Personal Growth Cafe

November 8, 2017

I know when to leave work at work.

I have clear boundaries for my work because I want to enjoy the other aspects of my life.

No matter how hard I labor, work will always be there. I keep work separate from my personal life.

While at work, I use my time wisely so I can get things done at work, then I can relax once I’m home. After all, my body and mind needs both work and play.

It’s better for me to finish a project at work then to bring it home because my home is my sanctuary.

In my list of priorities, relationships always come first. I am not in a relationship with my job.

My family always comes before my work. When I spend time with my family, all thoughts of work are squeezed out of my mind.

When I caress my baby’s soft skin or my partner’s hair, I am reminded of how fragile life is.

Knowing that I don’t have forever with my family helps me place my life into perspective.

My desire to get just one more thing done is not stronger than my desire to be with my family.

I need time for myself so I don’t lose my identity. Taking time for myself helps me recharge so I can continue to be happy, healthy and productive.

During my time-off, I am creative and I pursue my other passions because it rejuvenates me.

Life is all about balance. My soul needs a balanced diet just like my body. Allowing myself an occasional sweet treat helps me to stay on track.

How can you better manage your time?

Have you been neglecting any of your passions?

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November 8, 2017

You can set yourself to be sick or you can choose to stay well. – Wayne Dyer

November 8, 2017

How to Think Outside the Box

Have you ever heard the saying, “Think outside the box?” Of course you have! It’s a saying that has been thrown around at work and in countless self-help books.

Thinking outside the box usually creates unique solutions to the most unusual of problems, but it’s not as easy as it sounds.

We are all creative, but it can be difficult to tap into the creativity within us if our minds are constrained by pressures, time, or judgment.

For this reason, some of us may have difficulty thinking outside the box since it involves going outside of our snug comfort zone.

Leaving the Familiar Path

Thinking outside the box means you’re leaving the realm of familiarity by going well beyond what you have established as your boundaries.

When you do this, you’ll unlock new ways of thinking and unique solutions to nagging problems.

Others may look at your ideas with skepticism or disbelief, but that’s because it’s outside of their comfort zones, too!

And that’s okay because you are the trailblazer.

So how do you leave that familiar path and think outside the box? You do it by expanding your comfort zone.

Right now, you’re stuck in this maze of confined thinking. This is because we are all trained from a young age to think and act a certain way.

In reality, there isn’t just one way to think. There really are countless ways of getting things done!

This is exactly why we need to keep an open mind and remove all barriers.

You can learn how to develop the desire to be, think and act differently than everyone else, but it requires you to do things you may be uncomfortable doing.

For example, speaking up in a crowd, going against common wisdom, or asking questions that no one else asks.

It may feel uncomfortable at first, but it’s the only way to expand your comfort zone and see things in a new way.

Do you think that Albert Einstein or Alexander Graham Bell stuck to conventional wisdom? Of course not!

They took their thinking to entirely new levels in order to discover theories and inventions that have changed the course of the world today.

The key lesson here is that if something doesn’t work, you may have to think about it from another angle.

Turn the page upside down if you have to! Always remember that you can test and tweak things until it’s just right.

Don’t beat yourself up if you fail because failure is necessary for significant growth and improvement.

Characteristics of Thought

There are certain characteristics associated with thinking outside the box. These characteristics include:

Listening to and evaluating new perspectives
Thinking about and discussing topics with substance
Envisioning the value of wacky ideas
Always striving to create new, improved ways to get things done
Respecting the opinions and ideas of others

It may be a challenge to see the world in a whole new way, but it’s not impossible.

You may be required to recognize a good idea and be able to act upon it immediately.

You also have to know that new ideas need to be nurtured and supported in order for them to flourish.

By keeping these things in mind, you are well on your way to accepting the challenge to think and grow outside the box.

How can controlling your thoughts help you be better?

How can thinking out of the box make your life happier?

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November 8, 2017

I am not discouraged because every wrong attempt discarded is another step forward. – Thomas Edison

November 7, 2017

How to Resolve Conflict with Open Communication

Whether you’re looking to manage a team or create better relationships between your friends and family, communication is something you have to give a lot of attention to.

When you sit down with someone and make sure you’re on the same page, you’ll be able to work well together and get more done.

What Is Open Communication?

Open communication is exactly what it sounds like: tackling an issue head on and openly discussing ways to resolve it.

Nothing is accomplished by letting an issue fester because neither party wants to discuss it.

You’d be surprised how many conflicts can be resolved simply by sitting down with someone and engaging in some open and friendly communication.

The discussion shouldn’t be accusatory, threatening, or argumentative, rather, it should be an opportunity for all people involved to calmly voice their opinions and be heard.

Tips For Resolving Conflicts

A face-to-face confrontation may not always be best. For instance, some people are most comfortable talking on the phone or chatting online.Whichever method makes you feel most comfortable is how you should approach the conflict, so long as you are able to openly voice your concerns.

Do not make the person involved feel cornered or nervous. This is an extremely important thing to remember if you are in a position of authority over them.You want to make sure that you’re looking to fix the problem and not to attack them.

Remember to focus on the problem and not the person. Take a moment and really consider what you need to do to make sure that you’re not accusing the person or putting them down.That’ll only close them off to everything you’re saying, so make sure to focus on the behavior or the problem without raising your voice.

Consider adopting an open door policy, both at home and at work. You’ll be able to effectively communicate with others if you show them that you’re willing to engage with them at any time.This is an important conflict resolution strategy because it will give you a lot more face-to-face time with them in general.
The more you foster an open door policy, the fewer conflicts you will have.

When mediating a conflict, remember that you need to be firm and fair. Listen to all sides and give each person a chance to speak uninterrupted.

Personal Relationships Can Benefit from Conflict Resolution Too!

These tips can also help resolve family conflicts. No family member should be made to feel like his or her feelings don’t matter.

You’ll have a much closer-knit relationship with your children and spouse if you have a mutual understanding that you can discuss any topic at any time, without having to wait for “the right time” or for a commercial break on television.

If you want your family to hear and respect your opinions, then treat them with the same level of respect.

This is an important life lesson for people of all ages to learn.

Being Patient With Change

Change doesn’t happen overnight. It’s entirely possible that some people involved in the discussion will leave with hurt feelings.

So long as everyone involved was treated respectfully and the issue is out in the open, you can now begin working toward a satisfactory resolution as a team.

The more frequently you use these conflict resolution approaches, the easier it will become.

Rather than stepping around a sore subject, it will become second nature to have an open discussion and find a resolution.

It’s worth the effort to take some time and really consider what you can bring to the table when it comes to open communication and conflict resolution.

Which among the tips above would be most useful for you?

How can this help you in your daily life?

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November 7, 2017

Experience is the hardest kind of teacher, it gives you the test first and the lesson afterward. – Anonymous

November 7, 2017

I enjoy my time with family.

My family is a precious gift. I feel so blessed that my Creator filled my life with such incredible people.

The time I have with my family is invaluable.

I cherish my family relationships — my parents who gave me a loving home, my siblings who make me feel special, my children who allow me to see the best in myself, and my spouse who loves and supports me.

Carving out family time is important because spending time with my family fills me with happiness.

I look forward to sharing time with the people who mean the most to me. After all, the purpose of my work is to find fulfillment in life, while providing for my family.

I also take time to nurture all of my family relationships. Keeping these connections nurtures my soul.

When I call a family member who lives far away, take the time to have an important conversation with my child, eat a meal with my relatives, or arrange an activity that allows us all to bond — I strengthen my family connections.

Because I have strong family bonds, I am never alone.

When I am with my family, I am surrounded by love. My family wants the best for me and is always there to listen to me.

My family brings laughter and love into my life. They provide me with a strong network that keeps me safe and grounded.

Spending time with my family is truly a blessing.

How do you nurture each family relationship with the same energy?

How do your family relationships nurture your soul?

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November 7, 2017

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. – Helen Keller

November 7, 2017

How to Live an Abundant Life

A life filled with physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial abundance is truly a gift.

Everyone should have security, peace of mind, love, and overall joyfulness.

But how can something that should be second nature be so difficult to attain?

Perhaps our hectic lives confuse or distract us from achieving a life of abundance.

But the power of our thoughts can transform our lives for the better – if we know how to use it.

Wealth is Good!

We all have to build wealth in our lives, but before we can build wealth, we have to understand that everyone’s definition of wealth is different.

It doesn’t have to mean making millions of dollars and flying a private jet to one of your 10 estate homes.

Wealth can simply mean having a steady, full-time job where you earn enough money to give your family a safe place to sleep with quality food on the table and nice clothes to wear.

It may also mean you are fulfilled spiritually and emotionally.

Don’t fool yourself by saying you don’t care about material things and, therefore, you don’t need to care too much about building wealth.

Remember that wealth does not necessarily mean material wealth. Just because you desire wealth, it doesn’t mean you have to be attached to money like a Scrooge.

You can be emotionally wealthy because of the positive relationships you foster. You can be spiritually wealthy because of your faith.

You can be physically wealthy because of your vibrant health.

And you can be financially wealthy because of the money you have earned. Wealth simply isn’t a monetary figure!

Wealth is Not Just About Money

As mentioned, the term wealth doesn’t just describe how much money you have.

You can also use the word to describe the people in your life and your satisfaction with your life in general.

If you have a close relationship to your family, you are wealthy.

If you love waking up in the morning and get satisfaction out of your job everyday, you are wealthy.

If you have friends who love you as their own family, you are wealthy.
If you have a fervent faith, you are wealthy.

Living an abundant life simply means being happy in all aspects of your life and having the resources to care for your family.

Obviously you won’t be happy every minute of every day, but if you are usually well taken care of, then you already have an abundant life.

How to Build Wealth

You need carry a positive mindset in life if you wish to build the wealth you want and deserve.

You must believe that what you want can be attained, that you have the power to attain it, and that it will be delivered to you in your lifetime.

Without this mindset, you’re more likely to give up when times get tough.

Loving yourself is also of great importance. You have to love yourself first if you want to receive love from others.

If you don’t have love from others, you won’t lead the life you desire.

We can’t change the world unless we start by changing ourselves. But if we change ourselves, we can change the whole world.

And if we change ourselves for the better, there’s no reason why we can’t or shouldn’t live an abundant life.

What kind of wealth do you have right now?

What do you consider as your wealth?

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November 7, 2017

Posts

I know when to leave work at work.

You can set yourself to be sick or you can choose to stay well. – Wayne Dyer

How to Think Outside the Box

I am not discouraged because every wrong attempt discarded is another step forward. – Thomas Edison

How to Resolve Conflict with Open Communication

Experience is the hardest kind of teacher, it gives you the test first and the lesson afterward. – Anonymous

I enjoy my time with family.

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. – Helen Keller

How to Live an Abundant Life

Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin. – Mother Teresa