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Personal Development

11

Apr

What Are You Grateful For Which Is Yet To Come?

Posted in Goal Setting, gratitude, happiness, Perfect Days, Personal Development, self esteem.
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Wow, what a great response to the last blog about feeling grateful.  It’s always wonderful to get feedback, I feel so grateful.  I received messages of gratitude for family, new jobs, good health, pay rise and also for these messages.

I was given a Gratitude Journal last year by my mentor.  It is a merchandise product from The Secret and I’ve found writing in it a wonderful experience.  I write what I am grateful for now and on the opposite page there is space for writing what I am grateful for in the future – and write from my heart as if I already have/experience it. 

It can feel strange saying “I am so grateful for the beautiful beach house which overlooks the sea” when I do not already have it – the amazing thing is, I’ve found it crystallises my dreams, and I go with the flow of what I’m feeling in that moment.  It doesn’t matter if I repeat over and over the same feelings of gratitude because as you know, where focus goes, energy flows – ie, you get what you focus on!  And it feels FABULOUS!

Go on, try it and let me know how that feels for you.  Focus and celebrate your future now.  Keep a Gratitude Journal and find some time each day (or every few days) – you’ll be amazed at the results you are getting – and the feelings it creates inside of you!

Quote of the day:  “Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation.” Brian Tracy

News Flash: I have space for just 2 new clients this month (Open to ladies in the UK and overseas – via Skype). 

Message me now if you feel ready to step up and find out more about getting the life you know you deserve – be quick, these places will be filled quickly!  

Wishing you so much happiness

Ali xx

Ali Soleil – Feminine Self Esteem Mentor

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04

Apr

What Are You Grateful For Today?

Posted in gratitude, happiness, Perfect Days, Personal Development, self esteem.
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What are you feeling grateful for today?

If it’s true that you get what you focus on, when was the last time you connected your thoughts to your heart and really felt gratitude for what you already have?

When times feel tough it is easy to forget how many magical things are happening, for the roof over your head, the food in your fridge, perhaps your friends and family, for your health, eyes to read this message, ears to hear fabulous music….

When we feel gratitude at a deep level we release wonderful naturally produced chemicals into our blood stream… these lift our spirits, relax us and make smiling a pleasure.  When you find yourself feeling stressed.  Stop for a moment, breath, take 5 minutes out to think and more importantly ‘feel’ really feel the feelings of gratitude.

Try just saying ‘Thank you’ twenty times in the morning and feeling the waves of gratitude wash over you – it’s fabulous!

Quote of the day:  “The single greatest thing you can do to change your life today would be to start being grateful for what you have right now. And the more grateful you are, the more you get.” Oprah Winfrey

Feeling like you could do with some support right now, drop me an email and let’s have a chat?

Wishing you so much happiness

Ali xx

Ali Soleil – Feminine Self Esteem Mentor

Fab Friends Network – www.fabfriendsnetwork.co.uk   Daring Damsels – www.daringdamsels.com   Facebook – www.facebook.com/DaringDamsels

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28

Mar

Love or Rage Which Would You Choose?

Posted in happiness, Life Challenges, Perfect Days, Personal Development, self esteem.
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Have you ever felt like you could self combust with rage?  I know I have.   When things just seem to keep going wrong?  Like the domino effect, one thing triggers the next…. Arrrggghhhh!

Once you find yourself sliding down this slippery pathway to a meltdown it seems the only thing to do is just keep on sliding, doesn’t it?  Saying “I knew that was going to happen”… and it usually does.

This is where things can change.  I can now do it, and I know you can too.

So what is ‘it’?  Well, ‘it’ is love.  Love is the greatest feeling of all wouldn’t you agree?  If you’re feeling love in your heart and body – is it possible to be in a rage at the same time?  I don’t think so.  They are at opposite ends of the emotional spectrum, aren’t they?  You get what you focus on so choose carefully – happiness or anger/frustration?

Rather continuing down the path way to complete meltdown and rage try these 7 tips:

  1. STOP.  Take a moment to acknowledge how you are feeling and focus on your breathing.  Decide to take a few moments out for yourself. 
  2. Gain some perspective on the situation.  Is it really as you imagine/find it or is there another way of looking at it?  Could you be kinder to yourself in this moment than you are currently being?
  3. Depending on where you are or what your circumstance continue to focus on your breathing, close your eyes if it is safe to do so… imagine you are breathing in love, imagine seeing the beautiful colours of love being drawn towards you and circulating around your heart, maybe see butterflies and bubbles.
  4. Breathe out all the frustration. 
  5. Focus on a better feeling thought – love.  Perhaps someone you love and focus your thoughts on some of the qualities within that person or remember back to a time when you felt so happy, so full of laughter.  Focus on those thoughts for a few moments and allow yourself the time to refocus on positive feelings and thoughts. 
  6. Give yourself the gift of a smile and let go. 
  7. Relax your tense muscles and open your eyes to a more positive reality.

Quote of the day:  “For every minute you are angry, you lose sixty seconds of happiness.” Author Unknown

Feeling like you could do with some support right now, drop me an email and let’s have a chat?

Wishing you so much happiness

Ali xx

Ali Soleil – Feminine Self Esteem Mentor

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21

Mar

Have You Watched Sex and The City?

Posted in happiness, Life Challenges, Personal Development, self esteem.
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Have you watched first Sex and the City film?  There was one line that I remember so clearly.  The character Samantha was breaking up with her long term boyfriend Smith and uttered these immortal lines “I love you, but I love me more”.

She loved him but she knew in her heart that it wasn’t right and that in order to be true to herself, ended the relationship.

I wonder how many of us live life pleasing others whilst ignoring our inner calling.  Some of us do this in relationships, some in their work… have you done this too?

The other day I heard a lady saying “Secrets are like shadows on the heart”.  Are you living your truth?   When you can be honest with yourself, what do you know is your truth?  When will be the right time to step up out of your comfort zone and into your truth?  Is it too scary to contemplate this alone?  Would it be easier if you had someone to hold your hand and keep you on track?

I am offering a complimentary 30 minute clarity telephone/Skype coaching sessions to 5 ladies who are ready to step into their truth.  If you are ready to gain some clarity, email me with ‘Clarity Session’ in the subject line.  Last time I made an offer the spaces were snapped up quickly, so let me know now if you’d like one! ali@daringdamsels.com

Quote of the day:  “For me the greatest beauty always lies in the greatest clarity.” Gotthold Ephraim Lessing

Wishing you clarity in your life

Ali xx

Ali Soleil – Feminine Mentor

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14

Mar

Where Is The Love?

Posted in happiness, Life Challenges, Parenting, Perfect Days, Personal Development, self esteem.
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It’s been a great day so far, lots of time to catch up on my business and also to connect with some special friends.  I hope you’re having a good day too!

Something keeps on being said in my head today – which is “Where is the love?” and it’s sung in Justin Timberlake’s voice! ;)   He sang a song with the Black Eyed Peas that has this as its title.  I thought I’d drop you a line and see if it resonates with you.

It ‘should’ all be so simple really, shouldn’t it?  We are love.  We give love.  We love to receive love.  And yet so many of us are pushing against the flow of love and feeling the resistance – which pushes us into a negative state.

When we feel fed up with our children, our partners, our friends, we can so quickly go from 0 – 60 in 5 seconds feeling anger or resentment building up inside of us.  When this happens “where is the love?”  And that’s it really.  Where does it go in that instance?

Listening to some fabulous friends today talking about their situations, I ventured to ask them the question “where is the love?”   It stopped them in their tracks.  If you could take a step away from the situation, take some deep breaths, choose to focus on feeling some love for that person – how could you handle a situation differently? 

How about next time your inner gremlin says something unkind – ask yourself the question “where is the love?” (with or without Justin’s voice!)

Quote of the day: “Eventually you will come to understand that love heals everything, and love is all there is.” Gary Zukav

Here it is! Sending you lots of love

Ali xx

Ali Soleil – Feminine Mentor

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07

Mar

Are you ready to step up? Here is my offer to you

Posted in Goal Setting, happiness, Life Challenges, Personal Development, self esteem.
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I was moved some years ago by a poem which I’d love to share with you.  You may be familiar with the words of Marianne Williamson, I’m sure if you’re like me then you won’t mind reading them again.

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.  Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.  It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.  We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  Actually, who are you not to be?  You are a child of God.  Your playing small does not serve the world.  There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.  We are all meant to shine, as children do.  We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.  It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone.  And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.  As we’re liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”  

I wonder how these words affect you?  I know that the first time I read them I could see how I’d been ‘fitting’ in with everyone else and was keeping myself small so I didn’t stand out, didn’t want to risk criticism from others and lacked belief in myself – I didn’t want to be seen.  Do you do this too?  My self esteem was very low.  It cost me relationships with friends and partners, I didn’t think anyone would find me interesting or my opinions.  I felt I was a disappointment to my family, was happy to spend money on my children but not on myself,  didn’t like myself very much, didn’t feel safe and was always worrying about things.  And then good news -  it began to change!  I got some coaching and mentoring!

It was like the chains that were holding me a prisoner just dropped off and I was able to step into the light, regain my self esteem, discover who I really was and began to live my purpose to the full. 

Whilst I didn’t have the money, I knew I didn’t want to put my life on hold and if things stayed as they were, I’d never have the money.  I could see how much my flawed thought patterns and behaviours were costing me (and as a role model, future generations).  I knew that my happy future depended on getting some support.  I was ready to invest in myself so I borrowed some money and used my credit card.  It was the best thing I could have done to set myself free and to release the ‘real’ me again!

Having a coach to ‘hold my hand’, someone who asked me the difficult questions that I’d never asked myself, who supported and believed in me, my really accelerated my progress.  The results were tremendous!  I still have a coach and a mentor today who support me to accelerate in other areas of my life - coaching is super powerful!

Do you feel ready to step into the light too?  Have these blogs over the months been supporting you to make some changes which are creating a better life for you? 

If you feel that you would like to accelerate your progress, invest in yourself and work with me on a one to one basis then I have an offer for you!  This won’t be for everyone, but if your heart is telling you this is your time, then I have only 5 spaces to take on new clients currently.  I would love to have an informal chat with you if you feel ready to shine.

Most clients choose book a series of 6 x 50 minutes weekly sessions with me as this is more effective than booking one off sessions.  Your investment in 6 sessions is £497.  However, as you are one of my loyal Damsels, I am offering you the opportunity of applying for one of these 5 places with a massive £100 off the usual price bringing this amazing offer to you at £397!!!!   My mentor thinks I’ve lost the plot as my prices will be going up in the near future, and yet I feel in my heart that I want to do this for you.  This blog will be seen many hundred ladies, many of whom have booked sessions with me in the past and who will want to snap up this bargain, so I urge you to be quick in replying.  Please email me with ‘Application for discount’ in the subject line and a short message and I’ll get back to you asap to arrange our informal, no obligation chat ali@daringdamsels.com.  This offer is only open to you for the next 7 days.

Let me know if you are ready to draw the line in the sand, to step up into the light to allow me the privilege of supporting you get your life ‘back’.

With love and happiness

Ali xx  Feminine Self Esteem Mentor

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What do some previous clients say about their coaching/mentoring experience with me?

“Ali’s wonderful warmth and generous spirit puts you immediately at ease. Her intuition and empathy combined with a fervent support of what makes each individual woman uniquely special leads to a coaching session that is uplifting and inspiring. Ali will not only make you realise what is great about you, but help you on a path towards realising your own unique potential.” Yiannik Bennett, Florida

“Ali immediately made me feel very comfortable and safe during our coaching session with her friendly and empathetic approach. I had been blocked for some time and was unsure how to progress forward. She skillfully changed tack when it became apparent that I was not going to respond predictably but still enabled me to feel in control at all times. Due to her spontaneous and skillful creativity, we ended up achieving far more than I would have dreamed possible. As a result of the session, I at last feel able to move forward again, helped in no small way by the strategies and exercises she has given me. I give Ali highest recommendation. Anyone who is seeking sensitive and skilled guidance in their business or personal lives would benefit greatly by seeking her help”. Laurelle Rond, England

“What is special about Ali’s coaching is her gentle and compassionate approach, along with her perceptive and intuitive insights. Through her support and her powerful questioning, I have been able to see more clearly and be more empowered. I would thoroughly recommend her to anyone who wants to make deep and significant changes in their lives. Thank you Ali for all your help!” Hilary Reeves, England

“Ali has a great manner about her. She is patient and easy to talk to and really helped me to think about my priorities and focus in life.”  Ros Kitson, England

“Ali is a wonderful, sensitive and compassionate coach and friend. She has helped me to get back in touch with my self worth and talents when I had lost sight of them, spending many years at home looking after my family. I now feel ready to move on to the next stage of my life and I am very grateful to Ali for helping me find the way.” Chris Iishin Horner, New Zealand

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28

Feb

A Client Shares Her Story

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May I share an email which I received with you?  It’s from an inspiring lady in New Zealand called Sheryl who signed up for the 7 Fed Up to Fabulous tips on this website and found the weekly newsletter tips to be a real lifeline… she gained great value from her mentoring call… this is her story.  (Sheryl’s given her permission for me to share with you.)

Send me an email to arrange an informal chat about how my mentoring could support you to step up and realise your potential – I’d love to hear from you ali@daringdamsels.com

 Ali xx

Feminine Self Esteem Mentor   

Fab Friends Network www.fabfriendsnetwork.co.uk   Daring Damsels www.daringdamsels.com    Facebook  www.facebook.com/DaringDamsels

Hi Ali

How can I tell you how much your call to me meant? We had such trouble with the time zones but managed it finally with your mathematical brain, thanks for loaning it to me :)

When I first saw the ad for Daring Damsels I was at a really low point in my life, with not enough income, a troubled relationship with my daughter, and not enough to do. I had moved to this city a year & a half earlier, and still hadn’t formed significant relationships, which bothered me a lot. 

Especially being a people person. I had got to the point of either checking out finally from my lot, or doing something about it. That’s when I looked up your website and subscribed to your newsletters. 

I have to say they were very encouraging, a string to hold on to… a lifeline if you will. I loved the positive affirmations video and shared the information on Facebook, hoping it would encourage others as it had done me.

As I continued to read I thought a lot about who I am and what I want out of life. For me it’s to have significant bountiful relationships with the people in my life. I want to nurture and grow those relationships, while being true to who I am, and what I believe in.

I started to set some boundaries in my life, and it’s changed a whole lot of things. I lost people along the way who didn’t ‘get me’, and the places I go and people I see are different now. I only hang out with the people I like mostly hehe, family are a no choice zone sometimes. 

I only compromise sometimes because it’s easier for me than for them. I’m a giving person so I like to give of myself and my skills and abilities where I’m able. As long as I don’t deny myself doing it.

When we got to the mentoring stage via Skype, I had come to that place, and for you to affirm me in the way you did, really helped. I was still a little unsure of whether I was headed in the right direction. Now I KNOW I am, and am going to make this MY TIME TO SHINE. 

Life is not a rehearsal, you reminded me of that. We only get one go at it. I’m still learning and hope to continue to do so, as I mature like a delicious blue cheese…just gets better with age.

I will continue to pass on what I’ve learned Ali; once again thank you so much for sharing your time and skills with me.

With much love and appreciation

Sheryl

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27

Dec

Are You Sensitive To Criticism?

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I hope you’re finding yourself feeling a bit more aware of your response to compliments since the last blog on that subject.  How about criticisms?  It’s difficult to get through a life time without a lot of small, medium and large criticisms. 

If someone says a throw away comment which feels like a criticism or an insult – how do you react to that?  From my experience of coaching fabulous ladies, I find that most of us allow a criticism to cut to the core.  It sits in our heads and we re-live the negative feelings forever more and yet a compliment just vaporises away as if it never happened.  Isn’t that interesting?

By raising our awareness we can live more consciously and choose how we deal with compliments and criticisms.  So when you feel criticised, it may sting, you may initially feel a negative emotion but stop and think about what’s happening. 

Where are these words coming from?  From a place of love/support or from a place of negativity?  Choose to address what’s been said, breath slowly, relax your muscles and choose feel the warmth of someone caring enough to pass on their thoughts.  Review where there may be merit to the issue, what common ground there could be and take any necessary action, then it let go…. and move on!!!  After all, why wouldn’t you?  You have a fabulous life to lead which is a blessing in its self!

If you are enjoying these reflections and tips please do tell your friends and family – ask them to sign up for their 7 Fed Up to Fabulous Tips at www.daringdamsels.com

Quote of the day:  “Insults should be written in sand, compliments should be carved in stone” Arab Proverb

Wishing you happiness

 Ali xx

 Ali Soleil – Feminine Mentor

 www.DaringDamsels.com

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19

Oct

What do you want?

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When you’re thinking about your life and looking forward, do you know what you really want? 

Knowing what you want is the important thing.  Not to worry about the ‘how’… but to keep focused on the outcome, what you want to happen and not get bogged down in the nitty gritty of how it will become your reality.

It’s good for you to have some clarity about what you really want.  Most of us know what we don’t want and struggle to know what we do want.  As you’re reading this, I know you are wanting to gain higher self esteem and confidence.  Imagine how different your home life, family life, career, finances etc will be once you have built these up - these are your reasons for building your self esteem in the first place.  If you are unclear about what you want and maybe there are some grey areas in your thinking.  You’re not alone, so many clients struggle with this and they book me for a coaching session or more.  If you’d like to devote some special time to exploring and discovering just what you do want, email me at ali@daringdamsels.com this is your life, you deserve it to be a fulfilling and happy one!

So, whatever you want or dream of, get into the habit of asking yourself – or even praying to a higher power for an answer every night before you fall asleep.  Ask for the way to be shown to you.  You may well wake up with more ideas – write them down and keep pen and paper by your bed ready. 

What I’ve started doing more recently is keeping a diary just to record the bursts of inspiration.  So often we do not do anything with this information or ideas which come from our higher self/Universe and yet they are the very gifts which will guide us on our path.  Today I looked at my diary again and had already forgotten to take action on some points – so I was so grateful for having recorded them.  That’s what we all do, we get the messages, think wow and then we forget them, so I urge you to keep a record of them and begin taking action.

The way to achieve your dreams may not seem probable or realistic at first glance, it does not mean that it is impossible, just open your mind… and be aware that sometimes the way will be shown in a less likely way than the obvious. 

Quote of the day

 ”Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve.” Mary Kay Ash

 Wishing you all you wish for yourself

 Ali xx

Feminine Self Esteem Mentor – www.DaringDamsels.com

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11

Oct

Who are you? What is your identity?

Posted in gratitude, happiness, Life Challenges, Perfect Days, Personal Development, self esteem.
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Sometime we can lose track of who we are.  Have you ever felt like that?  I know I did.  Sometimes it’s the difference between living and existing.  When you lose track of who you are, you can feel you’ve lost your voice, wouldn’t you agree?  The great news is – it doesn’t have to be this way!

Watch this short video I’ve created for you about regaining your identity, which will support you to raise your self esteem and begin to really live again.  Do comment or email me your thoughts ali@daringdamsels.com.  If you feel ready to make a shift; if your heart is telling you now is your time – then email me about a free consultation where we can explore how I can support you to feel more fabulous and live the life you desire.

Wishing you oodles of self love

Ali xx

Feminine Self Esteem Mentor – www.daringdamsels.com

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