Working Moms

Ready to be Revitalized?

Posted on August 13, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Are you ready to be Revitalized?

As a busy mom, do you find it challenging to take care of yourself?

Are you exhausted from trying to do it all, be it all and have it all?

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Take care and see you there.

Hugs.

Gerrianne

5 Steps to Overcome Procrastination and Take Action

Posted on August 3, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Do you procrastinate and often find a myriad of excuses as to why you have not got things done?

Do you feel overwhelmed with the many things you have on your “to do” list and wonder how you will ever get started doing them let alone get them all done.

Many people blame a lack of time as the reason why they do not get things completed on their list. Granted, time is precious and there are many demands on all of us. However, sometimes the size of the list can often be the biggest reason why people do not get things done. They just don’t know where to start. What I have outlined are 5 simple steps that can help you tackle some of your list? So let’s begin.

Think about your list of things you need to get done in the next week. Take one of the items on your list and let’s work with it.

7 Ways to Decrease Your Stress - NOW

Posted on July 18, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Do you have a tremendous amount of mind chatter that goes on beneath the surface? Many people have self talk conversations that are negative abusive statements such as “you should”, “why did you do that” and “what is wrong with you?” These can lead to feelings of stress and overwhelm as we try and quiet the mind. Wouldn’t it be nice to speak with gentleness and kindness to yourself? To be loving and respectful of all you say and do.

Do you know how to steer your internal conversations onto the right track? I have outlined 7 questions to ask yourself to help you get grounded and mindful of what is happening in the present moment. Take a couple of minutes and ask yourself these questions.

Parents behaving badly!!

Posted on June 23, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Do you take out your frustrations on the ones you love?

Today’s parent is under tremendous pressure. Not only do you need to bring home the pay check in a tight economy, build a business, meet deadlines and be the best parent in the world, you also are expected to be kind, politically correct, and even tempered.

Are you a HIGH Achieving Parent

Posted on June 6, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

If you are like most high achievers, you like the title? You set the bar high and pride yourself on doing whatever it takes to accomplish your goals.

You have the education, dedication and motivation to get the job done well.

As a high achiever you have probably gone to university and received specialized training to be good at your craft.

You have a strong work ethic and manage clients, patients, employees or contractors in the course of your work. Your work life consists of phrases such as contracts, standards, rules of engagement, return on investment, cost benefit analysis, projections, goals etc.

There is a knowingness and confidence that comes with the education and experience you bring to your job.

With all of this structure and control in your life do you find it challenging to put the same kind of tenacity into parenting your kids?

7 Quick and Easy Steps to Using Your Intuition to Help You Make Decisions

Posted on May 30, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Are you overwhelmed with the number of decisions that you have to make? Are many of them appealing and hard to prioritize? Here are 7 quick and easy steps to help you find the answer that is best for you by tuning into your intuition.

1) Give yourself permission to take the time you need to really make the right decision - i.e. do not rush. The world will be better served when you are clear about what action to take.

Are you living your life full out?

Posted on April 20, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

This past weekend I had the opportunity to participate in a Mastermind Retreat with my business coach, Melanie Benson Strick, and 5 other heart based entrepreneurs. It was great learning.

One of the expressions that I heard throughout the retreat was the concept of "Living my life - Full Out".

What does this really mean? How does this relate to my work with families?

My work focuses on helping families transform from stress, depression and overwhelm to a life with more balance, less stress and more peace.

The Truth about Stress and Overwhelm

Posted on March 28, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

This last week I hit a wall. I looked at my list of things to do and realized that about 90% of them were about 90% done.

Nothing had been fully completed.

This scattered energy was costing me not only valuable time but also my self esteem.

AND I did not recognize it immediately.

4 Things You Can Do To Feel Better NOW

Posted on March 21, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

How often do you outline the things you need to change in your life order to feel better? The truth is, we only have this moment in time to do anything. We can plan for the future - in this moment. However, in this moment, we can only do what we can do NOW.

Audio - Taking Care of Yourself Even When You Don't Have Time

Posted on March 7, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

In last week's blog I shared 5 easy steps you can use to help take care of yourself even when you don't have time.

In today's audio, I have expanded on this theme with more details about each of these steps.

Listen to the audio then comment below and let me know your thoughts about these steps.

Much love,

Gerrianne

5 Easy Steps to Take Care of Yourself Even When You Don't Have Time

Posted on February 28, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

In today’s crazy world we often hear, “What are you doing to take care of yourself”?

For many people this is yet another thing “to do” and it feels like an impossible task with so many “other things” that take priority.

Today I want to offer you 5 quick and easy steps to take care of yourself “NOW”.

When it comes to taking care of yourself, what comes to mind?

Get support on the stress in your life

Posted on February 21, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Do you want some support on the stress you have in your life?

Call in tomorrow for an open coaching call and get the support you need.

GO to: http://www.familyguidancesystem.com/monthlycoachingsignupfor login details and how to access the recording.

Remember, the change you want in your life, begins with you.

Look forward to seeing you on the call.

Much love,

Gerrianne

Video - How is stress impacting your life

Posted on February 14, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

The last two weeks I have explored 7 steps on what you can do to decrease your steps NOW. These steps are incredibly effective at helping us stop the mind chatter and get us into the moment.

Today, on this video, I explore with you how stress is impacting your life.

What do you notice?

How is stress impacting your life from Gerrianne Clare on Vimeo.

Please comment below and let us know what is true for you around stress in your life.

Much love,

Gerrianne

Let�s make Blue Monday "Turn it around" Monday!!

Posted on January 17, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

How are you doing on your intentions and resolutions for the New Year?

The Monday on the third week into the New Year has been coined “Blue Monday”.

It is known as the most depressing day of the year. Why? Because it is Monday, the weather is dreary, the days are darker and most people have dropped their New Year’s resolutions by this time.

Sometimes, it is hard to keep upbeat and positive when things are conspiring against you.

Please Accept This Gift for your Help

Posted on January 10, 2011 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

I would love your help in completing this short survey http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SB3MVQJ and I have a gift for you to thank you for your time.

Over the past year I have had the pleasure of supporting many of you in moving forward in your life in a way that feels good to you.

I have done this through 1:1 coaching, teleseries, workshops and online programs.

I love what I do.

Setting Boundaries and Agreements - A Necessary Evil

Posted on December 13, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Over the years I have read alot about the importance of setting boundaries in life.

What does that really mean?

Setting boundaries is similar to defining expectations or agreements in a relationship.

For me, there are a multitude of areas where I want to set clearer boundaries in my life.

What about you?

What do you want this HOLIDAY Season

Posted on December 6, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

The holiday season is an especially busy time of year.

The expectations from society, friends, family and ourselves can be crazy making.

Have you ever experienced times that you are thrown in the company of family or acquaintances that push your buttons and make you want to scream?

Do you find that you sometimes react poorly to these situations?

Conquer your Stress this Holiday Season

Posted on November 29, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Welcome to the Stressful Season, oops I mean, Holiday Season!

The stores are packed, holiday plans are being made, parties are being organized AND

Moms' lives have just taken on a whole new level of stress.

"Having it All" from the Inside Out

Posted on November 15, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Are you a busy mom (or dad) caught up in the relentlessness of life, day in and day out doing the same thing over and over again?

Are you striving to “have it all, do it all and be it all” in your life?

“Having it all” is a term that gets passed around a lot these days.

For a good portion of society, “Having it all” means owning the car, big screen TV, house and toys that we want. In essence, "all" are material possessions or “stuff” that we finance through hard work and dedication.

Are you Ashamed????

Posted on November 8, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Did you know that we are the most in debt, addicted, obese, and medicated generation in history?

It is incredibly sad that North Americans have the most wealth but they are the most unhappy. Why is this?

I just had the opportunity to listen to Dr. Brene Brown talk on TED TV about shame and vulnerability.

Where do you get your support from?

Posted on October 25, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

The world of technology has provided us with thousands of ways to access new information every day. It is mind boggling how many opinions there are out there.

It can be challenging to sort through all of this data to find the information you need.

Do you Suffer from Guilty Mom Syndrome?

Posted on October 18, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

If you are like most working moms (inside or outside the home) you probably find yourself feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and guilty throughout your day.

Guilt is an epidemic in our society and working moms are especially prone to feeling like they never do enough, have enough or are enough for their kids.

Working moms want to be superhuman: DO IT ALL, BE IT ALL and HAVE IT ALL WHILE being loving and patient in the process. What an impossible task!!

These crazy, unrealistic expectations are sucking the life out of the heart and souls of moms everywhere.

It needs to stop.

Asking for help

Posted on October 12, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Asking for help is not always easy.

Last week I wrote a blog about “doing it alone” where I described some of my struggles in asking for and receiving help and support from others.

On a business level it is easier to ask for help because the demands and expectations of the job often require outside expertise to make things flow smoothly.

When it comes to heart stuff, asking for help takes on a whole new level of trust. The comments on my blog last week depicted the struggles many people feel in simply asking for help. Reaching out and being vulnerable can be pretty scary.

Doing it alone

Posted on October 4, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Doing your life alone is incredibly hard.

Whether you are parenting kids, growing your business or navigating through the chaos of day to day life, without support and guidance to get you through, life can be very lonely.

This past weekend, I attended Max Simon’s Sold out Seminar Secrets event in San Diego. This was my third event with Max as I am one of his coaching clients. Yet, even in this room of people that I knew from previous events, other purpose driven entrepreneurs, and healers, I felt very alone.

Adult Children - Creating the Connection you Want

Posted on September 14, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

It is amazing how many people have commented lately about the challenges they are having in their relationships with their adult children.

The story sounds familiar.

Something happened in the relationship and now there is a disconnection that is eating away at the heart of the parent. (and if the truth be told, at the heart of the adult child as well)

Many times the parent is unsure of what went wrong? Other times, they know what happened BUT they do not know how to make amends in a meaningful way.

Regardless of whether the child is 5 or 45, the bond between parents and child exists. When the child becomes an adult and moves on in their lives, the day to day experiences are gone, but the desire for some form of connection continues. This is especially true if there are grandchildren involved.

Why I do what I do!!

Posted on September 10, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Building my Family Guidance System business has been a crazy journey for me.

I thank my husband from the bottom of my heart. He has supported me, believed in me, cringed at the amount of money I am spending and routed for me when I was launching a new program or got new clients.

This journey has been nuts.

Yet I have persevered because I have a VISION

Is your family on the RIGHT TRACK?

Posted on August 31, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

A recent survey of parents indicated that the top three challenges they face in raising their kids (regardless of age) are:

Knowing what to do when their kids challenge their authority
How to handle the sibling rivalry and fighting that goes on in the home
How to motivate their kids without overstressing them

If you are like most parents, you want to raise happy well adjusted responsible kids, but the hard part is figuring out how to achieve this goal without going crazy in the process.

Family Guidance System

Posted on August 9, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Children come into this world innocent and beautiful, ready to discover their lives. Parents are excited and in awe of the ability to influence the lives of their children. However, when the realities of life hit, the challenges can be many and there is no instruction book on how to get through everything. This reality can be anything from finances, lifestyle, career expectations, to our ways of handling the different things that happen in our lives. The Family Guidance System (FGS) is here to help you find your way through the chaos of this crazy world.

Parenting - Career Versus Motherhood - Finding Your Balance!!

Posted on July 26, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

As a mom, there was nothing more challenging for me that finding the balance between my career and my family. I was working full time as a nurse in the Intensive Care Unit when my son was born. I took a maternity leave for 3 months to be at home with him. The thought of leaving him in a day care after that time was too much to bear. My husband’s job was in transition and this created the opportunity for me to stay at home full time with our son. We were incredibly lucky to have this happen.

Parenting - A Journey into Your Soul - The early years

Posted on July 20, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

As I mentioned in my last blog when our son was born, I was totally in love. I found myself wanting to hold him and cuddle him all day long. I noticed I became a little possessive if friends or extended family wanted to hold him. I got to the point where I became very identified with him. By this I mean, all of his achievements – rolling over, smiling, walking, talking and his behavior were a reflection of me and my abilities as a mother.

I wanted to know everything there was to know about being a “good” mom and I wanted to do everything RIGHT.

Parents, I need your help, please respond to this

Posted on July 15, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Hi, this is Gerrianne and I need your help. I am passionate about families feeling connected and whole and I love supporting parents in creating the family life they want.

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Parenting - A Journey into Your Soul

Posted on July 12, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

There is nothing like parenting to make you look at yourself and see how you want to be a better person.

At least that is what happened for me along my road of parenting my three children. Over the next while in my blogs I am going to share some of my journey into parenting – the joys, the sorrows, the triumphs and the defeats. I write this with the hope that you will find some solace in knowing you are not alone in your thoughts, fears and anxieties about parenting “the right way”.

FYI in my humble opinion – there is no RIGHT WAY or wrong way of parenting there is only YOUR WAY.

To begin, the biggest gift that parenting has given me is humbleness. Nothing like getting angry and frustrated with my kids to make me realize that all of those parents I judged in the past for yelling at their kids at the mall had really just lost it.

Parent your Teens with Confidence - Get your FREE WEBINAR

Posted on July 8, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Are you ready to parent your teens with confidence?

Over my personal as well as professional life I have been on a quest to be a better parent. From the birth of our son some 30 years ago to the tumultuous teen years of our youngest daughter, there have been many bumps on my parenting journey. I have studied probably every parenting course known to man, I studied human growth and development throughout my nursing education and career, and I have not only parented my own children but have supported hundreds of parents in being the best that they can be. In addition to all of this, I have had my own journey into myself and how to be the best person I could be. Waking up to what I can do to change how I react to my teenagers behavior has been an amazing part of my life's journey. All of this education, and life experience have been the fuel that has sparked the "Parent your Teens with Confidence" online program. Check out my website http://www.destressrevolution.com/yourteens to receive your free "Parent your Teens with Confidence" webinar. This Free one hour webinar is designed to give you some ideas about how you can parent your teens differently yet effectively.

Parent Your Teens With Confidence

Posted on June 10, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

If you are like most parents you want to guide your children into being happy, well adjusted, responsible adults.

The challenge is you are overwhelmed and frustrated with their acting our behavior, they don’t listen to you anymore and you don’t know how to let things go and let them grow.

They don’t come with a rule book.

There is a way to meet your goals of being an effective, clear parent and not feel tortured on the inside by the decisions you make and the expectations that you have.

Summertime Connection and Fun

Posted on May 20, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Making this a reality for you Family

When you look ahead to summer, the knowledge that there will be less structure to your days can be very appealing. Imagining lazy days of sitting in the back yard or at the beach relaxing and enjoying the company of family and friends tends to dominate our thoughts.

However, creating the opportunity for quality connections and fun this summer does not happen without some intention, action and planning along the way.

What does your ideal summer look like?

Who am I - Answer this question and reduce your stress

Posted on May 13, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Do you know who you are and what is important to you?

There may be days that you feel like you are everyone else's person defined by the roles that you fill in their life. Whether you are a mother, teacher, lawyer, garbage collector, or unemployed who are you behind the roles?

Take Charge of Your Family Stress-Now

Posted on April 27, 2010 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

I am hosting a Webinar Series entitled “Take Charge of Your Family Stress” during the month of May.

This is an opportunity to help families feel less stress and more peace in their relationships with each other.

I am committed to getting the message out there that "stress is taking its toll on men, women, children and the family unit and this has got to stop".

Similar to Jamie Oliver’s food revolution, I am starting the Stress Revolution. WE need to take charge of family stress, here, now and always.

I can educate, I can motivate but I cannot navigate your individual family circumstances. It is up to you to take charge of what you can. </

3 Ways to "Go Back to School" Differently

Posted on September 2, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

As the children head back to school after a long summer off many parents welcome the change. However, with this change comes the need to get back into the routine. There are dance classes, hockey practices, piano lessons, as well as the need for time for homework, getting to bed earlier, making healthy lunches, healthy dinners, and somehow in the midst of everything creating some quality family time.To top it all off, our work environments also pick up speed in September. Most people are back to work after summer vacation and the workplace hums with new ideas, projects, additional workload and other things. Are you ready for the change? How do you want this school year to be for your children? How do you want this time to be for you? Creating the balance you want can be challenging. All of these demands can lead to stress on the family, on you and your relationships.

Do Something That You Love TODAY!!!

Posted on June 3, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

What do you love to do? Take a moment and write out the things in your life that give you pleasure, joy, happiness and peace. Then ask yourself: When was the last time I gave myself permission to do any of these things?

Are you a Martyr or do YOU Matter!!!

Posted on June 1, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

What is a martyr? Someone who sacrifices their needs for the needs of others. Now this seems like a noble thing to do. Aren’t many of us conditioned from a young age to sacrifice ourselves for the good of others. Plus, the reality is that as a mother, there are times when it is absolutely essential to put our needs lower down on the list because we have babies and children to feed, change, organize etc.

WHO ARE YOU? Take 5 minutes to begin your journey of discovery

Posted on May 26, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Who are you?

Many people answer this question with a description of their various

roles.

For me I am a mother, coach, workplace consultant, former nurse, wife, sister, aunt, friend etc. With each of these

roles I have certain expectations

as to

how I want to fulfill them

6 Tips to Help Our Kids De-stress

Posted on May 5, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Hello all,

For those of us who are parents, the idea that our kids are not finding effective ways of coping with stress is scary. When you see all of the problems with childhood obesity, anxiety, depression, eating disorders etc. there is often a fear that we are not doing enough for our kids to help them with the challenges they face.

Take the Moment-Is Challenge

Posted on May 3, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

Many of us are WAY TOO BUSY to spend a lot of time on personal development but yet are desperate to find better ways to be more connected with ourselves, our children and our world. So we at Clare Consulting Group have developed the Moment-Is Challenge.

Notice your Reaction

Posted on May 1, 2009 12:00:00am, by Gerrianne Clare

It is a beautiful day outside. I love the sunshine, the buds on the trees and the smells and sounds of spring. Ah it is great to be alive.

I was reading a blog yesterday “6 tips for being a CEO and not ruining your kids life I hope” and could really empathize with Penelope who is a busy working mom/CEO and is trying to balance it all while keeping her children nurtured and safe. In the treadmill of life it can truly be a challenge. What I noticed most about the blog were the reactions from others to what she did. There were those that totally sympathized and empathized with her dilemma and those that judged and condemned her for her actions and decisions.