Over this last very challenging year, many people have felt burned out — exhausted, irritable, discouraged, and overwhelmed. Let’s focus on how to Beat Burnout, to reignite your flame and shine brightly once again. Inspirational Thoughts “If you feel ‘burnout’ setting in, if you feel demoralized and exhausted, it is best, for the sake of… [Read More]
Joy
Happy Thanksgiving from Leap Forward Coaching!
Happy Thanksgiving! As the holiday season approaches, and the challenging year that was 2020 draws to a close, I believe we can all benefit from a renewal in outlook, mind, and spirit. Renewal: The act or process of being made like new: restored to freshness, vigor, or perfection; to make new spiritually; to restore to… [Read More]
Simplifying Self Care
If you’ve ever felt self care is a daunting or unattainable luxury, this month’s newsletter is for you! Let’s talk about simplifying self care … small ways to nurture yourself that don’t require a lot of time, money, or effort. Warmly, Melanie Ott Inspirational Thoughts “Self care is never a selfish act — it is simply… [Read More]
Fill Up on Positivity, Leaving No Room for Negativity!
There are times when climbing out of the mud of negativity seems impossible. It’s not always easy to summon the mental power to argue logically and calmly against your own negative thought patterns. So here’s a hint to turn negativity on its head: Instead of confronting negative thoughts directly, focus on the positive by filling… [Read More]
Say NO to Negativity!
It’s time to say NO to negativity! With the continuing barrage of horrific world news, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. Join me in releasing the toxicity of negativity by filling your life with the healing power of positivity. Warmly, Melanie Ott Inspirational Thoughts “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you start… [Read More]
The Pursuit of Perfection
Have you ever felt pressure to achieve perfection in your career, relationships, or personal life? Let’s talk about setting yourself free from the pursuit of perfection – and where to focus your effort and energy instead. Warmly, Melanie Ott Inspirational Thoughts “Gold cannot be pure, and people cannot be perfect.” ~ Chinese Proverb “Have no fear of perfection… [Read More]
Practice Patience
In today’s fast-paced world of “immediate everything,” patience seems in short supply. Add in the holiday hustle and bustle and being patient truly becomes a virtue! This season, practice patience and reap the benefits of a happier and healthier you. Warmly, Melanie Ott Inspirational Thoughts “Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.”… [Read More]
Happy Thanksgiving from Leap Forward Coaching!
As the holidays approach and you receive gifts from family and friends, you may have the thought, “It’s better to give than to receive.” This holiday season I encourage you to find joy in this paradigm shift: Give the gift of receiving by accepting with an open and grateful heart. Receive with grace. Occasionally a… [Read More]
Let Go of These 5 Things to Cultivate Joy
When you’re working hard to cultivate joy in your life, several unhealthy behaviors and attitudes can stand in your way and keep you from experiencing true, deeply-rooted joy. Let go of these five obstacles to cultivate joy in your life. Let Go of the Past. Constantly looking back – whether it’s dwelling on regret or… [Read More]
Cultivate Joy
As the year draws to a close, I encourage my friends, family, and clients to cultivate joy. By purposely choosing to be joyful, you will reclaim peace, wonder, and gratitude in all aspects of your life. Warmly, Melanie Ott Inspirational Thoughts “Joy is not in things … it is in us.” ~ Richard Wagner “Joy… [Read More]