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“Clear Pathways Coaching Newsletter, 8/9/07
Dear Friends: Welcome to our monthly newsletter. We offer
some information, some inspiration and some features to
keep you smiling. There is a fine line between boredom and
the ability to be in stillness. Often when we find
ourselves with some time on our hands, there can be an
uncomfortable feeling. How quickly do we look for
something to do to fill that time? Learning to flow with
an unexpected gift of time can be a great de-stresser.
Warmly, Lillian
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Contents:
Quote of the month
Consider this
Article
Good humor/good health
QUOTE OF THE MONTH: “Boredom is the gateway to peace.” –
Thomas Leonard
CONSIDER THIS: What do you do when you suddenly find
yourself with some time to spare? Do you start cleaning
out a purse or wallet waiting for an appointment? While
standing in a grocery check-out line, do you become
engrossed in a tabloid story about some woman who gave
birth to 18 babies? What kind of project do you invent to
fill those spare moments?
ARTICLE:
In an adrenaline-fueled society, learning to do nothing
can be quite a challenge, but with practice, you'll
discover that those feelings of boredom quickly gave way to
a sense of peace and serenity that will fuel you in a whole
new way. My lesson on boredom came more than twelve years
ago while working with my first coach, Thomas Leonard.
During our work together, Thomas dared me to master the art
of being bored so I could get to the peace of mind on the
other side -- something I longed for at that time in my
life. To do this, I had to create much more space in my
life than I felt comfortable with. For example, I needed
to clear my schedule to free up my nights and weekends. He
suggested I let go of several projects and goals (some I
really wanted) to put an end to what appeared to be a
career of "striving." And, he recommended that I stop my
relentless pursuit of new ideas so I could settle down, be
with my own thoughts, identify my true priorities, and
connect with a spiritual power that would allow me to
create my life from a deeper, more authentic place.
Learning to be bored is like learning to meditate. You
need to hang on through a period of restlessness before you
can experience the benefits. Once you get used to it
though, you not only learn to relax, you learn so much
more. You learn to enjoy your own company. You learn to
develop self discipline -- a skill that will serve you in
other areas of your life. You learn to be less impulsive
so you can make better decisions.
These benefits don't happen overnight. As you begin to
practice being bored, you'll most likely experience the
typical fear-based thoughts that will try to pull you back
into "doing." They go something like this:
"Everyone else is getting ahead but me."
"I'm missing out on important opportunities."
"I won't succeed fast enough."
"I'm being irresponsible and/or unproductive."
"This is a complete waste of time."
"If I keep this up, I'll become a lazy sloth who never gets
anything done."
These thoughts are just your mind telling you lies in the
hopes of keeping you busy and disconnected from your true
Self. Here's the truth: Once you get good at being bored
and are able to maintain a reserve of space in your life,
you will engage a spiritual power that will draw toward you
the people, opportunities, and resources you'll need to
accomplish your goals quickly and easily. If this sounds a
bit far fetched, don't take my word for it, give boredom a
try.
Start making space in your life and see what happens.
Cheryl Richardson, Week 31 Newsletter, July 30, 2007
GOOD HUMOR/GOOD HEALTH
“When I get real bored, I like to drive downtown and get a
great parking spot, then sit in my car and count how many
people ask me if I'm leaving.” – Steven Wright
Paddy was driving down the street in a sweat because he had
an important meeting and couldn't find a parking place.
Looking up to heaven he said, "Lord take pity on me. If
you find me a parking place I will go to Mass every Sunday
for the rest of me life and give up me Irish Whiskey!"
Miraculously, a parking place appeared.
Paddy looked up again and said, "Never mind, I found one.”
Hmmm. Did Steven Wright vacate his spot?
Remember: He who laughs, lasts.
Lillian Mills, B.S., M.Ed.,
Certified Life & Wellness Coach
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