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Leaders Catch People Doing Something Right

Maggie Sabatier-Smith January 22, 2019

Perspective… Is this cute pug stealing the shoe or picking it up for the owner?

As a leader, are you in the habit of catching people doing something wrong or doing something right? Some of you are tempted to ignore this post because you don’t see yourself as a leader. Consider what John Maxwell has to say… “Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.”

Leaders, those of us who understand our role as influencers – are in the habit of noticing people.

Leadership Development, Personal Growth

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Rekindle the Romance – Fall in Love Again Part 5

Maggie Sabatier-Smith January 16, 2019

Are you hooked on romance? A chic flick junkie? I admit that I love a good story – a happily ever after. How about you? How about those sad love songs like the one that’s playing in my head right now: You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling. Yes, I’m dating myself. I can hear the Righteous Brothers singing their 1964 recording… “and it’s gone, gone, gone.” My younger audience will have to google it and the rest of us won’t be able to get the tune out of our heads for a while.

Whether you are in a relationship now or simply enjoy living through the characters in a good romance, I invite you to continue reading. I believe there is something here for everyone.

Personal Growth, Prayer Faith and More, Starting Over choices, Love, Romance

Today I Begin Again

Maggie Sabatier-Smith January 2, 2019

New day and new year, today I begin again. Beginnings are my specialty. I love the magic of uncharted territories – the hope that fuels a fresh new start. Even as a child I could hardly wait for the first day of school. With my fresh untouched school supplies I looked forward to an unpredictable school year.

Carried into adult life, I approach life in the same way. Monday mornings are my opportunity to do-over, do-better or do-differently. For each new month and now a new year, I set goals. I’m confident that “this time I’ll succeed.”

Change is my addiction of choice.

Personal Growth Change, Goals, Priorities, Resolutions

Embrace Your Story – Fall in Love Again Part 3

Maggie Sabatier-Smith October 15, 2018

You’re invited! Adventure back in time – to take a fresh new look at your life story.

A treasure hunt – your assignment is to discover or revisit precious nuggets of life lessons. Dig up those secrets – shine the light of forgiveness on mistakes made. Release the story you’ve held prisoner in your heart. Remember, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 (NIV)

Personal Growth, Prayer Faith and More Adventure, Faith, personal development, Transformation

Mind Your Own Love – Fall in Love Again Part 2

Maggie Sabatier-Smith September 29, 2018

My self-confidence is in the pits.
Where’s my Chispa – that spark of hope that compels me to live a vibrant life?
What vibrant life?
Did I ever matter?
Does anyone even notice me?

Have you ever asked yourself these questions?

Mind Your Own Calling, Personal Growth, Prayer Faith and More choices, Faith, God's Purpose, personal development, Prayer, Priorities

Fall in Love Again – Remember Why You Started

Maggie Sabatier-Smith August 11, 2018

Ideas flow continually in my busy mind. Sometimes they just fly by – a faint whisper in the wind – gone forever. What was that thought, I wonder. Oh well, not to worry, there will be another. The words fall in love again however, just won’t go away. They not only surface when I least expect them, they bring with them a deep longing.

Personal Growth, Prayer Faith and More, Starting Over choices, Faith, Prayer

High Five or Not?

Maggie Sabatier-Smith July 24, 2018

Oh look, a bird! These are the only words I remember from my college professor’s description of my personality traits. It fits me perfectly. Distractions often rob me of the value of the present. According to my assessment results, I’m described as enthusiastic, imaginative, energetic, creative, warm, future-oriented, caring, optimistic, possibility focused, open, spontaneous and playful.

Some of you relate. In fact, I imagine us sharing some high fives as we celebrate

Mind Your Own Calling, Personal Growth God's Purpose, Path Elements Profile

Whatever… Is it time to empty your Whatever folder?

Maggie Sabatier-Smith June 6, 2018

I took a walk down memory lane this morning in search of an old post in my Life Coach Maggie Facebook Page. This took me down several bunny trails – some of you, like me, travel those trails frequently. As happens often, I got distracted and quite frankly can’t remember what I was searching for to begin with. Instead, I ran across one of my early live Facebook videos. While still an amateur at this, I chose to share it here because the message is worth repeating.

Coach Maggie's Musings, Mind Your Own Calling, Personal Growth Change, choices, Priorities

Uncertainty… Your Place of Victory

Maggie Sabatier-Smith September 27, 2017

When the pressure is on… when you face the giant in your life and recognize you can’t take another step without Divine intervention, that’s your place of victory.

I’ve recently experienced the drama of waiting for Hurricane Irma

Coach Maggie's Musings, Personal Growth Faith, Maggie'isms, Uncertainty

Here’s the Deal… No!

Maggie Sabatier-Smith February 16, 2017

When my grandchildren hear me say “Here’s the Deal!” they know that what follows is non-negotiable. No amount of whining will change the course of what is to happen next.

I learned this gift of “no” early on in my faith walk. Back then,

Personal Growth Maggie'isms, personal development