Dear Impish one,
You are the reason for this newsletter. I'm dedicated to
supporting the "imp" in you - especially this month your
desire to Involve Many People in making a positive difference
in the world.

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Are you this month's winner of an Imp "dreams to reality" pillow?
Check Part 3.

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Just a week after sending out last month's newsletter with the
Feature Article "Quantum Leap Frogging", I learned about (and
joined) a brilliant organization taking off phenomenally before
its official launch date.

In "Quantum Leap Frogging", I mentioned four programs with the
intent to raise planetary consciousness (and including you and I
in personal evolution!) They are:
1. Oprah's dialog with Eckhart Tolle about his book "A New Earth"
http://www.oprah.com/obc_classic/webcast/archive/anewearth_archive_main.jsp
2. Charles Holmes "Conscious Planet"
http://www.ConsciousPlanet.net/theImpLady
3. The Intention Experiment http://www.shiftinaction.com/
4. Heart Math  http://www.heartmath.org

The newest "Quantum Leap Frogging" program I learned about through
a telephone interview Chris Attwood (co-author of "The Passion
Test" - a favourite book of mine) had with Spryte Loriano - one of
the co-founders of "Humanity Unites Brilliance" (HUB). Chris used
HUB as a stellar example of the "pillars" each of us needs to
create to successfully underpin our endeavors.

To listen to the recording of Chris' interview with Spryte, go to 
www.thepassiontest.com/hubrecording
(It is an mp3 file and took almost 4 minutes to download.)

The Imp is fairly hoppin' up and down with excitement. "Listen to
the recording," he IMPlores! ""Bev can't convey in a short article
the powerful IMPact HUB is already having on the world."

Even if you have no interest in HUB, the recording holds valuable
information to help you lay a great foundation for any endeavor.

The old paradigm was "Doing it ALONE." For example, a "self-made"
millionaire is NOT "self-made". He or she had to have had the
support of others along the way. HUB's mission is combining the
brilliance of many for the ultimate good of the planet - to have
people move from survival to self-empowerment to sustained
abundance.

Each of us has our own unique gifts and our own unique brilliance.
The brilliance of HUB is bringing us together - creating a synergy
allowing us to do together what none can do alone.

In HUB you can be part of "Circles of Brilliance" interest groups
of 12 people coming together for a purpose.

There are also systems and tools for you to use to develop skills
in the areas of business and personal development and humanitarian
aid.

By helping you move to sustained abundance, as a HUB Ambassador,
you also contribute to humanitarian aid programs in third world
countries to enable people there to move from survival to self-
empowerment to sustained abundance.

I think the whole concept of HUB is brilliant. I was so excited
after Chris' interview with Spryte, I immediately went to the
website and joined. If you are even half as excited as I was (or
curious) I encourage you to go to http://theimplady.hubhub.org
Listen to the audio introduction and explore the site. And then
email me at or phone 250-897-0992.

Remember "TEAM" stands for Together Everyone Achieves Miracles.

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Please include the following paragraph:
Reprinted from IMPressions, the mid-monthly e-newsletter from
Bev Howden, "The Imp Lady", Personal Empowerment Facilitator
Subscribe at http://www.theimplady.com/newsletter-subscribe.htm

The Imp pipes up, "And if you like this newsletter, please pass it
on to family members, friends and colleagues."

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2.Coaching Q&A: How do I create an active life without equating
BUSY with STRESS?

Leah writes,
Like many people, I followed my role models into the syndrome of
rush around work-aholicism. Successful people were always stressed
out, busy people.  After crashing out of that mental loop, I have
successfully trimmed back my life, creating much needed time and
space. However, my evolution requires a further step that is
eluding me.  How do I create an active life, full of pleasurable
activities, without equating BUSY with STRESS?  The slightest
schedule pressure still brings up those fight or flight feelings,
even though the real pressure doesn't exist.  It's like an energetic
habit I can't break. I want to add more activities to my life, work
towards my goals and feel stimulated, but I don't want to equate
challenges and excitement with old feelings of stress, pressure
and anxiety. Does the IMP have any ideas?

Leah, a fantastic question. Gulp, the same one I grapple with!
You're right - it IS an 'energetic habit' and it can be broken.
I'm in the process of doing that.

First, some resources for breaking "energetic patterns" that no
longer serve you.

1. The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Discovery Statement:
"The cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body's
energy system." There are certified practitioners of EFT but you
can easily learn the technique yourself.
Go to http://www.emofree.com to download a free e-book.

2. The Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT) is similar to EFT and is
also easy to learn. They also have a free ebook available at
http://www.TATlife.com

With both techniques you are cautioned to get professional help
if emotions surface that you don't feel you can handle without
support.

3. "Be Set Free Fast!" (BSFF) is a program to help you clear out
old programming that has probably been holding you back. It works
with belief systems. Their book is available for sale as either
a downloadable ebook or a hard copy can be mailed. I bought the
downloadable version and wish that I had bought the hard copy
instead. http://www.besetfreefast.com

All three programs set out very clear step-by-step instructions.

I consciously chose to put this newsletter out "mid-month" which
gives me lots of leeway rather than a stressful deadline.

Ah, that's self-imposed deadlines. But when you face deadlines
imposed by others? Before saying, "Yes" to something - do you have
enough lead time to complete whatever you have to do comfortably
without pressure? Set priorities. What can you let slide until a
project is completed? Who can you get to help?

I've heard Joe Nunziata speak on a teleclass. I like his approach. 
Joe has a free e-course, "How to Uncover Your Hidden Mental
Barriers". He also emphasizes "energy patterns".
http://jnunziata.com

Finally, I'm excited to let you know about the six-month group
program I've just embarked on called "Advanced Spiritual Business
Building". It blends an inner and outer approach. I love the work
Sharon Wilson the Founder does. Check out her website:
http://www.coachingfromspirit.com

What challenges are you facing on your journey to greater self-
empowerment? When your question is answered in this column, you'll
receive a complimentary 40-minute coaching session by phone or
a set of whimsical imp notecards.

Client names are changed to protect identity and maintain
confidentiality. Go ahead! E-mail me your question:
with "Coaching Question" in the subject line.

Your question will be answered promptly.
No waiting until the next newsletter.

Do you really have what it takes to live a life of Inspiration,
Magic and Passion? To find out, take The Imp's Quick Quiz and
apply for a complimentary 40 minute phone consultation.
http://www.theimplady.com/theimpjournal/quick-quiz/

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3. News, Comments, Success Stories, Winners

Introducing Karen Benson, Member Profile:
I was born and raised in the Comox valley on beautiful Vancouver
Island. To me it's Shangra-La. There's no other place I'd rather
be.

I'm a very healthy survivor of an abusive marriage. That was
followed by a lovely relationship of 15 years that sadly ended.

About that time, I started on a path of healing and spiritual
growth. I started attending North Island Unity Church and that's
where I met Bev Howden. Meeting Bev turned out to be a very
positive and influential friendship that I will always cherish.

I remarried a lovely gentle man. We really enjoyed each other.
Unfortunately he has had many health challenges and was recently
diagnosed with dementia. Coping with his situation is stressful.

If there's a gift in all of this, it is that I've gained a broader
view of life and I'm able to encourage others to ask for what they
need and deserve from our Healthcare System.

In closing, I love my career of working with Seniors. Also, I
truly enjoyed the 10 chapters discussion of Eckhart Tolle's book
"A New Earth" with Oprah and Eckhart. Karen.

You're Invited to submit your Member Profile. What is IMPortant
to you? Your Interests? Motivation? Passion? What is an Inner
Magnificent Part of you yearning to express? This is one way to
put it out to the Universe. E-mail
with "Member Profile" in the subject line.

There are 3 ways to win a wee Imp "dreams to reality" pillow
including a "Law of Attraction" booklet to guide its use.

1. Request game cards and mark your location on The Imp's guest
map. It's fun! There's only one rule to this game - don't get
caught doing it!
http://www.theimplady.com/theimpjournal/where-in-world.htm

2. During the first 3 months as a new subscriber.

This month's winner is "Eileen" with a telus.net email address.
Let me know your snail mail address, Eileen, and a wee Imp
"dreams to reality" pillow will be on its way to you promptly.

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4. Inspirational Message to Ponder

"Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change
the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
Margaret Mead

The Imp encourages you to write the quote on a card, read it
regularly, and then journal about your thoughts, insights,
feelings and, especially, actions.

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I mention a lot of great books. If you are interested in having
a copy for yourself, just use my direct quick-link to Amazon:
http://www.theimplady.com/theimpjournal/gotoAmazon

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Who do you know that would enjoy this issue of "IMPressions"?
Just hit the forward button on your e-mail program...

Look for your next newsletter in mid-June.
Warmly, "The Imp and I", Beverley ;-)