3 Secrets To Creating A Writing Routine That Actually Works And Leaves Time for Your Busy Life

Angel Quintana January 21, 2015

3 SECRETS TO CREATING A WRITING ROUTINE
THAT ACTUALLY WORKS
{and leaves time for your busy life}

Article by Cynthia Lindeman
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

It gnaws at you.

You have something to write. It’s important. Maybe it’s a book to support your life dream. Or maybe writing is a life dream in itself – but you just can’t find the time to write it.

This can leave you feeling discouraged, drained, and even depressed. Well, you’re not alone.

This is actually the number one problem that writers report. And if you’re caring for anyone else such as parents or children, it becomes an even bigger challenge.

Well there’s a solution and it’s easier than you think. What would you say if I told you that you can easily find time to write . . . and still have time for your busy life?

It can be more than a just a dream. And these 3 simple tips are the keys to making it happen.

1| Open your calendar and time block an hour a day, 5 days a week for the next 30 days. As one of my clients said, “you can always find an hour.” Look at your calendar. I can almost guarantee that you can find at least one hour a day that you can use to write. It should be the same time each day. Treat it like a weekly work meeting. It should be an uninterrupted hour. Where can you schedule it? These little “hours” add up quickly.

2| Next, time block one or two longer sessions each month. Have you ever heard of a writing retreat? Well, this is your DIY retreat. Of course, you should use it to focus on writing. But you can also use it to strengthen your connection to yourself as a writer. I recommend between 2 and 4 hours a session.

3| Celebrate, Commit, and Communicate. Once you’ve scheduled this time, you’ll have the first 30 days of your personalized writing schedule. So celebrate! Next, make sure to double-check and make sure it’s realistic. Could you do it during a demanding week? If your answer is yes, you’re ready to commit. Your next question should be: who do I need to talk to? The people in your life have the power to make or break your writing goals and dreams. They support you by holding you accountable, encouraging you, and helping you keep your schedule. Or . . . maybe they do the opposite of these things. Look around. Who has this power in your life? What do you need to say to them so they can step up as a supportive member of team-awesome?

Now you have 3 keys to creating your personal 30-day writing schedule. You’re well on your way to being an unstoppable writer!

If you’re ready for more, The 90-Days To Unstoppable Luxe Program is an exclusive, transformational 1:1 experience for writers who are ready to get real. Created by a writer, for writers - it gives you everything you need to be the writer you’ve always dreamt of being. To schedule your Unstoppable Writer Discovery Session, just shoot me an e-mail at Cynthia@cynthialindeman. Be unstoppable.

Spread Your Genius Like Wildfire is a compilation of self-improvement articles written by entrepreneurs seeking to bring holistic solutions to everyday problems. Read more articles from this feature.

Cynthia Lindeman is a writer's block coach and multi-published writer. She helps writers go from resistance, struggle, and frustration to unstoppable. Find out more about her 90-Days To Unstoppable Luxe Program here.

3 Keys to Transformational Healing

Angel Quintana January 21, 2015

3 KEYS TO TRANSFORMATIONAL HEALING

Article by Jacqueline Rizk
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

Imagine, rather than being told, "It's all in your head", you find a health care professional who not only listens to the symptoms that have you on life's sidelines, not only helps you reduce those symptoms but tirelessly examines every avenue possible to find the root cause of your symptoms, and treat that root getting your body back to its natural state; vital health.

Because vital health is not just about what you eat or how you exercise, imagine that professional supporting you in every aspect of your healing to support you in creating optimal health, well-being, and the life of your dreams.

With so much conflicting information out there circulating in the media and on the internet it is difficult to know where to turn when all you want to do is feel better and be able to move forward with your life.

Remembering there are three keys to transforming your health and, indeed, your life, makes getting where you want to be stop being a chore and start being a joy.

Key #1. There is no one-size-fits all treatment. Two people can share the same illness and experience two very different root causes. Take, for example, hormonal imbalance in women. One root cause might be an estrogen detoxification issue while another might be a progesterone deficiency caused by chronic stress. Treating the root cause of dis-ease in the body is much more effective than treating symptoms because it restores balance in the body rapidly and easily.

Key #2. The perfect diet doesn't exist for every single person. Some of them are questionable for anyone but even the seemingly healthy ones can be detrimental when facing down the barrel of autoimmune illness, thyroid disorders, hormone imbalances, liver issues, adrenal fatigue, leaky gut or other serious illnesses. While there are positive aspects of just about any eating plan, chronic health issues require real investigation to make sure you are eating for your individual biology and for your particular dysfunction to achieve the greatest restoration of well-being. That juice fast that might work for your neighbor may make you sicker.

Key #3. Finding the right expert or team is your golden ticket to vibrance and vitality. Doctors may fail to listen to or take seriously the symptoms you face, often ones that debilitate, and books and various diets don't often offer a solution. Finding an expert who can investigate the real reasons you don't feel well and help you heal on a cellular level is invaluable in truly transforming your health, well-being and every aspect of your life.

Than there’s the “From Detox to Diva" 6 and 12 month programs. Available for a few select women who desire to free themselves from fatigue, chronic illness and a feeling of being "stuck" and transform into healthy vibrant divas living lives full of passion, joy and beauty.

Jacqueline Rizk is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Integrative Health Specialist and Transformational Coach that seeks to conjure, health, wellness and the art of living beautifully everywhere she goes. Find out more about her From Detox to Diva program.

3 Steps to Create Abundance Through the Akashic Records

Angel Quintana January 20, 2015

3 STEPS TO CREATE ABUNDANCE THROUGH
THE AKASHIC RECORDS

Article by Patricia Missakian
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

Abundance is one of my favorite subjects, here are 3 steps to Create Abundance through the Akashic Records, that you can take today to start making changes and change your financial status for the better!

Over the last few years I got certified in 2 money coaching certifications and I also created the Prosperity Transformations™ System. I teach this system to my students who are going through my Akashic Records certification program.

What I learned is that no matter where you come from, what you studied, or even what you know or what you don't know, none of that has anything to do with how much money you can or can not make. It all comes down to the beliefs you have, the actions you take and clearing away anything from your past that could hinder your progress.

So let's look at the 3 steps together and if you want more information be sure to register for my free webinar training.

STEP 1 - Discover what beliefs are keeping you from manifesting abundance

Everything from what you observe from your parents relationship with money, the financial environment you grew up, and the financial opportunities you had/ or not before, create the beliefs and money that you have now.

Write a list of the negative beliefs you have or heard growing up about money, with the Understanding that those negative beliefs represent the past, and that in order for you to move forward into attracting more abundance into your life, you need to let go of them and create new empowering beliefs that are going to help you move into an abundant future.

STEP 2 - What is holding yourself back?

In order to manifest more abundance into our lives, we have to take empowered action towards our goals. So understand that anytime we are expanding our energy into a new area that in turn will generate abundance, it's natural that your ego will scream, and try to hold yourself back, the ego is a self protecting mechanism and uses excuses to try to keep everything in your life safe and at the current status quo. But in order to move forward and manifest more abundance in your life, you will have to take constant courageous acts towards your dreams.

So identify the excuses the ego is trying to give you so you can stop them before they stop you.

STEP 3- Watch out for triggers!

The memories you have from experiences from your past are entangled with a mixup of feelings and emotions. When these things are not addressed, you keep reacting to present situations from that perspective from the past. For example, lets say you try to offer a session in the past and no one took you up on it. Then anytime you think about promoting your services, you get that memory triggered, along with all the frustration that you felt, and then you are already autosabotaging you from succeeding in this promotion.

To learn more about how to make prosperous changes in your life and business, join me on free upcoming webinar: Blow through self Limitations though the Akashic Records.

I'd love to learn from you in the comments below how you get on with using these 3 steps to Create Abundance through the Akashic Records.

Patricia Missakian is the founder of the Akashic Records Institute, a school for spiritual development, specializes in uncovering and releasing the old beliefs that block your success…financially, relationships and health. Accessing the Akashic Records, Patricia guides clients to align themselves, pinpoint money blocks and discover how to break through these blocks to achieve full potential. Register for her Blow through self Limitations though the Akashic Records webinar.

Proper Dining at a Job Interview

Angel Quintana January 20, 2015

PROPER DINING AT A JOB INTERVIEW

Article by Jules Hirst
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

You applied for a job, made it through a couple of interviews and now they want to take you and maybe the final candidates to lunch. Are your table manners up to par? If the position you are applying for requires you to wine and dine with clients chances are they are taking you to lunch to check out your table etiquette.

Your typical interview may include:

1| Listening to the interviewer
2| Answering his/her questions
3| Asking intelligent questions
4| Appearing relaxed

Now, throw in a two or three course meal, well this can get messy. Although meal interviews may seem less formal they are just as important. During a meal interview you are being evaluated on your social and table etiquette among other things.

In order to surpass at a meal interview not only do you need to remember your basic table manners (which fork to use, napkin goes on your lap, which is your bread plate, etc.) remember the following as well:

Try to avoid food that is messy such as spaghetti or ribs
Avoid food that is heavy on garlic or onions…you don’t bad breath
Avoid alcohol
Although your meal is more than likely free, you should not order the most expensive meal. The general guideline is to follow the interviewers lead and order the same as the interviewer, if that is not an option then stay close to the price of the meal the interviewer ordered
Follow your host do not begin eating or drinking anything not even water until your host does
The interviewer should never eat alone, if they order coffee or dessert, then so should you
Never offer to pay for the meal
Remember to thank the interviewer for the meal and you may mention a positive comment on the meal
Never ask for a doggy bag• Don’t forget to express how much you enjoyed talking to the interviewer and ask what the next step is
Send a thank you note within 24 hours

If you are up against others with equal qualifications, table manners can be the deciding factor if you are hired or not.

Jules Hirst is a sought after speaker and a recognized etiquette coach. She conducts lectures, workshops, seminars and webinars in business and social etiquette. Jules co-author Power of Civility where she shares strategies and tools for building an exceptional professional image. Jules can be reached at Jules Hirst.

3 Tips To Get Out Of Your Head, Into Your Heart + Making Money

Angel Quintana January 20, 2015

3 TIPS TO GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD, INTO
YOUR HEART + MAKING MONEY

Article by Monique Alamedine
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

I’ve always been very articulate when it comes to arbitrary topics. The deep emotional stuff however, was another story. My business has suffered massively because I couldn’t talk about the deep stuff that REALLY mattered. My brain shuts down, my jaw literally won’t open and I feel so choked and alone.

It’s taken so much time and effort to get to this point, and whilst I will always be a work-in-progress, I want to share three things with you that have really helped me breakthrough.

1 :: It’s None Of My Business What Others Think About Me.

Pretty self explanatory I know, but the reality is that we’re always worried about what others say about us – even when we ‘supposedly’ don’t care. Do you know how much energy is wasted on living up to self-created public images or others expectations? It’s tiring and de-motivating – do you really believe you have the energy to maintain this facade gorgeous? I think not.

Which brings me to my next point.

2 :: Make A Plan And Then Surrender.

Whilst it may feel great to be a go-getting action taker, it’s just as important (if not more so) that you have a clear vision of how you’re going to get there. In the past I have actually tried to map EVERYTHING out. Blog posts, monthly themes, FB posts, newsletter articles and the list goes on.

I can tell you from personal experience – this does NOT work.

Once you’re up and running, it makes sense to get some order and forward plan. Now if you try to do this when you’re already panicked about getting started, it’s pretty much guaranteed to propel you into overwhelm.

Get clear on your vision, your big fat WHY, how you’re going to communicate your message to your peeps and what mediums you will use to deliver. Then allow the rest to unfold. Now is the time to trust, yourself and especially your gut feeling sugar pie.

3 :: Stop Thinking + Start Doing.

Think about all the ‘successful’ entrepreneurs you know. The only thing standing between you and them, is that they took consistent action. They didn’t ‘plan’ to take action – they just did it! They knew what they wanted, focused and maintained consistency. They didn’t put off writing that blog post or making that call because they had to see 10 steps in advance.

Follow your intuition and it won’t lead you astray. Nike said it best – Just Do It. Don’t let another year pass you by. 2015 has an amazing manifesting energy – take it in, use it and pay it forward by helping others grow too.

If you’re struggling to find your voice, or your mojo has been on holidays way before the festive season even started, then you need a Zen Hustler Soul Session. It’s a powerful combination of intuitive life guidance and business strategy that’ll pull you out of Mediocre Land, and into Awesome World.

Monique Alamedine is an Intuitive Biz Coach + Spiritualist who believes that 'success' means being centered & crazy ambitious - all at the same time. She calls this being a Zen Hustler - and she's on a mission to help you become one too. When she's not writing or coaching, you can find her drinking herbal tea through a glass straw, trying to hoola hoop & dreaming of ways to inject more sparkle and love into the world. Grab her Zen Hustler Soul Session while you can, for a limited time save $100.00

3 Keys To Taking The Weirdness Out Of Talking About Yourself

Angel Quintana January 20, 2015

Imagine you are in a meeting. All of your colleagues or business friends are sitting around a large table politely chatting and maybe even laughing with each other. They all look so at ease, so comfortable don’t they?

But you don’t. You feel your body tensing up as you look around. That old familiar feeling of anxiety blooming across your chest and filling up with dread at the thought of having to talk about yourself.

Or perhaps the scenario is that you are on the phone with a prospective client and they want to hear more about what you do. Do you have your signature pitch ready? Do you feel at ease or do the words sort of tumble out of your mouth and onto the floor like a missed shot at the wastebasket?

Talking about yourself can be hard but it doesn’t have to be.

Here are 3 ways to help take some of the weirdness out of talking about yourself.

1 :: Intention

Set the intention that you will feel comfortable, no matter what. Plant your feet on the ground and take five deep breaths before the meeting. This will help ground you. Then imagine yourself speaking clearly and confidently.

2 :: Phrasing

Practice talking about what you are good at. This is not arrogance. People want to know that you are confident about what you do. Create a tag line that sums up what you do.

For example, I am an Intuitive Storyteller and Brand Strategist. I do more than just write stories.

I help business owners communicate their value by designing powerful narratives.

If you sell cars for a living you are more than just a “sales person”, you have a specialty, a unique quality that sets you apart.

You could say: “I take the headache out of the car buying process by finding the exact car you want at the best possible price. “

3 :: Showing Up

Consider it a privilege to have been invited to meeting or that a prospective client has chosen to speak with you. Honor the moment by being fully present and by giving your full attention. People respond positively to people who behave as if they truly care.

Prove them right by giving them your best.

Want more ease when talking about yourself? Check out my Story By Design Program where I help business owners create powerful brand stories that sell.

Article by Christian Marie Herron
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

Christian Marie Herron is an Intuitive Storyteller + Brand Strategist. She is the founder and owner of Herron Media, a boutique, bespoke storytelling and branding company serving entrepreneurs and small businesses in a variety of industries. Her joy is helping business owners weave together the symphony of their personal experiences, talent and desires into a powerful Brand Story that helps them attract more clients and make more money. Find out more about her Story By Design Program.

3 Secrets to Doing Your Makeup Like a Pro

Angel Quintana January 20, 2015

3 SECRETS TO DOING YOUR MAKEUP LIKE A PRO

Article by Melissa Hoffman
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

As a professional makeup artist, I’ve worked with hundreds of women for the most important occasions and events in their lives. From weddings, to branding photoshoots, and speaking engagements, my job is to make women look amazing and feel confident. Every time I do a woman’s makeup, I hear the same thing: “I wish I could do my makeup like you do. I don’t know how to do my makeup. I’ve been wearing the same makeup since 8th grade. I don’t think I’m doing it right.” Does this sound like you?

You can easily learn how to do your makeup and look amazing. All you need is a little practice, belief in yourself, and some tips from me!

Here are my top 3 tips to do your makeup like a pro!

1| A little goes a long way. Do you feel like your makeup looks caked on, or like you wearing a ton? You’re probably using too much. Or you’re wearing full coverage for everything. You don’t need to wear as much makeup as you think you do. It looks more modern and fresh and YOUNG to just wear enough to enhance your features without covering or changing them.

2| Your brushes are magic erasers. Do you ever get frustrated because you’ve put too much blush on, or your eye shadow looks messy? You can use brushes clean or with your leftover concealer to erase your mistakes and have your makeup looking clean and beautiful.

3| Flawless skin is everything. This is what sets apart a great makeup look from an ok one. If you skin looks good, then you don’t need to wear a lot of other makeup. And if you’re not blessed with naturally clear, glowing skin, you can fake it with good products and techniques.

Spend most of your getting ready time on perfecting your skin, rather than a complicated eye look. If your skin doesn’t look good, no one is going to care about your perfect liner.

Doing your makeup doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, it can be easy and should be fun! I want you to feel confident in your own makeup skills, and know you look amazing every day.

If you want more support and guidance in learning how to do your makeup so you can feel good about being SEEN, check out the 7 Products Every Woman Needs! I can’t wait to work with you!

Melissa Hoffmann is a Makeup and Hair Artist living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Melissa's mission in life is to empower women to feel beautiful and confident every day by teaching them how to do their makeup and hair. Her beauty style is to enhance a woman's natural beauty so she looks like the best version of themselves. You can get Melissa's free beauty guide to the 7 products Every Woman Needs here.

4 Keys to Unlocking your Fashion Business Strategy

Angel Quintana January 19, 2015

4 KEYS TO UNLOCKING YOUR FASHION BUSINESS STRATEGY

Article by Gretchen Harnick
Philosophy of People
Magazine: Issue #21

Maybe you’re one of those people who thinks they know exactly what to do for their business strategy. And why wouldn't you? It's been in that head of yours for years. Or maybe you’re one of those who feel they need a lot of help: from family, friends, the gal at the coffee shop. Everyone has a skill who can help you put this dream of yours together.

These may be two extremes but tragically oftentimes result in the same ending – a failed company.

A Tight Knitter holds on, and never asks for help.
A Loose Thread spends a lot of time and money hiring outsiders. You not only lose control of your idea, but also your brand identity.

How do you avoid being the Tight Knitter or the Loose Thread? Follow the Four Keys to Unlocking your Fashion Business Strategy:

1| Know your business strategy. Like actually write a business plan. I know it sounds painful and NOT creative. But did you notice the title of this article is fashion BUSINESS strategy? Not fashion hobby strategy. You’re in this thing to actually create a business, right?

2| Once you know all the moving parts of this business, separate yourself from it. Ask, “What does the business need? How can I feed it the highest quality nutrition?”

You do not have time to be an expert in all things.

3| Consider how far you can get without hiring someone. Go to the end of that rope, and really struggle. No one can get inside your head and organize the strategy. Only after you organize, you really see where you need to hire.

4| When you finally decide you need to hire someone, you will know your strategy, you will be able to explain your creative vision and best know how to hire the right person.

But first, lovelies, you must unlock your fashion business strategy for yourself, by yourself. It’s one of those steps you cannot skip over. If you skip any of these steps you will have to return to them. I promise you.

Set your business up for success by taking our Business Planning course together.

Write your Fashion Business Strategic Plan with us in the Global Lounge starting mid-February. Don’t miss on this chance to set yourself up right, or address what you’ve been missing in your business, get on the Newsletter now for special announcements about the course start date.

Gretchen Harnick is a mentor, teacher and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. She founded Pattern to Plan to support emerging fashion entrepreneurs like you. This global fashion community is a hub for your three most important business needs: free resources, exclusive classes and priceless networking. Learn more about Global Lounge.

3 Secrets To Creating A Writing Routine That Actually Works And Leaves Time for Your Busy Life