Our mind, if left unchecked, will take the path of least resistance when it comes to our thoughts and beliefs. We may start to believe things like “I will never get ahead”, “I can’t do it”, “I am overwhelmed and stressed out”, “I am just not lucky” and “I am not good enough”. These thoughts are not true, but when they play automatically over and over in our mind, we start to believe them and assume they are true. It is possible to stop the monkey mind.

We can change and control our thoughts rather than letting our thoughts control us. We have the power to change our thinking and approach life from a new perspective. A properly trained coach can help us to become the best version of ourselves, changing and eliminating negative and/or destructive self-talk. Simple techniques can be implemented that will change our thinking and, therefore, change our life.

By learning to change and control our thoughts, we can achieve increased motivation, optimism and balance, while reducing stress, worry and anxiety. Those who are experiencing burnout at work, overwhelm and never-ending stress, who want to break through blocks and limitations they are experiencing relating to a lifestyle change such as weight loss or fitness, or who want to improve relationships and communication, will find that it is all possible and easier than once thought.

Renee Powers, owner of Human Potential Coach, is a Certified Wellness Coach and a Holistic Life Coach with a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Counseling. Powers currently offers private, custom coaching, as well as two programs: 9-Week Discover Meditation and 6-Week You +Potential. Connect at 520-222-9063,
[email protected] or HumanPotentialCoach.com. See ad, page 8.