A Letter To My Accountability Partner

Dear Cyber Sister,

Well I have also done a little soul searching. Ok, a lot of soul searching! This is what I came up with:

1. After I completed the 30 day email coaching program with Shayla Smart, I fell back into procrastination mode.
2. I became doubtful of myself and my ability to accomplish my goals.
3. I allowed fear of being unsuccessful to take over my thoughts.

So, now that I know these three things, what have I done to change them??? Well, I connected with Tamyka Washington and signed up for coaching services through Compass which is the company that she is a representative for. There is still a lot of personal development that I need and it's time for me to invest in me (within the budget of course)!!

I am also going to try to dedicate at least 1 hour a day for developing G.O.A.L. Model Enterprises. This is where the jars decision comes into play. I realized that I have been hiding behind my crafts because I am or was afraid to put in the necessary work to get G.O.A.L. Model up and running. I was feeling like if I focused on the crafts, that I would "magically" realize that being a crafter is what God has intended for me to do and the vision of G.O.A.L. Model would vanish. I can't shake G.O.A.L. Model. It's not going anywhere. There is at least one female out there who needs the services that I have to offer as a G.O.A.L. Model and I can not let her down. When I leave my comfy position as a teacher, it is a must that I step into a position that will allow me to serve God and live out his will for me. Crafting is a new found hobby that I just happen to be very good at. Motivating and empowering women is my passion. My success may not come through financial gains but if I can't reach hundreds or thousands of women and help them identify their purpose in life, then I will indeed be rich!...

...This felt liberating! It's always good to look in the mirror and reflect on who you see. My vision just got a little more clearer. God is definitely listening.

A Letter To My Accountability Partner

I Confess...I Missed Me!

Well if you haven't noticed, I haven't updated my blog since August! I returned to work (I am a full-time teacher) and immediately got thrown into a different world. I had to move to a new school and it was indeed a challenge in the beginning, however, I have conquered bigger challenges before, this one was no different. This was only a minor bridge to cross compared to others. So for the past few weeks, I have been getting myself and my children back into school mode. I am also a part-time graduate student, and I must admit that the classes ain't gettin' no easier! My "Motivation Tank" is half empty and I need me to get myself motivated!!!

Sounds cocky, huh? Not at all!

See, as I share my personal thoughts, dreams, goals, trials, and challenges with you, I also become empowered, inspired, and motivated by my words. In my attempt to help you Get Optimistic About Life (G.O.A.L.), I have to remind myself that I also need to Get Optimistic About Life. I have to read my own posts for encouragement. I have to reflect on my own words and empower myself in order to continue on my journey to empower other women.

So I need Me to stay focused on my vision. I need Me to stay dedicated to this blog. I missed Me! But I'm glad I'm back!

I Confess...I Missed Me!

FREEDOM FRIDAY: Do I Have To Go Back To Work????

Today is the last Friday of my summer. I will return to my classroom on Monday and begin preparing for the new school year. This has been my routine for the past five years. The only thing different is I will begin this school year knowing that by the end of the year, I will have accomplished several small goals that will lead me to my ultimate goal of being a Certified Professional Life Coach. I have already started manifesting positive things and attracting positive people in my life. I can only imagine what else God has in store for me as I create my own lane in the Universe.
The past two weeks have been a blessing to me, as well as confirmation that I am on the right track with my vision. I have transformed myself into a sponge, soaking in any information that I can along the way. I have become transparent, so that others may shine their light on me and through me. I am Getting Optimistic About Life and MODELING how to do it for others.

I. Am. A. G.O.A.L. Model...And my runway is bigger than the Universe!!

FREEDOM FRIDAY: Do I Have To Go Back To Work????

You've Got Dreams...Now What???

I have created my virtual vision board (working on materials for hard copy) and I've been thinking, speaking, claiming, and working on achieving my goals.  I'm more focused, motivated, and determined than I have ever been. I KNOW that I am SUCCESSFUL!  But I must admit that there are times that I feel like I'm chasing someone elses reality.  I feel like I only want to be what I see others become.  I get discouraged and go back to being content with being a teacher.  I think to myself: You can't beat the salary, benefits, nights, weekends, and summers off! But I know I'm not happy with "my happy little life".  I know that I am more than what I am now and the Universe is waiting for me to claim my DREAM LIFE!  I hear ya, Universe! Loud and clear!

So now that I am in the process of designing the life that I want, I have committed myself to becoming focused on doing EVERYTHING that it takes to get there. I've already taken the first step by creating my own job title. Hello, I'm Sharmetra Pittman, G.O.A.L. Model Consultant. I don't need a certificate or degree to be a G.O.A.L. Model.  All I need is my God-given talents of listening, observing, talking, desire to help others, and my long (and steadily growing) list of life experiences to help me educate and empower others to do the same with their lives. That's it! Now of course I'll continue to research and utilize different tools and strategies that will assist me in helping others get optimistic about life. Hey, now that I think about it, I'll create my own tools and strategies (Note to self: add tools and strategies to the goal sheet)!

Well, what do ya think?  What do you dream about doing? Have you started working on making those dreams a reality? If not, ask me for help! I'm a G.O.A.L. Model! Are you?

You've Got Dreams...Now What???

What's Your Vision?

I have been hearing about the concept of creating a vision board for over a year now.  Even though vision boards have been around for a long time, I had never been exposed to one.  The first time that I had ever heard of a vision board was while following Stephanie Alva.  Stephanie Alva is a Certified Professional Life Coach and Founder of My Life Keys.  The next time I came across this concept was on Oprah's website.  However, Oprah allows you to create a virtual version of a vision board that she has named a Dream Board.  Just recently, I came across the vision board concept again on Soulful Sandstone.  Soulful Sandstone is a great resource for Tips on Setting Goals and Reinventing Yourself.

So after reading many of the posts on Soulful Sandstone, I have decided to challenge myself to bring my vision to life. I am more motivated, inspired, and determined to succeed than I have ever been! I am a G.O.A.L. Model, ARE YOU?

What's Your Vision?

Let the journey begin...

December 24, 2009. My 30th birthday to be exact. Weeks before my birthday, I cried, looked for answers, harrassed my friends and family about what to do, and almost gave up. What was wrong? I realized that I, Sharmetra, had never set any goals. Yep! Outside of the routine goals of graduate from high school and college,  I had not a clue of what I really wanted to be when I grew up.  I became a mother at the age of 20, and then again at 22, so basically everything I did was to take care of my girls. But I was still getting a feeling of being lost in the world.  I would listen to my husband talk about his dreams and goals and I could never join in because I didn't have any. My Bishop talked about having dreams and goals. Everybody is talking about dreams and goals. Except me. 
But!!!! There is a God!  It was like magic! On my 30th birthday, I woke up feeling new. Energetic! Motivated! Inspired! Why? Because there were little goals swimming around in my head just waiting to be accomplished!  On that day, I knew what I wanted to be. I knew that the one thing that I was absolutely great at doing and loved doing, was what I was destined to be. And that would be my goal.  I motivate people.  I empower people. I inspire people.  My testimony has to be shared so that others can know that there is life after mistakes. My goal is to be a mentor.  And that's what I'm gonna do!

Let the journey begin...