Chaos and coffee

For years now I have wanted to do a training called chaos and coffee! I don't know why and well it really doesn't matter why, I suppose. I like the title and it reminds me there is a lot of chaos in the world but that doesn't have to stop me from taking a break. If your not a coffee drinker you probably think I am a little batty since caffeine ramps us up. Replace coffee with you favorite drink and you know what I mean.
It is easy to be distracted by all the chaos in the world. It is even easy to start to believe that world is going to hell when you listen to the news. I was talking with my hairdresser today and she was telling me how back in December she decide to get more organized and that it has made all the difference in how peaceful she feels inside meaning no more anxiety. What was interesting to me is after discussing it for awhile what came out was she start to spend some quiet time just with herself and listening to what she needed and bam she got her answer. It is hard to have peace when all we see is chaos, take a break from the chaos sit with yourself. See what answers come to you, you may be surprised!

Do you want more peace in your life but aren't sure how to get there on your own call Greta (404) 259-1335.

Greta Jaeger, LPC, CPLC
(404) 259-1335
greta@CoachingYourDreams.com
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Communication Calamities continued

I would love to hear your stories of communication calamities please post some, some of the funniest and most stressful moments come from communication confusion What's your story?
While I have been sitting here at the library three young boys came in I believe there age range was about six to eight years of age. They all were staring at the gas fire place and youngest asked the oldest "How come the woods not burning John", there was no response from his brother so he said it a little louder again no response. This went on for two more rounds the younger brother getting louder each time until at last he got an answer. Some patterns start out so young we aren't even aware of them, when you don't feel heard, how do you respond?

Are you having trouble with communication and want to improve as a couple or individually contact Greta at (404) 259-1335.
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Communication calamities and such!

We all know that communication is difficult at best and yet we still act as if we understand each other 100%. It is an accepted allusion. I suppose acknowledging this in every conversation would just be silly but not acknowledging it creates communication calamity. How many arguments start because one person thinks they know what the other person is saying and then they get offended. If we take the time to hear people out we might find they don't mean what we assume. Case in point I have a couple that I work with and they constantly misinterpret what the other person means or grab on to just part of what they mean as in the most hurtful part. This leads them to conflict and calamity:
How to avoid Calamity:
1. Assume nothing.
2. If you assume anything assume the other person is innocent and not attacking you or your ideas.
3. Listen to them with your heart and mind!
4. Check to see if you heard them right.
5. Practice, Practice and practice again!!!
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Greta Jaeger, LPC, CPLC
(404) 259-1335
greta@CoachingYourDreams.com
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Random acts of silliness!

I believe in Random acts of silliness and I know they are important to my mental health. I have an example, so... I was hanging with my mother about three weeks ago and we were standing in her kitchen chatting. I remember clearly that I was standing in front of the sink and my mother asks in an Irish accents "so, how are you darlin". Now you may not think this is strange since you probably don't know my mom, but she is from here (U.S.A) and she can't do an accent on purpose to save her life and I'm not kidding. Anyway continuing the story I paused and replied in kind (Irish accent and all) "Well I'm doin fine mother, and how are youuu?" She laughed and then I asked her in an Irish accent "since when have you been talkin with an Irish accent mum?" It was total silliness, we laughed and have laughed about it several times since then. Not as funny in the re-telling I know but the point is more salient in a story. In case you missed the point: be silly, have fun, don't take life or your self to serious, and by all mean if your mom breaks into an accent for no apparent reason run with it!

Have you stopped being silly or enjoying life call Greta for help (404) 259-1335.

Greta Jaeger, LPC, CPLC
(404) 259-1335
greta@coachingyourdreams.com
www.CoachingYourDreams.com

Total Woman Makeover

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New Years Eve is over Now What?

If you read my last blog you know I am encouraging Resolutions around compassion and love of self. I wanted to clarify in this blog that in my experience as a human being, life coach and therapist that when you are compassionate and loving towards yourself you don't become selfish, you become more compassionate and loving towards others. I am sure all you English majors are loving my repetition. You might be wondering now well give me an example? Here you go:

I have ended up permanently dog sitting a Jack Russel. He happens to be the most needy and insecure dog I have ever seen. Not a dog I would choose on my own, but as I stated it started as dog sitting. This little dog has challenged my patience by constantly; and I not kidding, wanting attention. I was not finding any relief with all the standard ways I manage my mind and behavior. I started to read a book called "The disappearance of the universe.". One of the things discussed in the book is forgiveness. I won't go in depth but it is good stuff if you are curious get the book. Anyway, I started to be more forgiving of myself and my behaviors towards others (i.e. the dog) and all of the sudden I was finding it very easy to be around him without irritation.

Imagine a year full of peace, compassion and fun. This is my wish for you!

Hugs, Greta

Greta Jaeger, LPC, CPLC
(404) 259-1335
www.CoachingYourDreams.com
greta@CoachingYourDreams.com

New Years Resolution?

How many of us start out great with our New Years Resolution and then quickly fall into regret when we stop our resolve. It is a funny things how often goals only motivate us until we get to busy and then we forget we had the goal. When we finally remember our resolution to eat better (insert goal) we feel bad for not following through for the last two weeks. Sound familiar?
I say lets make only one one resolution this year "To be compassionate and loving to ourselves" when we imagine that we have fallen short! What do you think? I still say have goals just be loving and compassionate when you stop temporarily and then restart without bashing yourself!
If you are stuck or frustrated with yourself and the direction of your life give me a call (404) 259-1335
If you have a question you can call or email at greta@CoachingYourDreams.com.

Hugs to everyone and have a fabulous start to your 2011,

Greta
(404) 259-1335
www.CoachingYourDreams.com
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