JICT Images: Journey with Intuition & Creativity for Transformation

Synchronicity

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

I get a daily message from the Universe (you can too, at www.tut.com) – inspirational or thought provoking.

As I prepared to write this column, a pertinent message came one day:

What if from now on and forevermore, people stopped using the word "evil" and replaced it with "ignorance"?

Yeah, less fear, more better; global transformation. Evil, on its own, does not exist, and yes, you can fix "stupid”. Umh, interesting thing about synchronicity!

No Shoulding

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Think about language again … “I love to spend time with my grandkids” vs. “I should spend time with my grandkids”. For most grandparents the former is true. Consider the difference. Loving to do something exudes an entirely different energy that “should” do something. With “love” there is ease and excitement, a sense of peace. With “should” comes guilt and stress; a sense of dread. So, in which place do you want to be, the loving place or the shoulding place?

Where are there “shoulds” in your life that you want to shift to “love”? In most cases this shift will necessitate a major life change, a declaration that I will do things VERY differently. I’m up for the shift; how about you? What image speaks “no shoulding” to you? Mine is shown here.

One way to make a shift is to choose a symbol that reflects the place you want to be … mine is soaring, peacefully in the deep blue sky. When a “should” surfaces, I bring that image into focus and ask myself, “what new awareness would empower me to shift to “love”? And then, what changes are needed to move to the “love” place?

Coaching Collaboration Connection

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Mary Welch, author of Alive Aware Awake wrote about the shift in our world from competitiveness and coerciveness to collaboration and compassion. Her words resonated with me; I feel it too!

Interestingly I got a notice about the first ICF MidWest Regional Coaching Conference. Guess what the theme is? Coaching: Celebration, Collaboration, Connection! Raising the Bar. I’m encouraged to see evidence of the recognition of the need to shift to a kinder, gentler way in the world. As I watch world events, I cannot help but dream that people the world over gain recognition of the need for a change language and adopt more empowering words.

I believe that as more women more into leadership in all places in the world, we’ll continue to see this shift occur. Increased feminine energy will support creating this shift ... we are stepping up to be the change we want to see in the world. Take time to embrace gratitude and share it not only for what you have, but also for who you are

Peace through Language

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

I’ve noticed how many times in how many places so many people use language that is destructive. “I won the battle” in relation to weight loss. “We are on a path to win the war” … against poverty, or homelessness or breast cancer. Let’s “fight the fight” to triumph over our inadequacies.

Language is generative! Use of “battle”, “war”, “fight” is creating just that. One of my intentions for 2012 is to pay closer attention to my language, notice what it is generating and eliminate the words and phrases that are generating destruction and negativity.

Who is interested in joining me to generate more peace in the world? Post a response to share your intentions.

This image and the accompanying question speaks of peace to me. What awaits you on the other side [of “non war metaphors”]?

Secrets of Geese

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Denise Hedges, Business BreakThrough Institute, recently included an article on this topic in her newsletter; it inspired me. Thank you, Denise, for reminding me that geese have so much to offer our human species; they are amazing!

The “V” formation is efficient and taps the talents of all members of the flock. Whose talent on your team has been overlooked? Inviting that team member to fully participate will benefit the entire team (never mind encouraging the person invited!).

The “V” formation also ensures that ALL team members equally share the workload. Each goose in turn takes the lead; sharing the lead [and the updraft] allows the flock to travel 70% farther than any single bird could travel in the same time. Where are the places that shared leadership would create an environment of collaboration and support? None of us can truly do it alone! Notice places where an updraft would create efficiency!

When a member of the flock is injured or ill, others stay with her until she is healed and ready to resume flight. What a lesson for each of us. Who needs support and tending on your team? In so many places in our lives, the task is the “holy grail”; we forget that it is only due to the relationships that we accomplish the tasks. Think back to a time when you realized that together we can accomplish far more than one individual alone.

Denise ended her article with a particularly poignant story I’d like to share here …

And finally, geese mate for life, looking out for each other no matter what, for a lifetime.

There's a story I've never forgotten about a hunter who shot down a goose along a windy beach. As the goose lies dying, her mate comes down and nestles beside her, covering her with his wing in a way that seemed almost human in its tenderness and loving protectiveness.

The hunter was so affected by the sight and mortified by what he'd done that he just stood there in silence, his shoulders drooped. After a few minutes, overcome with emotion, he flung his shotgun in the water and walked away. He never hunted again.

An unbreakable bond ... what's that worth? How does knowing that you'll always have someone by your side no matter what happens change things for you?

I’d echo Denise’s observation … we can learn a lot from geese.

JICT open position

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Help us Spread the Word! JICT LLC is looking for your help … our intention for 2012 is to add a sales agent to our team!

We are looking for a good communicator who is trustworthy, service oriented and self-motivated with connections to our target market … managers, coaches, facilitators, human resource professionals.

The position is for an independent contractor who will work on commission basis to share JICT Images, a set of evocative images with questions, [http://bit.ly/jictorderinfo OR http://bit.ly/jictorder] in the world and meet jointly established goals.

How can you help?

Contact us if you are interested
Pass along this opportunity to share a unique product with colleagues.
Share our need for a sales representative with those in your networks. The ideal candidate possesses excellent sales skills and is as interested in people development as in sales.
Publish this message on your social media sites

Who in your network can lead us to someone who would enjoy sharing a message that supports people to “get to the heart of the matter”?

Choose to Look Up

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Sometimes we find ourselves in a place of sadness and we curl up in resignation.

What would it allow us if we sat up straight, even arched our backs, and looked around?

Are there other choices to make now?

Which one do you choose?

All or Nothing

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Do you notice that some branches are not frozen?

Where does this fit in your life?

What does it allow for you to see that it is almost never “all or nothing”?

Are there more possibilities available to you now?

What emotions arise for you when you step back and see the whole picture?

Choosing a Path

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

We have a choice in the paths we take. One may appear to be a straight line to our destination. One may be uphill slightly, down hill slightly and then have a steep climb. And, one may be slightly uphill and then downhill all the way.

How do you make the choice?

Bouquet for You

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Here’s a bouquet for you… fitting for February and Valentines Day.

Which tulip are you?

How do you “fit in”?

Are you one of the bunch or the one hanging out to the side?

Where in your life do you desire to be the purple one and where do you desire to be one of the bunch?

With Someone

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Who do you want to walk with in 2012?

We have a choice in who shares the different domains in our life. We have a choice in how we walk on the path with that person… together or apart. What actions can you take now that will support whatever it is you desire in your relationships?

Fill it Up

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

If each of the stones is an event for you in 2012, what actions can you take to ensure each one gets filled with what you desire? What would that look like for you and what would serve you to make it happen?

Break Downs

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

... can be break throughs!

One of the JICT Team was asked recently: What is one key value of the images?

Jane said that the cards instantly deliver a breakthrough for a client. Use them when you are stuck or going nowhere and need to infuse new energy into a coaching conversation. The person asking the question added that the images transform breakdowns into breakthroughs. This is a complete tool kit - cards, questions, and a how to manual. “This is a product for coaches by coaches."

Vulnerability Is

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

At the recent Newfield conference, Charles Feltman began a session on Trust by posing … Vulnerability is ________ …

As people spoke this image struck me as reflecting most possibilities shared. Vulnerability is open (and closed), complex (and simple), strong (and weak) painful (and comforting) and the list can go on. Vulnerability is what opens us to experiences; without allowing ourselves to be vulnerable, we stay in our shell. Where do you show up fully vulnerable?

Charles followed this by asking that we complete this sentence. Vulnerability feels like ___________ ...

Responses ranged from painful to hurtful to stabbing and then moved to safe, open and secure. When we allow ourselves to be vulnerable, we open to each other’s hearts so that we can fully experience and receive. Where would it serve you to FEEL more vulnerable?

Connection in Tucson

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Our week in Tucson ended attending a Newfield Conference where we all met in 2005. How refreshing to reconnect with our roots… and with an interesting topic at the fore. The time together with our colleagues traversed between serious topics … trust, energy, life events and wellness to lots of laughter, story telling and how we can balance the serious and the light. Enlightening and Invigorating!

Following the Light

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

What is the most enlightening moment you have had recently?

I had a significant moment of enlightenment recently that involved being in the moment. My lesson is reflected in emerging from the tunnel … staying in focus … stopping to consider all aspects of a situation. WOW! I neglected to emerge from the tunnel in a timely manner and infringed on the work at hand. The light at the end of the tunnel will be my visual reminder to follow the light and notice when I am blinded.

JICT Associate Program

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Transformational Testimonial...

Recently a JICT Images believer shared the images with coaches at a regional ICF meeting. They all said that the quality of the images, number of cards in a box, and the questions are far superior to what you receive in some other image products and are very well priced. Wow… what a great affirmation for us! Thank you, fellow coaches, the JICT Team agrees.

Our goal for 2012 is to get JICT Images in even more of the hands of those who serve others as coaches or group leaders of any kind. If you would like to help and make a commission on any project sold, please contact us at info@JICTimages.com for more information on our JICT Associate Program.

Valued Alone Time

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

I am an extrovert so people energize me… at least most of my life they have. During my time in Tucson with my business partners, I found myself alone one morning … I’m a night owl; they are early risers. By the time I got up (just past 6:30 am) they had left for a walk. At first I had a feeling of abandonment which quickly released into “I can do my own thing this morning”! I found myself reveling and realizing that as much as people energize me, I really do value my alone time. The revelation is reflected in this image of a hawk soaring in the beautiful sky. While she is all alone there are scads of flora and fauna below … never mind some people!

My revelation brought to light the balance I value in reflection and interaction … and that I am energized by both. I invite you to take some time to notice how reflection serves you. How might claiming time for reflection support you?

2012 Goals

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

On the Journey...
As you set goals for 2012, is there a place where you desire to stay for awhile… to actually park your boat and rest, dream, or allow an idea to incubate?

And then when will it be time to get back in the boat and take off for uncharted waters?

Both things are important considerations as you move ahead. May you glide easily through the waters of 2012!

Problem Solving

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

I spent a week in Tucson recently with the JICT Images team....

As we traversed the territory of a marketing plan, sales strategies, roles, etc., we encountered some challenging times. Images offered a dive into the “heart of the matter”. Each person chose an image that allowed her to speak from the heart and open territory for conversation in a challenging area. That led to a heartfelt exchange that helped us address conflict in a respectful and honoring way. The image of the “stuck car” offered me an opportunity to share that I saw a problem … together we named and discussed the issues AND created a solution. We all left that conversation feeling positive and with solid actions to move us forward.

What We Care About

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

I spent a week in Tucson with my “partners in creativity”! We gathered to spend time exploring how to make JICT Images a bigger offer in the world.

Images were our guide … be sure to watch the next several blog posts for more about how images informed our work. As we began our work of creating where we go from here to share images more deliberately and to a broader audience, we each chose an image that reflected what we individually care about.

Bottom line, collectively, we care about serving people to let go of what does not serve them so that they can create a life that does! And we care about selling our images because they support this work easily, quickly and deeply! The images got us to the “heart of the matter” in short order by inspiring each of us to dig into what really matters!

Flying into 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Creativity in action...
Here we go flying into 2012!

How will you keep control of what is necessary and also move into the joyous ride, open and flexible?

These may seem conflicting… is there a way to do both?

As I reflect on this, I think some of the “safety” I can build into my year is by setting goals and “taking care of business”. Once I’ve done that I can let the “how” go and allow it and trust that it will happen.

New Moon

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Image This...

This new moon is representing the new year.

What will bring its light into full splendor?

We have a choice in how this happens.

Will you take time to picture it now and then to allow it to appear?

What might serve you in doing this?

Joyful 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000

Here we go flying into 2012! Take a joyful ride & be safe.

How will you keep control of what is necessary and also move into the joyous ride, open and flexible? These may seem conflicting… is there a way to do both? As I reflect on this, I think some of the “safety” I can build into my year is by setting goals and “taking care of business”. Once I’ve done that I can let the “how” go and allow it and trust that it will happen.

2012 Illumination

noreply@blogger.com (Kristen) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:00:00 +0000

What will illuminate 2012 for you?

This new moon is representing the new year. What will bring its light into full splendor?

We have a choice in how this happens.

Will you take time to picture it now and then to allow it to appear?

What might serve you in doing this?