Unlocking the Power of Abundance: Inspiring Friendships and Two Book Review’s (Episode 239)
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Happy Fall!
We all live in a world with lots of materialism. Advertisements are all around us to purchase something on the internet. Fads keep us buying new stuff until we are overwhelmed with possessions and wonder how in the world did I get so much! In the meantime, we are losing relationships and being fully connected to one another.
Below are five ways to improve and maintain strong connections in your relationships:
1. **Active Listening:**
– Set aside distractions.
– Listen with genuine interest.
– Reflect on what the other person says before responding.
2. **Quality Time:**
– Schedule regular one-on-one time.
– Engage in activities you both enjoy.
– Create technology-free zones for deeper interaction.
3. **Respect and Boundaries:**
– Communicate and respect each other’s boundaries.
– Discuss and agree on important boundaries.
– Be mindful of personal space and privacy.
4. **Effective Conflict Resolution:**
– Address conflicts calmly and constructively.
– Focus on the issue, not on attacking each other.
– Find mutually satisfying solutions.
5. **Acts of Kindness:**
– Show appreciation with small gestures.
– Celebrate achievements and milestones together.
– Provide support during challenging times.
By implementing these action items, you can actively work on improving your relationships and fostering a deeper sense of connection with the people who matter to you.
In today’s podcast, two Fictional books are suggested. They are Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand and Keeping Faith by Jodi Picoult as suggestions for your winter evenings. Hope you enjoy them.
Take the first step, it may put you on the Escalator of Success!
Overcoming Self-Doubt and Making Life-Changing Decisions
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When we are challenged by a problem, we may ignore the reality of taking action. The things we end up facing things makes changes easier than we thought. Our minds often create unnecessary visions and problems that do not exist.
Linda talks about the reality of facing hip surgery and the prospect of getting a 4 month old puppy. Now that she did that she sees the blessings. Decisions can be minor or major and we need to face them.
Self-doubting ourselves is something that comes across all the time. Getting insights from someone else may be the best way to find help. We often need to pray and think things through. What is it that you want? Why am I doubting myself? Have I seen someone near me fail?
The quote Linda shared is “Don’t downgrade your dream just to fit your reality. Upgrade your conviction to match your destiny!”
Let’s Talk About Losses
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Welcome to this week’s Podcast of Mini Miracles from Minor Moments with Linda Gullo. This week we talk about losses. Particularly losing a loved one. Death is a topic that we all avoid and yet it is one that could bring comfort. Let’s talk about losses. It can help a lot.
Graveyards across the world recall the people who set great examples for us.
In a recent conversation with a teenager who was working in a Memory Care center as a greeter prompted this topic. She had lost a dear grandfather who meant the most to her and also to an Aunt who suffered from cancer. She missed High School classes as a result of these two losses and yet no one reached out to hear her reasons for being defocused or to help her share her feelings and remembrances. Sometimes just being present is needed.
Taking time to honor those who have died can be very comforting.
In the last few weeks several other people have had similar conversations with me. So here are a few random stories and thoughts. Hope they help you begin talking to others. I am always privileged to discuss things of this nature.
Taking the first step forward may put you on the escalator of success!
Creating a Happier Life
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Creating a Happier Life
In today’s short 20-minute podcast of Mini Miracles from Minor Moments with Linda Gullo, the discussion revolves around having a happier life. How does one do that? It begins with a new philosophy of creating variety in your life. Creating a happier life is easier than you think!
Variety can become a key to happiness in the foods you eat, in the people you involve yourself with, and the hobbies you create. It involves a new revolving mindset to develop a healthy mindset in times of change in your life. As we age new ideas and thoughts come to mind. We learn from the moment of birth and continue to evolve until old age. We are changing along the way due to cultural changes and the environment in which we live.
Now is the time to hear some simple ideas that may guide you into a happier state of mind. Enjoy this week’s podcast called Creating a Happier Life.
“Take the next step forward, it may put you on the escalator of success.”
Distractions 101 – Trying to Avoid Them!
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Are you easily distracted?
Pearl turned 1 and she can be a distraction!
What gets in your way of accomplishing work?
Is it seeing something in the yard that needs attention? Like this Snowball bush!
How might being aware of distractions help you?
At this time of the year, there are surprise parties, work issues, phone calls, pets, road construction, and other deterrents. Hope you recognize and can avoid some of the pitfalls!
“Take the first step, it may put you on the escalator of success.”
Changes in Family Dynamics
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Changes in Family Dynamics
Changes in the dynamics of families are always evolving as each person grows. Some family members may be taking on new careers. Members are moving to different areas of the country. Commitments and expectations of one another change. Being aware of that is healthy even if the family appears to be going in a negative direction. The changes allow us to grow and adapt. Instead of wondering what is next, we need to move forward with joy and pray that each person will develop fully. Join us as we talk about the opportunities for growth.
Stories
The first step in resolving an issue may be awkward!
Here Linda shares several little stories that hopefully will encourage you to ask for help.libsyn
Seeking confirmation!
Problems are problems, but they open opportunities to grow, reshape our thinking, and allow us to be more understanding of those around us. When things go astray, what can you give away? What insight have you obtained that allows you to be more empathetic? Who can you turn to for insight? Can you find humor in the midst of the conflicts and changes?
We all have limitations and issues. Many are limitations in how we think. Will you ask for assistance? Will you search out others who you may help? Are you seeking confirmation like Pearl is doing here?
Take the first step forward, it may put you on the escalator of Success.
Fight the Charging Beast
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Fight the Charging Beast and Win
Welcome to Mini Miracles and all the wonderful doors that are ready to open for you. The smallest things can be very significant. the people you meet and the opportunities ahead are awesome.
Declutter Your Mind
Welcome to Podcast 233 and learn some strategies that can carry you forward. We need to look at the beliefs we have and how to declutter our minds. Building healthy habits takes time and energy. So how do we remove confusion? Listen to this week’s podcast and maybe you will find some opportunities. It is time to shift your thinking. We all need to do that!
Life may be like a charging beast. Changes break us down and often compromise our thinking in a clear way. When it rains it pours usually refers to when things go poorly, but here we talk about raining may bring good times too. Some things that may help include: Laying out options. Talking with positive people. Listening to their stories and find the things that helped them. Asking your prayer partners for help to carry the loads. Trying not to be embarrassed with your emotions, confusion, or problems, but actually share them with good friends. Look at the good times and the small things to celebrate even in difficult times.
“Taking the first step forward may put you on the Escalator of Success.”
Reframing our Thoughts
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Reframing our Thoughts
Welcome to this week’s Podcast of Mini Miracles from Minor Moments on the topic of Reframing our Thoughts. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
We start by sharing the value of the Delight in Living Philosophy and how it can help. Often we find wonderful solutions via money, people, and time through reframing. 
Thoughts about SCRIPTING and how we hear things. Marketing uses scripting often. We get phone calls that are scripted. We don’t feel we are personally connected but rather have a feeling of being herded like cattle into a pen. How do we reframe our thoughts so we are not feeling ignored? Just a few thoughts on that topic. We all deserve and desire personal and authentic guidance. 
Next, we discuss how expectations can work in our favor and also against us. Reframing our thoughts comes in many ways and through daily experiences. People really want to be recognized and appreciated. Linda shares an example of being in a waiting room and waiting for a blood test.
“Take the first step, it may put you on the escalator of success.”
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Making Mistakes Can Be Good
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Making Mistakes Can Be Good
Good morning. Today I am talking about something that affects every single one of us and that is mistakes. Making mistakes is a normal part of life. We need to be responsible and face up to our mistakes as we hopefully learn along the way. We don’t want to error in the same way over and over again. The problem is that we often over criticize ourselves. We see ourselves as failing and do not recognize all the good things we do.
So here are a couple of mistakes many people make. 1- Forgetting to put on our turning signals and then realizing it after the fact! 2- Finding the mail in our sun visor that we thought we mailed the week before. 3- Misplacing our keys and therefore running late. 4- Rushing and forgetting to turn off a light. The list can go on and on.
Mistakes happen because we are not fully focused or there is a problem on our minds. In this sections we talk about a few simple mistakes that we make and offers steps to follow that may help. Things like Minimizing screen time, Focusing on exciting things like puppies, and reflecting on possible ways to keep moving. 
The last portion of the podcast talks about reframing behaviors. What do you need to do to get to the next level. How do you stay refreshed? Who is your accountability person?
Take the first step, it may put you on the escalator of success.
Acceptance: Self Confidence in the Making
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Acceptance: Self Confidence in the Making
On today’s podcast Linda talks about the definition of Acceptance. In our lives we have to learn to accept a variety of things. Unfortunately not everything is what we would like, but we learn to distinguish the reality of circumstances and how we might be able to change things along the way. Using a series of personal experiences you’ll hear a few things that hopefully will guide you ahead. Sometimes we need to look outside of ourselves and see what is really going on.
Looking Outside to see the reality of what is happening!
Linda shares about a story about how a friend’s visit with her to learn about a program some 30 years ago gave her insights. Her friend Sue accompanied her to an information center and afterward helped her accept going forward.
She also talks about accepting or rejecting medical advice. How do you do what is correct? What concerns do you have?
As always Linda invites you to give her ideas and topics. Feel free to call 815-459-5161! Asking for help is wisdom!!!