UGH!

But only a little one.  I’ve seen this coming…sort of.

A couple of weeks ago I interviewed Joan Borysenko regarding her book, Fried.  We had an excellent conversation regarding Burnout.  As I prepared for the show by reading her book, I noticed signs of me [...]]]>

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UGH!

But only a little one.  I’ve seen this coming…sort of.

A couple of weeks ago I interviewed Joan Borysenko regarding her book, Fried.  We had an excellent conversation regarding Burnout.  As I prepared for the show by reading her book, I noticed signs of me heading down that nasty road again.  I’m taking note.

This last Tuesday I interviewed Gillian Holloway.  She’s a Dream Analysis Expert.  And, as Divine would have it, I had an interesting dream days before the show.  I was peddling a semi-tractor…you know…Fred Flinstone-ing it.  I am powering almost everything in my life with my own energy.  I take note of that too.

There are things going on in my life that I need to change.  Not sure how yet, but I do know they need to change.

Well, warning number 3 came on Thursday.  I came home from my workout to turn on my computer, and it wouldn’t turn on.  No power at all.  A moment of panic sets in.  I get a good cry in.  That’s my LIFE on that thing!  I can’t afford to be down!  I don’t have the time for this!

Then I laugh.  I see the connection with the other signs over the past few weeks.  And guess what?  It was the Power Supply on the computer that was pooched!  Surprise surprise!

So I play some with my dog, and I putter in my office on some of the things I had been putting off.  All in all it’s a good day.  Later that day I go out and get a new computer.  My hard drive was still good, so I’ve been transferring over files, loading up programs, and basically getting myself back up and running.

It’s been a lot of work, but that’s OK.  It is what it is.

With that being said, and with all the Burnout warnings, I’m not going to work harder to get this done so I can do the work I’d normally be doing.  I’m not going to skip workouts.  I’m not going to skip time with my family this weekend.  I’m not going to power my way through this.

What does this mean?  My video that I normally put up at Youtube for last week’s show…it’s going to be late.  The show that was scheduled for this next Tuesday?  It’s being rescheduled.

I’m rolling with it.  Crash, Burn and Roll.

Don’t wait until you’re IN Burnout to make changes.  If you’re getting the signs now, do something about it.  That something may be as simple as meditating on what changes would be of value.  It also may be as simply as asking that same question in your Journal.  Don’t expect an immediate answer, but do be open to it showing up in the most unexpected moment.

Rolling along!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!

We’ve put up the Christmas lights on the outside of our house, and decorated the tree.  There are presents [...]]]> The holiday season is upon us!  It’s only a few more weeks until our Family celebrates Christmas.  Whatever holiday your family celebrates during this time of year, we wish you the utmost Joy and Love.

We’ve put up the Christmas lights on the outside of our house, and decorated the tree.  There are presents hiding throughout the house.  I’m crafting some very special gifts for friends and family.  My grocery list is growing with ingredients for Christmas baking.  I love this time of year.

I’ve presents over the past few months that are just “perfect”.  I love it when that happens.

Giving from my heart, and receiving Joy as their faces light up.  That’s what it’s all about!

All too often as we are getting ready for this time of year, self-care can fall to the wayside.  Please make sure you take loving care of yourself physically, emotionally and spiritually.  Don’t let your daily practices fall to the wayside completely due to being “busy”.  Don’t justify letting yourself get run down.

Just a little reminder, for you and for me.

As many of you may already know, December 15th will be the last Welcome Changes Radio show for 2009.  This will also be our 100th show as well!  We’ll be celebrating!

Join Erika Morrell and me as we talk about Love!  We’ll be sharing many gifts throughout the show.  You should see the list that Erika sent me!  Oh don’t worry.  I now how to keep a secret.  It’s taken many years of practice, and although I can almost explode with excitement, I’ll make it through without bursting!

Lastly, I do have a gift for you.  25% off any of the following items:

JOY Journal Audio Program

Juicy Bites of Welcome Changes ebook

Living Abundant JOY Audios (digital only)

Simply enter the Coupon Code “HOLIDAYS09” to receive your discount.  This coupon is valid from today through to January 4th, 2010.

EnJOY your Holidays!

Dream BIG!

Velma Gallant
The Queen of JOY!

PS ~ We’ll be back “on the air” at Welcome Changes Radio January 12th, 2010.