Pam's Daily Wave...

Good Morning and Welcome to my "Mermaid Monday" 😊

As this morning was a tad "dreich" (Scottish word used for damp weather) , I decided to have my "me time" at the Inn, as opposed to the beach. With a huge mug of coffee, a cozy blanket, and my trusty journal, I threw open the window so I could hear the ocean.... and settled into one of my favorite nooks. I love spending time, whilst it's still dark outside, enjoying the peaceful stillness of the early morning, and letting my mind wander......

I got to thinking about some old notes I had found yesterday - it was an assignment I had been working on for my then coach (several years ago, I was super fortunate to have had a phenomenal coach, who inspired me greatly).

The question had been a simple one -

"What did I want to do in the future?"

(A little background - At the time I was a senior director at Duke Clinical Research Institute, lived on a beautiful horse-farm 20mins from the university in Durham, and should have been super happy.....but wasn't. After 25 years in healthcare and clinical research, I was burned out and was ready for a change - but at that point wasn't sure what that would even look like......I could never seem to find/make the time to work this out)

Back to the question..... What did I want to do in the future?

Here is what I had written in response:

- Own my own business

- Write a book

- To help others that are in similar situations, to the one I had found myself in.... To change direction, find happiness in what they do, and to learn to love their lives

Those were the words I wrote.....several years ago!!!!

and I had completely forgotten about the exercise I had done.....and the answers I had written down.

So, here I am this morning pondering those answers and thinking - hey, I think I'm trying to do all of those things now..... none of which were in any of the future plans I had at that time.

Let's see where I am...

"Own my own business" ✔

• The Atlantic Inn in Hatteras

• My Atlantic Life Coaching and Retreats

"Write a book" ✔ (in progress)

• I now publish a daily blog

• Written a book of poetry (may try to publish)

• Working on a self-help book

• Working on a fictional book

"To help others that are in similar situations, to the one I had found myself in....To change direction, find happiness in what they do, and to learn to love their lives" ✔ (In progress)

• I'm available as a coach to anyone that is interested

• Running retreats at the inn - providing an inspirational place for people to take a break from their everyday lives and to spend time discovering more about themselves, learning new skills and meeting new friends

• I'm creating an inspirational daily journal that may help others, as they negotiate through changes in their lives

• Working on a "toolbox" of techniques and exercises to help others discover more about themselves and the happiness they can find, that will be available to download, from the "My Atlantic Life" website.

I never thought any of this would have been possible, in fact at the time I was asked the question, these were the words that had just popped into my head. There was no major thinking involved, these ideas were much more instinctual than planned.....I was going with my heart as opposed to my head.

If I had thought about any one of these answers in any detail, I would have had a hundred logical reasons why I couldn't do them. They had truly been in the realm of "dreams"......no logic, no tactical plans, no strategy - just a feeling that they were right....that these were my next adventures!!!

Often we are unable, for whatever reason, to free up our minds from our current challenges, giving rise to the feeling that "this is as good as it gets" (a phrase that, when told by someone at work I had trusted....sent me spiraling into despair - and yes, that trust went completely out the window after that).

The great news is that it doesn't have to be "as good as it gets"....but, (how come there is always a "but" 🙄) often it's only You that can change the situation - even when many elements of it are out-with your control. You still have control of how You react and deal with the situation, and move forward.....and until You learn that, you may well be stuck.

Have confidence in yourself....You know You better than anyone on this incredible spinning planet we call Earth 😊. You just have to take a little time out, get to know yourself a little better, be open to possibilities - and trust your instincts....I did 💗

Before I go, I have to tell you that I'm so happy.....you may remember I mentioned that I was going to have some of my poetry and images put into a calendar - well I did!!!!

And here it is...

I never in a thousand years would have imagined that I could write poetry, or take the pictures I do - let alone make them into a calendar that I was proud of. This is what can happen when you trust your instincts, and set out on a new adventure.......Magic can happen - even to a mermaid that was out of the water for a while🥰

Until next time,

Take care, Stay Safe and.....have confidence in your abilities (even if they are ones you never thought possible!)

Love and Hugs,

Pam

PS. If you're interested in a calendar, they are available by clicking this link:

https://www.myatlanticlife.com/shop

or e-mailing me directly at Pam@myatlanticlife.com

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