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5 life lessons for success from ... a pencil?
5 Life Lessons for Success from ... a Pencil If the link to play the video above isn't working, click here to watch. Reader, as a writer I love a good metaphor. I love using stories to connect with my reader and to enhance their understanding. So when I came across The Pencil's Tale, I knew I had to share it with you. 5 Lessons for Living with Heart and Purpose from The Pencil's Tale Here are the things the pencil maker shared with the pencil before he sent it out into the world:
These life lessons aren't new. I've heard them from many people. You have, too. But hearing them from the perspective of a pencil, made them resonate with me a little differently. You, too? While these 5 are powerful and important to remember, I'm going to be so bold as to add another lesson to help the pencil live a fulfilled and successful life: 6. Be the best pencil you can be. Don't compare yourself to an ink pen, marker, or crayon. Embrace who you are and live in the spotlight of your strengths. Which of these pencil lessons are resonating most with you today, Reader? I hope that each time you see a pencil ... each time you pick one up and write with it ... that you'll remember The Pencil's Tale. I hope you'll take these lessons to heart and be an amazing pencil, Reader. As always, I'd love to know what you think of this week's newsletter. Post your thoughts on social and tag me (@coachmichelepeterson), or simply reply to this email! Thank you. I appreciate you! xoxo, Now for more good stuff ... Interesting Reads ...
WFH Tip: To WIN Working From Home, maintain a dedicated office space. And make it beautiful! Make it a space you enjoy being in! Badass Affirmation of the WeekI can do what has never been done before. I am unlimited. I fight for my beliefs. From the book Badass Affirmations by Becca Anderson I hope you enjoyed this week's newsletter. Thank you for linking arms and being part of my working from home tribe! I'll be back next week with more tips, inspiration, and other fun stuff to empower your WFH success. Until then, have a beautiful week! xoxo, P.S. It's my goal to inspire you and remind you of your greatness as we navigate WFH life together. If you loved this week's newsletter, please feel free to forward it to your friends! And if you haven't already joined our Work From Home Winners Club private Facebook group, click here to do so now! We'd love for you to be part of the community we're building there.
February 18, 2024 | Coach Michele Peterson |
Coach Michele Peterson
Get my best tips and insights on productivity, confidence, balance, and connection ... learned from 15 years of successfully working from home. Long-term WFH is a CHOICE, a lifestyle, a CULTURE. And I believe that if you're going to do something, you should do it right. But you don't have to do it alone. Activate your free subscription to The Tenacious WFH Entrepreneur newsletter so that you get your weekly dose of grit and grace to keep you going by entering your email address below.
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