Empower With Laura

  Good morning followers!  We're going to talk about that annoying S##### word today!  And some tips on how to manage it. We all have stress!  I grew up in a stress-filled home and witnessed maniac ways of  "reacting" to it. Thank goodness, I am exposing myself to healthier ways to dealing with stress, and not allowing "stress" to cause the same "mayhem" it did when I was a kid. My children deserve better, and so does everyone I interreact with.  Here's a free copy of a Stress Inventory for your reference: https://smcounseling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Stress-Coping-Skills-Inventory-adapted.pdf I'm beyond blessed to expose myself to "learning" (one thing I crave) . Currently, I'm taking a Emotional Intelligence Life Coach Certification Course through " Transformation Academy ". This is exposing me once again to life lessons. This time, it's on the importance of reducing stress, and techniques to reduce it! So w...

Good morning followers,    This type of practice has revolutionized my life and changed my perspective! I'm continuing the "Emotional Intelligence Life Coach Certification" through "Transformation Academy" with Joeel and Natalie Rivera. Today's topic is presented by Joeel Rivera. So, what are affirmations? "Affirmations, also referred to as  positive affirmations , are phrases that, when repeated regularly, can change negative thoughts and behavior patterns, per the  Cleveland Clinic . They can be said aloud or to yourself. These statements are usually intended to help shift thinking from negative to positive, motivate an action,  reduce stress , persevere through difficult times, and increase self-confidence and well-being." https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/what-are-affirmations/   https://pin.it/4uoj5i0fD The idea presented by Joeel Rivera in this part of the course is replacing a "negative belief" with a more empowering ...

  Good morning followers!   I'm going to share Mel Robin's 5 Second Rule YouTube with you to familiarize you with today's topic. https://youtu.be/2n41e9su3fM?si=C7pOTF184TFxCLIP Now that you're familiar with "The Five Second Rule" Concept, I'm going to apply it to overcoming negative emotions. Joeel Rivera in the  " Emotional Intelligence Life Coaching" course I'm continuing to take points out here's how to apply "The Five Second Rule" to "Change" your state. 5 Second Motivation: The next time you have that nervous feeling and lack "motivation" to push forward and do what you need to do, use the 5 Second Rule to take an IMMEDIATE ACTION STEP. When the thought pops in your head, " I should return this person's call that I've been putting off" count 5... 4.. think of where your phone is ..3.. 2.. reach for your phone... 1... then dial the number! 5 Second Calming: The minute you feel your emo...