KRISTINA'S WEEKLY EMAIL OF THOUGHT-PROVOKING ESSAYS & VIDEOS TO KEEP YOU CONNECTED TO YOURSELF ON THIS JOURNEY CALLED LIFE |
Greetings!
Happy Holidays! I hope that you are enjoying this week, having some fun and getting in some rest, review and self-reflection as we prepare to go into a new calendar year, which is one of several potent times throughout a 12 month cycle to do so.
There are also periods in our individual lives when you need to do even more than reflect and rest, but actually STOP and re-assess, re-structure and re-align your life with who you are now. I, personally, am in one of those periods.
I'd been planning on taking a pause in January after sending out this last PGG of the year, but last Friday the Universe had other plans and I just couldn't get one out - I think that was only the second time in the 13(!) years I have been sending these weekly missives no matter what was going on in my life or how I felt. (The only other time was when my mom passed away). So please accept my apologies for missing December 23rd, but it was clearly confirmation that I really do need a pause!
As you may recall, I recently celebrated my 15 year anniversary as a coach, have been doing group coaching and talks for over 12 years, and as noted above, in January will have been sending these weekly PGG emails for 13 years without a break. (And haven't taken a "vacation" that was more than a few days this whole stretch). I truly love what I do as a coach, speaker and writer, and take it extremely seriously, which means I put my whole heart and soul into every interaction I have with clients and talks and every word I write in these emails, always with the intention to help you get unstuck, be inspired, gain a different perspective, treat yourself and others a little kinder, and/or bring some hope and humor into your day....whatever insights and observations I think might enhance and uplift your life.
And I've always been good at self-care/maintenance and practice what I preach, but I've reached a level of imbalance where my output is nowhere near being matched by the input, i.e. my body, mind and spirit has given way more that it has received over a prolonged period of time. I take full ownership for this pattern and running my gas tank on fumes for a while now, but can no longer do it to myself. (Prior to my coaching/speaking/writing journey I founded and ran a non-profit for 10 years...). At this point, I feel deep down in my bones that it can only be corrected with a full-on stop and restart, which is why I'm taking a pause this month to re-group on a both a personal and professional level.
What does this mean for you my dear PGG reader? Well, you may or may not realize that these newsletters take a full day or more to do; I consider them a huge responsibility and always want to provide a message and essay (and all the social media links and promos etc.) that resonate with the collective vibe and themes I am seeing with my clients or in the world that week. They can take anywhere from 4 - 12 hours to produce, and depending on the content, sometimes even more, and I am not directly financially compensated for them in any way.
They have been a labor of love and a genuine offering of service that at this point I need to re-configure how I can sustain, along with my coaching, speaking, book and other projects (and all the tech, marketing and self-promo that goes along with them...!) without sacrificing my well-being and personal livelihood. (Yes hello, my self-love/worth and personal growth, it's about time! #weteachwhatweneedtolearn).
Hundreds of you have been reading these PGGs from the first one in January 2010 and look forward to them every week. I am so grateful that I've been a part of your routine and personal growth journey and hope to be back with a new and improved option that serves us both - perhaps via a bi-weekly or monthly version and/or ways to support me on Patreon or Substack? TBD! Feel free to send me your comments and suggestions or if you want to help in any way.
I plan to return on a regular basis at some point, but for now, I will be taking most of January off, and will send essays and/or announcements and updates as needed, or when the inspiration strikes, and perhaps experiment with some other formats until I find something that works for me and is beneficial for you. I THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR PATIENCE DURING THESE NEXT FEW MONTHS.
In the meantime, below you can read the 2022 PGG Year in Review of 25 new essays and essay notes (in addition to all the reruns not listed here) so you have plenty to read for a while ;) And the best place to stay connected with me is always my Instagram, where I am most active and will continue to post, as well as my YouTube channel which has full-length talks and many clips you might find helpful. And if we have worked together or you've seen me speak, let me know and connect on LinkedIN.
This PGG note is already crazy long, so no social media clips this week. But the PGG Vibe of the Week is Diana Ross & The Supremes as the Universe singing to me Stop! In the Name of Love.
Lastly, THANK YOU for being here and for being part of my community! If any of my essays, coaching, talks, videos or posts have helped you along your career/life journey, here are a few ways you can show your appreciation and support my work:
And as always, please feel free to contact me with any comments about anything.
Big Hug & Best Wishes for a Peaceful, Prosperous 2023 & Beyond!
Kristina
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What are people saying about Kristina's new book
I LOVE this book and recommend it to anyone who is looking for a little boost of positivity in their lives. ~ Margaret H.
This is more of a "working" book – not something you'll pick up once and read cover to cover, but it'll become more of a tool to help you see yourself differently and will return to over and over again, which is priceless. ~ Cherise R.
The intro pages guided me on how the affirmations can be used, and I love how she speaks of having “anchor times” in my day. ~ Alex I.
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It’s such a perfect bite-sized book of inspiration and happiness… everyone should have it! ~ Melissa F.
It can be as simple as a jump-start or as deep as an entire rewiring of your inner thoughts.
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UPCOMING EVENT:
CONNECTING WITH KRISTINA
Monthly topic, online group chat, support and Q & A
Connect with like-minded folks on a personal growth & career journey
Next topic:
VISION
February 2023
7pm-8:30pmET via Zoom
Stay tuned for information
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PGG Year in Review
Here is a list of all the new PGG essays and notes from 2022. Take your time to check them out or revisit them over the next month(s) while PGG is on pause.
Click on titles to read each essay in full.
New 2022 PGG Essays:
No matter what the outcome, this was about me honoring my vision and experiencing this beautiful power of creation that we all possess but many discount, deny or simply don’t use. But it is incredibly rewarding to see an idea become tangible, especially for someone like me whose work is mostly intangible. (Click here for my book Say It To Make It)
There is wisdom that says that we operate from either fear or love. With all the fear pumped into us from birth, and which seems to be ratcheting up these past few years and now weeks (and is easily absorbed via powerful media in every form), it’s more important than ever to pay attention to and see what is influencing your thoughts, words and deeds: LOVE or FEAR.
Walking a truly authentic, aligned path is the road less traveled for a reason, though. There are a lot of unknowns, risks, twists and turns, and like anything else, it ain’t always easy! It is a commitment to personal growth on the daily that requires building self-confidence, self-worth, and deep trust in oneself and something greater than oneself.
No matter what “side” you are on, division, segregation, discrimination, other-ing, scapegoating and/or ostracizing one group of human beings over another is never the way to go, as history has shown many times over. I pray we don’t repeat it once again.
PGG "Notes from Kristina" Essays
We can each resolve to be a hero in 2022 and beyond.
The human experience and too much technology are not fungible.
Some rules are meant to be broken...
A smile or a shake can move your mood at any moment.
We all need to embrace the process, and each other.
Knowing how you can make a difference in a world gone mad.
Move your body to uniquely express, relieve stress and feel your best.
These days can easily go adrift, so don’t let them go amiss.
One of the most fascinating figures of our past offers inspiration for creating a fulfilling future.
Help yourself and the world by staying present and processing one minute at a time.
Helpful tools to get you through these turbulent times.
Be sure to laugh and play in order to keep the boogie-man away!
When you remember that what you focus on grows, you can be a part of the solution to society’s pervasive problems.
Be grateful for any cracks in your life; it’s part of our growth.
Loss and letting go is part of expansion and exploration.
Higher temps rendering our lives intense.
Be discerning and don’t let social media consumption weigh you down.
When you step back and see the tough stuff as gifts for growth
Is the Universe trying to tell you something?
Put one foot in front of the other, following your inner North Star and a formula for success.
In search of harmony within and without.
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If you've heard about affirmations but never knew what they were or how to create or use them, this potent little book is just the tool you need!
This colorful guide’s straightforward, actionable advice and 30 bold affirmations can help you to shift your mindset and feel better about yourself no matter who you are or what your circumstances.
Keep this handy, pocket-size book at your bedside or in your backpack so you’re never far from information about:
- What affirmations are and why they are important
- How and when to use affirmations so they are most effective
- 10 ways to use the specific affirmations in the book.
Use as part of a daily routine or while on the go to strengthen your connection to yourself and maintain a positive, uplifting outlook on who you are and what you can accomplish in every area of your life!
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WORK WITH KRISTINA
If you're looking for some compassionate candor and a dose of tough love, Kristina is the coach for you.... I came into this really lacking clarity and walked away with a sense of relief. Can't recommend her enough. ~ Kevin R.
Find clarity, balance and direction in your career and life.
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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM KRISTINA'S COACHING:
Kristina’s coaching expertise is phenomenal — all-encompassing, inclusive of the mind, body & spirit, nonjudgmental, insightful and deeply involved in providing solutions and tools to be a better version of yourself. ~ Audrey N.
Kristina patiently helped me to discover and embrace my true north. I was stuck in a past identity that blocked me from the person I wanted to become. ~ Pascal D.
Since I last spoke with you, I've had some pretty dramatic changes - New Job, a Big Move, Healthy Dating Relationship. It's been pretty awesome. Emotionally, I've done a 180, and my life is certainly a reflection of that. My last session with you spurred a lot of wonderful life changes." ~ Palanda B.
I can honestly say that speaking to you was one of the most important events in my life. It is almost unbelievable how a 2-hour conversation can have that effect. ~ Bozhanka V.
Thank you again for opening my eyes to a new future! ~ K. Handa
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GET MORE OF KRISTINA
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Using the Great Pause for Personal & Professional Development
Staying Motivated Throughout the Job Search Process
Authentic Branding: Letting the Real You Shine in Any Situation
Who Are You & What Are You Supposed to Be Doing with Your Life?
Stepping Stones for Success
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