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Top 10 Procrastination Busters on May 29th. You'll hear TEN creative ways to conquer procrastination and get into action!

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Hi There!

It's been a busy and fun month for me.
I unexpectedly won tickets to a private party hosted by radio personalities Eric & Kathy from 101.9 The Mix on a Tuesday, and was partying on Thursday (photo left to right - Eric, Judy, Victoria & Kathy). My friend Judy joined me for my very first visit to Arlington Park Race Track for the party. We had to wear hats...it's a long story! LOL! Anyway, we had a great time. I was a big spender and wagered a whole $7 total on 4 races. Won a couple and lost a couple, but it was fun to be so spontaneous - - which isn't always easy for a working Mom to be!

You won't want to miss this month's complimentary teleseminar on May 29th. My friend and colleague, Tammy Cook of Renaissance Minds, will be sharing the Top 10 Procrastination Busters. Tammy is an offbeat motivational speaker and will inspire you to action with her creative ideas. PLUS, she has a GREAT last name! ;-)

PLEASE NOTE: Beginning this month, these teleseminars will ONLY be offered live at 12:00 pm CST. Can't make the live call? It will be recorded. Everyone who registers will receive an e-mail with a link to hear the audio recording as soon as it becomes available.

This weekend we celebrate Memorial Day. It conjurs up smells of fresh cut grass and food cookin' on the grill! It's also a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service. For them I am truly grateful.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday weekend!

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts" - - Winston Churchill (1871 - 1965)

"Failure is simply the opportunity to start over again more intelligently." - - Henry Ford (1863 - 1947)

"There are two ways of exerting ones strength; one is pushing down, the other is pulling up." - - Booker T. Washington (1856 - 1915)

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5 Tips to Reduce Stress & Guilt

By Victoria Cook

Stess and guilt seem to go hand-in-hand. As a working parent, there seems to be plenty of both to go around! Below are a couple of quick tips that can greatly reduce feelings of stress and guilt creating greater life harmony.

1. Consciously choose what you want to do

When you say “Yes” to one thing, you are automatically saying “No” to something else. Think about that the next time a request comes your way and be conscious about what it is you’ll need to say “No” to in order to say yes.

2. Let go of the need to conform to the expectations of others

A dear friend of mine recently said that turning 40 was liberating in that she no longer felt the need to please anyone! Why wait until you’re 40 (or 50 or 60 etc.) to begin making decisions that are in the best interest of you and your family?

3. Create a balanced view for your life

Take into account your season of life. Are you currently a corporate climber or business owner growing your business? Do you have young children? Older children (seasoned parents say kids need you MORE in the teen years than you think they will)? Are you an empty nester? Take these things into consideration as you create your vision for a balanced life. Ensure your own expectations match up with the reality of your life situation.

4. Say Yes to the RIGHT things

It’s not about saying no to everything but evaluating your response to make the best decision for you AND the requester. If saying yes to a request is going to add a level of excitement, energy or fulfillment to your life (even if it means taking away some of that precious time), it’s likely something you’ll want to accept. In contrast, saying yes to a request that will create feelings of resentment, being used, and drains on your energy aren’t in your best interest or that of the requester.

5. Care for your body, mind and spirit

I know, it SOUNDS selfish, but in reality if you aren’t at your best, how can you GIVE your best? Do something for your body, mind, and spirit on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis and watch your energy increase! This leads to a happier person/parent/spouse/employee and benefits everyone!

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