I do not claim to be a guru of life, as I believe that everyone is the master of their own destiny.
In reading The I Design novel, I hope that every person is able to create a life that is right for them – whatever it may be. I do not preach the usual self-help tools and techniques, but rather I tell stories – about my life and the lives of others I have met in my profession as a life coach. These stories have taught me everything I know about life and love and I have used them to guide me towards conclusions. Throughout the book, I open up these opinions to the reader, encouraging them to form their own ideas of each element of life. That is what is most important to me – assisting others to design their life, their way.
In reading The I Design novel, I hope that every person is able to create a life that is right for them – whatever it may be. I do not preach the usual self-help tools and techniques, but rather I tell stories – about my life and the lives of others I have met in my profession as a life coach. These stories have taught me everything I know about life and love and I have used them to guide me towards conclusions. Throughout the book, I open up these opinions to the reader, encouraging them to form their own ideas of each element of life. That is what is most important to me – assisting others to design their life, their way.
No matter who you are or what you do, you long to wake up every morning knowing you are going to make a difference to those around you. You want to know that you are here for a reason and that you fulfil a purpose. But, for many of us, we are unsure of what that purpose is. Or, even worse, we know what it is, but we are too afraid to make it happen. Having the courage and confidence to control your life is the first step to attaining your goals and finding personal direction.
In order to get to a space where you have set your goals and are determined to make them happen, you need to conquer the fears that hold you back. Beliefs are the foundation of fear. If you have allowed the beliefs of your family, friends and society to rule you, you are bound to fail. But when you are ready to create new beliefs for yourself, success is inevitable.
Once your new beliefs are cemented, you have the personal power to attain your goals. So, the next step is to identify your short, medium and long term goals, ensuring that you only choose aspirations that truly reflect who you are.
To make these goals a reality, it is imperative to take the time for yourself. Taking time out allows you to focus on your goals and find ways to make them happen. Without these moments of personal space, your direction will be skewed, as you are the only one who can design the life you want. Consequently, your physical being becomes sick and plagued with illness as you refuse to give your body and mind the relaxation they deserve.
Often, physical ailments manifest as a result of emotional turmoil. By keeping your emotions to yourself, you end up poisoning your body. But, if you can learn to express yourself in real time, your body will be healthy and your relationships will soar. Self-expression is one of the most basic actions, yet so many people have no idea how to speak their truth. If you can identify your truth, you can speak it too.
Living your truth is the foundation for living a life of purpose, but you are guaranteed even more success if you learn to have fun while doing it. Spontaneous acts of kindness towards yourself and others is just one way to be playful with life. As Richard Branson says, ‘The minute I stop having fun, I stop doing it!’ And look at the good fortune he has attracted to himself!
Ultimately this book is not about preaching life philosophies. Instead, it provides readers with the opportunity to work through elements of life in order to find their own personal direction. Exercises, questionnaires and opinion polls allow every reader to create their own story and guide themselves towards personal transformation.
The I Design: How to live, laugh and let go
- out January 2012
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