What's in Your Treasure Box?
Part 1
by Lori Radun
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Are you searching for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? Your life is like a pot of gold, if only you can see it that way. All around you and within you are pieces of gold just waiting to be discovered. Let me show you what I mean.
Finding your Treasures
Your treasures are those people, places or things that are near and dear to your heart. What's important to you? Certainly your children or a spouse would make this list. Maybe it's a friend that always remembers your birthday, or the Starbucks coffee girl that always brightens your day with a smile. Besides my own family, I love my church family. Anyone who shares their heart with me is held close to me. This past weekend I led a women's retreat, and my heart was filled from all the wonderful women I met throughout the weekend. What places in your life bring you joy or peace?
Maybe it's nature, a special room in your home, or a favorite restaurant. For me, when I lay down in my bed to read and relax, I feel blessed. My bed is soft, cozy and warm. What values strike a chord with you? Perhaps it is love, honesty or creativity. Or maybe it is adventure, peace, or intimacy. Connect with and protect those ideals in your life and you will experience richness.
The Precious Moments
Everyday, there are moments in time that are just like pieces of gold. However, most of the time, we are too busy to capture them. Yesterday, I had many of those moments. I watched my five year old perform silly tricks with silly names on the bed. I enjoyed moments of relaxation because I gave myself the gift of a housecleaner. While shopping for medicine at the drugstore, I realized the Easter candy was out.
One of my favorite candies is Robin's eggs. I indulged and bought a bag - it only happens once a year! I marveled at my teenager's fashion sense. He is picking out his own clothes now, and I must admit, he has sharp taste. Gone are the days of shorts and t-shirts, and me telling him, "That doesn't match". Now, he meticulously selects the perfect pair of cargo shorts with a matching "Apt. 9" polo shirt. Slow down, take a look around, and savor those precious moments.
Identifying your Gifts and Talents
Also, in your pot of gold are those gifts and talents God blessed you with. What are they? Maybe He gave you athletic ability or the gift to teach. Perhaps you are a wiz with numbers or you are good at building and constructing. Sit down and make a list of all your strengths and talents. Stretch yourself and don't stop until you have reached 50 strengths and talents within yourself. Next, ask three of your closest friends or family members to make a list of what they see in you. Chances are, they will see things in yourself that you don't. Now, instead of focusing on your shortcomings, you can focus on your gifts and talents.

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Lori Radun is a certified life coach and founder of True to You Life Coaching, LLC. She coaches moms to create peaceful, balanced and fulfilling lives by helping them honor their authenticity, identify and achieve goals, and make lasting changes in their life. Lori writes a FREE monthly ezine titled Smell the Coffee and the Cookies Too! To subscribe, go to her website at True 2 You Life Coaching
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