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Composure – You’re in control

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Composure – You’re in control

11-17 February 2019

Composure means you’re in control. You choose how to respond to people and situations rather than allow emotions to take control. Your head is in the right place and you are on track and being, and becoming who you want to be.

You practice detachment and don’t allow your emotions to control you and think clearly with your had about what to do and how to respond to what someone says or does. You are in control.

When you’re in control and have made the decision to respond you have the ability to think clearly and calmly and don’t get caught up in the drama of what is taking place around you.

When you are in control you find that you are a lot more effective and can respond to situations in a more responsible, reliable way all because you practiced self-discipline with yourself. When you are in control of your life you have a clearer vision of who you want to be, what you want to be and who and what you will allow, and not allow, in your life.

You are more openminded and can view things from other people’s perspectives and see the big picture rather than the small one that impacts only you at the time. You are a force to be reckoned with when you’re in control both the little stuff and the big stuff – such as taking control of your life.

I asked myself, ‘Am I going to withdraw from the world, like most people do, or am I going to live?’ I decided I am going to live – the way I want, with dignity, with courage, with humour, with composure. – Mitch Albom

How do you build character? You focus on one characteristic a week. Often when people go through challenging times in their life they are referred to as character building opportunities. We strive to help you build your character on a weekly basis so that when you go through challenging times, as we all do, you will be better equipped emotionally and mentally to tackle and cope with what life throws at you. By joining our tribe you will not only contribute by creating the world you want to live in – you will inspire others to do the same. Be the change you want to see in the world. Make a difference.

How to practice the ‘Character Of The Week’ (5 mins a day max.):

Every morning: 1) Read the card; 2) Reflect on what the card is saying to you right now; 3) Have a great day by trusting that this characteristic will come to mind at the right time during your day

Every evening: 1) Reflect whether, when and how you strengthened this characteristic today; 2) if you did strengthen it be proud of who you are; if you didn’t strengthen that characteristic what would do differently next time if you got the opportunity.

Life is all about living and learning – and taking action – enjoy!

Trish Corbett

info@ethicalfoundations.com.au

Trish is the author of 'How to Raise Kids With Integrity - for parents, childcare educators and teachers' and blogs about a characteristic each week so that the main role models in a child's life can help children grow with self-awareness and self-confidence so they can make a positive difference in their world by recognizing and acknowledging character qualities in themselves and others. This works for adults too! Try it - sign up for a weekly email.

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