Positive Thinking – Liz Barron

The ghosts of Christmas – past, present and future

December 21, 2017December 21, 2017 by realizecoaching, posted in Leadership, Positive Thinking, Setting & Achieving Goals, stress, Work / Life Balance

If you spend lots of time and energy worrying or regretting, try this exercise ...

Are you your own worst enemy? #positivethinking

April 19, 2017 by realizecoaching, posted in Personal Effectiveness, Positive Thinking

Many of us have said this to ourselves... find out how to turn it around...

Great Expectations… when they hold us back #managestress

April 6, 2017April 19, 2017 by realizecoaching, posted in Communication Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Positive Thinking

It is said that the source of most of our stress is in “unmet expectations”. So what can we do about this?...

Ten questions for you to reflect on 2016

December 16, 2016December 16, 2016 by realizecoaching, posted in Inspiring, Positive Thinking

Rather than write off 2016 ... why not use these ten questions to help you reflect on what you learned and acknowledge your accomplishments...

What women want: #confidence #nwed

October 18, 2016 by realizecoaching, posted in Business Startup, Career Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Entrepreneurs, Leadership, Personal Effectiveness, Positive Thinking

I work with many clients, some male but predominantly female, who at some point in our coaching sessions will say; “if only I had the confidence… more confidence… her confidence… “. What is it, this elusive thing that we tell ourselves we don’t have? Where is it? If you had it before, where did it go? Maybe you left it behind in a taxi or it vanished down the back of the sofa… and how can you find it again?

Are we there yet?

July 14, 2016July 15, 2016 by realizecoaching, posted in Career Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Effectiveness, Positive Thinking

Some journeys can be long and arduous and test our patience. The journey of learning continues through most of our lives, and perhaps at times we wonder “Are we there yet?” – “Surely I must have arrived by now after everything I’ve been through”! But we often don’t realize just how far we have come. … Continue reading Are we there yet?

What “stuff” are you holding on to?

June 29, 2016June 29, 2016 by realizecoaching, posted in Personal Effectiveness, Positive Thinking

Keepsakes and old photographs, holiday mementos, kids finger paintings, paperwork, old love letters or hate mail… they represent the journey of our life and many of us, myself included, have parts of our homes or workplaces where “stuff” just accumulates. Likewise, maybe you’re holding on to feelings of guilt or loss, responsibility or regrets, or … Continue reading What “stuff” are you holding on to?

Slow down for a break!

May 10, 2016May 10, 2016 by realizecoaching, posted in Gratitude, Humour, Positive Thinking, Work / Life Balance

A few weeks ago I hurt my foot and can’t drive, so I’ve literally had to take a step back and slow down. Lots of things are difficult when you’re not fully mobile, like getting laundry done, making dinner and getting up and down stairs, so it certainly makes you appreciate your mobility and how … Continue reading Slow down for a break!

New Year’s Evolution #nyevolution

January 4, 2016January 4, 2016 by realizecoaching, posted in Inspiring, Personal Effectiveness, Positive Thinking, Setting & Achieving Goals

Rather than New Year's Resolution... try this simple strategy to bring about effective change in your life...

What’s another year?

January 12, 2015January 12, 2015 by realizecoaching, posted in Career Coaching, Personal Effectiveness, Positive Thinking, Setting & Achieving Goals

“I’ve been waiting, such a long time…” Most Irish people and Eurovision fans will recognise the song line from the guy in the white suit… but what are you waiting for? If you’re looking to make change in your life, and have been waiting to get the timing just right, how long more are you going … Continue reading What’s another year?