a little over a week ago i posted the first of seven emails i recieved from sara. even though she sent the second one almost immediately after the first i am just now posting it here. i hope that it resonates with you as much as it did with me. and take her advice, identify what really matters to you. it may not be easy, but i truly believe it will lead to a happier life.Dear Marli,
If you're not sure about what your core values are, then you're living from your intellect, rather than your heart. And sooner or later, this will get you into trouble. Most women that I meet--from girlfriends, to colleagues, to clients-- intertwine their personal and professional lives. I do, too. And, if you're on a spiritual path, you can throw that into the mix, too. Then you want everything you say, do, and think to emanate from the deepest part of you-- whether that's on a business call or in bed with your lover (and of course the delivery adapts to the context!). This seamless integration of all parts of yourself only really happens when you identify what really matters to you. What's worth putting your name on? Standing up for? Walking away from? Throwing your arms around?
Over the past decade I've sought out teachings and mentorship from women who excel in ALL aspects of their lives--from work, to relationship, to health, to spirituality. One of the main things that they all have in common is that they are clear about what truly matters to them and they return to it again and again, day after day.They base all of their thoughts, words, and actions from this foundation.
Here's a "manifesto" from one inspiring yogini and entrepreneur: "live fully. laugh often. leave a legacy."
It's a pithy way to say that she values simple pleasures, creativity, and charitable do-gooding. When you look at her life, you see that she marks everything she does with these qualities.
Don't get me wrong: This isn't about being superwoman. It's about knowing what matters to you and returning to it again and again (because they'll of course be times when we veer off track).
Is it possible to be in a job you dislike if you get clear and merciless about your core values?
Can you be in a less-than-idealrelationship when you don't have the conviction to stand up for what you care about?
Take some time to identify YOUR core values, to craft YOUR manifesto.
If you're not sure about what your core values are, then you're living from your intellect, rather than your heart. And sooner or later, this will get you into trouble. Most women that I meet--from girlfriends, to colleagues, to clients-- intertwine their personal and professional lives. I do, too. And, if you're on a spiritual path, you can throw that into the mix, too. Then you want everything you say, do, and think to emanate from the deepest part of you-- whether that's on a business call or in bed with your lover (and of course the delivery adapts to the context!). This seamless integration of all parts of yourself only really happens when you identify what really matters to you. What's worth putting your name on? Standing up for? Walking away from? Throwing your arms around?
Over the past decade I've sought out teachings and mentorship from women who excel in ALL aspects of their lives--from work, to relationship, to health, to spirituality. One of the main things that they all have in common is that they are clear about what truly matters to them and they return to it again and again, day after day.They base all of their thoughts, words, and actions from this foundation.
Here's a "manifesto" from one inspiring yogini and entrepreneur: "live fully. laugh often. leave a legacy."
It's a pithy way to say that she values simple pleasures, creativity, and charitable do-gooding. When you look at her life, you see that she marks everything she does with these qualities.
Don't get me wrong: This isn't about being superwoman. It's about knowing what matters to you and returning to it again and again (because they'll of course be times when we veer off track).
Is it possible to be in a job you dislike if you get clear and merciless about your core values?
Can you be in a less-than-idealrelationship when you don't have the conviction to stand up for what you care about?
Take some time to identify YOUR core values, to craft YOUR manifesto.
To your happiness,
Sara
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