The Big 4 WEEK 4: Task 16

"Plant It and It Will Grow"

THE BIG 4

Today, take a piece of paper and draw a line vertically down the middle. Now draw another horizontal line intersecting the vertical line in the middle so you have four equal quadrants. (it should look like an oversized lower case "t") For each quadrant, you need to develop one specific goal for the following categories: 1. Relationship 2. Health 3. Spirituality 4. Finances  Don't write down several goals for one category; just ONE. So think about what the one ultimate goal you really want to accomplish in each area of your life is and write it down. Example: Health - March 2011, I will be at least 20lbs lighter. Finances - I will have $4,000 in my saving account by _ _ _. For this task, be honest, be specific and most of all be ready to act on the goals you write. Keep this list in a place you can find it.

Task 16 = +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 does seeing each goal on paper make you feel?

2. What reasons could keep you from accomplishing any of the four?

"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/

High 5's All Around! WEEK 3: Task 15

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HIGH 5's ALL AROUND!

Today, your name is Miss High Five! Find 3 people you normally don't talk to, look them in the eyes, smile and give them all high fives. Find 3 more people and perform the over the back high fives. Finally, find 3 more people and create your own individual handshake together. Make sure you really get everyone into it with you. Don't worry about explaining yourself. Most people won't even ask why they're giving you a high five. They'll just quietly wish they had your excitement! When people do ask, "What's up with you today, why are we high fiving or why are you so excited?" Simply tell them because you choose to be! Remember, excitement is contagious so SPREAD the love!

Task 15 = +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 the first time you high fived someone?

2. What thoughts made you hesistant?

3. How much did the decision you made today impact your normal attitude?

"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/

Just Say Yes WEEK 3: Task 14

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Just Say Yes

Today, is the direct opposite of yesterday. Your task is to say, "Yes" to as many people, requests, offers, cravings or things as possible. This may be hard for some of you, but give it your best shot. If someone asks you to do something, politely tell them, "Ok, my pleasure, I'm all over it, let me get right on that, I'd be honored to do that for you" or however you can think of to positively respond to whatever they're requesting. Say, "Yes" to any food cravings you have, helping a friend, listening to someone else's problems, going to lunch, a feeling to get up and dance, being late to that meeting, picking up pizza for dinner tonight or to as many things presented to you today. This challenge requires more thought because you're involving other people, and it may be outside of your character, but you can do it!

Good luck and remember, "Just say YES!"

Note: Use some common sense on this task. DON'T say yes to any dangerous, hazardous or compromising situations. Rule of thumb: If a situation feels uncomfortable...DON'T do it!

Task 14 = +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 the first time telling someone yes?

2. What thoughts made you hesistant?

3. How much did the decisions you made impact your daily routine?

"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/

Just Say NO! WEEK 3: Task 13

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JUST SAY NO

Today, your task is to say, "No" to as many people, requests, offers, cravings or things as possible. This may be hard for some of you, but give it your best shot. If someone asks you to do something, politely tell them, "Not right now, I'll follow-up later, I'll get back to you on that, I'm in the middle of something" or whatever nicely gets you out of doing whatever they're requesting. Say, "No" to any food cravings you have, helping a friend, listening to someone else's problems, going to lunch, loaning money, having sex, buying a new outfit, or to as many things presented to you today. This challenge is going to require more thought because you're involving other people, and it may be outside of your character, but you can do it.

Good luck and remember, "Just say NO!"

Task 13 = +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 the first time telling someone no?

2. What thoughts made you hesistant?

3. How much did the decisions you made impact your daily routine?

"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/

What's in Your Purse? WEEK 3: Task 12

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WHAT'S IN YOUR PURSE?

Today, take your purse and empty everything inside it onto your bed. This includes all of your pockets as well. Pretty easy so far right? Now, look at all of the items carefully. For the next 2 days, you can ONLY carry 3 items with you wherever you go. Choose carefully and thoughtfully. Hmmm...cell phone, lip gloss, lotion, blush, wallet, mirror, tampons, tissue, comb, glasses? So many to choose from! If you DON'T carry a purse daily and only carry a wallet, the same rules apply. Empty your wallet completely and choose ONLY 3 of those items to carry for the next 2 days. Remember to be honest with yourself. I know this one is hard, but you can do it! :)

For those of you thinking of cheating...DON'T! Don't spend all day today cramming things into your wallet so you have everything you need in there before you dump out your purse tonight. Don't stash or purposely leave a few important things in your car, at your desk, over his house or in your locker. If you NORMALLY carry those items in your purse...BE HONEST and leave them there! Make the hard decisions to do without for the next couple days. This should be reeeeeally fun! Enjoy!

Task 12 = +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 after dumping your purse out?

2. Which items did you choose and why?

3. How much did the decisions you made impact your daily routine?

"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/

Reverse Your Routines WEEK 3: Task 11

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REVERSE YOUR ROUTINES

 

Task 11 = +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 after trying do reverse a routine for the first time?

2. Which routine challenged you the most?

3. How much thought did you put into completing some of your reversed routines and explain 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/

   

For today's task, throughout the day, your job is to do as many personal routine tasks as you can in reverse. If you put your pants on by placing your left leg in first; today begin by putting in your right first. If you start combing the left side of your hair first; today, reverse the order. Brushing your teeth, how you hold your coffee, which hand you use to eat or wear your watch. How you park your car, take the stairs vs. elevator, which hand you use to navigate your mouse and so on! Be conscious and aware of the routines you've become accustomed to performing. Make the decision to NOT repeat those routines no matter how weird it may feel.   

This is a fun activity to perform because many of us have our lives on auto-pilot and don't realize the ritualistic routines we perform daily. Some things are going to feel very awkward, but do your best to reverse as many of your routines as possible.

If You Were Being Honest WEEK 2: Task 10

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IF YOU WERE BEING HONEST

For today's task, take a sheet of paper, write out and finish the following statements. Don't rush and don't filter anything. Write a total of 5 rationalizations of how you truly feel for each statement. If one of the statements doesn't apply to you, skip it and focus on the ones that do.

1. I feel guilty because __________.
2. I feel sad because ____________.
3. I am angry because ___________.
4. I am sorry because ___________.
5. I am scared because __________.
6. I want to _____________.

Now take the total list of all the statements you've written and highlight the ones that stir up the most emotional memory(s) for you. Keep this list somewhere close because we're going to reference what you've highlighted as your starting point. This is "Where You Are." Now it's time to begin working on getting you to where you want to be.

Great job this week and keep up the good work!

Task 10 = +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 emotion had the strongest presence and why?

2. How did you feel before and after you did this exercise?

"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/