Encouragement

Elizabeth’s Guide to Setting Boundaries and Saying No

Posted by reallifee on Nov 14, 2011 in E Notes, E Press, E Tips, Encouragement, Psychology, Relationships, Schedule Makeover, Uncategorized | 0 comments

In her article, “Setting Boundaries & Saying No…Nicely,” expert time coach Elizabeth Grace Saunders explains how to navigate situations where it could be difficult to say, “No.” Check out this article for professional, courteous scripts that you can use for e-mail or in-person responses. Stop stretching yourself too thin, and say “YES!” to reading Elizabeth’s article on The 99%! About Real Life E® Elizabeth Grace Saunders is the founder and CEO of Real Life E® a time coaching and training company that empowers individuals who feel guilty, overwhelmed and frustrated to feel peaceful, confident and accomplished...

Hope for Clients Battling Depression

Posted by reallifee on Nov 7, 2011 in E Notes, Encouragement, Health & Wellness, Psychology, Resources, Schedule Makeover, Uncategorized | 1 comment

Shorter days and colder weather can be a bit of a let down for many people. However if you struggle with depression, the changing seasons may not only dampen your spirit but also disrupt your time management, work/life balance, and strong relationship building attempts. Fortunately, you can find tools and support to function during the darker months of the year. Check out the links below to learn more about depression, and discover helpful resources. Be gentle with yourself, and hang in there! Spring’s around the corner! To your brilliance! The Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Overview: clear educational summary, including info about symptoms, treatment, causes,...

Help for ADD/ADHD Clients

Posted by reallifee on Oct 24, 2011 in E Notes, Encouragement, Health & Wellness, Psychology, Resources, Schedule Makeover, Uncategorized | 0 comments

Time Management can be a challenge for anyone, but staying on task can be especially difficult for those struggling with ADD or ADHD. But there’s hope! Elizabeth has experience working with clients of all different personality types and learning styles. The key to change is recognizing the challenge and finding a solution that works best for you. Check out some of the resources below to learn more about ADD/ADHD, to understand how it may have an impact on your work/life balance, and to connect with others who are struggling with some of the same difficulties. To your brilliance! The Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Overview of Adult ADHD: easy-to-grasp...

Pet Time: Dog Routines

Posted by reallifee on Oct 3, 2011 in E Tips, Encouragement, Health & Wellness, Relationships, Resources, Uncategorized | 0 comments

If you’re a dog lover, your four-legged friend is your ultimate companion. But when you’re feeling overwhelmed, you barely have time to exercise yourself, let alone make sure Fido gets enough exercise too. Keep yourself and your dog healthy and happy with a few well-placed additions to your dog care schedule. Building a routine for your pet is mutually beneficial. Taking 20-30 minutes to walk your dog before tackling your next project can give you just the respite you need to clear your mind and get pumped up to move forward. Plus, walking your dog enforces a strong leadership position with your pet. For most dogs, trotting around by themselves in the...

Ditching the Dread… Of Success

Posted by reallifee on Sep 26, 2011 in E Profiles, E Tips, Encouragement, Health & Wellness, Psychology, Resources, Schedule Makeover, Uncategorized | 0 comments

We’ve all experienced that roller coaster of project-related emotions at some point in life. While performing at the top of your game is initially empowering and motivating, the pressure to continually outperform yourself can be debilitating. An activity that once filled you with joy, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment now fills you with dread. Well, it’s time to ditch that dread and gain your confidence back! In her recent newsletter, Elizabeth describes the inspirational turnaround of a wonderful client. Try out some of the tools and strategies in the latest client success story below. Starting a new project in an area where you have excelled but...

Meet Joe: A True Success Story

Posted by reallifee on Aug 30, 2011 in E Notes, Encouragement, Psychology, Schedule Makeover, Uncategorized | 1 comment

Often, being busy, busy, busy with everything under the sun is perceived as making someone highly successful. The more you can juggle, the better you are, right? Wrong. Just because you have the drive to try and do everything for everyone does not at all mean that you should. In her latest newsletter, Elizabeth describes how one of her coaching client’s “successes” actually held him back. Check out Elizabeth’s article below to see how you can be succesful, and still feel in control. To work-life brilliance! When Joe reached out to me this February… He had a lot going for him such as: A cool job at a small biotech company A lot of...