Tag : Kindness

Gratitude Blast from the Past

Posted by Dr. Judy at 3:00 am

© 2011 Dr. Judy Krings

Don’t you love it when out of the blue someone from years ago reconnects with you?

Thanks exactly what happened to me today. An unexpected zip mailer package
came in the mail. I recognized the name on the return address, but I had not
spoken to this lovely young gal in several years. We met at a seminar I presented.
I recollected a special talk we had had, and I felt a smile illuminate my grateful
being as I remembered part of her story.

Positive reminiscence is one of my favorite life joys.

I held onto that package like an anxious child waiting to unwrap a Christmas gift.
I love surprises. I savored it before I zestfully ripped the zip tab.
What could this be? Why after all these years would I hear form her?
My curiosity meter was at 100% excitement.

The gift was terrific! A book, “The Power of Layered Leadership” by Bob Goshen.
I loved the book, but her beautiful thank you card was the real show-stopper.
I will never forget reading it. Never. It gave me huge pause.
After all this time, she wanted to thank me. To tell you the truth, I felt humbled
and unworthy, but she obviously felt otherwise, and I needed to honor that.
Sometimes you need to suck up the reality:
You are unique and you DO touch the lives of others.
It was a tough nut for this nutty coach to swallow.

I don’t know about you, but is praise sometimes hard for you to swallow, too?
Want my advice? Enjoy every blamed word of praise and suck it up like a
hummingbird on her last run of the day! Forget humility and remind yourself,
YOU MATTER!

When’s the last time you took a moment and thanked someone from your past?
Immersed them with gratitude?  Funny thing, YOU will feel better than
they do after you treat them to your appreciation. Try it.

So here’s to YOU!
Thanks for enjoying my blog and for adding such vivid color to my life.
Peacocks got nothing on brilliantly grateful you!

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Radio Positive Psychology Coaching Tips Inspire

Posted by Dr. Judy at 3:00 am

© 2011 Dr. Judy Krings

Have you ever been on the radio? Or do you listen to talk radio?
It is my pleasure to do both. We’ve all gone out separate ways now,
but here is a blast from WCUB’s past: Radio host, Kyle Kristofer VanLanduyt,
Dr. Stacey Soeldner, me, and radio owner, Lee Davis. We rocked if I do say so
myself! The best was we all laughed our butts off.

I have often been blessed with grateful, generous folks who zip me a sweet email,
post kind kudos on social media, or even give me a call like a man did after one of
my three recent radio shows I appeared on.

I often wonder, “What was their greatest take-away pearl of wisdom?”  Talk about
an answer to my prayer. There is nothing I enjoy more than knowing positive
psychology coaching struck a happy, love-of-learning chord with a valued listener.

The email below came from an adorable listener, “Pond Girl:”

Judy,
I was having a very, very frustrating afternoon so I took a break and treated myself
by listening to your show with Sallie Felton, “A Fresh New Start.”
Well it was a treat to listen to!
Here are some of the highlights of the show that really hit me personally:
-Speak up
-Strength spotting
-Don’t give up
-Your life is yours
-What are you good at?
-Strengths drive talents and natural ability
-3 good things to 1 bad (Fredrickson’s Positivity ratio)
-One new thing you saw in a day to savor
-Appreciate beauty
-Exploring
-Be ok with uncertainty
There were a lot of other things that I found very interesting, but I could not write
that fast! I resolve that I will listen to show again.
Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with others.
Love you! ~ Pond Girl

Want to share the fun? Go to www.coachingpositivity.com and listen
to the radio show. Your ears deserve a good jolt of upbeat treat!
And check out my new book, too – a double-dip of delight and no calories!

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P.S. Judy loves to hear your comments.
Feel free to send her questions you may have!

You can also connect with Judy on facebook, LinkedIn, or follow her on twitter.
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“Photo Adventures in Cuba ~ Unlock Your Power of Positivity”

Mom’s Doggy Delightful New Home

Posted by Dr. Judy at 3:00 am

© 2011 Dr. Judy Krings

Want an instant smile?

Think of those you love.

This one is for you, my precious Mom.

Who plasters the biggest grin on your face?

Was that the sound of a speeding bullet whizzing by?

Nah…It was grateful you darting off to say, “Love you!” to those you adore.

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P.S. Judy loves to hear your comments.
Feel free to send her questions you may have!

You can also connect with Judy on facebook, LinkedIn, or follow her on twitter.
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Visit: coachingpositivity.com
Score a copy of her new book soon:
“Photo Adventures in Cuba ~ Unlock Your Power of Positivity”

Mom’s Mother’s Day Delights

Posted by Dr. Judy at 3:00 am

© 2011 Dr. Judy Krings

Is Mother’s Day still fresh in your memory?
I hope it wove sunbeams of warmth. If your Mom has passed, or your Mom
never received the “Mother of the Year” award, knowing upbeat positivity you,
I bet you stopped to observe other happy people. Good for empathetic you.

What frivolous flow fun did Mom and I share? Each other!
Cathy and Bill, Mom’s caregivers, offered an upbeat chaser of their own special
sunshine. Mom loves the color purple (move over Oprah!), so Cathy’s two pairs
of hot, new PJ’s hit the purple bull’s eye. Mom laughed at the gaudy ceramic
rooster I hauled back from Mexico. Ironic, as she has chickens next door.
“Clucks of luck,” she cackled.
(See those chicks in a previous blog).

Mom also savored pots of colorful hanging plants, lawn whirly-gigs, and
bird feeders Bill masterfully installed outside her window.
Food, fun, laughs, and love. Those were the best gifts of all.

Her biggest surprise? My new book dedicated to her.
A year’s worth of work and worth ever minute.
To see her smile when she read the dedication, well, a tear came to my eye.
Understated Mom said exactly what I told Cathy she would say, “Oh, that’s nice!”
Gentle, kind, authentic Mom. Sigh.

Wheelchair-bound at 92, BEING supersedes the DOING Mom used to do.
Her wish for you? I asked her. She smiled and wisely and said,
“Always know you are lucky! Always be grateful for what you can do.
Accept everyday. Keep kickin’ even if it’s not so high.”

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P.S. Judy loves to hear your comments.
Feel free to send her questions you may have!
You can also connect with Judy on facebook, LinkedIn, or follow her on twitter.
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Visit: coachingpositivity.com
Score a copy of her new book soon:
“Photo Adventures in Cuba ~ Unlock Your Power of Positivity”

Mom’s Heavenly Earth Angels, Cathy & Bill

Posted by Dr. Judy at 3:03 am

© 2011 Dr. Judy Krings

Who are your earth angels?

Take a moment, pause, and remind yourself of the people
who kindly are the wind beneath your wings.

I have been in Delaware with Mom for 10 of the best days of my life,
helping mom after her recent move to her new home. Do I miss Ken?
You bet. But he is my empathetic earth angel who adores Mom, too.

Here are Mom’s earth angels, Cathy and Bill. Many of you have
asked me, “Who are these remarkable people who resigned their jobs to
look after Mom?” Well, here they are. Can you feel their love?
Bill and Cathy, met at work in Vermont.
They loved Delaware so they recently moved south.
Mom’s and my heroes.

Think “incredible kindness, compassion, and loving generosity beyond belief.

Want more? Wait till you hear about our Mother’s Day!

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P.S. Judy loves to hear your comments.
Feel free to send her questions you may have!
You can also connect with Judy on facebook, LinkedIn, or follow her on twitter.
Visit: coachingpositivity.com
Score a copy of her new book soon:
“Photo Adventures in Cuba ~ Unlock Your Power of Positivity”