“Grounded Gratitude” means you are identifying ways in which you are thankful for ALL of what you are navigating, not just the high points. It’s a mindful practice about also finding the positive or blessing in the low points or what is not wanted. THIS is the REAL work of gratitude.

All results start with a thought. It’s important periodically to take inventory on WHAT you are thinking and HOW you are thinking about what you are thinking, since your thoughts directly impact your behavior and results.

Once you have clarified your goal and really believe it is possible, and see yourself achieving it, AND take consistent action aligned with your goal, THEN it’s about making sure you measure what will give you the information you need that helps you know you are making the progress you need to in order to achieve your goal.

Last week, I talked about belief and the power of the mind and what’s possible. You can think and believe all you want but if you don’t have accompanying action, not a lot is going to happen. So, it’s not ALL about JUST believing. It’s most important to engage in action that is aligned with what you believe.

When we are in a state of "anything is possible," we are uplifted, optimistic, we can "rise above it all" and BELIEVE. THAT is the key. BELIEF.

How can you Power-On your belief that It (insert your aspiration here) – or anything - is Possible?

Today I’m sharing Amy’s* story: A leader who was already very successful and had just been promoted and given a much broader role in the organization. She was a dynamic doer and adept at mentoring and educating her people. They looked to her for answers. Her challenge was being an even more strategic leader who needed to learn about...