Astrology, Joy and Reflection!

“It’s like fortune cookies and horoscopes, there’s something for everyone.” A coaching client cynically commented as we were reviewing his strengths report (by the way, his strengths are as strong as his cynicism).

I dabble in astrology and appreciate that there can be something for everyone. I use it for reflection not to decide when to buy or sell stock.

Today, Friday, July 22, 2022, is the first day of Leo Sun Sign. Happy Birthday, Leos!

According to #spiritdaughter, “Leo represents a passage home to our hearts, a time to feel who you are, feel who you want to become, and accept every aspect of yourself…this season reminds us to celebrate our lives…it is a lesson in JOY.”

When I was an Executive Director, I did not always stop to see and feel the joy in the work – the small wins and the big wins – because there was always something coming next that needed my attention. Because there will always be something next is precisely why we need to stop and feel the joy. Take a moment to pause. Celebrate our wins.

As a leadership coach, I see clients struggle to answer the question, “Who do you want to be?” There is too much talk of “my work life” and “my personal life.” We only have one life, one whole life.

July is the midway point of the calendar year, and a great time for reflection.

I encourage you to take time for reflection.

Ask yourself:

• Who do you want to be?

• How do you want to feel?

• What brings you joy?