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"We have known Karyn Riley for at least four years, and we are very impressed with her high standard of professionalism dealing with clients who use our premises for workshops and life coaching sessions. She is very honest, reliable, has great organisational skills and an engaging personality. We would happily recommend Karyn to
anyone who needs encouragement and guidance in the future."
Gaye and Lindsay Johnson
Huntingdon Grange Function Centre
Simplify Your Life.
Hi there! In our last newsletter for 2007, we look at ways to simplify your life and minimise stress over the upcoming festive season, preview the next series of our popular workshops for parents, and offer unique gift ideas for family and friends this Christmas. Have a very Merry Christmas and best wishes for a fantastic year in 2008!
Warm regards,
Karyn.
Simplify Your Life
Just under two weeks until Christmas! Mailboxes are overflowing, parking at shopping malls is at a premium and appointment diaries are filled with more social engagements than you have had all year!
This time of year, we often begin to feel exhausted, overwhelmed and edgy. Unrealistic expectations of having everything done before Christmas can lead to increased pressure on individuals and families. Our stress levels increase while our tolerance levels decrease. Instead of being filled with Christmas cheer and goodwill to all, for some this can be a very stressful time of year.
With this in mind, here are ten ideas on how to simplify your life so you can relax and enjoy this Christmas:
1. Make self-care your top priority.
2. Eliminate all thoughts of I should and I have to.
3. Establish strong, healthy boundaries so you can focus on what you want and need.
4. Become comfortable saying no, without feeling guilty!
5. Get organised! Have a written plan for your priorities and strategies for the Christmas period.
6. Identify your top priority, undertaking one thing at a time.
7. Schedule blocks of time in your diary or personal organiser, which assists in managing time effectively.
8. Do not try to do it all! This will only result in guilt, stress and burnout. Ask for assistance or delegate where necessary.
9. Aim to keep things simple, achievable and realistic.
10. Shop smarter. Plan your shopping in advance. Use a shopping list, telephone beforehand to check items are in stock and take advantage of online shopping and extended trading hours.
Simplifying your life allows you to have more time and energy, to gain clarity on what is truly important to you and to experience a sense of peace and calm. Take time out to relax and enjoy the true spirit of the festive season with family, friends, and loved ones. Merry Christmas!
How do you survive the silly season? Share your tips, thoughts and ideas with us at results@rileylife.co.nz or contact us online at www.rileylife.co.nz
Upcoming Workshops: Free Yourself From The Challenges Of Parenting
An eight week programme facilitated by parent coach and inspirational speaker Karyn Riley specifically designed to provide parents with practical ways to transform their lives so they have time for what is most important to them. Parents come away with enhanced confidence and self-belief, and information, ideas and insights into how to rediscover their identity and achieve their personal and professional goals.
Topics covered include:
Design Your Ideal Life (Two 90 minute workshops)
Simplify Your Life (Two 90 minute workshops)
Self Care Without Guilt (Two 90 minute workshops)
Create/Live The Life You Want (Two 90 minute workshops)
Full workshop details can be viewed online at www.rileylife.co.nz
Workshop numbers are limited. Registrations are filling fast! Avoid disappointment. Book your place today.
REGISTER NOW at www.rileylife.co.nz or email results@rileylife.co.nz
Christmas Gift Ideas
Treat someone special to the unique and individual gift of personal development this Christmas.
You can choose the environment that best suits your needs from our specialised services:
* one on one coaching
* group coaching - fitness, motivation, goal setting, parenting
* workshops/keynote presentations - motivation, goal setting, free yourself from the challenges of parenting, discover your strengths and passions, self care without guilt, simplify your life, networking, how to create/live the life you want
* couple/family coaching and workshops
Gift vouchers are available now - order online now at www.rileylife.co.nz
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If you know someone who would enjoy reading the tips and information contained in this newsletter, please feel free to forward details on to them or let them know they can view it online here.
Call Karyn Riley, the Parenting & Well-being Specialist
phone (+64 3) 344 2924 or email results@rileylife.co.nz
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