Making Connections

When asked to describe what I do in 30 seconds or less, I say, “I take people off the treadmill of life, help them accept what is, see what is possible, and create a life of success as defined by them.” As a Professional Motivator, that’s what I do whether it is through individual coaching, workshop facilitation, conference keynotes or in corporate consulting. Making connections with people is what I do every day. It is what fuels me and always has been. That’s why I named my company, Connections for Success Inc.

Every conversation I have is about making a meaningful connection with another person. It may be a simple exchange of “hello” with a neighbor or a three-hour long excavation with someone I love; just like in my professional affairs, the notion of success comes from touching the heart and soul of another person, regardless of method of delivery.

The irony of this week’s events is not lost on me. I may have missed my flight, but the connections that I made already this week (with faith that more are to come) have been so profound, that I may as well be grateful to Air Canada. Of course, I am always grateful to the Universe for putting the most wonderful opportunities in front of me. I have to acknowledge my own part here, too. I am so much more conscious than I have ever been, and now fully participate in making meaningful connections even when I am alone.

It is easy to imagine how to make time with your family and friends (at home and at play) more meaningful. You pay attention – be present – to what is happening, turn the cell phone off, engage in activities you enjoy, have fun. Although it may seem more difficult, it is really quite conceivable that you can also improve your connections at work by taking a vested interest in your organization’s success. When we think about “connection” it is normal to assume we are talking about connections OUTSIDE of ourselves, with other people. How do we make connections WITHIN? That’s what we do when we are at peace.

These four elements of ourselves – at home, at work, at play and at peace – and what we choose to create in those spaces don’t always reflect what we value. To live in possibility, it is important that all areas of our lives are in alignment with our higher purpose. In order to do this, we must first GO INSIDE and make the most important connection of all, to understand what it is we want to create – how we define success. This is an ongoing process; one that rejuvenates the soul. It can unleash latent talents and get you in touch with deep desires that may have been repressed for a long time. Making a connection with yourself is necessary to heal old wounds and dispel limiting beliefs that have stopped you in the past from creating the life of your dreams. Making the INSIDE connection is necessary to develop self-love; the kind of love needed to take risks and invest in your future happiness because you are worth it. Knowing that, and feeling that within, will fuel you to create success beyond your wildest dreams.

As a Professional Motivator, I help others define and execute their vision of success. It is part of MY vision of success. I am embracing my potential in this moment. Thank you for allowing me to share this Lesson Learned.

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