Personal Growth Cafe

July 13, 2019March 25, 2018

I dare to focus only on the job at hand.

I allow myself the luxury of total concentration.

When I tune out distractions and live fully in the moment, I find that my tasks are completed quicker and with a higher quality of work, bringing me more success and leaving me with more time for other things.

To this end, I do everything possible to prevent distractions.

If office noise is bothering me, I put on headphones to muffle it or turn on music to drown it out.

I let my co-workers know what time I need to focus and when they can come to me for questions.

I avoid distractions by forwarding calls to voicemail and I check my email during certain hours, only.

I plan my work and work my plan.

Each day I take the time to plan the steps of each project and then I stick to my schedule.

I put easy tasks first so I can develop my focus quickly and build momentum as I work through the project.

Lastly, I organize my surroundings so there is no interruption in my workflow if I have to find necessary items or papers.

I accept that there are times when distractions are necessary.

When this happens, I take care of the situation promptly and get right back to my task.

As before, I tackle an easy item first to refocus and rebuild momentum.

Today, I challenge myself to focus with total concentration on one job at a time, leaving the multi-tasking to those who haven’t discovered that there is a better way.

How do you actively tune out distractions so you can focus on the job at hand?

How can you organize your office space to reduce distractions?

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July 13, 2019March 25, 2018

There are no shortcuts to any place worth going. – Beverly Sills

July 12, 2019March 25, 2018

Happiness is when what you think, what you say and what you do are in harmony. – Mahatma Gandhi

July 12, 2019March 25, 2018

I don’t have to be perfect – just real.

I let go of perfection, knowing that it is an impossible goal.

Instead, I embrace the goodness of who I am – faults and all.

After all, only my Creator is perfect!

I set my self-improvement goals to specific, measurable levels that I know I can accomplish.

I take realistic steps that lead to attainable goals.

This way, I know I am getting better and better all the time.

With each step I take, I am learning and growing, but I don’t have to be perfect.

I am happy with myself.

I know that most of the time I do my best and I forgive myself for sometimes doing less.

After all, no one is perfect, and that’s okay.

When I make a mistake, I admit it, do what I can to correct it, and learn from it.

I realize that making mistakes is a natural part of being human.

Rather than beating myself up about it, I move forward with no regrets.

I live in the moment. The past is done and the future is yet to come.

What we have now is the present.

This moment is what is real and I am a part of it.

I am grateful for every precious moment and relish its possibilities.

Today, I plan to live life to its fullest, to enjoy each and every moment for what it can bring me, and I throw off the trappings of trying to exhibit perfection.

I am what I am and that’s fine with me!

In what ways do you strive for perfection?

How happy are you with yourself?

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July 11, 2019March 25, 2018

I don’t have to do everything and be everything.

My life is so much more relaxed and pleasurable when I let go of the need to do everything myself.

In addition, I actually enjoy more success when I let others handle some of the tasks and responsibility!

At work, delegating projects and tasks is a skill I use effectively. I match up the task with the person who can do it the best.

I am comfortable in asking for help whenever I need it.

This allows me to focus on my parts of the project so I can do them well.

When I delegate, I refrain from trying to control everything.

I am confident that the team around me can do an exceptional job, even if their methods are different from mine.

Fostering a team spirit lets everyone be part of the success.

The better I perfect my delegating skills, the less everyone feels the need to turn to me for everything.

At home, delegating chores teaches my children responsibility and enables them to feel like an integral part of the family.

It also lets them enjoy the feelings of pride and confidence for a job well done.

Delegating the responsibilities of the household also provides me more time to enjoy my family and gives me a chance to take better care of myself.

I can take time to relax, exercise, pray, and meditate, which all contribute to helping me be the best I can be.

Doing so refreshes me, releases stress, and recharges my energy.

I can then tackle the things I want to do with renewed vigor and passion.

Today, I plan to delegate effectively, knowing that in refraining from trying to do everything and be everything, I am setting myself up for greater success throughout the day.

How often do you ask others for help?

How can you delegate some of your current responsibilities?

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July 11, 2019March 25, 2018

You can’t be that kid standing at the top of the water slide, overthinking it. You have to go down the chute. – Tina Fey

July 10, 2019March 25, 2018

Within your heart, keep one secret spot where dreams may go. – Louise Driscol

July 10, 2019March 25, 2018

I embrace my love and I keep it constant.

Because my love adds joy and meaning to my life, I embrace it and keep it constant.

I do not allow silly arguments to question our foundation.

I openly communicate with my partner about my thoughts, feelings, and frustrations.

I let go of the need to hurt my spouse or to prove myself right and, instead, focus on simply expressing how the situation made me feel.

I always aim for understanding, not revenge.

I recognize that there are always at least two points of view in any conflict, and I take the time to listen to the other side.

I have let go of the need to have the last word and I am satisfied if we both feel that we have been heard, even if we haven’t yet reached an amicable solution.

I make it a point to affirm my partner’s value.

I also show that I am trustworthy by who I choose to confide in when we are at odds.

I choose to avoid gossip and, instead, focus on achieving peace through positive solutions.

I let the little things go.

Life is far more important than the way we squeeze the toothpaste tube or where we throw our socks.

I invest in our relationship by allowing my partner to be quirky and human, just like me!

What is your goal when you are discussing issues with your partner?

How do you allow your partner to feel heard when you are in conflict?

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July 9, 2019March 25, 2018

I enjoy the challenge of new activities in the workplace.

Having different projects and responsibilities at work brings me variety and keeps me from boredom.

At the same time, meeting these new challenges also makes me more valuable to my employer.

A new challenge keeps me alert and provides me with the opportunity to learn new skills.

I strengthen my self-respect and confidence and find that I enjoy my work more and more as I get better and better at what I do.

New experiences add layers to my skills that make me stronger.

Just as a tree adds layers to its bark that make the tree more resilient, so, too, do I add to my strength with new challenges and experiences at work.

I welcome every new idea and activity that my work affords me.

I banish any thoughts of fear or doubt and tackle every project with anticipation.

If I need some help with a new activity, I figure out who the best person to help me would be and I feel no hesitation in asking them for assistance.

That way, I know I can learn from the best.

I am thankful that my work provides such wonderful opportunities to help me learn, grow, and be more successful in my career.

Today, I plan to tackle new activities at work with confidence and I look forward to the many benefits awaiting me.

How do you feel when your boss brings you something new to complete?

What can you do to ensure that you are constantly refining your skills at work?

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July 9, 2019March 25, 2018

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I dare to focus only on the job at hand.

There are no shortcuts to any place worth going. – Beverly Sills

Happiness is when what you think, what you say and what you do are in harmony. – Mahatma Gandhi

I don’t have to be perfect – just real.

I don’t have to do everything and be everything.

You can’t be that kid standing at the top of the water slide, overthinking it. You have to go down the chute. – Tina Fey

Within your heart, keep one secret spot where dreams may go. – Louise Driscol

I embrace my love and I keep it constant.

I enjoy the challenge of new activities in the workplace.

I am a winner before I start the race.