What Would You Do? - WEEK 6: Task 26

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

Today, take a few minutes to relax and reflect. Take a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle. If your life could be whatever you wanted it to be, what would it look like? Think about that question and on one side write about "what the good life looks like to you." Don't be bashful about dreaming BIG! Be as detailed oriented as possible; these are your dreams and no one elses. On the other side, write about all the things stopping you from living that dream.

Task 26 = +2 points for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. How did you feel before, during and after this task? 

2. How hard was it for you to see yourself in such a positive way? 

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/

Time for a Temper Tantrum - WEEK 5: Task 25

TIME FOR A TEMPER TANTRUM

Today's task may not be easy for some of you, but please give it a try. You've been so disciplined and controlled lately it's time to lose it. The next time you're alone, I want you to have a good old fashion temper tantrum for 60 seconds. Kick, scream, yell, punch, pout, shake your hair, run, jump, fall out, growl or whatever melodramitic antics you can do to let it out! Make sure you use your whole body. (Think of a bad child who's horribly embarrassing his mother in the produce section of the grocery store) You need to be and act like that child today. This can be done in your car, closet, bathroom, garage, office wherever! Just make sure you're not disturbed while you're acting this out. While you're throwing your tantrum, think about whoever or whatever has hurt and held you hostage. For whatever reason, you haven't gotten your way so lose control and throw a temper tantrum about it just like the bad kid.   

Task 25 = +2 points for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. What made you hesitant to do this task?

2. How did you feel before, during and after your tantrum?
3. How hard was it for you to lower your wall? 

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/

Is It REALLY Easier to Tell a Stranger? WEEK 5: Task 23

IS IT REALLY EASIER TO TELL A STRANGER?

Today is going to very similar to yesterday except I'm going to push you a little more. Find a stranger and tell them your TRUE life story. It doesn't have to be the graphic version with every detail included, but it needs to be enough information so the stranger walks away knowing your tragedies, pains, successes and ultimately who you are. The stranger can be a co-worker you've never spoken to, someone in the grocery store, coffee shop, daycare, mall or wherever! Just make sure you let your wall down enough to tell someone your TRUE story. Also make sure you encourage the stranger to give feedback and ask questions. BIG task, but you can do it!

Task 23 = +2 points for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. Who did you approach and why?

2. How did you feel before, during and after you told your story?
3. How hard was it for you to lower your wall? 

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/

Tell Me a Secret - WEEK 5: Task 22

TELL ME A SECRET

This is one of my favorite exercises, but it's also going to be one of the more challenging tasks for some of you. Pick a friend, partner, spouse or relative, sit them down and honestly tell them 3 things about yourself you've never shared before. Share something you've carried around with you for awhile and have been either too embarrassed, ashamed, guilty or afraid to share with anyone. Don't just share something on the surface or that's superficial, really lower your wall and reach for something you need to release. Make sure you're in a safe and comfortable space while you're sharing these things.

Task 22 = +2 point for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. What secret has been holding you hostage the most?

2. How did you feel before, during and after you talked about your secrets?

3. How hard was it for you to lower your wall? 

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/

Take Off the Cruise Controls - WEEK 5: Task 21

TAKE OFF THE CRUISE CONTROLS

 

Today is no automation day. The task is to NOT use anything that automates something for you. If you use a remote control to turn the channels on your tv...you cannot use it today. Get up and change the channel. For all your phone calls, do not just punch the name or speed-dial #s; dial all the numbers manually. Changing radio stations in the car; do it manually. No microwave; cook something. No cutting & pasting on the computer; re-type it out. No shower; take a bath. No Electric toothbrush; breakout the ole manual one and BRUSH! No garage door opener when you come back home; park outside. No Toll way EZ passes; stop and pay. Get the point yet? Whatever things in your life have you on cruise control, think about them and do your best to NOT utilize them all day.

 

Task 21 = +2 point for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. How did you feel as you were doing this task?

2. What was the most difficult thing you did without and why?

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/

Relax Relate Release - WEEK 5: Task 21

Theme: Who's in Control?

RELAX RELATE RELEASE

Today, take 5 minutes to center yourself. Sit up straight in your chair, close your eyes and take 5 deep breaths in and out. Try to count to 10 as you inhale and exhale. Clear your mind and think about relaxing and releasing. Forget about your drama, deadlines, kids, relationship, boss, finances, or anything that may be stressing you out right now. The only important thing is breathing and where you are right now. Do this exercise at least 3 times today. Pretty easy task, but make sure you get the full experience of relaxing, relating and releasing everything for those 5 minutes.

Task 20 = +1 point for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. How did you feel as you were doing this task?

2. What was controlling thoughts the most today?

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/

Plant it and it Will Grow - WEEK 4: Task 20

PLANT IT AND IT WILL GROW

This challenge is going to take a little more effort, but it's worth it. For this task, if you haven't already, you'll need to pick up a couple of supplies:

1. Go to Home Depot and purchase a packet of Viola (#8339) or Pansy (#8388) flower seeds. (Packet only cost $1.00)

2. Go to Home Depot and also purchase Jiffy Windowsill Greenhouse plant carton. (it looks like an empty egg carton) It's used to grow plants.

Once you've gotten your supplies, find a good spot for placement and simply follow the instructions to plant your seeds accordingly. Make sure you do what it takes to nuture and grow the flowers you've selected. I know, I know you've never been able to grow anything in your life! However, you will DEFINITELY succeed this time! The seeds you're planting are symbolic of the goals you've set for yourself so the same rules apply; Make it, Measure it and MEAN it!  

NOTE: If you don't have a Home Depot near you, goto your nearest floweral store.

Task 20 = +3 points for completing

Journal Questions:
After you complete this task - Go to the quiet space you've created for your self, take 3 deep breaths, read the below questions and journal about everything that comes to mind. Don't think too hard...just write as if you were talking on the phone to a friend.

1. How did you feel as you were doing this task?

2. How does it feel knowing that something you've planted will soon blossom?

"Keep the faith, keep making it happen and remember to always stay out of your own way!"

Jack A. Daniels is a best-selling author, speaker, syndicated columnist and counselor. Jack can be contacted for interviews, speaking engagements, questions or comments concerning this blog and/or project @ http://www.presspause.org/