Official Blog of The Tall Trees

Do You Ever Wonder About Your Life Purpose?

TheTallTrees — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:25:48 +0000

We’re excited to announce the creation of our new website (still in development) called How To Live on Purpose. You’ll be able to find many resources to help you create the life of your dreams. Read more about finding your life purpose, by following the bent of your nature.

And for more information about building your own “Power Team” listen to this interview on Blog Talk Radio to hear more about the amazing team we’re bringing together to serve you.

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When you understand and follow the bent of your nature, you will find yourself naturally aligning with other individuals who will support your life purpose.

Stay tuned for the grand opening of our new site!

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Seven Generations

TheTallTrees — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 03:00:07 +0000

We have a responsibility to our children. And to their children. And so on, for the next seven generations. We should know better…

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To Be Successful…

TheTallTrees — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 05:00:31 +0000

Simple rules to be successful…
1. Do the best you know how to do with whatever you do
2. Keep focused on the present moment and pay attention to details
3. Be willing to try anything and prove that it’s possible
4. Take action in accordance with your intentions
5. Form your opinions of another based on your own personal experience with them
6. Forgive everything before you go to sleep each night

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We Are All Related – Building Healthy Communities

TheTallTrees — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 05:00:40 +0000

It’s really all about relationships. And when it comes down to it, we are all related. This is the foundation of everything that we do in our life, and it is at the center of all Native American cultural philosophies.

Our friend and mentor, Gina Gaudio-Graves of DirectionsU.com invited us to her Relationship Marketing: 101 radio program to discuss “Building Healthy Communities.” You can listen here:

“For the large-hearted people, the whole world is one family.”

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Anti Bullying School Assemblies With Heart

TheTallTrees — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 05:00:31 +0000

It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from – people are people. Everyone is someone’s son or daughter, and if you hurt them, they’ll feel pain. Just like you.

No matter what color your skin, your hair, your eyes…no matter what language you speak or what religion you practice – we are related.

Everyone feels sad sometimes. Everyone feels mad sometimes. Everyone has hopes and dreams. Everyone feels disappointed sometimes. And everyone feels angry sometimes.

It’s what we choose to do with our energy that matters. Are you gonna lift someone up, or push them down? Are you going to be a force of goodness in the world, or go through life without standing up for those weaker than you?

Are you going to let others define you, or have the courage to stand in your own true light? Life has an assignment for you, and it’s waiting for you to show up. Are ya gonna show up?

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Burnt Out? Time To Re-evaluate!

TheTallTrees — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 05:00:44 +0000

Our son called today, and he is so burnt out. He has a young family, he’s working long hours and missing time with his companion and their little ones.

He said, “My baby giggled for the first time the other day, and I wasn’t there to see it. My little guy is saying all these new words, and I’m not around to hear it. I’m missing out, and I don’t want it to be this way.”

We’re now having an active conversation about how to create a life that has you in it. You know what I mean? Have you ever felt like your life was a run-away train that was headed for a destination you didn’t choose?

Who hasn’t felt that way? I know there were times in my life when I wondered what it was all about. I wondered who I really was and I wondered, “Why am I here? Is that all there is?”

These are the searchings of the soul. I know that’s not a real word, but I think you know what I mean. Somewhere inside us is a longing for a greater life, a bigger experience of the ‘realness’ of it all. An authentic life. And when we’re not having it, we know it. And that is stressful.

Do that too long and you’re going to get burned out. Period. You just can’t keep going through the motions and not having your heart in it. It’s eventually going to surface. And the longer you wait to pay attention to that little voice, the louder it’s going to get.

Mino-gizigud! Today is a good day. Because we can start to have that conversation. Who are you? Why are you here? Did you do what you came here to do? What makes your heart sing? Are you going to settle for this or stand up in your power and truth? That’s what I’m talkin’ about!

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Having a Stressful Day?

TheTallTrees — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:45:11 +0000

Let’s face it, things don’t always go the way we plan them. Sometimes, I’m really OK with that. And then there are other times…

Today was one of those, for awhile. Not too long, but long enough. In fact, how much stress do I really want to hang out in, anyway? Come to think of it, not so much.

Life is just too precious. Have you ever seen the bumper sticker that says, “Too blessed to be stressed”? I love that! So I’m sitting here thinking about the “sponsoring event” in my day that set the feeling of stress in motion.

And I can see that the event had nothing to do with it. I assigned some kind of meaning to it that took me down a path that was, well, dis-empowering. Interesting…

As I look back over my day, I can see that it’s really been amazing. Seriously. See if you follow me here.

I woke up at 3:30 am to catch an early morning flight. I got to see the sunrise, and it was beautiful. So I can choose to focus on feeling tired, or on how awesome life is. My choice. Which one gives me energy, and which one depletes me?

I had a fabulous flight and got to encourage a young soldier just back from Afghanistan. In just a few minutes I learned that he was going to see his father who has never been involved in his life. His mother made her completion two years ago. He reminded me of my own son, and my heart ached for him. Not because he was feeling sad, but because he wasn’t feeling at all. Just part of life, he said. You just get on with it.

Today I got to see my father. He is 82 years young, and I am so fortunate that he has always been in my life. There has never been a day that I didn’t know who he was, where he was, or if he loved me.

That’s not to say that we’ve never had ‘issues.’ We are just human ‘beans’ doing the best we can. Trying to love and protect each other and sometimes stepping on each others toes.

I want to protect him now, like he tried to protect me when I was young. I didn’t particularly appreciate it then, and he’s not so crazy about it now.

So there you have it. Life is unfolding. It is ever-changing, surprising, eventful and spectacular. I hope you’re enjoying the ride. I am.

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Mother Earth – A Natural Way for Stress Relief

TheTallTrees — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 01:44:34 +0000

I’m getting ready to head out to the garden for a little relaxation and stress management. I find that Nature is the surest thing to keep me grounded. When was the last time you actually had your feet on the ground? If you’re anything like me, you need to remind yourself to go outside and place your feet on the Earth.

Our bodies are constantly being bombarded with input. There is so little time that we take to discharge all that energy. So taking the time, regularly to reconnect with Nature and literally placing your feet in direct contact with our Mother Earth helps you to regain some of the balance you’ve lost.

So, back to the garden. I am so excited! For the first time since I planted them, my apple trees are covered with the most adorable little fruit. Just thinking about it makes my heart sing.

Earlier this Spring the branches were covered with beautiful apple blossoms and I hoped this would be ‘the year.’ But you know, there are no guarantees. We can only live our lives fully in the moment, with our hearts full of hope for the future.

We never know exactly what tomorrow brings. So today, make the most of this day you’ve been given. Celebrate this day, and honor yourself. Take a moment to relish in this sacred journey of life.

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Looking For Natural Remedies For Stress?

TheTallTrees — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 05:14:12 +0000

There seems to be a pill for everything. If you’re anything like me, you’d prefer to take a natural approach without having to concern yourself with the many side effects associated with chemicals.

We’ve been running a series of blogs about how to manage stress. Why? One thing we’ve noticed is that each year as people find themselves more and more inundated with day to day pressures of living, they are losing the quality of life they truly deserve. And it can really takes its toll on you, if you’re not careful.

That’s why we offer training programs like Keeping The Fire: SEVEN TIPS to Eliminate Burnout. We know that when you learn how to effectively and naturally manage stress, you are happier, healthier and more productive in your life. Ultimately, that just leads to a better world.

Life is short! Take the time today to check out our other blogs with practical tips and proven techniques to help you eliminate stress and burnout.

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Top Ten Ways to Handle Stress

TheTallTrees — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 04:51:57 +0000

I don’t have to convince you that managing stress before it gets out of control is a GOOD thing. The obvious question is, “What are some simple things I can do right now to relieve stress?” Well, I’m glad you asked! Here’s a quick list that you can pick and choose from. See which ones fit for you.

1. Start your day with gratitude. Take a moment to think about five things you’re grateful for before you get out of bed.

2. Get up early enough so you don’t have to rush.

3. Do some exercise before you start working to get your body moving and give yourself a sense of accomplishment. You’ll have a greater respect for yourself and feel empowered.

4. Meditate for 5 -15 minutes before you head off to work.

5. Drink plenty of pure, clean water each day. How much? At least 1 ounce for every 2 pounds of body weight. (Example: If you weigh 128 lbs. you should drink no less than 64 oz. of water a day)

6. Eat as much live food as possible. A good rule of thumb is at least 75% of your meal. Try lots of dark green, leafy vegetables.

7. Cut back on the amount of television you watch. If this is a hard one for you, try to commit to one entire day a week without it. And limit the number of hours you spend on it the rest of the week. You’ll be amazed at how much better you feel, and how much more time you have to do the things that you really enjoy.

8. Spend time with the people you love. I mean, real quality time. Make it a point to connect in an authentic way.

9. Pursue a dream that you set aside. Give yourself permission to do something you love on a consistent basis to bring the passion back into your life.

10. B-R-E-A-T-H-E…remember to allow your breath to energize, calm and refresh you. Your breath also carries out the tension and stress as you consciously exhale. Your breath is the great healer. Make sure to pay attention to how you are breathing, and let this simple technique work for you.

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