Life Coaching, Professional Women's Groups,
Organic Cooking Classes, and Inspiration
MyHeartDances(TM) was developed to support individuals in living from their heart and going after what they want in life. Our mission is to support you in deciding to be honest with yourself and be honest with others so you can face your fears and go after your dreams to "let your heart dance!" www.myheartdances.com
1. What Does It Mean To Follow Your Heart?
2. Two Quick Announcements- a. Getting Organized Newsletter and b. Orlando
3. 2008 Cooking Classes
4. Wellness Packages for the New Year
1. What Does it Mean to Follow Your Heart?
If you have been reading this newsletter for very long, you know that I really believe in the importance of following your heart and going after your dreams. Sometimes I don't like using those words because they've become so cliché. But what I mean when I say that I believe in these things is that I think, in life, most of us get off track somewhere along the lines because we are either trying to please someone else, or we are trying to stay safe - I mean too safe.
Pleasing people might mean maintaining a reputation, having prestige, trying to gain respect from family members or friends, or not telling the truth because you are afraid of hurting someone or afraid of what you will lose if you hurt someone. Staying safe might mean avoiding putting yourself in a position to potentially fail, never challenging yourself in your most vulnerable places, doing only what you are positive you can do well, trying to earn more money than you really need, etc.
Not Just Some Whim
When I say that I believe in following your heart, I'm not talking about following a whim or some feeling that just brushed up against you, but could run away just as fast. These things aren't always so trustworthy. Our feelings change based on hormones, stress, sleep, etc. What I'm talking about are two things. One of those things has to do with a major purpose in your life...something that is present in your heart often...something that keeps coming back, something that you have a deeper desire for, and maybe have already seen that you have some talent for. The other thing has to do with honesty and integrity with yourself. I'm not saying that maybe you are a dishonest person. I'm saying that sometimes our social proprieties cause us to speak things that aren't the truth because we are trying to be "polite," or because we are trying to do the "right" thing. We just go through the motions and say "yes: when we think we're supposed to say "yes" and we say "no" when we think we're supposed to say "no." But is that what you really mean? Are you saying what you really mean? Are you avoiding it because you are afraid of losing something or because you are afraid of arguing? Do you think some "thing" is really yours if you have to lie to keep it?
So really what I'm expressing when I say I believe in following your heart and going after your dreams is that - and this goes for most of us - it's tough to always be honest with yourself and to actually speak that truth to others, and I think it's easy to procrastinate on our dreams or take another road due to fear or comfort, but I want to challenge you to do it... To take it all piece by piece. To work towards it. Why?
Truth is a Stronger Foundation
Because I think your relationships will become more real and intimate, and although you might lose some people who can't handle the truth, you will ultimately discover people who can and you will feel like all of you is loved, not just part. And I think you were created with a talent that is intended to be used as a gift to the world or to your local community (community in the general sense, or community - as in your friends and family)... and I think that if you don't acknowledge and give these things that are inside you expression in some form (sometimes that means in "hobby" not always in "work") then not only will you cheat the people in your life from a gift you were given to give, but I think the knowledge within yourself that you aren't doing it will continue to haunt you until you do - so you might is well just get on with it.
A Roadmap
Sometimes we just don't know how to get there. We procrastinate, not because we are lazy, but because the big picture is not broken down into smaller more accessible pieces that we can handle more easily. We get overwhelmed, so we just keep it on the backshelf.
If you need help with these things, I can work with you to develop some concrete goals...or even help you to figure out what it is that you really want to do (sometimes trying to keep up with the world makes us forget what we want).
Next week: Does Following Your Heart Mean All Your Dreams Will Come True?
2. Two Quick Announcements
Getting Organized - Cindy's E-Newsletter
For those of you who read last weeks article, Getting Organized, and were interested in Cindy's services, she now has a newsletter sign-up at the bottom of her webpage. She sends a newsletter out about 1x every 2 - 4 weeks and it has great tips for staying organized and sometimes discounts on her services. http://organizingmatters.typepad.com/organizing_matters/
Orlando This Week
I'll be teaching at Chamberlins in the Winter Park Village on Thursday the 7th at 7pm. www.chamberlins.com
Hope to see you there!
2. 2008 Cooking Classes
Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company
"Thank you for sharing your home, knowledge, great recipes, and warm friends. There's something very intimate about creating and sharing a meal with others. It was interesting to learn about your holistic health background and cook with new ingredients. I look forward to taking more classes with you." - Heather
February 15 - 6:30 (Friday)
Veggie Quiche
Red Wine Vinaigrette Potatoes
Steamed Eggplant w/
Sweet Miso Dressing
February 24 - 11am (Sunday)
Thai Peanut Soup
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Lime Peanut Sauce
Coconut Millet
March 13 - (Breakfast Creations) 6:30/Thursday Scrumptious Breakfast Sandwich
Pumpkin Pancakes
Breakfast Burrito
Carob-Banana Smoothie
(this class is not vegan)
April 10 - (Dessert Night) 6:30/Thursday
Mooless Chocolate Mousse
Vegan Peanut Butter Pie
Almond Carob Coconut Balls
Cashew Creme
Pre-register Today - Only $50 per class -
Gift Certificates Available
All classes are held on the Upper West Side
Class is from 6:30 until 8:30 unless otherwise noted.
All classes include the following:
*Hands-on instruction
*Meet new people
*Learn cool facts and tips about the food you're preparing
*Get healthy tips
*Receive a copy of the recipe to take home
*Enjoy a DELICIOUS meal at the end of class!
Made by The Fabulous You!
Please contact Melissa at Melissa@myheartdances.com for more details and to register, or call 917-689-6530
**Classes are fun, relaxed, and not intimidating! They are great for beginners!
I don't know what I'm doing with my life. I'm not satisfied with my career, my relationships are not going anywhere. I'm not really where I want to be.
Sound like you? This package will cover career, relationships, spirituality, and health. You'll gain a stronger hold on your identity, and find satisfaction moving forward towards discovering and completing personal goals and projects.
6 sessions - $675
The Nutrition and Health Makeover
I don't eat what I should, nor do I stick to an exercise plan. I'm not even sure if I know what I should eat! I find myself snacking on junk food and eating poorly when I'ma t work or traveling. I want to have more energy and be fit. I want to grow old healthy!
This package is for the typical New Yorker. You want to be conscious about your health, but you are not making it happen. You want more energy and to eat better. In this plan, we'll get down to the nitty gritty about what is getting in the way for you, and how you can achieve a healthier you without cramping your lifestyle. We'll create a therapeutic lifestyle plan that works just for you!
3 sessions - $375
The Weight Loss Makeover
I'm tired of not sticking to my diets. I'm ready to make a commitment to my health. I want to see my real body underneath this cushion. I want to feel good when I walk down the street and enter a room.
Sticking to a weight loss plan is hard. No doubt about it! This program is designed to get you off the dieting cycle and get you on a plan to achieve results. It's for individuals who are ready to make a change and commit to giving this gift to themselves. No more quick fix attempts. This is the real deal!
10 sessions - $1125
I Am - Strategic Solutions for Women in their 20's
I love working with young women! It's a time in life where you are testing your own identity and power in this world, yet sometimes you feel conflicted by the pressure of your parents' and peers' ideas about what track you should be on. You have your own mind and you want to use it... but sometimes you're not sure about your different opinions. This program deals with self-image, self-respect, confidence, and effective decision making.
5 sessions - $575 (sliding scale available for this program, please call or e-mail me for details).
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All programs can be adjusted to fit your specific needs. Number of sessions can be increased or decreased based on your goals.
"For whatever reason, people are so inclined to spend money on a health club membership and working out their body, but when it comes to working on the mind and emotions, people are more hesitant. I remember the session that we had together and all of the advise and direction that you provided was truly excellent. You really made a very positive impact on my life and I can tell that you are exceptionally gifted in this area. You have a very intuitive sense and are able to put all the pieces together very quickly and correctly. These are very good skills for the type of coaching that you do, and I hope more people will see how they can benefit from the coaching that you provide." -J.R.
4. Pilates w/ Charlotte Blake
Charlotte Blake just started a new Pilates class at 6:30 on Monday nights on Broadway at 26th St.
"You are non-judgmental and so real and practical about dealing with these issues. I tell everyone about you. You are so young, but you are so smart and have great insight. I love working with you, and I'm a tough customer." GG, NYC
™ was developed to support individuals in living from their heart and going after what they want in life. Our mission is to support you in deciding to be honest with yourself and be honest with others so you can face your fears and go after your dreams to "let your heart dance!"
Copyright 2002-2005 Melissa King. Please feel free to share this newsletter or reprint articles, but you MUST include authorship and contact information.
™ was developed to support individuals in living from their heart and going after what they want in life. Our mission is to support you in deciding to be honest with yourself and be honest with others so you can face your fears and go after your dreams to "let your heart dance!"