- What qualities of character have you strengthened? Are you more honest
with others about how you feel? Have you learned to set boundaries with
those people who drain your energy? Maybe you’ve improved your
communication skills or become more sensitive to the needs of others? - Have you shared an act of kindness or supported others in some way?
Did you help a friend who is going through a divorce or care for an
elderly parent? Maybe you coached your kid’s sports team or
volunteered for a non-profit organization? - What special memories have you created with those you love? Did you
take a vacation that was particularly memorable? Did you organize an
event that brought people closer together? Were there any special
moments that stand out? - What have you achieved or accomplished? Consider both your personal
and professional life. Did you meet your business goals or get a
promotion at work? Maybe you finished an important project, like
writing a book or developing a workshop, or channeled your creative
energy into painting or cooking?
The Best Way to Get Started with Cheryl Richardson
Cheryl Richardson is first and foremost a life coach, helping countless clients make
substantial changes in their lives. She has taken her personal coaching knowledge
and distilled it down into a year-long program that will absolutely help you
improve your life. This program can be found in her book, Life Makeovers, and it
is where I suggest that you begin.
In her book, Cheryl provides countless exercises along with very specific advice on
how to grow and change your life. The book is very readable and is designed like
a workbook for life enhancement. She has developed a wide range of exercises
and ideas to help you, including:
- Identify your most important accomplishments.
- Identify the quality that you would most like to develop and the actions
necessary to develop them. - Keep a journal.
- Manage your time.
- Identify and eliminate energy drains.
- Stay focused.