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Do you remember fiddling with the radio dial, trying to tune it to just the right frequency to hear your favorite songs without static? Fully experiencing gratitude is a similar experience, requiring you to home in and focus on what you want to receive, especially during challenging times.

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The events of the past 18 months significantly impacted our lives. As we adjust to this ever-changing new normal, join me in reflecting, regrouping, and taking stock — to cope, find new solutions, and foster resilience as we make positive strides toward our new future.

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Energy is the fuel of life. We rely on it for everything we do: breathing, eating, sleeping, walking, and working. After this very challenging last year-and-a-half, most of us wish we had a lot more. Join me in a discussion of the power of energy, and how to preserve and recharge.

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Over this last very challenging year, many people have felt burned out — exhausted, irritable, discouraged, and overwhelmed. In this month's newsletter we're focusing on how to Beat Burnout, to reignite your flame and shine brightly once again.

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In these tense and challenging times, the start of a new year may not come with its usual optimism. Assuming good intent — the practice of viewing others as honest, fair, and trustworthy — can help. It helps us let go of hurt feelings, be more forgiving, and see people in the best possible light. Join me in a discussion of the joy and power that come with assuming positive intent.

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As the holiday season approaches, and the challenging year that was 2020 draws to a close, I believe we can all benefit from a renewal in outlook, mind, and spirit. Consider these simple ways to renew yourself this Thanksgiving, throughout holiday season, and into the new year ...

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In these uncertain times, finding balance can feel more elusive than ever. Our emotions and our energy are pulled every-which-way … against our will and seemingly out of our control. Join me in a discussion of how to find balance in an unbalanced time!

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Back in February when I began writing this two-part newsletter series about focus, I couldn’t have imagined how much a balanced inward and outward view of our families, homes, schools, work, and local and global communities would help us through this crisis. In part one I shared the value of focusing inward; today, let’s explore focusing outward for a healthy spirit and personal and professional success.

Read more at: https://leapforwardcoach.com/focus-outward/

In the swirling chaos of world events, it’s been difficult to know which way to turn. We’re starting a two-part series aimed at helping you balance your focus for personal and professional health. This month we’re talking about focusing inward; next time, we’ll discuss focusing outward.

Read more at: https://leapforwardcoach.com/focus-inward/

I’ve been humbled and inspired by the amazing good deeds people have been providing to others during this very challenging time of COVID-19.

I’d like to help and do my small part, so during the month of April I’m offering complimentary 30-minute “Check In & Check Up” coaching sessions: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1-4pm EDT.

Here’s a calendar link to schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/melanieott_coach. I look forward to connecting with you soon!

In my email newsletter this month: "Do you feel pressure to constantly improve? Big goals and lofty aspirations can be motivating and exciting — but they can also be stressful. Maybe you take on too much, compare yourself to others, or are your own harshest critic. Instead, resolve to lighten up (on yourself) — and experience greater peace, joy, and resilience!"

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It is truly my joy and privilege to share encouragement, advice, and inspiration with you through your inbox! [If you're not already signed up to get my emails, please visit my website and click the orange "newsletter signup" button!] This month I invite you to revisit some of my favorite newsletters of the decade. I hope they continue to encourage you to grow and thrive in 2020 and beyond!

Leap Forward Coaching’s TOP 5 Newsletters of the Decade! | Leap Forward Coaching| Life, Executive and Career Coaching I am filled with gratitude as I reflect on the past decade of sharing life, career, and coaching tips with readers through my Leap Forward Coaching newsletter. It is truly my joy and privilege to share encouragement, advice, and inspiration with you through your inbox!