Knowing our strengths is super important for focus, but sometimes we get stuck. The reasons we get stuck are (1) it’s easy to get overwhelmed and (2) because many times we need help. Our strengths can only carry us so far and our knowledge base can only carry us so far. That’s why it’s important to seek out mentors, coaches and partners to keep us focused and moving in the right direction.

Someone has most likely done what you are trying to do and has short-cuts that they can teach you. It’s important to be a part of a community too where you can be nurtured and encouraged.

Just like I talked about balance in step 14 and balancing your physical and emotional/spiritual life, seek out people or organizations that can help you to stay focused, help you grow and keep you accountable in your business, personal and spiritual life.  For business, seek out a coach or group that can help and teach you new skills. For my online business, for me that is Terry Anglin. I continue to learn from him every week and increase my online skills.

If you enjoy a hobby or you are pursuing a certain dream or goal, check out groups where you can connect with like-minded individuals.  Since I want to hang out and be encouraged by other writers, I joined the St. Louis Publishers Association.

From a spiritual perspective, there is nothing like belonging to a loving church family. I love, love, love my church First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood. I sing in the choir and love getting my spiritual sustenance for the week. Since I sit in front of a computer most of the day, I love getting around people!

If you want to go even deeper with a spiritual mentor, then spiritual direction may be right for you.

My relationship with God has deepened exponentially since I have been seeing a Spiritual Director. In fact, the transformation has been so great that I felt called to be a Spiritual Director.

If you feel “the nudge,” as I call it, to pursue a deeper relationship with God and to discern God’s movement in your life, contact me for a complimentary discovery call.

If you are looking for encouragement spiritually online, receive The Four Steps to FLOW and monthly emails. My readers encourage me too!

There is nothing worse than feeling isolated and overwhelmed. Make sure you get connected and seek the help that you need.

Step 1 – You Have to Have a Plan

Step 2 – Take Action on your Plan in Small Steps Every Day

Step 3 – Don’t have an All or Nothing Attitude

Step 4 – Focus on Your Strengths

Step 5 – Meditate or Think on your Plan

Step 6 – Get rid of Distractions

Step 7 – Review your Plan at the End of the Day

Step 8 – Lock Out Doubts and Fears

Step 9 – Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

Step 10 – Listen to what Expands You

Step 11-  How to Deal with Overwhelm

Step 12 – Avoid Negative People and Surround Yourself with Positive People

Step 13 – Where do You Spend Your Time

Step 14 – Balance Life and Work

Step 15 – Review and Track Your Progress

Step 16 – Clear Clutter from your Mind and Work Space

Step 17 – Feed Your Mind and Soul with Good Books and Programming

Step 18 – Practice Awareness in All Things

Step 19 – Live Your Life from Values and Purpose

Step 20 – Seek Mentors, Coaches and Partners

That brings us to Step 21 – Celebrate Progress and Success!

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