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Issue # 70 January 2009
Dear Impish one,
You are the reason for this newsletter. I'm dedicated to
supporting the "imp" in you - especially this month the
Inner Meaning and Purpose of
your life. "Oh," The Imp adds,
or Insousiance, Mirth and Playfulness
if you prefer!"
This newsletter is 100% opt-in only. You're receiving it
because you subscribed to it as a member of "The Imp
Community" online, or a friend passed it on. To opt-in or
to discontinue, sIMPly follow the instructions at the
bottom of the page.
A special welcome to new subscribers! Earlier editions are
archived:
http://www.theimplady.com/theimpjournal/archives
Are you this month's winner of an Imp "dreams to reality" pillow?
Check Part 3.
If you have a website and would like a link to it from
http://www.TheImpLady.com check out info
about that in Part 3.
A great benefit to being an Imp Community member!
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1. Feature Article:
Be an Inspiration!============================================================
1. Feature Article:
Be an Inspiration!We're two weeks into 2009 and offering some resources not only
to inspire you, but for you to be an inspiration for others.
Let your light shine in 2009!
Thanks to Brenda Gibbs for sharing this one.
http://www.appreciationmovie.com
The Imp recently met a Pixie! Minna, is spreading a beacon for
equality, peace and love around the world with her song
There's one quick and easy thing you can do to help Love Shine a
little further around the world - touch others by sharing Minna's
beautiful anthem.
To download a free mp3 of Minna's inspiring song,
"Love Shines"Found this one in the local newspaper last week:
Bev Moquin wanted to do something about the mounting frustration
and negativity she was observing in those around her. So in 2006
she started Won-a-day blog to share daily wonders. Check it out:
http://www.wonaday.wordpress.com
Molly Hamilton has written a song called
"Make a Wonderful Day"."Oh, adds The Imp, "Molly would love to have you help put her
'
(I met Molly Hamilton at the "Awakening Your Brilliance" event
I attended in September. Contact me if you'd be interested in
attending a future "Awakening Your Brilliance" event.)
Did you know that Wayne Dyer has made a movie? Check out
http://www.AmbitionToMeaning.com
Consider hosting a group screening.
If you have discovered inspirational websites, videos or books
that you'd like to share with The Imp Community please send
information to with
"another inspiration"
in the subject line.
"Yes", The Imp wraps it up here, "Let your light shine in 2009!"
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The Imp pipes up, "If you like this newsletter, please pass it
on to family members, friends and colleagues."
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2. Coaching Q&A:
Why Can I Feel really Great About MyselfWe have a Guest Coach this issue, one of our own Imp Community
members, Sandy Slovack, Registered Clinical Counsellor.
Shelley asks:
I am someone who actually has pretty good self-esteem most of the
time. What I’m hoping you can tell me, however, is why I can feel
really great about myself some days and be down on myself on
other days? Will I ever be able to just feel good all the time?
Sandy’s Answer:
Great question, Shelley!! Experiencing "ups and downs" is normal.
Life has ebbs and flows so that we can appreciate life through
experiencing contrast. If you don’t feel low at times, you'd have
nothing to compare feeling great with.
Many things may have an impact on your moods and your moods will
change but it is possible to have an unwavering belief that you're
ok, no matter what. It is possible, even during a difficult time,
to remain solid in knowing that you are a worthwhile, lovable and
valuable person. What you believe or how you think is different
than how you feel.
Usually when I allow doubt to creep in about my abilities or self-
worth it is because I am measuring my results using external
criteria. What I mean by that is that I am listening to other
peoples’ opinions or comparing myself to other things.
Self-esteem is a belief that I have about myself in my own core
and it has nothing to do with the external world.
When I believe in my own value, external factors don’t have to
have any bearing on whether I feel good about me. I may hear an
opinion about me that differs from my opinion, for example, but
when I am solid, that opinion will not have a negative affect on
me that it may once have had. Getting strong in my new belief in
my own value allows me to move forward in my life without holding
back against opposing beliefs.
If you ever have those days when you allow yourself to feel less
than worthwhile, ask yourself "what am I agreeing to think about
myself that’s negative?" When you come up with the belief that
lies beneath that, look for contrasting evidence; find times when
your negative belief is NOT true. Focus on the positive evidence
that you have value.
Check in with your internal messages. If someone calls you down,
and you listen to that, it’s a good indicator that your self-
esteem needs some care and attention. We are fundamentally
valuable and lovable at our core. If you have lost that belief
it is because, somewhere along the line, you believed someone
else.
It’s never too late to remember your magnificence. You can do
that permanently by identifying beliefs you have that do not
serve you and changing them to positive, affirming beliefs.
The Imp is just bursting to jump in here and add, "Let Sandy show
you how!"
Short notice but she has a free teleseminar called
"Is SomethingSandy offers a 4-week workshop that’s by telephone and computer.
Sandy says, "For the first 20 people registered, I'll also
include a 1:1 coaching session. I'm so sure that you will get
value from the workshop, I offer a 100% money back guarantee."
The Imp wants the last word,"Why wait to feel good about you?
Follow the links for more information and to register now!"
For Sandy’s Workshop, click here:
http://www.1shoppingcart.com/app/?Clk=2693944
To get a copy of Sandy’s e-book
If you suspect that your self esteem, or the self esteem of some-
one you care about, could use a permanent boost, Sandy invites you
to read her complimentary article
What challenges are you facing on your journey to greater self-
empowerment? When your question is answered in this column, you
will 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 Alan Pattinson, Member
Profile:
Hi, I'm the webmaster for Bev’s websites. There are a lot of
"gems" in these newsletters! I find Bev’s constant unrelenting
determination and persistence to be an inspiration. The wisdom
she writes in the newsletters are core to my life’s beliefs.
What is IMPortant to me:
- Keeping my attitude positive no matter what, while still accept-
ing and allowing emotions.
- My family and friends - keeping in touch, supporting and being
supported by them.
- Being active physically - I love it when my body "sings" - which
happens when I give it attention (exercise) and honour (good food)
- Being active mentally - in my work and life I am constantly
learning new things, programs, ways of thinking...
- Being active spiritually - I believe (and it has been shown) in
a higher power - some call it God, but I prefer to use the term
"Universal Energy". We are all part of it; it is within us; this
energy can be access to our greater good; if we need guidance all
we have to do is ask for it (and be open to receiving an answer!)
- Realizing that "mistakes" are common to every human; the
important part of doing a "mistake" is to LEARN A LESSON!
I encourage every reader to submit their profile to this news-
letter, as it is a valuable tool in reaffirming your beliefs and
yourself!!!
Adds The Imp, "I want you to know Alan is wonderful to work with.
If you are needing to get a website built or maintained check out
his website."
http://www.PacificWebsites.com
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.
As an Imp Community member, you can have a link to your website
at
http://www.TheImpLady.com/links.htm
Scroll down until you see the heading "Imp Community Members",
or click on those words at the top just under the main heading
"Introducing My Picks", to
see where it will be placed.
There's also information there how you can place a reciprocal
link. "Which," pipes up The Imp, "Would be greatly appreciated."
To have your website included email me
with
the title you want, your URL and a brief description.
My webmaster will take it from there.
Please say "Member Website" in the subject line.
If you would like to be profoundly moved, ("That means shaken up
a bit," whispers The Imp), I've recently read two books that
have made a significant IMPact on me.
The first is
"Radical Gratitude" by Mary Jo Leddy. It exploresThe second is
"In Case of Emergency, Ask Question: Finding YourThere 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.
3. When you purchase
The Imp Journal: Guided Journal Writing for"Yahoo!" cheers The Imp, "Deborah S. is this month's winner."
Contact me Deborah at
with your snail mail
address and a wee Imp "dreams to reality" pillow will be on its
way to you. If you wish to tell us a little about yourself to
share with readers The Imp would be delighted!
Are you ready to create an Inspirational Manual
of Possibilities
for your life? That's what
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4. Inspirational Message to Ponder
"We are not little suns; we are the shining." (anonymous)
The Imp encourages you to write the quote on a card, look at it
often 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
The Imp, the delight of my life, came to me during the bleakest
period of my life. If you're rebuilding your life or reinventing
who you are, check out my other website
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Be part of "Humanity Unites Brilliance" (HUB).
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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-February.
Warmly, "The Imp and I", Beverley ;-)
Beverley Howden, M.Ed.
"The Imp Lady"
Personal Empowerment Facilitator
1-250-897-0992
The Imp, the delight of my life, came to me during the bleakest
period of my life. If you're rebuilding your life or reinventing
who you are, check out my other website
http://www.StartingLifeOver.com
Facing health challenges? Life too stressful?
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