The 8 Myths of Making a Living: And the Truth of Making a Life: Getting Clear about Your Life & Work

by Miller, Mary Lyn

• ISBN13: 9781594111174
• ISBN10: 1594111170
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Writers' Collective

Summary

Today, many people are finding themselves in unrewarding work situations that do not meet their financial, emotional or creative needs, yet, they have no idea what to do about it. They may feel confused, purposeless and undirected, working long and hard, with no time or energy left to enjoy their lives. Veteran career consultant, Mary Lyn Miller, re-assesses life and work by defining the 8 Myths that unknowingly sabotage one's best efforts. In addition, she offers new insight into overcoming these age-old ideas. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Refocusing Your Life
Welcome	p. 1
Where Are You Now? The Beliefs Inventory	p. 3
Opening to a New Life	p. 7
The 8 Myths and Truths
I Don't Deserve Success Unless I've Worked Hard to Earn It	p. 17
Success Flows to Those Who Are Passion Driven
I Need a Plan	p. 35
You Need a Vision
A Job is the Only Way to Make a Living	p. 53
Income Can Flow From Many Sources
I Don't Have Enough Money	p. 65
Having "Enough" is a State of Mind
I Don't Have Enough Time	p. 85
Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time
I Can't Make a Living Being Creative	p. 105
Honor Your Creativity and It Will Support All Aspects of Your Life
Goal Achievers Don't Feel Fear	p. 121
Everyone Feels Fear; Those Who Achieve Their Goals Don't Allow It to Control Them
Requesting Support Shows Weakness	p. 137
Strong, Successful People Value Support, Ask for It and Use It Extensively
Tools for Living the Truth
Tools for Living the Truth	p. 155
Transforming Your Beliefs (Myths)	p. 157
Your Words	p. 161
Writing/Journaling	p. 165
Planting New Seeds/Affirmations	p. 169
Visioning	p. 175
Acting As If	p. 179
Experimentation	p. 181
Detachment	p. 185
Praise/Gratitude	p. 189
Patience	p. 191
Non-Resistance	p. 193
Resources
About The Life & Career Clinic	p. 197
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