Independence is a mindset

It’s hard to believe it’s been 6 years since we started Gallagher Solutions, Inc. That plus Gallagher Consulting, LLC makes almost 8 years of owning a business. I love what I do and enjoy the independence.

Independence is a mindset; whether you work for yourself, someone else, or are unemployed. Whatever you ‘do’ you can have an entrepreneurial spirit. I like the word entrepreneurial better than independent because for me independence suggests isolation, and I believe successful people surround themselves with other successful people.

If you’d like answer the questions below so you can begin to think about your current situation. No answer is right or wrong. After you answer the questions read on for more helpful suggestions.

1) Is your day routine and predictable? If yes, do you enjoy that?
2) Do you spend time each week with likeminded thinkers or tend to disagree with others?
3) Are you inspired by the people around you? Do you inspire others?
4) Do you tend to think of new solutions and possibilities?
5) Are you willing to try new things or would you rather stay with the status quo even if you are unhappy?

Routine
Having routine in your life can be very grounding and pleasurable. However sometimes it can lead to boredom and a lack of interest in trying new things. Monitor how you feel and if you are bored think of some fun new activities you can include. If you think you are too busy then consider what activities or tasks you can exclude.

Likeminded Thinkers
Believe it or not the likeminded thinkers are usually not our closest family or friends, because many times we are attracted to people with different personality types. Opposites do attract. However if you are looking for some motivation you may want to start a mastermind group. This would include a few individuals that share an interest of yours. You can meet weekly and talk about your goals and the progress you are making. You should hold each other accountable and provide ideas.

Inspiration
Inspiration comes from an attitude, which comes from a feeling. Engage in activities that allow you to be around inspiring individuals and for you to inspire others. Consider creative activities or get out in nature.

New Ideas
If you begin to feel stuck or dissatisfied think about your situation and how you can bring about positive change. The change does not need to be big. If you are bored there are little activities like driving a new way to work that can make a difference. If you hate cleaning the house, skip it once; or if you need to declutter the house then do it. Start reading or join a new group, club or class. Do anything you can to allow yourself to think about things differently. A new perspective can be like a breath of fresh air.

Happiness
Life can be challenging but in many cases the stress can be reduced or eliminated. In our society we have many choices, so if you are not happy examine the choices you have made. You do not need to make major life change to feel happiness. Like inspiration, happiness is an attitude that comes from a feeling. If your reality doesn’t make you happy then take time to imagine something that does make you happy. Not only will it reduce stress and the likelihood of illness and disease but it can also create possibilities for real change in your life. I heard Carolyn Myss speak a few weeks back and she said “You are entitled to nothing. Therefore everything in your life is a gift”. Be grateful for everything. People that feel gratitude are happier people.

Here's to your independence. And as my gift to my readers if you mention this posting you can receive 20% off on one month of life or business coaching. I also have a new gift for referrals so refer a client to me and I will send it to you!