I’m moving not only into another chapter of my life, but we’re working on Volume 2.  Yes…that much change.

I shut down Welcome Changes Radio.  While I loved doing [...]]]> Christmas brought a large number of unexpected changes.  It was a difficult time for me, and yet, it brought forward such amazing clarity I’m grateful.

I’m moving not only into another chapter of my life, but we’re working on Volume 2.  Yes…that much change.

I shut down Welcome Changes Radio.  While I loved doing the interviews, and truly believed what I was doing was of service, there was no income from it.  "Love" wasn’t enough. 

The website is still up.  The past shows are still available, but there are no future shows.

I had come to realize that my "dream" of what Welcome Changes Radio, and other aspects of my business, was NOT what was truly important to me.  When it came down to it, it was not one of those things I couldn’t live without.  I can live without it.  Time with my husband and son…those are the things I cannot live without.  And web work, radio show, membership sites, all of those things were taking ALL of my time.  I didn’t have any time left for them, let alone me.

I began applying for full-time jobs.  I wanted peace.  I wanted structure.  I wanted to come home from work and be with my family.  I wanted to go to work happy, and come home happy.  As much as I tried to lie to myself about it, I haven’t been happy working in my business for quite some time now.  And it was time I was honest with myself about it.

Well…after many MANY sleepless nights, and hours upon hours of praying and releasing EVERYTHING to God, the clarity did begin to come in.  Step one was releasing my business, and remembering what was Truly TRULY important to me.

Step two was finding a job.  Well.  I got one.  On Friday.  I had an interview on Thursday with a placement agency.  They called my reference that afternoon, and called me back for a 2nd interview by 4PM that day.  Friday I went into the interview at 10:30 AM, and by 11:15 I walked out of the office with a job.

My friend who has helped people with their careers for over 30 years said she’s never seen that happen before in all those years.  I’ve never seen it before either.  I truly believe, with all of my heart, that it is Divine Intervention.

I had to, and there was absolutely no way around it, leave the whole thing up to God.  I had nothing left for "figuring things out".  I couldn’t do it, so I had to give it up to God.  There was no other option.

Well…I’m not out of the woods yet, and I still have so much to do.  But at least the job part of this is taken care of.  Next is cleaning and clearing.  I have a smack load of books I want to release.  I’m turning my office into my Serenity Room.

The thing is, I know I’m never alone, so someone else is swimming in this energy with me.  You know who you are.

What aren’t you letting go of?  What is it that you absolutely 100% cannot live without?  Is what you’re hanging onto hurting or helping?

As scary as it may be, maybe…just maybe…it’s time for you to let go of the rope.  And really let go of it.  Rope burns don’t feel good either.

Hand it all over to God/Divine/The Universe.  (S)He’s got your back anyway…and sees things we just can’t see.

Yeah…that’s it. A new tool.

Isn’t it interesting how we justify the things we do or buy?

We do or buy based on emotions…wants…then intellectually justify it. We don’t often do or buy based upon needs, though I’m pretty sure we wish we did do [...]]]> I have a new toy! No…wait…it’s a business tool.

Yeah…that’s it. A new tool.

Isn’t it interesting how we justify the things we do or buy?

We do or buy based on emotions…wants…then intellectually justify it. We don’t often do or buy based upon needs, though I’m pretty sure we wish we did do things like that. If we did we believe we would be better off.

For example, taking nutritional supplements or exercising. How often have you forgotten to take them, or been too busy to go to the gym? What about quitting smoking or cutting out the sweets? You know you should, but do you? It usually takes a strong emotion like fear to get you to move on that stuff.

I find it’s either pain (the potential relief of pain) or excitement (fun) that get me moving.

My new toy? It was fun. I certainly did justify it with the minor pains I figured it would relieve.

I have used this observation to my advantage from time to time too. I add excitement to something done. I also (sometimes) notice the excitement triggering an action or purchase that might not be inline with some of my goals, and can choose otherwise.

What emotions move you? How can you utilize them more effectively?

Oh, and in case you’re curious about my purchase, it was an iPad 2, and I’m using a WordPress app to do this blog post. Think this should work!

Dream BIG!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!
Vision & Perspective Mentor
Host of Welcome Changes Radio

I have been the guest for a couple of radio shows recently, and they are both available for download now!

The Queen of JOY on Queen of Dreams Radio (Right Click and Choose Save…this is the actual MP3 of the show.)

The Queen of JOY on [...]]]>

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I have been the guest for a couple of radio shows recently, and they are both available for download now!

The Queen of JOY on Queen of Dreams Radio (Right Click and Choose Save…this is the actual MP3 of the show.)

The Queen of JOY on Heaven Scent Radio (Right Click and Choose Save…this is the actual MP3 of the show.)

Go ahead and download them now!

Don’t forget I’m heading out for a week to Vegas for meetings all week.  It’s going to be CRAZY FUN BUSY!  Morning to late late night all week!  If you apply for the Going BIG Mastermind and Coaching Program after Monday (Sept 26), I will get back to you as soon as I get back.  You WANT to take advantage of the Early Bird Registration (before October 12).

Enjoy the interviews and I’ll see you in a week!

Dream BIG!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!
Host of Welcome Changes Radio

Do you remember going to the swimming pool when you were a kid?  Plug the nose, close your eyes and JUMP!

The first few times you may have walked away…I know I did.  The next few times the knees were knocking but you were determined to [...]]]>

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Do you remember going to the swimming pool when you were a kid?  Plug the nose, close your eyes and JUMP!

The first few times you may have walked away…I know I did.  The next few times the knees were knocking but you were determined to do it, and did.  It got easier and easier, so you moved onto the Diving Board, and then the High Diving Board.

Same thing goes for Life too.  Sometimes we just have to hold our breath, close the eyes, and JUMP!

That’s what I’m doing!

Welcome Changes Radio is going to be off the air for 2 weeks as I head into Vegas to work with the same group that helped launch GREAT people and projects like Lisa Nichols and Chicken Soup for the Soul.  It’s a GREAT opportunity I know I would regret deeply if I missed.  So…I hold my breath, close my eyes and JUMP!

Going BIG takes courage.  Going BIG takes determination.  Going BIG means owing that Vision.  It means moving from the back row of the theatre.  Going forward row by row until your standing at the stairs of the Stage.

Is there something before you that requires courage?  How bad to you want it?  Is your determination being tested?  Are you still in the back row watching your Vision, or are you making your way forward to it?

Dreams that never die are there for a reason.  You are given the inspiration.  It’s not random.  It’s not there to create regret.  It is not there for your Ego.  It is there so you can be of service to the world.

Be Who You Are.

Deep Breath!  Close Your Eyes!  GO!

Dream BIG!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!
Host of Welcome Changes Radio

PS ~ If you’ve been THINKING about participating in the GOING BIG Mastermind & Coaching Program, now’s the time to take advantage.  There are significant discounts if you register BEFORE October 12th.  Set your application appointment NOW.  Remember, I’ll be out of town all next week, so there are not a lot of days to get your application in!  GO FOR IT!

James Hollis is speaking in Calgary this weekend thanks to the Jung Society of Alberta.  They have generously given me two tickets to give away for the Friday Night Lecture (September 9th) that at the [...]]]>

James Hollis Lecture in Calgary ~ Delight & Disillusionment:  The Power of the Magical Other.  Tune Up Your Relationship.

James Hollis is speaking in Calgary this weekend thanks to the Jung Society of Alberta.  They have generously given me two tickets to give away for the Friday Night Lecture (September 9th) that at the University of Calgary (Value: $40 each).  (Thank you, JG!!)

We (James and I) talked about the Magical Other during his interview back in May on Welcome Changes Radio.

I will be drawing for these quickly…well…VERY QUICKLY!  Tomorrow morning to be exact!  I want to make sure I get the ticket to you.

You can also purchase your own ticket at http://welcomechangesradio.com/jameshollisevent. 

There is also a full-day seminar on Saturday, September 10th, and you can purchase your tickets at http://hollis-seminar.eventbrite.com/

Anyway…back to the Tickets I have available!

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Get a preview of what’s to come by listening to James’ interview on Welcome Changes Radio! 

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I’ll be going to the Seminar.  Let me know if you register!

His interview was fascinating, so I just know these two events are going to be FANTASTIC!

See you there!

Dream BIG!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!
Host and Founder of Welcome Changes Radio

PS ~ Remember…when you share this with your friends, have them let me know they sent you. I’ll enter your name twice!