A weekly mindset challenge and philosophical take on career development, with self-coaching tools in positive psychology, career development and spirituality to discover "How to live a bit better today than yesterday?"
MIND newsletter: A Whole Departure for a Whole Life
Happy Saturday everyone! ;)
1. M (Challenge your mindset)
Last week, I was captivated by an individual's sharing about his membership in an assisted death association. Not because of the gravity of his decision and the controversial nature of the topic, but due to the profound meaning and daily reminder he had set for himself. He shared that the association's membership card in his wallet loudly reminds him every day that, for him to deserve the right to make a seemingly 'selfish' choice to depart with dignity whenever he wishes, it is driven by the fact that he has lived each moment wholeheartedly, free of regrets.
The concept that the courage to let go stems from the courage to commit first is fascinating. This made me think about how we define meaning and purpose in our lives, what motivates us each morning, and why we engage in the work we do. Just a few days ago I spoke with a person on the brink of retirement (or, perhaps, attempting retirement, considering he has returned twice to contribute more to a cause dear to his heart). In his words of wisdom, he made it clear that he is not here to merely mark time; rather, he is here to grow whole, not just to grow old.
2. I (I'm my own coach)
Imagine yourself at 90, reflecting on your life while sitting in a rocking chair. What do you see or wish to see? (The Rocking chair exercise)
Who are you as a person? What is it about you that people value?
What have you achieved? What are you proud of? What added meaning to your life and gives you a sense of fulfillment?
Perhaps consider how your life unfolded in the following areas; Family, Friends, Significant Other, Career, Health (emotional, spiritual and physical), your Home, what you did for Fun and Leisure, what you Learned about, what you did in Service, Leadership or in your Community.
What you can see around you? What are you feeling? What can you hear? What SHOWS you’re truly happy?
3. N (The power of Now)
Derived from Karma yoga, there is a note I particularly appreciate, viewing it as something to strive for rather than master:
4. D (Do)
If you could make one change that would enable you to embrace life more fully, what would it be?
The MIND Challenge
by Tam Nguyen
A weekly mindset challenge and philosophical take on career development, with self-coaching tools in positive psychology, career development and spirituality to discover "How to live a bit better today than yesterday?"
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