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02/28/2011 16:37 pm

What is the difference between selfish and centered in self? A LOT!

The theme for February 2011 has been Listening to Your Heart and a lot of women have responded in a variety of ways:

1. I'm too busy I can't hear my heart

2. What is the difference between listening to my heart and being selfish

3. When I listen to my heart I usually end up with a broken heart

So I just wanted to give you my perspective on listening to your heart, your values, your boundaries, your greatness, and your God (In coaching I call that "our center"). As women, this is one of the greatest gifts God gave us, but for many of us we are too busy to even use it or know how to use it. What would be possible if every choice you made was powerful, aligned to your authentic self, came from your greatness and honored your greatest potential? What if you learned how to listen to your heart and honor your intuition? What if you used your time in a way that furthered your greatness verses kept you stuck in "the ol' smallness voice" that tells you 'you can't'.

Living a life that is centered in self is about creating a foundation that is built around your center (your values, your greatness, your boundaries, your God, your heart) and then you build your life FROM there which will lead you to a life you LOVE and God honoring. Why do I know this? Because, when you know your center (your values, your greatness, your boundaries, your God, your heart) and build that as a foundation then build your life on top of that [making sure that everything in your life is a self-expression (reflection) of the foundation] then your life becomes a mirror of your foundation, and your foundation is an authentic, reflection of you and God. By living this way you are conscience of the choices you are making and you tap into your power, talents, gifts and heart in HUGE ways. So, start listening to your heart and practice building your foundation....that is the start to building a life you love! Also, when you have a life that is Centered in Self then it's easier to make a difference for others because it's not all about you. Verses when you are living a life that is Self Centered life is all about you.


Remember that each moment, each day and each choice you have the power to start a new life just by making new choices. Is it your health that you want a 'start over' in? Start now, start in this moment and choose healthy food for dinner or book a time with a trainer. Better yet, start reading our Lifestyle Experts who talk about healthy food and healthy eating they are TOP EXPERTS in their fields and they are giving you free inspiration and education right here on this site. Or is it your marriage you need a 'start over' in? Right now you can choose to recommit and bring love and forgiveness to the table and by doing so you alter your future. Today's choice will build or tear down your future, and in this moment you can choose.



Dena Patton is a Life/Business Coach for women who are changing the world at www.DenaPatton.com. She is also the founder of Chat, Chew and Chocolate, which is dedicated to connect, inspire and empower women. Connect with her on Twitter @chatchew or Pinterest. Need help implementing Dena's articles in your life or business? Call her for one-on-one coaching.



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