In the begining......

Glamorous
1. full of glamour; charmingly or fascinatingly attractive, esp. in a mysterious or magical way.
2. full of excitement, adventure, and unusual activity.

Ambition
1. an earnest desire for some type of achievement or distinction, as power, honour, fame, or wealth, and the willingness to strive for its attainment.
2. the object, state, or result desired or sought after.
3. desire for work or activity; energy.

I spent today at a leadership retreat with my colleagues. Anticipating a day without challenge or truth I made the decision to present on inspirational leadership. I wanted to highlight the privilege I feel it is to coach and lead people to a place where they can achieve their goals and dreams. I knew I needed courage. I needed to prepare myself for a negative response or even worse – no response at all!

I took the risk. Yes you guessed it, I survived. I had mixed reactions from the group and the usual suspects didn’t even bother to lift a brow but surprisingly my own reaction was incredible. Coming from my truth and presenting my authentic self was liberating. I pushed past the resistance and fear. I didn’t need the validation of the group. It felt wonderful speaking from the heart.

I’ve made some hot and spicy commitments to the world. Declarations about who I am, who I want to be and how I’m going to get there

Today I stop appeasing my lizard brain!