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Mar. 25, 2008 - RELAX and ATTRACT

I AM VERY GRATEFUL!
Thanks to all of you that made my birthday very special last week. I felt loved and adored! WOW! How much fun is that? I feel so grateful to have you reading my newsletter, participating in my programs and giving me feedback. The mere words thank you seem so small compared to the huge feelings of appreciation I have, but please know this thank you is meant personally for each of you that sent a card, called, cooked, and brought presents (and to my sweet sister Nancy who flew in for the party from Florida!) or just sent nice thoughts my way! I just love a celebration!!!!
 
 
RELAX  and ATTRACT
Relaxing might sound like the exact wrong thing to do in today's market. Usually, though, the contrarian has access to some ways of approaching matters that are not evident with the herd thinking. Many agents I see and talk with these days seem to have a lot of struggle and stress in their lives . It has been said that lack of being able to control is the most stressful thing for a human.  However, the reality is that we control little and all the awfulizing in the world doesn't change that but only serves to drain off energy that could be used productively in other ways. Our little gremlin voice screams of fear when faced with the unknown or with a situation that has previously caused pain. That voice of fear is really our friend. He(she) doesn't want us to get hurt. So, what's a gal (or guy) to do???
 
Three Steps to RELAX and ATTRACT:


1. ACCEPTANCE Stop resisting. Like paddling a canoe against the current....a lot of effort is expended to get nowhere. So STOP IT. Right now, take a look at your circumstances and accept it is how it is. It is how it is. Period. End of story. Take a deep breath and let yourself just see how it really is. It probably isn't as bad as you are making it out to be or fearing that it is. So, assess, where, exactly are you? What is working and what isn't? Yes, the market has changed and even those of us that have been in real estate for 20+ years have not seen markets just like these. It may be this way for a while. Just look at how it is and accept it.
 
2. MAKE GOOD CHOICES What is a "good" choice? It's a choice that makes you feel happy. Instead of struggling and trying to paddle harder...see where the flow is right now. Do the things that bring you joy. It is a proven fact of the Law of Attraction that like attracts like. When you are happy and joyful, you'll attract others. You probably won't attract the doomsayers and the difficult ones, because your vibrations won't match. That's ok, huh?  If you set all your worry aside and just this week do things with others that are fun and bring you joy, what's the worst that could happen? Why don't you try this:everyday do what will make you happy and be happy with all you do. In every moment, you have the ability to shift your energy. Most of us are unconscious and let the default feelings and gremlin voice choose for us. Choose good.
 
3. PRACTICE SELF CARE One of my favorite quotes by Ghandi is "The more I have to do, the longer I need to meditate." Personally, when I get in one of my overwhelm, struggling modes (yes, I am human and those times show up in my life too sometimes!), the first thing I will give up is exercise and my centering or meditation practice. There just isn't time! HA...what a copout. Who is in charge of MY schedule????? That crazy woman can make my life look and feel nuts! I have developed practices to bring me back to the grounded, centered place that feels and works much better. My coaches and friends are a big part of it. You are too! Since I write to you weekly, I get to examine where I am walking my talk. What a blessing. So, if you will put the gas in the gas tank, you've got more fuel to take you where you want to go. Have you been taking off a day a week? Doing small practices that nurture you(watching the sunset? Listing to the sound of your children's laughter? Hugging those you love and telling them you love them? Reading? Hiking?) What is it for you????? Look at the coming week and schedule some time to be VERY SELFISH!!!!!
 
If you will consider these three areas this week, and look to see what you can do to lighten up, enjoy, be happy, I promise you a great week. Relax, there is business to be had and the opportunities exist. I bet when you stop trying so hard, some easy new ways to attract business will appear, but you have to give up the struggle......
It's your choice!
 
 
 
TECH TIP
What the heck is Twitter?????   My good friend Bernice Ross is a visionary. Last year, I was privileged to attend her Really Awesome Women Conference and it was REALLY AWESOME!!!

Twitter is a micro-blogging platform that limits posts to 140 characters, but allows for replies and direct messages. Each post is an answer to the question “What are you doing?”

I don't know about you, but reading that definition leaves me asking, "So what?"  It sounds almost like the stupidest idea ever. But actually using it, diving into it, working with it makes you realize that no explanation could really describe what it’s like to use Twitter. Doesn’t even come close! Just like blogging, once you participate, you get bitten by the bug!
In an article in FAST COMPANY, Robert Scoble says "Twitter will change the way business communicates (again)."  He goes on to say,"The professional intimacy these services create...can also win you clients." And, of course, using technology to win clients is what it is all about, isn't it?

Quite frankly, it isn't for everybody. However, if you want to connect with tomorrow's buyers and sellers, Twitter is an application you should know about and, maybe, differentiate yourself with!



SPECIAL INVITATION FOR WOMEN LEADERS

 

The second annual Really Awesome Women in Real Estate Conference will be in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from April 21 to 23. If you are a woman who holds a leadership position in CRS, Women's Council or if you hold an executive or management position at your Board, Association, or company, and would like to know more about this conference, please email her at Bernice@RealEstateCoach.com. This event is by invitation only. Don't wait--there are only have a few slots left.

Fossland's Next Forum

Blogging, Twitter and Facebook and more!

Monday, April 7       

3:30 PM EDT, 2:30 PM CDT. 1:30 MDT, 12:30 PM PDT and 9:30 AM Hawaii

Social networks are the backbone of Web 2.0. Are you connected? Come learn about the major social networks so you can decide where you need to be! Frances Flynn Thorsen, Managing Editor of www.RealTown.com will join me in a discussion about what they are, which you need and how to get connected! If you come, we'll also let you come to the first session of the next NO BLOGGER LEFT BEHIND as a gift!

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2. ATTRACT and RELAX Taking it beyond The Secret.....Using the Law of Attraction and materials from Abraham-Hicks, you'll learn how to let go of worry and focus on attracting what you REALLY want! Jump into this first class right now (started on Monday March 24 and was recorded)or sign up for next month. Only $97.  

3. The Real Estate Games® Now 4 Games to choose from! Each lasts for 4 weeks with a daily call. Our regular The Real Estate Game® is for basic business building and focus strengthening. We also are offering The Expired Real Estate Game™ , The FSBO Real Estate Game™  and our new one, The Referral Real Estate Game™ . Come play and watch the difference it will make in your business!!!! The BEST coaching program available for only $197.  Complete information and schedules here

4. Are You an e-PRO? There are critical skills needed to remain competitive in these amazing times! e-PRO Certification will give you a distinct advantage. Click on the link for a short video about how the course works and a $25 discount from me. It's all done online at your convenience...so you have no excuse!

Have an amazing week!!!!! It IS up to YOU!
 
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