As much as we love it when people in our lives are singing our praises, the reality is, we may not always hang their moon. 

What if our first response to negative feedback from others is to ground ourselves in the one thing we DO control – our own attitudes and state of mind?

What if we separate ourselves from the emotions of others, seek to understand their response, and consciously assess how we want to relate to each other?

What if conflict provides an opportunity to take a deep breath, manage our own internal state, and perhaps even discover new ways to care for each other?

“Whenever you’re in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.” – William James

What If UpDate: Our Spiritual Entrepreneur group on LinkedIn is growing by leaps and bounds!  Please spread the word to any purpose-driven entrepreneurs and business owners you know.  There is some GREAT dialogue happening there all week long…

P.S. By the way, did you know that Mother’s Day was originally created by women who sought to find more peaceful ways to resolve conflict?  Sending special love and blessings to all of you moms and women who mother! Hope you had a blessed Mother’s Day…

Mindy Audlin speaks with Bill Lynch, author of “Fill Your Stands with Lifelong Fans”, Networking Expert, Network on Purpose DreamTeam Mastermind event, http://www.networkonpurpose.com

“And looking at them Jesus said to them, ‘With people this is impossible, but with God all things are possible’”—Matthew 19:26

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This week’s possibility is inspired by Twiggy, the water-skiing squirrel, who performed this weekend at a spring festival I attended. Orphaned as a baby, Twiggy was lovingly raised by humans who discovered her love of the water, and, it turns out, a natural aptitude for water-skiing.

What if there are hidden talents within YOU still waiting to be discovered?

What if you let go of beliefs about what you “can’t” do and entertain possibilities that you are more capable than you ever imagined?

What if by opening to new possibilities, you actually experience a deeper sense of joy and satisfaction than you have ever known?

“It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” – Walt Disney

What If UpDate: Every now and then, I get requests for personal coaching on how to apply the “What If UP” process to specific situations.  This week, I worked with a pre-law student in New York, and I was so excited by his feedback, I wanted to share it (with permission, of course):

“Out of all the types of therapy that I had over the years, I don’t recall such a profound change in one session. I guess you are really onto something!! I also think that you have to do everything to get your methods out there, the world needs it.” 

So, I thought I’d ask YOU – would you or anyone you know be interested in either private or group What -If-Up application coaching?  What issues would you most like support in moving through?  I would love to hear from you.  Just reply to me at this address to share your thoughts…

P.S. Yes, Twiggy is a real  squirrel.  Here’s the video I shot this weekend of her in action.  Hope it inspires YOU to try new things this week!

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.”—Philippians 2:3

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Big dreams are risky.  You might fail.  People might laugh. It might be hard.  You could lose out in the end. But…

What if the dream is worth the risk?

What if the greater risk is playing small and settling for what you already know?

What if the stretch, the challenge, and the growth you experience when you aim high is the greatest reward of all?

“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” – T.S. Eliot

What If UpDate: Last call!  If you’ve got a business (or a business idea!) and you’re ready to LEAP into action, I’ve still got a few spots open in my “Spiritual Entrepreneur” coaching sessions – starting this week! We’re capping the group at 12 people and embarking on a 16-week journey of consciously maneuvering the risks so we can experience the personal fulfillment of following our purpose and the financial reward of taking consistent, strategic action. Email me at mindyATwhatifup.com  (right now while you’re thinking about it!) to learn more.

P.S. Check out the miracle of motion: “If you’re afraid to fall, you fall because you’re afraid.  Everything is choice.”

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Chuck Burch is a member of the Richardson chapter of Network on Purpose. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a Certified Financial Planner Certificant (CFP®) and has earned the designation as a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS”). He has over 25 years of diversified Financial experience with Businesses of all sizes. He specializes in Guidance to growing enterprises and individuals considering business ventures. He has taken best practices in large organizations and implemented them in varied business environments.