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SPARK Insights:
What makes you tick?
The Journey of Self-Discovery​
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Quote

"The only journey is the journey within." - Rainer Maria Rilke

Question

What aspects of yourself do you want to explore further through journaling?

Action Step

Experiment with different journaling prompts to spark creativity and self-discovery. Examples include writing about your happiest childhood memory, your biggest fear, or your proudest moment.

Here are a few prompts to help:

• Imagine Your Ideal Day​
  If you could design your perfect day from start to finish, what would it look like? Describe it in detail, from the moment you wake up to when you go to sleep. Consider where you are, who you’re with, and what you’re doing. What does this tell you about the kind of life you want to build?"
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• Identify Moments of Joy​
  Think back over the past year and recall moments when you felt truly joyful or fulfilled. What were you doing, and who were you with? What was it about these moments that brought you happiness? List any patterns you notice that could guide you toward what you truly value.
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• Envision Your Life Five Years from Now​
  Fast-forward five years. Imagine you’re living your ideal life, and a close friend is describing the person you’ve become and the impact you’ve made over these years. What achievements, qualities, or contributions do they highlight? How does this vision compare to where you are today? Use this reflection to set clear intentions that can guide you toward this future self.

Statistic

According to research published in Psychology and Aging, journaling can enhance cognitive processing and improve memory function in older adults.

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Time to Create Your Vision Boards

It's almost the end of the year, which is the perfect time to start creating an intentional plan for 2025. A great visualization tool can be so helpful!

I've created vision boards using magazines and poster boards for the past 20 years, but sometimes it takes a lot of time, and honestly, I don't subscribe to magazines anymore.

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This is a great tool for you, as well as a great gift.

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Change your mindset,
change your life:

The ability to adapt and grow is a game changer in life and work.
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Use the 9 frameworks to transform your mindset today:
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​Carol Dweck's Growth Mindset Framework​
↳ Believe in your ability to grow and develop.
↳ Embrace challenges and view them as opportunities.
↳ Learn from criticism and get inspired by others' success.
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​SMART Goals​
↳ Set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals.
↳ Break down your aspirations into manageable steps.
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​GROW Model​
↳ Define your Goal.
↳ Assess your Reality.
↳ Explore your Options.
↳ Commit to your Will.
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​Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle​
↳ Plan your actions.
↳ Do and implement the plan.
↳ Check and evaluate outcomes.
↳ Act and adjust for continuous improvement.
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​Eisenhower Matrix​
↳ Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
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​Kaizen​
↳ Focus on continuous, incremental improvements.
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​Self-Determination Theory (SDT)​
↳ Promote autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
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​SWOT Analysis​
↳ Identify your Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
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​Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)​
↳ Incorporate mindfulness techniques to improve focus and reduce stress.
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Bonus:
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Reflection and Journaling
↳ Reflect on daily experiences and lessons.
↳ Practice gratitude journaling.
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Life and work will throw you curveballs,
The best way to be ready?
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→ Be prepared.
→ Be ready to adapt.
→ Be focused on continued growth.
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In the wise words of Carol Dweck: "Becoming is better than being."

When you're ready, here's how I can help you:

Group Programs

In 3 weeks I'll be launching a brand new group program! It will include guided modules, weekly cohort calls, and quarterly care packages to help support you and your career.
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Topics we’ll cover include burnout, career breaks, career pivots/transitions and resiliency. Whether you’re planning a break, in a break, transitioning out of a break, or looking for tips to not burnout - there will be a group for you!

Our first meeting will be in early December, and we'll kick off with an intention and vision setting workshop. Be sure to sign up to get the emails.
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Laura Nguyen ​Certified Executive Coach | Advisor | Author Visit lauranguyen.co | Schedule a call ​ ​​​

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