a needle. It almost seems like magic. It was worth a try and I am so glad I did - it was so simple! What a difference it has made to my life. Thank you."


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