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Why comparison really is the thief of joy

October 28, 2016 By Karen Main Leave a Comment

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I’ve recently had a big, messy, awakening. It came after days spent consumed by frustration, dissatisfaction and all the other yucky stuff that swirls around these heavy emotions. Let me tell you I had my whinge on big time…  complaining to anyone who would listen, out for revenge and seriously cranky. Looking back I can say it was ugly […]

Filed Under: Connection and Support, Growth and Learning, What matters most Tagged With: comparison, emotion, feelings, happiness, joy

Why do we avoid joy and all that other good stuff

May 13, 2016 By Karen Main Leave a Comment

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What would feel like an absolute pleasure right now? My client squirmed and whispered.  “Pleasure? Me?   Uuuugghhhh!   I dunno”. I persisted, (because that’s what a coach does.)  What do you crave, yearn for or secretly desire? More of the same…   “I don’t really think about feelings like that.” “Okay then….   How about we make a […]

Filed Under: Desire Map, Feeling Fabulous, What matters most Tagged With: desire, feelings, happiness, joy, pleasure

This is Joy, my Joy…..

October 27, 2013 By Karen Main 4 Comments

Today I am answering this question from Danielle LaPorte. Gorgeous, gritty, vibrant, black & white, four colour, luminous …. joy. What’s it look like to you? What does joy look like to me? Children ooze joy, they supply the world with an endless supply of  joy. I see evidence of joy each and every day […]

Filed Under: Being Mum, Captured Bliss Tagged With: bliss, Family, joy, Motherhood, photos

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Karen Main is a Life Leadership Coach for people who are ready to make a change in their lives.
Through her coaching, workshops and speaking gigs she’s here to help you design a life you love — while making it all feel like a celebration.
And when she’s not working, you can find her indulging in a long walk with the dog, laughing with her kids or at her favourite yoga class Read More…

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