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Impromptu Speaking

Impromptu Speaking For many of us it’s the worst case scenario – suddenly having to deliver an impromptu presentation.  Maybe your boss just asked you to say a few words about the project you are working on.  Maybe you are at a networking meeting and have been asked to introduce yourself.  Suddenly your throat is…

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Choosing A New Path – Pathways

Toastmasters International has introduced a new educational program entitled “Pathways”.  It is designed to fit in more with the way people learn and work by choosing a new path instead of following the old manuals. Those who have been using the old or Legacy program for years are having some difficulty with the new program,…

Self Love part 3

Exercise regularly This one goes hand in hand with the above follow a healthy diet recommendation. Exercise doesn’t have to be a long gym workout or 60-minute exercise class. In fact, even just 20-30 minutes of exercise a day can be beneficial. It’ll help your mood which in turn will help you feel better about…

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Measure Your Comfort Zone

Measuring Your Comfort Zone Peter Drucker famously said “What gets measured, gets managed”. What if you could measure your comfort zone? Would this encourage more people to face their challenges and live more exciting lives? Just imagine if you could actually measure your comfort zone.  How big would yours be?  Would it be the size…

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Fill Yourself With Confidence

Picture Yourself Filling With Light And Confidence  Take three deep breaths. Think of something that brings you great joy. Picture your whole body filling up with a bright glow, like a light bulb, as you think of your great joy. Repeat an empowering phrase to yourself: “I’m safe,” “I’m cool wherever I go” or “I can…

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Expand Your Comfort Zone

Here are some ways to break out (and by proxy, expand) your comfort zone without going too far:  (from https://lifehacker.com/the-science-of-breaking-out-of-your-comfort-zone-and-w-656426705) Do everyday things differently. Take a different route to work. Try a new restaurant without checking Yelp first. Go vegetarian for a week, or a month. Try a new operating system. Recalibrate your reality. Whether…