The
Trailhead
From Patt Osborne, AdventureCoach.
"Climb Mountains, But Bring a Good Guide"
Welcome to the June 2003 issue of
The Trailhead!
Welcome aboard! If you know someone else that you think might find something valuable in here, please forward this newsletter on.
Each month, you will receive some practical tips on ideas such as eliminating stress, finding your passion, clearing clutter, and maybe even some travel tips and more. Also look for helpful resources including book titles and websites. In addition, don’t be surprised when you find a call to action. I am a coach, after all! I hope you find some useful tidbits. If you decide to take me up on one of the monthly challenges, email me and tell me about it. I would love to hear what you are up to! And remember…the adventure begins at the start of The Trailhead!
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In this issue:
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Hot Fun in the Summertime
Welcome to June…the month of sunny days and warm nights, filled with dreams and expectations for vacations coming soon in the days ahead. I don’t know about your part of the world, but where I live in Southern New Jersey, the recent days have been mostly cool, cloudy, and rainy with the sun only making occasional teasing appearances. My daily mantra has become “sun and warmth, sun and warmth, sun and warmth…ohhhhhmmmm.” I know those sunny days will return, so while I wait for better weather, I say it’s high time to start thinking about having some summer FUN!
When I’m in work mode (which seems to be more often than not, these days!), I know I have a tendency to let the fun factor slide a bit. I get so involved with what I’m doing work-wise that by the time I come up for air, the day has gone by…and sometimes even the week…and I realize I’ve missed out on some serious playtime!
What I have come to realize, however, is the absolute importance of having fun and play become a regular part of one’s life. Many save it just for holidays and vacations. Or we have it buried so deeply by being responsible adults that fun is just not who we are anymore. Yet I truly believe and embrace the idea that by bringing fun and joy back into our lives on a consistent basis, that it will help us live an even fuller life. As a result, we’ll live more “lightly” and probably even longer because we’ll have taken the necessary steps to start eliminating some of the stressors in our life. It has been proven that having fun is good for your head AND your heart. Plus, we’ll be a lot more attractive to those we hang around with!
When was the last time you really had some fun…when you laughed so hard, you cried, or you just grinned so broadly that it made you giggle? For me, it was a recent trip I took with my fabulously fun 14 year old niece, Amy. We went away together…just the two of us on an aunt/niece getaway. Our travels took us to The Atlantis on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Once there, we played endlessly on the water slides, explored the incredible surroundings, laughed like little kids, and talked long into the wee hours of the night…all like there was no tomorrow. We had a blast! Of course Amy and I did not need to go as far as the Bahamas to cavort. We’ve had some terrifically fun times locally, too. In fact, this fun thing doesn’t have to cost a cent. What about remembering the simple pleasures from childhood…like hooking a line and fishing for sunnies, or exploring the woods, or taking a bike ride? (Notice the outdoor trend here…that’s where I get MY fun) But what about YOU?
Think back to when you were a child. What did you do for fun that absorbed you completely? Playing board games? Collecting things? Reading? Playing dress-up? Did you like to play alone or with others? Did you love the outdoors or was it inside where you got your kicks? If you’re drawing a blank, ask a family member who might help you to recollect. Many of the things that brought you joy and happiness as a child are most likely still the same things that make you grin as an adult. I suggest that you make a mental note (or physical list) of at least 5-10 things that you would love to do this summer for fun. You might even want to hang that list up in a prominent place in your home or office as a reminder. Decide if you want to do those things alone or with others. Then go ahead and enlist you Play Partner(s)-your best friend, your partner, or your favorite fun-loving family member. And finally, get out there and bring on the frolicking merriment! You deserve it and you won’t regret it. Let the games begin!
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Challenge at the Trailhead:
Here’s a great way to incorporate some fun into your life:
Join Coach Deb Martin and me for a fabulous Coaching Retreat on the beautiful island of St. John to explore the topic: What Are You Doing with the Rest of Your Life?
Saturday, October 25-Wednesday, October 29, 2003.
Does the life you are living reflect your true values and your passions? Or, have you settled for less than you really want and believe in?
What to expect:
Relax and Rejuvenate- With daily, interactive and informative morning workshops, playful activity, and self-reflection.
Pamper Yourself- By relaxing on the beach, snorkeling excursions, hiking, shopping, and much more.
Savor- In the company of others, with plenty of down time, delicious, healthy meals, and comfortable accommodations.
Great price through July 31, 2003. $595 includes your lodging, breakfast and dinner, and all coaching activities and materials. Click here for more details and the registration form. Price increases to $695 on August 1st-don’t dawdle!
If you have been thinking about this Retreat, call us on our bridge line on Thursday, June 12th@7pm EST to learn more and get your questions answered. 620-584-8231 access code 7413# .Or just visit the above website link.
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Upcoming Events:
Click on the “More Adventures Here” link on my website
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This month on the Trailhead Bookshelf:
Live the Life You Love by Barbara Sher- Find out what your childhood pastimes tell you about what it takes to be a happy adult.
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White- why not read a favorite book from your childhood to help remind you of the pleasures of fun? This one is MY favorite!
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Trailhead Resources: (some ideas for fun!)
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That’s all she wrote! Now, get out there and have some summertime FUN!
Feel free to email me with any comments, questions, wins and/or challenges. And thanks, as always, for reading!
Warm wishes,
Patt
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