Annie Meehan

Dynamic Speaker and Coach

Transformation

How to get unstuck

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How to get unstuck

Sometimes it feels like you are stuck in Ground Hogs Day Movie…

Is today a new day? What is different than yesterday? How can I find JOY today?

I know too many that feel stuck in a hamster wheel where one day roles into the next. Sometimes the days are filled with sadness, grief, loss or struggle to just get through. Other days are filled with Hope, Sunshine and Possibility. I believe there are new creative opportunities to connect, care and collaborate that we might have missed in the busyness of earlier days.

Today I just want to remind, encourage and hopefully INSPIRE you to make time each day to take care of you. It can be something small but also something very needed in these days of so much unknown and out of our control days

How can you keep taking care of your Health? Here are a few thoughts

Physical Health: Shower daily even if you are not leaving the house, Drink Plenty of water at least half your weight in ounces, take stretching breaks at least every 2 hours if only for a few seconds, Turn up the music & Move UR body 5+ minutes

Spiritual Health: Early Quiet mornings, Pray, Devotional, Gratitude, Breath, Trust God’s plans to be better than your plans or your understanding, Serenity Prayer

Emotional Health: Journal, Rest, Allow yourself to feel whatever you feel, no judgement, Cry, Grief, laugh, celebrate and connect with others. Declutter your rooms, drawers it feels so good to give stuff away and organize

Mental Health: Make lists of what you can control, Read a bit each day, learn something new if you are up for it, teach something, Write a kind note to someone or even yourself, Learn without pressure

Relationship Health: Take breaks from those you live with and reconnect with those you are missing. Make intentional time of when you will share space and when you will take separate walks. Be patient with yourself & others

Financial Health: This is a nice time to create a new budget and talk about what extra expenses you can live without. Buy food in bulk to create/freeze meals in the weeks to come when you don’t feel like cooking. Ask yourself is this a need or a want. Take a Dave Rasmey course online.

There are many things we can not control in our career and the world right now You can take control of taking care of yourself it is even more important now more than ever.

The one thing I am finding solace in is that we truly are all in this together on the same playing field. People have been so divided about so many things it literally hurts my heart to see the Hate in our world. I feel like as tragic as this virus is it is bringing people together that might think they have many differences but at the end of the day we are all the same, just people doing our best and wanting what is best for everyone.

I hope this week you find time and space to offer extra kindness through a smile, a kind word or a written note. Keep being the best version of you as you take care of yourself and those around you You got this, lets go…Just one step forward everyday to get unstuck and get healthy in all areas of your life!

What do you do when your plans for the year change, Do you recreate and keep moving forward?

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The turn of events so far in 2020…What Will You Do?

As life changes, will you change with it?

A new year comes wrapped as the gift of a clean slate; it provides a do-over, a fresh start.

My favorite thing to do on New Year’s Eve is to look back and reflect on the year behind me, then look ahead. I savor the moments that brought me joy, as well as my accomplishments. After that, I look ahead to the new year, (keeping those joyous moments and accomplishments in mind), and plan for what I envision should come next.

In 2019 I set out to accomplish many things, including booking 100 speaking engagements, (currently at 96!), connecting with 10,000 people on LinkedIn, (currently at 15,758!), embracing our new empty nesting lifestyle with my husband Greg, (so far, so good!), and becoming the woman I’ve always meant to be, (personally and professionally).

Overall, I’m impressed and blessed by all that I accomplished in 2019. Though I may not have met every goal at 100%, I love my life, my family, and the work I’m compelled to do. On top of all that love and excitement, I also wrote my fifth book this year and I’m enjoying every second of spreading the Pineapple Principle around the world. With all that said, there’s only one thing left to do in 2019…start planning for 2020! This new year I have some big goals, and I’m hoping you’ll join me in making them happen.

In keeping with the previous year’s preparations, step one is to choose a focus word (in 2019 that word was “full/fulfilled” – not “busy”!). In 2020, my focus word will be “intentional” (by choice, focused). With that in mind, I’ll be ready to start reaching my 2020 goals of booking 90 speaking engagements, getting back on track with my exercise since my bike accident, hosting three retreats, immersing myself in a new Bible study, and continuing to create and love the life I choose to build up and live each day.

As you begin the new year, I encourage you to join me in choosing a focus word that’s close to your heart. Then, I empower you to keep this word on your mind as you move through the year, (and your goals!), while making decisions that will continue leading you to living your exceptional life!

What does living your exceptional life look like to you?

Are you living how you planned 2020 would be? Are you still setting goals, Staying on a daily schedule and moving forward daily?

What will your focus word be in 2020? What does it mean to you?

What are your top three goals in 2020? How can I help you achieve them?

What’s your New Year’s Eve tradition?

Will you believe in the good in the midst of the unknown?

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Do You Believe?

Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve believed in Santa Claus. I remember people making fun of me growing up because I was so determined that Santa was real, and though I was made fun of, I still felt bad for those kids because they didn’t believe. I have always loved the wonder, magic, mystery, and spirit of Christmas.

As a little girl, we went to Midnight Mass, (at 10pm), and would come home to gifts outside of our garage which proved to me there was truly a Santa. Then, in my early 20’s as a single mom, I had six bags of groceries with a $20 bill in each bag just appear one year and during another year, I received an anonymous envelope filled with money. After these miracles year over year, please don’t try to tell me there’s no such thing as Santa. He is real, and I’m so sorry if you don’t know him or you’ve chosen not to become him for someone else.

During this time of the year, I love the movies Miracle on 34th Street and Elf. Both movies are filled with the wonder, magic, mystery, and spirit of Christmas which are dear to my heart. Through my love for Christmas, I haven’t forgotten that it’s the date many of us remember and celebrate as Jesus’ Birth but to me, the spirit of Christmas is about so many more things.

If you really tune in, this season invites us to slow down rather than hustle and bustle. As you’re out and about, don’t forget to take in the beauty of the Christmas lights and decorations (which I believe should be up from November through March). Take the time to enjoy listening and singing along with all the Christmas songs, and more than anything else, embody the generous spirit of Christmas and let it shine upon everyone you see.

To me, it’s in the spirit of love that we give to friends, family, strangers, charity, and anonymously. Those of us who give choose to do so because it spreads joy and love to those close and far. No matter who you are or why you give, you can believe. Each of us can be the spirit of Christ, Santa, or Christmas with all in our lives; even if it’s with those who are different and don’t celebrate the holiday season the same as you.

For many, this season is about family and traditions while some others have no family or traditions. This week I encourage you to help yourself and others keep believing by spreading love and joy to someone in your life who could use a reminder of what the Christmas spirit is all about! What can you do to be that person’s Secret Santa and brighten their holiday?

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season! What does living your exceptional life look like to you?

Do you believe in Santa? Why?

How do you spread Christmas cheer? Who will you share it with this year?

What is your favorite Christmas memory? What does is mean to you?

Exceptional Topics create Exceptional Results

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I may speak on a few topics but all under the Umbrella of Leading & Living an Exceptional Life. I love live presentations and training’s but I am happy to do them online and bring my energy and passion through screen to inspire your teams in these times of unknown. What if fear and excuses are slowing you down and stopping you from Focus during this time of uncertainty. How can I best support, Inspire and Encourage you during these changing times? I am willing to send you the workbooks ahead of time so we can all get on the same page! #BetheException #MotivationalSpeaker #OnlineEncouragement #ChoosingPositiveMindsetinUnknown #PineapplePriiinciple

Motivational Speaker, What exactly is that?

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Sometimes it can be confusing to understand what a Motivational Speaker does and the value they bring to your event. I hope this video clarifies some of your confusion. Every time I speak the comments after remind me of the need and value I bring to an event. I have a number of ways I can serve your organization. My primary work is Keynoting but after I am often requested to return and continue to serve my clients. Could you use some fresh tools, ideas or energy to your next event? I think now we l need a little encouragement and inspiration more than ever ; ) #MotivationalSpeaker #BetheException #InspirationalSpeaker #PineapplePrinciple

A motivational speaker or inspirational speaker is a speaker who makes speeches intended to motivate or inspire an audience. Such speakers may attempt to challenge or transform their audiences.[1] The speech itself is popularly known as a pep talk.

A motivational speaker or inspirational speaker is a speaker who makes speeches intended to motivate or inspire an audience. Such speakers may attempt to challenge or transform their audiences.[1] The speech itself is popularly known as a pep talk.

Living in Color…Will you add color to your closet in 2020?

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Living in Color

I can’t say it enough…please wear some colors! Yes, I know everyone likes black, thinks they look best in black, and more than half of most closets are black. However, did you know you’ve been conditioned by commercialism to believe you look better and thinner in black?

I have many friends who only wear black, but I’ll be honest with you, you do not look better in black (nor does anyone else you know). As you read this, stop and take a quick look around your workplace. Have you ever noticed how your co-workers who wear bright colors are noticed and complimented more often? Wearing bright colors enhances your face, your eyes, and even your energy when you walk into a room.

There’s a reason people wear black to funerals; black makes your face look sad, your skin looks gray, and it gives off a lack of energy. Maybe, just maybe, you might look a tiny bit thinner while wearing black, but is it worth it? Why try and minimize yourself when you can embrace who you are, share who you were created to be, and live in color?

This week, I encourage you to dress in color and send me a photo of you wearing a bright, beautiful outfit. I think you’ll be amazed by the amount of attention you receive and how many compliments are paid to you. It’s time to cast aside the shadow you’re wearing and brighten your life!
What does living your exceptional life look like to you?

What is your favorite color to wear that isn’t black, gray, tan, or white?

What color will you try wearing this week? Did you know that people assume you’re happier if you wear orange?

What colors will you fill your closet with in 2020?