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April 25th, 2013
The past several days have been quite eye opening. 
I was rapt watching the coverage on TV recently, reporting on the manhunt in Boston for “Suspect #2.” Flipping through the channels on my remote, I was trying to see if any station had markedly different coverage than the other, but the information being reported was basically the same.
While contemplating what happened, and analyzing my thoughts, I found myself trying to comprehend the “why” of it all. What leads people to their actions? What’s the energy or motivating factor behind it all?
I wish, like everyone else probably does, that there were simple answers. There aren’t. It’s not as if simple answers would bring solace to the victims of tragedies like this latest one in Boston; perhaps it’s just my way of trying to comprehend something that I find completely incomprehensible.
What can we take away from the Boston Marathon bombings, the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings, the Aurora movie theater massacre, and too many other attacks, that can give us hope?
One thing I can point to is the bravery of those first responders and civilians who run to the trouble and not from it. They see someone who needs help and literally risk their lives to offer that aid. They pull twisted wreckage off the victims. They offer medical treatment as best as they can. They carry the wounded away from the danger. They comfort those who have lost someone dear to them.
Those not directly impacted, or who are hundreds and thousands of miles away, offer support by donating food and clothing, giving blood, raising funds for charities, and standing together to show unity and sympathy.
Closer to home, I remember the days and weeks after 9-11. We all seemed to be a bit nicer to each other. A little more tolerant and forgiving. More caring.
You and I alone aren’t going to solve all of the world’s “challenges.” We can, however, make our little parts of it better. Let’s try to put ourselves in the other person’s shoes. To smile more. To tell those we love that we do. Help a neighbor or a stranger. Let’s make an effort to just be nicer. Everyday.
I’m committed to it. And if you are too, I’d love you to share what you experience through this commitment in the “Comments” section below.
Live on Fire!
D. Luke Iorio, CPC, PCC, ELI-MP
President & CEO
Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)
Tags: adversity, change, perspective, power of choice
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March 22nd, 2013
 Here’s a little brain teaser for you. Why are all the following equations correct?
1 = 1
24 = 1
1,440 = 1
86,400 = 1
Did you get it right away? Need a clue?
OK, here’s a hint…take it one day at a time. Got it now? No?
Well, as much as I would enjoy making you rack your brain to try to figure this one out, my space here is limited, so I’ll just tell you.
They’re all elements of one day.
One day consists of 24 hours, 1,440 minutes, 86,400 seconds. That’s all we get each day. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you do, the numbers are the same for all of us.
We can’t buy more time.
We can’t stop those seconds and minutes from passing.
And, we certainly can’t get back the time that has already passed.
What we can do, though, is take advantage of the time we do have. Let’s not stare at the ticking clock and watch time slip away, like a kid waiting for the school day to end. Instead, let’s savor every moment. Make the most of every minute. And, when the time comes to put our heads down on our pillows at night, know that we made the most of the day.
So, when you wake up tomorrow, how will you live so that each second is more meaningful than the last?
Live on Fire!
D. Luke Iorio, CPC, PCC, ELI-MP
President & CEO
Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)
Catch more of Luke’s insight into happiness, leadership, and success, on March 28th, 7 p.m. (Eastern)/6 p.m. (Central)/4 p.m. (Pacific), during The Positivity Project. This eight week series features live interviews with the world’s most knowledgeable experts in positivity and change.
Tags: encouragement, gratitude, happiness, perspective
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January 14th, 2013
 Think of someone you know who epitomizes success, whose way of being automatically attracts amazing people, places, events, and opportunities.
They jump into endeavors with gusto, and without fear or hesitation. While each of us can do many things well, there is really only one thing that you can truly master, and that is being YOU.
You are uniquely perfect, and when you tap into your true core, your real gift to the world is revealed. When you share that gift with the world, you will be living an abundant, fulfilled, and enjoyable life.
It means feeling in control because you are at the cause, instead of the effect, of your life.
So, be mindful of these 3 concepts:
1. Understand that you have a unique gift to offer to the world, and that such an offering comes when you are truly authentic.
2. Discover (remember) what exactly is your truly authentic self.
3. Share who you are with the world, in a way that only you can.
It’s not what you do that matters, nor how you do it. It’s about knowing who you really are, and how you express who you really are in whatever you choose to do.
Each day this week, before your feet hit the ground, ask yourself a question: how can I truly discover my authentic self, revealing my gifts to the world at large?
—Bruce D Schneider, MCC, PhD
Founder, Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)
(Today’s blog is excerpted from iPEC’s self-mastery personal development program, The Law of Being.)
Tags: being authentic, personal achievement, perspective, success
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December 31st, 2012
 As New Year’s festivities get underway, how are you envisioning the year ahead? Perhaps you want to learn a new language, start a family, or change your career path.
Before the clock strikes midnight, make yourself one promise for 2013: LIVE IN THE MOMENT.
Living in the moment allows you to enjoy the experience that each moment offers. If you are IN-TO-IT, you will be more able to use your IN-TU-IT-ION because when you are truly present, your senses come alive.
Be in the moment without worrying about what will happen or what has already happened. If you are worried about the future, or thinking about the past, you cannot be present in the moment.
If you try to force something to happen, you deplete your energy. When you are totally focused and living in the moment, all energy is available to you, and you are living closest to your full potential. If you can actively work on this, then the coming year will be one of great abundance and awareness.
Happy New Year!
—Bruce D Schneider, MCC, PhD
Founder, Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)
(Today’s blog is excerpted from iPEC’s self-mastery personal development program, The Law of Being.)
Tags: encouragement, perspective, power of choice, self-improvement
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December 17th, 2012
 Study your relationship with wisdom.
When you practice being wise, you break through limiting beliefs, assumptions, and interpretations. You see, when you accept the way things seem to be, you’re not looking at all the possibilities. Wisdom is not limited to “facts.” Wisdom means trusting the TRUTH within yourself more than you trust what most people believe is TRUE.
The truth is that we are, inherently, all geniuses. Once you can let go of the blocks that hold you back, you release the wisdom and the master within you and live closer to your potential. Wisdom is not a measurement of what you’ve learned. Wisdom is your inner capacity to know without learning. True wisdom allows you to go beyond what you believe is possible, and truly make a difference in the world.
Take a moment to consider how you have been measuring your level of wisdom. What definition has created your reality? What definition would you like to use from now on?
—Bruce D Schneider, MCC, PhD
Founder, Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)
(Today’s blog is excerpted from iPEC’s self-mastery personal development program, The Law of Being.)
Tags: encouragement, life potential, perspective, reframing, wisdom
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