Before you launch into your busy week, I wanted to share a couple of things that have helped improve the quality of my life.

When I pick too many things to “Get Done” in a day, my head gets cluttered and overwhelm sets in. Before I even begin to focus on each of the tasks, peace has disappeared and I’m not present in my body. Then when I do get present, it is painful.

I find that when I approach several things at once on my list, I lack joy because my focus is on “Getting Everything Done”. Unrealistic goals cause me pain and frustration, which leads to self-criticism.

I’ve found that when I pick one task for the day that contributes to my Life Purpose, I feel good.

I’ve found that realistic expectations of myself stop self-sabotage.

When I slow down, I get more done! I also feel happy and I am present in this moment. Instead of worrying about something that has to be handled a month from now, I can appreciate the sunrise and the miracle of holding my baby boy in my arms.

Many blessings,
Joanna Garzilli

• Are you drowning in the global financial quagmire of heavy debt?
• Is the unhealthy economy getting you down?
• Do you notice the energy of fear, scarcity and despondency seeping into your aura as financial losses are center stage on the news?

As the collapse of Lehman Brothers sends shock-waves throughout the U.S. and impacts the global economy, it would be easy for you to say “It’s not a good time to start my business” “I can’t take a vacation with this awful economy” and “It’s all George Bush’s fault”.

Don’t blame anyone and stop making excuses.

Mediate on this…

Now is a great time to start a new business because the infrastructure of the economy is transforming right before our eyes.

On the surface it looks like doom and gloom. In truth the business systems that do not meet the needs of our society anymore are collapsing. That which is not working is falling apart.

It is important to remember people always need clothes, an accountant, a hairdresser, food, doctors, a home, etc.

What stops you living a full life?

You can change the face of business. You can boost the economy and create jobs for others through your ideas.

Will you turn your idea into a reality? Or will you just talk about it?

Take the first step and write the book, launch your new business, reach out to new clients, treat yourself to a mini-vacation, increase your communication skills so you may better understand people and most importantly, understand yourself.

When you get honest with yourself and meet the needs of your soul, life becomes exciting.

Entrepreneurs’ successes come from their secret weapon of stepping into a negatively perceived environment and recognizing it as a Land of Opportunity.

Do you see how it’s all about your perception?

Will you choose to sink or swim?

The choice is yours. You can transform this economy for the better.

Get quiet, go within and let your intuition guide you. The answers will come once you decide to make a positive impact.