Coaching Corner: It's Almost Spring—Are You Ready?
By Master Coach Marilou Butcher Roth
Yes, I realize that the cold and snow are still with us... but seriously, we are almost to the point, at least here in Ohio, where soon the sun will warm our cold bodies and shine bright enough to require sunglasses! So let’s take some time to gear up for my favorite time of year.
Spring is a great time to explore your surroundings—your office, home, and car. Are there items that no longer feel relevant to you? Do you feel bogged down by piles of paper? Has the winter taken a toll on your car? It is not uncommon to find ourselves oblivious to our surroundings, sometimes finding it easier to look beyond rather than facing into the clutter. Take a look around and really see what is in front of you, asking: Do you need it? Is it in need of you?
What about your current wardrobe? Are you hanging onto that really awesome outfit that brings back a flood of delightful memories, even though it has not fit you properly for years? This is a great time of year to go through your closets and drawers, identifying what does work and is still pleasing to you. Clothes, shoes, coats… take a look at it all! Oh, and please don’t forget your socks and underwear—these can find themselves worn and outdated, sometimes without notice.
Getting a head-start on spring cleaning is an excellent way to shake off the winter blues while tending to your emotional, mental, and physical well-being. So let’s get started today—jump in, and enjoy the process!!
Marilou Butcher Roth
Marilou Butcher Roth is the owner of The MBR Group, a coaching and training company working primarily with REALTORS who have a desire to work and live from a more inspired place. She is also the Broker/Owner of Group REALTORS in Cincinnati.
Marilou is a member of the Ohio REALTORS Board of Directors and past chairman of the organization’s Communications Committee.