Intention: Your Guiding Light

Do you ever worry that you are running around aimless in a fog? Like you are running blindfolded with your hands outstretched, hoping that you don't bump into anything that will break or at a minimum leave a bruise? Life can certainly get frantic at times. Amidst our numerous ToDo's and commitments, we can lose sight of ourselves. Feeling scattered, we go on auto pilot and before we know it weeks, months or years have gone by along with our sense of purpose and passion.
Most of us are comfortable with setting goals and priorities to complete a to-do list. And while I support this method of planning, I present you with a similar challenge that will bring focus to your week. How would your life be better if every day you joined with your values and increased your attention to your thoughts and feelings? Your challenge this month is to commit to living with intention.
There are many intentions that you can select each day. The kind of intention I am encouraging you to consider is defined by your inward value system. Taking time to ponder your values will give them presence in your day. They will support you through decision making, feeling your feelings and connecting with others.
Right now, step out of the fog and set a value driven intention. Not only will you feel an elevated sense of self, you will also become more present. Knowing who we are in every occasion of our lives is critical to feel empowered.
Reality Check
You aspire intentionally when you:
* Become clear about your values and pledge to practice them each day.
* Allow your values versus other's opinions to guide your opinions.
* Take a moment each day to identify HOW you can bring your values to you life.
* Check in with your intention before reacting to your feelings or anyone's requests.
* Reflect on your day's intention and identify how it helped you.
Fearless Integration
1. Take a moment and reflect upon your values. Examples of values include authenticity, compassion, risk, listening, commitment or allowing.
2. Set forth an intention to practice one of your values. For example, "Today, I will practice rejuvenation."
3. Determine ways you can meet your intention. For example, give myself a break, hug myself, say no to other's requests, take care of myself, do one task at a time."
4. Remind yourself of your intention throughout your day and before responding to a feeling or making a commitment.
©2007 Susan Liddy, AspireLifeCoaching.org, All rights reserved.

Susan Liddy, MA, PC, CPCC is a Life Coach and principle of AspireLifeCoaching.org™. Susan supports personal growth in women whose fear keeps them from you they are and what they desire. Susan’s programs help women reconnect with themselves so their inner vision can emerge. For more information: www.AspireLifeCoaching.org

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