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How Promises Transform

Navigating the Journey from Resistance to Freedom

In a world teeming with unmet potential and unfulfilled promises, many find themselves trapped in cycles of regret, missing the essence of their true capabilities. I created “Launching You” to guide my clients through a transformative quest, not just to break these cycles but to unveil a path of profound self-realization and leadership. Through a series of heartfelt conversations, this journey promises to convert the weight of past burdens into the freedom of future triumphs, guiding you through making and living by promises that redefine the essence of success and fulfillment.

Dive in to unlock a transformative journey toward leadership and self-discovery. Keep reading for insights and actionable steps to elevate your leadership at home and work. I invite you to explore, learn, and apply principles that will guide you to become the leader you most admire and achieve lasting fulfillment.

Discovering Your Promise: The First Step to Freedom

  • Principle: Make promises that resonate with your deepest values.
  • Peril: Without explicit promises, one drifts without direction, haunted by past failures.
  • Benefit: Your promise provides a north star, guiding your actions and decisions.
  • Action: Reflect on the promises you need to make to yourself. Write them down. Commit.

Confronting and Releasing the Past:

  • Principle: Acknowledge past mistakes without being defined by them.
  • Peril: Dwelling on past errors stifles growth and innovation.
  • Benefit: Acceptance liberates, allowing for new beginnings.
  • Action: List past grievances. Acknowledge them, then consciously release them through a ritual of your choosing.

Living as the Promise:

  • Principle: Keep your actions and words in harmony with your promises.
  • Peril: A disconnect between promises and actions breeds distrust, within and without.
  • Benefit: Consistency in promises builds integrity and trust in self and others.
  • Action: Daily, align one action with your promises. Reflect on this alignment in a journal.

Embracing Uncertainty with Courage:

  • Principle: Venture into the unknown, armed with your promises.
  • Peril: Avoiding the unknown results in stagnation and missed opportunities.
  • Benefit: Each step into the unknown is a step toward growth and discovery.
  • Action: Every week, do something that scares you and aligns with your promises.

“Launching You” is not a mere program but a lifelong commitment to living a life defined by your promises to yourself, others, and the world. The shared stories and principles show that the path to freedom, leadership, and fulfillment is paved with the promises we dare to make and keep. This journey is yours to begin, armed with the understanding that every promise is a stepping stone to a life of purpose and passion.

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Saurel has a genuine interest in helping others grow personally and professionally. He is truly an inspiring public speaker who has a unique ability to excite and motivate people in a way that drives results. His ability to connect interpersonally, allows him to establish instant credibility and creates a solid foundation for successful and lasting relationships.

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Saurel’s coaching not only helped set a spark to the fuel that will propel my pursuit of authentic leadership but also allowed me to ground myself in the present, appreciate past lessons, and become intentional about my future.

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