Edith Seaton's Blog

I wanted to share today's message from Daily Word as it sums up exactly how I am feeling right now. I am taking a break to rest and recover from a cold without feeling guilty.

"My Break
In this very moment, I claim my health and wholeness.
Taking a break from the activities of the day, I am renewed with energy. In a quiet, reflective time, I am stress-free and prepared for God's healing power within to build up my stamina.
I sustain my health and energy by taking several breaks during the day from whatever is happening in the outer. Whether for a few minutes in the midst of planning or carrying out plans, or for a few weeks between semesters, job searches, or life-changing moments--I take time to focus on and discern what is best for me. Such times for regeneration support the health of every cell and function of my body.
During meditative prayer, concerns dissipate, answers come, and healing flows freely.
"Because you have asked ... for yourself understanding to discern what is right, I now do according to your word. Indeed I give you a wise and discerning mind."--1 Kings 3:11-12"

Positively, Edith

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I feel as if I am emerging from a fog…..for the past month or so I have been preparing for my exit from a company where I have worked for 32 years…most of my adult life…the change is like jumping off the edge of a cliff and I am now in free fall, not knowing where or how I will land.
When I learned of my impending lay-off/retirement, I made a decision that I would not resist. Although I had been preparing for two years, when the time came, it was a difficult transition…fear of the unknown…
Today, I realize that I have an opportunity for a new beginning to create the life I want……sometimes it takes a push to make that “Leap of Faith” So now I am choosing to focus on the things I have always wanted to do..

Today is day three and I have started to develop a new routine ...no more alarm clocks (although I still wake up at the same time as if the alarm went off) funny how the body developes it's own rhythm.

Positively Edith
Edith Seaton

As I pondered my decision to join the Core Inner Circle, I reflected on the powerful women that came before me, and how grateful I am to have this community to learn, grow and share. The women who influenced me along the way were Talented, Bold, Beautiful, Inspiring, Leaders in their Communities, Pace-setters.

Starting here, starting now, in the tradition of my ancestors, I am stepping up to claim my place as a Proud Braveheart Woman.

Edith Seaton
Global Lifestyles Inc.

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When I am feeling overwhelmed, over-commited it's time to re-evaluate...What got me into this state of feeling overwhelmed? Then I figure out what is important to me, and decide what to toss and what to keep. What will it cost me if I say no to someone or something, and will I have the courage to say no?

Here are a few tips from Angie Weid:

1. You deserve to take priority. Take time for yourself. Make sure you give yourself some free time to pamper yourself, just relax, or work on a hobby. Perhaps it is only 10-15 minutes, better than zero. In our home, my boys know that "if mommy is not happy, no one is happy."

2. Do not make excuses for 'no.' People respect honesty and hate hearing excuses. Treat yourself right and you can't help but treat others right too. If you need to use humor to lighten the 'no', do it!

3. Do not make commitments you're not prepared to keep. Saying 'no' is only a refusal of that particular request. Taking on a task that may overwhelm you will only result in added stress in your life and resentment toward the commitment. Much better for you to say 'no.'

4. Remember you don't have to give a reason. We don't give reasons when we say 'yes' so why should we have to give a reason for saying 'no.' A simple 'I appreciate you asking, but no thanks' will often do the trick. Kick your guilt to the curb!

5. Set limits. If you are only available to help for 4 hours on Saturday, tell them that and stick to your limits. Keep in mind to be firm but polite. You need to recognize how much you can reasonably do.

6. Delegate. If nothing else works or you begin to feel a bit a stress building, remember to ask for help. Perhaps delegate some of your commitments to others. Delegation is the key to being a good leader. Break up things among family members, friends, organizations, or co-workers. Allow others to help you.

I guess if all else fails next time someone asks you to do something you really don't want to do, and feel like you can't come up with something quickly, just tell them "Oh, I'd love to, but Angie said No." I'll take the heat for you.

What did you say 'No' to?

Edith Seaton

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I have been looking forward to the day when I could retire from my job.....IT'S HERE...ready or not.

FREEDOM...to travel, create that amazing garden in the backyard...BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU ASK FOR ..YOU JUST MIGHT GET IT!

What now? I believe that when God closes a door, he opens another...so I look forward to the future ready to receive the blessings that are in store for me.

Ready to embrace change!

Positively, Edith

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