Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

Do you feel you need to control everything in your life, your work, or with your children? Do you ever find yourself giving free advice to people, especially on social media? WHY? Why do we, as humans, need control? What are the negative side effects of control? How can we give it up for something better? We'll cover all this in this short episode- enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com 

Why would we talk about this on this podcast? It doesn't have anything to do with thinking! Or does it... I'll share with you how our thinking affects compulsive behaviors, 3 magic questions that can help us understand ourselves better, and share more of my own story. Enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com 

I hosted a retreat this weekend in Perrysburg, Ohio. It went smashingly well! I'll share some highlights with you, as well as an epiphany I had about myself and my future work. Thanks for your patience as I took a couple of days 'off' on the podcast. I'm back and ready to keep sharing. Blessings!  Michelle@GrowBy1.com 

In this episode, I share with you a lesson we taught recently in the Empowered Leaders Membership group. IF you struggle to work with people in a way that challenges them vs. a people-pleasing way, this episode is or you.  We are hosting the Grow By 1 Retreat this weekend and therefore, there will be no new podcast episodes until Monday. Enjoy a break, go put this into action! Michelle@GrowBy...

The world has many different theories and ideas about why we are the way we are. BUT, why are YOU the way you are? I'll share 6 questions that can evaluate who the real you is, who you want it to be, and identify how to get there. If you want to know who you truly are as a person, this episode is for you!  Michelle@Growby1.com 

I would like to pause from all this self-development talk a bit and celebrate you and all your awesomeness! I'll talk about why that's important, what a gift you're giving yourself, and a couple of tips on having more fun. You are awesome! Michelle@GrowBy1.com

I'll share the ONE thing I am sure of that will declutter your heart and allow you to receive more inspiration from your intuition and help the ideas, money, and love flow. You might want to learn more, if so go here: SEARCH ENGINE . Enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com 

I've been told I have some crazy magical, Jedi-like mind-trick skills. Maybe that's right. AND, you can too! I'll share with you a few skills and mindsets you can develop to become more magical yourself!  Michelle@GrowBy1.com SEARCH ENGINE

We tend to think life works in logical patterns. It doesn't, to a certain degree. There are many unknown causes for the current results you're experiencing. Let's chat about how you can figure out what those causes are and change them so you get unstuck!  Michelle@Growby1.com  Grow By One Choice Facebook Group

Let's celebrate the people who have helped you get to where you are today! AND... let's chat about these people and the people you may need in your life to get you to the next level. Chances are the people who got you HERE are not the ones who will get you THERE.  Michelle@Growby1.com

In this very short episode, I'll introduce an idea that's relatively new for me. Would you join me in practicing this simple idea?  Michelle@Growby1.com 

What is a world-wheel and how do you fit in? Why is the world so 'screwed up'? And what can we do about it? I'll also share a few tips that you can try to make your life a bit easier for you and others. Enjoy! Michelle@Growby1.com

I'm convinced we all have fears that run this show we call life. Some of the most prevalent fears are fear of death, spiders, and public speaking. We'll talk a bit about these fears and a new one that's come to my awareness. I'll ask you 3 questions at the end to get you more in touch with your own fears. Enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com

Sometimes, in our haste to make the world a better place, we pour gasoline on the fire. I'll share what I mean and a 'fix'. Before we rush into the problem of the day, let's (you and me) check ourselves and ask a few questions first and make sure we're in the right energy. Enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com 

As spiritual beings, gifted with an intellect and living a physical experience... everything is sacred. We'll talk about what happens when you DON'T believe this and when you DO. Also, I'll share two activities you might want to write down in order to connect with sacredness, beauty, and love in a brand new way. Enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com SEARCH ENGINE Last day to sign up for the Grow By 1 Retrea...

I'd like to give a huge "Thinking of you today" to those who have lost loved ones in service as well as those who have lost loved ones recently. While this is a holiday in America, and many will have a barbeque/fun time, it is also a day of mourning for many. BIG LOVE to you all!  Michelle@GrowBy1.com  Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details!

Do seek approval, acknowledgment, or love from others? Of course, you do! You're human! How does that affect your relationships? LE's talk about the 4 approval-seeking behaviors and how to change them so you can experience more peace, fun, results, meet new people, and live an interesting life!  Michelle@GrowBy.com Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details! (ONLY 2 DAYS LE...

Stop doing these 2 things in conversations with others! No one likes them! They damage your ability to connect and get the result you want. We'll talk about what they are, why we do them, and how we can change them. Enjoy- bring your pen and paper for this one!  Michelle@GrowBy.com  Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details!

I'll share a simple analogy that is very profound and can change the way you look at or think about just about anything! What are you seeking in this life? What don't you have or have enough of? What do you think is missing? LEt's part the clouds and find it for you! Enjoy! Michelle@GrowBy1.com  Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details!

Let's talk about money! Why do some people have it and others don't? I'll ask you several very important questions. Your answers will reveal your money mindset and give you opportunities for growth. If you've struggling to make money, keep money, and/or let money flow in your life- this episode is for you!  Michelle@Growby1.com  Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the detai...

I have 2 post-it notes on my desk. One has all the 'bad' stuff that happened in my life, the other the 'good' stuff. I'd like to share a few thoughts with you about these two lists. THEN, create your own post-it notes! Michelle@GrowBy1.com JOIN US for the Grow By 1 Retreat! 

Do you suffer from people-pleasing tendencies? Do you ever wonder where that came from and what to do with it? Would you like to get rid of it? I've got a magic question for you that could change EVERYTHING! Michelle@GrowBy1.com Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details!

How do you see yourself and others and the world around you? Your self-image really drives your life. We'll talk about how it's developed and what you can do about it over time. Bring your note-taking supplies!  Michelle@GrowBy1.com  SEARCH ENGINE Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details!

How do you feel when someone doesn't believe what you believe? What do you DO? Do you allow them to have their opinion even when it doesn't match yours? To the degree you allow them their choice, you will have freedom of choice. Let's chat! Michelle@GrowBy1.com Join us at the Grow By 1 Retreat. GO HERE for all the details! 

Who would you be if you didn't need to impress anyone? What would happen if you never worried again about what someone thought of you? What would it be like to live your life without ever having to defend, excuse, argue, explain, or justify your words or action? This is a journey I've been on the last 6 months and I'll share a few things I've learned. I'd love to offer you a reflection activity th...