Once in a great while, a book title just grabs you in a way that makes you want to stop what you’re doing right then and there and open it up to experience the gems you know are waiting inside.

I recently discovered just such a book, and its gems were numerous to say the least.

I’m talking about a new book titled The Life You’re Made For: Finding Clarity, Confidence, and Courage to Be Fully Alive by Dr. Heather Penny.

Heather helps you blaze a path to the life of your dreams through a transformative process she calls 3C Living. Her guidance helps individuals and teams get traction in their personal and professional lives.

Whether you’re new to executive leadership or are feeling like your career is on pause and your personal life is dragging you down, 3C Living provides a practical, proven blueprint to take you from where you are to where you want to be.

But don’t worry. This isn’t one more book about doing more. You’re probably already doing too much.

This is a book about building rest into your hectic schedule, recognizing and reducing mind chatter, identifying the Givers in your life as well as those who may be taking too much.

You’ll read about the art of receiving, how to “spiral up” rather than down, and how to pursue that unique dream that goes beyond just surviving day to day to actually thriving. Along the way, Heather provides a few simple exercises, questions, and cautions to empower you to stay on track.

I hope you’ll click the play button below to learn more about Heather and her work. For a summary, just keep scrolling.

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In today’s episode, I ask Heather about:

• Asking better questions of yourself to help you deal with negative self-talk
• Understanding the role of the Givers in your life and how to make sure to surround yourself with the good ones
• How you can grow stronger by courageously pursuing peace 
• And lots more!

Order Heather’s Book

You can order your copy of The Life You’re Made For: Finding Clarity, Confidence, and Courage to Be Fully Alive right now!

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Heather in Action

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Connect with Heather personally on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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