Operation Brain Dump

Wow - it's already mid June. What a busy month.

Okay - so you're still busy. In that case, I'll get right to it…

In this issue you'll find a major tool to help clear your head, a recommended book to check out, and a simple question to help you stay focused on what's important in your life.

So - even though you're busy - I hope you'll take a couple minutes for a quick read…

IN THIS ISSUE
Part 1 - Operation Brain Dump
Part 2 - Resource Showcase
Part 3 - Personal Reflections
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PART 1: Operation Brain Dump

This past week I wrote a piece for an online magazine and called it “You’ve been asked to give a workshop – now what?” Based on my own experience and the experiences of clients that I’ve shared this technique with, the process I outlined in that article applies to many things in our lives – both business and pleasure.

So – whether you’re restructuring your company, planning a wedding or making a move, preparing a workshop, or developing your website, this process that I call “Operation Brain Dump” will help you. It’s an excellent tool for clearing your mind and gaining focus.

To give you the step-by-step process for “Operation Brain Dump” I’ve customized the content of the original article to add it to my 7 Essentials Series. And, for ease and clarity, I’ve written it from the perspective of preparing to deliver a workshop. Remember - this process can be used to help you get clarity in just about anything.

To access your copy of the 7 Essentials for Sharpening Focus, click here

PART 2: Resource Showcase

Of the variety of books I’m reading right now, there’s one I highly recommend. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or anyone else who has young girls in your life, this groundbreaking book is “written with authority and passion, and filled with eye-opening, real-life stories.”

Here’s an excerpt from one site that talks about the book, "Stressed-out Girls" and a link where you can learn more.

“In “Stressed-out Girls," bestselling author and clinical psychologist Roni Cohen-Sandler provides an inside look at how the achievement frenzy is hurting this generation of girls. Trying desperately to shine academically, juggle hectic extracurricular activities, become popular, look great, and get into elite colleges, teenage girls feel compelled to hide their distress from the teachers and families they want to please – and often become disconnected from their true selves in the process. The pressure to “do it all” becomes debilitating – diminishing girls’ self-esteem and motivation, their health, and ultimately, undermining their ability to actually be successful.”

PART 3: Personal Reflections

Last night I rehearsed with a group of musicians and singers - some of us had played together before and some of us had not. We had all been recruited to provide music at an upcoming conference and were now practicing together for the first time. I looked around and felt very privileged to be part of this select group.

The evening was significant because, earlier in the day, I had been reviewing the commitments on my plate. You see - I love variety which means that my life tends to include a range of activities – music, gardening, community and church boards, family and friends, and of course – business.

But being busy and being balanced in that busy-ness are two different things. Through the years, I’ve learned to keep myself in check so that I don’t get into overload. And music is one area of my life that helps me maintain that balance. I'm grateful for the ability to still do something I absolutely love.

What are you doing in your life that gives you a lot of pleasure and helps you maintain balance?