1. So much has changed in 2008.  Its truly been an exciting year for the development of my new web business.  You'll notice a revised name and version for this newsletter 'Balance and Growth: Coaching for Physical, Spiritual & Financial growth'.  This better represents the meaning and purpose behind my endeavors in 2008.
2. As part of this evolution, I have been writing many, many coaching, lifestyle change, and personal development articles.  Each month I will provide a short summary of one of these articles and a link to the extended version.  I'll also provide links to each of the articles written for the last month at the bottom of this newsletter .  
   
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In studying 'successful' people, whether that be in relationships, health and wellness, or in business, I've noticed the importance of full disclosure.  People that have transparency in their life and business are letting others know that they are comfortable with who they are, what they do, and what their ideas are.  Others react as they sense this confidence and appreciate the honesty.  By 'dis'closing our actions, we are in essence opening ourselves up for greater opportunity and the possibility for success.  The act of disclosing releases energy that could be better spent in other places.  

There is a lot of energy behind closure.  When we hide a truth we can literally feel emotion, stress and anxiety build up when we think about that which should be said.  We may become guarded, irritated, or defensive without provocation.  This becomes a state of being which can overwhelm us and consume us.  

In business, we've all been approached by the salesman that we were hesitant to work with because we didn't know how they were incented.  Deep inside we think that we are getting 'ripped off'.  That may or may not be  the case, but this sensation is clearly one related to disclosure. How would your experience be if a used car salesman informed you on exactly what they purchased the vehicle for, their exact commission and the cost to maintain their lot?  I know I'd be much more comfortable if I understood this model.   

Disclosing information does a number of things.  Not only does it release an energy that we carry about the item we are hesitant to speak of, but it also levels the playing field such that those we disclose to have a sense of knowledge and understanding.  They in turn share more with us and there is equal benefit.  Disclosing interests and personal plans can also engage others in our vision as well and create a support network that we did not know existed.  Remember - disclosing ideas can be fodder for creation, not only an opportunity to air out what needs to be said.  

Consider for yourself the following questions:

• How could my personal life and the lives of others benefit by disclosing information to loved ones?
• How could my business grow by disclosing information to my clients?
• How could my personal wellness improve by disclosing my desires with those whom I associate with?

Read the full article here: The Benefits of Full Disclosure (in business & life)

Written by:  

Doug Nau; MBA, Certified Life Coach
www.coachforwellness.com, www.i-grow.net
Professional Life/Wellness Coach & Consultant,
Educational & Motivational Speaker

i-grow.net Articles

The following is a listing of the most recent articles published on my website.  I am adding about 10 new articles per month so remember to visit i-grow.net often!

• A Societal Shift to Wellness - Get Enrolled!
• How to Become a Life Coach
• What Most Don’t Know about the Law of Attraction
• What is a Life Coach?
• "Do as I do" Copy Someone for Success!
• The Contract - When Goals are not Enough
• Book Review - The Science of Being Well
• The Benefits of Full Disclosure (in business & life)
• Growing a Blog Business - Feb 18, 2008
• How to become a Wellness Coach

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