Released on = July 2, 2007, 12:10 pm

Press Release Author = Nancy Christie

Industry = Consumer Services

Press Release Summary = A balanced life requires a balanced schedule of work, fun
and self-development

Press Release Body = "'I'll do it someday' is a promise we all make to ourselves
when it comes to following our passion," says Nancy Christie, author and change
expert. "But all too often, 'someday' becomes 'no day' as we let our schedule become
overloaded with tasks that fill our time but not our soul."
Christie addressed this issue during a recent interview on Ruth Klein's "Time
Management Secrets" show (www.ruthklein.com), as she offered tips on how to make
time for what matters. (The podcast is available for download at on the Press page
at www.communityofchange.com.)
Her suggestions include creating a reasonable "To Do" schedule for each day, writing
down your goals for this year and down the road, and balancing your activities
between work, fun, goals and personal "recharge and reflect" time.
A self-designated "rut-busting" expert, Christie says her intent "is to help people
make the most out of life - live proactively, not reactively - so they can reach
their dreams. Too often, what holds people back is their own insecurities and fear
of the unknown. But by fostering a sense of accomplishment and self confidence, they
can overcome those roadblocks to success and achieve their goals."
The author of The Gifts of Change (Beyond Words Publishing), Christie knows
firsthand how difficult it can be too overcome negative messages of "doom and gloom"
- a topic she explores during an upcoming interview on the "As You Think" radio show
on Sirius Satellite Radio (http://www.sirius.com/), where she is the official "how
to change your life" expert.
"Sometimes we are our own worst enemy," she says wryly. "We say we are being
objective but what we are really doing is forecasting failure. We throw in the towel
before the fight even begins. What I teach people is how to shut down the negative
thoughts by replacing them with positive memories and future-focused plans, giving
them a double burst of energy to keep them on track."
In addition to working on her second book, Christie also presents her change-focused
workshops throughout the country. "People love coming to my workshops!" she says.
"Not only are they fun and educational, they also provide a great way to connect
with others who are also 'change-focused.' The interaction is empowering and
enlightening!"
For more information about Christie, her book and her workshops, visit the Community
of Change web site (www.communityofchange.com) or contact her at 330-793-3675 or by
e-mail at nancy@communityofchange.com.
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About Nancy Christie
A member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors, Nancy Christie is a
freelance writer, essayist and author of The Gifts of Change, available on
Amazon.com and in bookstores nationwide. She is also the e-host of the Community of
Change web site, and creator of the "Rut-Busting" Workshop series which she has
presented throughout the country.


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