Friday, May 30, 2008

Clutter! Energy! Sex!


A few months ago Dr. Ron and I surveyed 384 of you about all the ways your life has changed since you became a mother. Your heart is pouring so much of yourself into your children, that in other parts of your life you are running on empty. You let us know that clutter, lack of energy due to sleep deprivation, too little "me" time, and sporadic exercise, and a less than robust sex life are issues that concern you.

There is a natural progression in these three areas don't you think? If your environment is cluttered and disorganized you become scattered and lethargic within, making it pretty tough to exercise, meditate, or any of the things that energize you. I know this first hand. Last week I had a session with my own coach about this very thing. My office had become a literal quagmire and my head was on backwards. It was beginning to show up in my work and other places in my life. Some environmental and psychological de-clutttering put things to right again.

If you have no energy, there isn't much chance for wonderful, connected, energetic sex. I understand how this begins to feel like the hamster wheel, going round and round, not getting anywhere.
Based on the survey requests there is an exciting program of group discussions, exercises, resources, and real time outcomes forming in my head How about Junky June for de-cluttering and clearing the energy drainers in your house? Perhaps, July Jewels focused on your self care, "me time" and solitude? And finally, Hot August Nights for putting some weekly spice in your sexual and romantic life? Since you would be the Beta Group - the first ones to participate - and because Dr. Ron and I would be using your insight and feedback to grow the program, it will be VERY affordable, I promise! Would you like to make progress in the areas of clutter, energy, and sex this summer? If you are interested, send me an e-mail at beth.madigan@cox.net with "3 Free" in the subject line. I will send you more details about the fun that is planned and as a bonus I will send you articles on Clutter, Energy, and Sex. Get off the hamster wheel! Let's do something different and hugely fun and effective together this summer! There's POWER in women together

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

WEDNESDAY WISDOM


RESENTMENT is like drinking poison and
waiting for the other person to die.
- Carrie Fisher -

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

WEDNESDAY WISDOM



Money can't buy me...

With money you can buy a house, but not a home.

With money you can buy a clock, but not time.

With money you can buy a bed, but not sleep.

With money you can buy a book, but not knowledge.

With money you can see a doctor, but not buy health.

With money you can buy a position, but not respect.

With money you can buy blood, but not life.

With money you can buy sex, but not love.

- Chinese Proverb -

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Entrainment - To Do or Undo?



Entrainment is about synchronizing ourselves to other people and things in our environment. It is both good and bad for us. Read More and post your thoughts here!

Wednesday Wisdom


I expect top pass through this world but once. Any good therefore, that I can do, any kindness that I can show to any fellow creature, let me do it now. Let me not defer it or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.
- William Penn -

Sunday, May 11, 2008

A Mother's Influence

"As significant as political, military, educational, or religious figures may be, none compare to the impact made by mothers. Their words are never fully forgotten, their touch leaves an indelible impression...the memory of their presence lasts a lifetime. I ask you, who else has that kind of influence?"
- Charles Swindoll -

Friday, May 9, 2008

What's Your Market Value?


If you got paid fair marke value for your work as a mom, how much would it be? Survey.com says if you are a stay at home mom you are worth $117,000.00. If you are a mom with a paying job you would earn $68,000.00 for what you do ON TOP of the work and hours you are geting paid for.
Whenever I helo my newborn baby in my arms, I used to think that what I said and did to hime could have an influence not onlyon him, but on all whom he met;not only for a day or a month or a year, but for all eternity - a very, very challenging and exciting thought for a mother. - Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy -

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

More MOM Quotes


"The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother" - Fr.Theodore Hesburgh -
"A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us when adversity takes the place of prosperity when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts."
- Washington Irving -

Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Let's Hear it for the MOMs!


"The phrase "working mother" is redundant."
- Jane Sellman -
My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it."
- Mark Twain -
"Motherhood is like Albania-- you can't trust the descriptions in the books, you have to go there."
- Marni Jackson -

Monday, May 5, 2008

My Grandchildren are Unprotected


I will be recommending Wear Clean Underwear, by Alexis Martin Neely to my clients and gifting it to my own children. At this moment my grandchildren are among the unprotected. This book is an essential guide to legal planning and a provocative read for every parent. Alexis asks the questions and covers all the possibilities you would never think of on your own. She guides you to choose guardians and trustees and allocate assets in the event of your death. You will be compelled to act to ensure that your children are raised with your values and perspective. Your child’s guardians will appreciate the thorough, clear, and heartfelt direction that Alexis offers.

Beth Madigan Mothering Coach and Founder of The Center for Positive Outcomes;
author of the weekly Mothering MOMent at www.livewithintention.org

Oh Momma!


In honor of MOMs and Mother's Day this spot will host quotable quotes about moms all week. If you're a mom; if you have one; if you know one - these are for you!
"My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her."
- George Washington (1732-1799) -
"A mother's arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them."
- Victor Hugo -

Sunday, May 4, 2008

Be the Change that You Want to See!

Watch this inspiring and provocative video on my friend Lanette's Blog - then post your ideas for YOUR sign!