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In today’s episode we look at what it means to Be Present - an important tenet of Intentional Optimism, and an extremely relevant and timely topic.

Intentional Optimism - a refresher 

• Optimistic - hopeful, positive, proactive
• Present - having a sense of wonder, generous, kind/open
• Courageous - lead, adventure, resilient
• Energetic - industrious, energetic and life-focused
• Wise - understanding, words, respect
• Intentional - sense of purpose, plan, grow

Topics discussed in this episode: 

What does it mean to be PRESENT?

• Cultivating a sense of Wonder [3:39]
  • Celebrate Beauty in all things and people
  • See things fresh and new
  • Decide to get Curious
• Learn how to be Generous [5:25]
  • With your Time, learn to be open to interruptions
  • Nurturing relationships 
  • Share your Expertise! Link arms and reach out.
• Be Kind & Open [7:25]
  • Feeling all the feels! Emotions are our barometer.
  • Don’t prejudge others' motivation. 
  • Be open to sharing with those in need. Embrace an abundance mindset

Now what? 

• HABITS we practice and ACTIONS we take [10:32]
  • Decide to look for wonder - in people, places & things
  • Hold things, like time, money and resources loosely
  • Determine to remind yourself that we are all made in the image of our creator
  • Learn to manage your feelings to help yourself think new thoughts
• Where do you need to become more PRESENT [13:26]
  • Have you become cynical?
  • Do you need to cultivate curiosity and wonder
  • Be more open to sharing more time
  • Foster a broader sense of openness for others

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Prov. 31:10-31 [2:19]
• Franklin Planners [3:06]
• Blog post “Why it’s taken me so long to “be present” and how you can do it TODAY” [1:10]
• Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones, James Clear [10:46]
• Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen R. Covey [11:13]
• High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way, Brendon Burchard [11:20]

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you’ll see my daily posts from She Reads Truth. This is one of my Spiritual Disciplines - reading the Bible every day. 

Email me at andrea@theintentionaloptimist.com and let me know how I can be your professional encourager!

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