Coaching Clients Past Setbacks by Finding Values by Donna Astern

A client seems to be his own worst enemy. He started well, but ran out of enthusiasm/confidence along the way. The “why” seems weak in the face of the discouraging results or boredom or painful experiences.
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Happiness and Wellness by Donna Astern

Wellness incorporates much more than food and exercise. Just as some people are overly focused on a career to the detriment of family, so are others singularly centered on an eating plan or workout regime to the point of exclusion of other aspects of life.
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Overwhelmed and Stressed??? by Kristin Schuchmann

I am reminded of the Christmas song lyrics, "It's the most wonderful time of the year." But, so many people do not really experience the desired wonder and peace of the holiday season because they are overwhelmed! Christmas parties, traveling, desserts, cold weather, family traditions, shopping, visits from friends and family, and the stressful list goes on and on
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Is Something Missing? by Donna Astern

The balance comes in the ebb and flow, the give and take, according to our values and life circumstances. If we are unclear on our values, we will be frustrated, even if we are getting a lot of things done.
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Crabs in the Bucket? by Donna Astern

Many people living near the ocean enjoy crabbing as well as fishing. Once the first crab is caught, it is placed in a bucket and is likely to crawl out. However, when a second crab is placed in the bucket, the crab-catcher knows that neither will escape.
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