I’m excited to announce a new, interactive, four-session teleclass that draws on the methodology of Appreciative Inquiry and other strengths-based approaches to living:

“Optimize Your Strengths and Enrich Your Personal and Professional Life”

My colleague and co-facilitator, Dr. Gloria Miele, and I will help participants explore their values, strengths, goals, and vision as we take them on an interactive journey from their Dreams to their Destiny. As a result of this program, our participants will:

• Expand their view of what’s possible by embracing the power and clarity that exist within them
• Strengthen a specific aspect of their lives (e.g., career, finances, a special project, a relationship)

I hope you will consider joining us or share this announcement with your family, friends, and colleagues.

Dates: Four consecutive Wednesdays - Sept. 24, Oct. 1, Oct. 8, and Oct. 15

Time: 8:30 - 10:00 am (Pacific Time) / 11:30 - 1:00 pm (Eastern Time)

Payment: $99 by Sept. 10; $129 after Sept. 10

For more Information and to register: Optimal Development Coaching

If you have additional questions, post them as a Comment on this site and I’ll reply to you.

I came across a wonderful article from The Simple Dollar blog about money deception. The author paints a clear portrait of what it is to lie to yourself about money (although his lies centered around money, you could easily substitute money with many other things, such as relationships, health, food, exercise, career, alcohol, etc.).

As he weaves together his own experience with money deception, he offers tangible advice for bringing the lies to the surface and making your relationship with money more visible. Take a look at his article, “Overcoming a Habit of Lying to Yourself About Money,” and check out the rest of his blog. I also encourage you to subscribe.

I also recommend reading Conscious Finance by Rick Kahler and Kathleen Fox. It’s an insightful and practical guide for becoming more aware of your unconscious money beliefs and breaking the habits that keep you unconscious. Enjoy!