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1 week ago
in Home Garden Makeover & Redesign to Grow Your Own Food on Raw Food Switch
Hi Nathalie,
Your garden looks great! And...it looks like it's warmed up a bit in the last month too! We re-did our garden this year, add a bunch more vegetables than in the past couple of years. I really can't take much credit though...it's my wife who's been daily caring for this plot of land! Enjoy all the yummy goodness you'll get from your time here...
Your garden looks great! And...it looks like it's warmed up a bit in the last month too! We re-did our garden this year, add a bunch more vegetables than in the past couple of years. I really can't take much credit though...it's my wife who's been daily caring for this plot of land! Enjoy all the yummy goodness you'll get from your time here...
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1 month ago
in Thanks To The Love Of My Wife on Simple Marriage Test
Hi Corey,
Thanks for sharing your story. Marriage isn't always easy. Sometimes we can think that others have no problems, or that everything just falls into place. Rarely (if ever) is that the case. I recall a certain point in my marriage where I became withdrawn - and my wife became very much a rock in our married life - fighting to bring us together on a deeper level. Marriage is worth fighting for...
Thanks for sharing your story. Marriage isn't always easy. Sometimes we can think that others have no problems, or that everything just falls into place. Rarely (if ever) is that the case. I recall a certain point in my marriage where I became withdrawn - and my wife became very much a rock in our married life - fighting to bring us together on a deeper level. Marriage is worth fighting for...
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Corey
It's amazing how strong women can be. The idea of them being the "weaker" sex is pretty far off from the truth. Thanks for sharing your journey Lance.
1 month ago
in Persuade Someone in 5 Steps on Persuasive.net
Hi AJ,
Persuasion is an area that I battle with - so this is good stuff! I think a key for me, and maybe this goes without saying, is that I believe fully in what I'm trying to persuade someone on. The idea of building rapport - while I've thought I've done that in the past - the truth is that I'm seeing here many ideas that I can do to really help build that rapport. And with the key being that I continue to focus on this all being very genuine on my part. Awesome stuff AJ!
Persuasion is an area that I battle with - so this is good stuff! I think a key for me, and maybe this goes without saying, is that I believe fully in what I'm trying to persuade someone on. The idea of building rapport - while I've thought I've done that in the past - the truth is that I'm seeing here many ideas that I can do to really help build that rapport. And with the key being that I continue to focus on this all being very genuine on my part. Awesome stuff AJ!
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AJ Kumar
Yes being genuine is always key. I make sure that I clarify to my readers that you shouldn't have to make up lies. Gandhi said something about always telling the truth because remembering your lies takes too much extra energy.
1 month ago
in How Martial Arts Teach You To Overcome Perceptions on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
I love your story of how martial arts indirectly brought on confidence! What a great place to get to.
For me, it's been the sport of triathlon. I started this about four or five years ago. And I remember being unsure of myself, and especially of my abilities in comparison to the mix of competition at the event. And what I found is that people genuinely want to see you succeed. And in events that are difficult (swimming!) - I could dig a little deeper within myself to push through this (and not drown!). And when I was tired and didn't think I could go any further, I didn't stop, I found a little more strength to continue on. And while it was great to finish the triathlon - that feeling of "I can do this" even when it seemed like I was out of everything - reminds me yet today that, in life, all is possible - and it's just how important it is to me. And that's been a great lesson.
Kudos to you, Nathalie, for picking this back up. I know it will only make you better (and not only in Tae Know Do...).
I love your story of how martial arts indirectly brought on confidence! What a great place to get to.
For me, it's been the sport of triathlon. I started this about four or five years ago. And I remember being unsure of myself, and especially of my abilities in comparison to the mix of competition at the event. And what I found is that people genuinely want to see you succeed. And in events that are difficult (swimming!) - I could dig a little deeper within myself to push through this (and not drown!). And when I was tired and didn't think I could go any further, I didn't stop, I found a little more strength to continue on. And while it was great to finish the triathlon - that feeling of "I can do this" even when it seemed like I was out of everything - reminds me yet today that, in life, all is possible - and it's just how important it is to me. And that's been a great lesson.
Kudos to you, Nathalie, for picking this back up. I know it will only make you better (and not only in Tae Know Do...).
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Nathalie Lussier
Hi Lance,
Wow! Triathlons sound grueling, but I'm sure they were very beneficial for you. I know what you mean about having to find something within you that helps you get through it.
Thank you for sharing Lance, you always put a smile on my face! :)
Wow! Triathlons sound grueling, but I'm sure they were very beneficial for you. I know what you mean about having to find something within you that helps you get through it.
Thank you for sharing Lance, you always put a smile on my face! :)
1 month ago
in Gratitude Monday #6: Baby Everything Edition! on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
What a great feeling when I stopped by here today - thank you!
And this week, I too am grateful for my mother, and all she has done for me. I'm also very grateful for a life coaching program I'm involved in, and for the direction this is adding to my life. And for the amazing person leading this program, and for her genuine caring.
I enjoy my Monday's here, Nathalie. I just can't help but feel good after this! Thank you!!
What a great feeling when I stopped by here today - thank you!
And this week, I too am grateful for my mother, and all she has done for me. I'm also very grateful for a life coaching program I'm involved in, and for the direction this is adding to my life. And for the amazing person leading this program, and for her genuine caring.
I enjoy my Monday's here, Nathalie. I just can't help but feel good after this! Thank you!!
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Nathalie Lussier
Ooh very cool, I like reading about other people's gratitude list - it's like a glimpse into another world. :)
1 month ago
in Confessions of a Budding Business Owner on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
You're going to do great! And I'm not just saying that like it's "pie in the sky". I believe it from what I have experienced here. And by the fact that you're acknowledging these fears upfront. Of course, doing great doesn't necessarily mean things will be exactly as hoped (maybe, maybe not). I think you'll adapt to whatever may come up.
Nathalie, I appreciate your honesty in this post. It speaks of things many of us fear as well...often silently.
Know that I'm here with any support I can offer.
You're going to do great! And I'm not just saying that like it's "pie in the sky". I believe it from what I have experienced here. And by the fact that you're acknowledging these fears upfront. Of course, doing great doesn't necessarily mean things will be exactly as hoped (maybe, maybe not). I think you'll adapt to whatever may come up.
Nathalie, I appreciate your honesty in this post. It speaks of things many of us fear as well...often silently.
Know that I'm here with any support I can offer.
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Nathalie Lussier
Thank you so much Lance. I always feel supported when you're around. :) I find that I get a lot of inspiration, motivation, and encouragement from the people in my "online" groups. :)
Thank you so much for everything and for being here Lance!
Thank you so much for everything and for being here Lance!
2 months ago
in Gratitude Monday #4: Traveling On Earth Day Edition on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
It sounds like you've had a wonderful week - and seeing about the veggies you've got going, this is reminding me that it's time for us to get some things ready for our garden...
This week I'm grateful for being back home after vacation. While being away is nice - there's also something very comforting about that place we call home. And I'm grateful for the friendships I have, and for what all these people mean to me in my life. And lastly, I'm grateful for beautiful music. And this past week - that meant not the typical music I listen to - instead a real mix of songs performed by ten year old kids putting on a concert about everything they've learned recently about Wisconsin - and all put to music. Wonderful, in so many ways...
Thanks for this weekly reminder, Nathalie, of all we have to grateful for in our lives. I can't help but feel a little extra bounce in my step after visiting your Gratitude Monday posts! (so, I'm grateful for these, and you, as well!)
It sounds like you've had a wonderful week - and seeing about the veggies you've got going, this is reminding me that it's time for us to get some things ready for our garden...
This week I'm grateful for being back home after vacation. While being away is nice - there's also something very comforting about that place we call home. And I'm grateful for the friendships I have, and for what all these people mean to me in my life. And lastly, I'm grateful for beautiful music. And this past week - that meant not the typical music I listen to - instead a real mix of songs performed by ten year old kids putting on a concert about everything they've learned recently about Wisconsin - and all put to music. Wonderful, in so many ways...
Thanks for this weekly reminder, Nathalie, of all we have to grateful for in our lives. I can't help but feel a little extra bounce in my step after visiting your Gratitude Monday posts! (so, I'm grateful for these, and you, as well!)
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Nathalie Lussier
Wow Lance, that's so inspiring and awesome! I'm sure your garden is going to be great. Welcome home, I know that feeling well. Thanks again for joining in the Monday Gratitude posts, it's always a pleasure to read your posts. :)
2 months ago
in Gratitude Mondays #1: Mondays Are Nice Edition on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
I love this idea - being grateful! And thanks for sharing how your life has been impacted in wonderful ways this past week.
I'm thankful for a great soccer practice that I had with my team of 10 year old I coach. It was one of the best practices we've had in the last couple of years.
I'm thankful for reaching one year of blogging. It's been an amazing journey, and one I'm so glad I embarked upon. So, along those same lines - had I not begun my blog I would never have gotten to know you Nathalie. So, there's another reason I'm thankful for having started my blog - is because that's how I've had the opportunity to meet you, - which has been a gift as well. I'm extremely grateful that our paths have crossed...
I'm late here, I know it's Tuesday - and it's a glorious Tuesday because YOU are getting me thinking about all the good in m life. Thank you Nathalie!
I love this idea - being grateful! And thanks for sharing how your life has been impacted in wonderful ways this past week.
I'm thankful for a great soccer practice that I had with my team of 10 year old I coach. It was one of the best practices we've had in the last couple of years.
I'm thankful for reaching one year of blogging. It's been an amazing journey, and one I'm so glad I embarked upon. So, along those same lines - had I not begun my blog I would never have gotten to know you Nathalie. So, there's another reason I'm thankful for having started my blog - is because that's how I've had the opportunity to meet you, - which has been a gift as well. I'm extremely grateful that our paths have crossed...
I'm late here, I know it's Tuesday - and it's a glorious Tuesday because YOU are getting me thinking about all the good in m life. Thank you Nathalie!
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Nathalie Lussier
Hi Lance, don't worry if it's Tuesday. It's all about the gratitude, not the timing. ;) I was actually planning on writing about all the great people I met through blogging for next week. I guess you beat me to it! I'm seriously so grateful to have "met" you too, it's a pleasure to read your blog and interact with you through comments!
Your soccer practice sounds like tons of fun too. Have a great week! :)
Your soccer practice sounds like tons of fun too. Have a great week! :)
3 months ago
in How To Find The Opportunities Among The Possibilities on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
I love the analogy here - between the stars and how that relates back to clarity. In fact, it reminds me so much of a vacation we took last summer, out to "middle of nowhere" Idaho. Rafting for four days. No roads, no towns, about a dozen houses, and a few other rafters - that was it. And at night the sky was so amazingly bright from the stars. As I lay there in just my sleeping bag on a sandy beach, no tent, just looking up at the stars - I was amazed at how bright they were. And how it just made me realize that slowing and and getting away from the normality of daily life - allowed me to see things differently, things that had always been there (the stars physically, my own thoughts and dreams in a more mental/spiritual state) - but had been buried because of daily life.
This was such a positive force in my life - these four days, and really the nights, after everyone in camp went to bed - when I really became connected with those stars - and not just their light, but the light from within that they also represented.
So, Nathalie, this is a wonderful story - more than that, though, it's a story of a life lesson we all can hopefully learn...
I love the analogy here - between the stars and how that relates back to clarity. In fact, it reminds me so much of a vacation we took last summer, out to "middle of nowhere" Idaho. Rafting for four days. No roads, no towns, about a dozen houses, and a few other rafters - that was it. And at night the sky was so amazingly bright from the stars. As I lay there in just my sleeping bag on a sandy beach, no tent, just looking up at the stars - I was amazed at how bright they were. And how it just made me realize that slowing and and getting away from the normality of daily life - allowed me to see things differently, things that had always been there (the stars physically, my own thoughts and dreams in a more mental/spiritual state) - but had been buried because of daily life.
This was such a positive force in my life - these four days, and really the nights, after everyone in camp went to bed - when I really became connected with those stars - and not just their light, but the light from within that they also represented.
So, Nathalie, this is a wonderful story - more than that, though, it's a story of a life lesson we all can hopefully learn...
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Nathalie Lussier
Lance you have such a way with words, and your inner light shines brightly through to all of us who read your words.
I can totally relate to the "no towns, just a couple of houses" area, and what it can do to help you find clarity. I once brought my "cousins in law" to this same type of place, and they grew up in a big city in China. They were just in awe at being able to see the stars! I think it was also a transformational experience for them.
Thanks for sharing your transformational story.
I can totally relate to the "no towns, just a couple of houses" area, and what it can do to help you find clarity. I once brought my "cousins in law" to this same type of place, and they grew up in a big city in China. They were just in awe at being able to see the stars! I think it was also a transformational experience for them.
Thanks for sharing your transformational story.
3 months ago
in The Hidden Costs of Cloud Shoveling on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
It's gonna catch on - focusiness...you're starting a revolution here - it's just a matter of time...
So...yes, I've shoveled clouds - too many clouds! This all reminds me of a concept I've read about in the past by Stephen Covey - one of the quadrants in our life is the important but not urgent. Because it's not urgent, it becomes easy to put it off. And that's what I see when I think of more 'down the road' goals. They are very important - yet easy to pass on for now - because it all down the road...until pretty soon we've reached that road, and haven't done anything.
What I think you covered so well here is the idea of specific, measurable, and actionable - having these areas covered makes success much more likely.
And - there's a company out there (the one you're now working with) who's lucky to have you - you're doing it right Nathalie! Best of luck with it all...
It's gonna catch on - focusiness...you're starting a revolution here - it's just a matter of time...
So...yes, I've shoveled clouds - too many clouds! This all reminds me of a concept I've read about in the past by Stephen Covey - one of the quadrants in our life is the important but not urgent. Because it's not urgent, it becomes easy to put it off. And that's what I see when I think of more 'down the road' goals. They are very important - yet easy to pass on for now - because it all down the road...until pretty soon we've reached that road, and haven't done anything.
What I think you covered so well here is the idea of specific, measurable, and actionable - having these areas covered makes success much more likely.
And - there's a company out there (the one you're now working with) who's lucky to have you - you're doing it right Nathalie! Best of luck with it all...
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Nathalie Lussier
Hi Lance, I do hope that "focusiness" is going to catch on. :)
Absolutely! Sometimes it can be important but there are more pressing matters that require our attention.
I think you're already well on your way, I know because I've read your writing, and it takes some motivation to get that out there and into the public's hands. :)
Absolutely! Sometimes it can be important but there are more pressing matters that require our attention.
I think you're already well on your way, I know because I've read your writing, and it takes some motivation to get that out there and into the public's hands. :)
3 months ago
in The one country you have to visit. on Ramana's Musings
Thanks for the pointer to this link! Someday I do hope to visit India, and really experience the culture.
<abbr>Lance´s last blog post..Finding Balance In The Jungle</abbr>
<abbr>Lance´s last blog post..Finding Balance In The Jungle</abbr>
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Rummuser
You will not regret it.
3 months ago
in How To Pay The Bills While Following Your Passion on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie!
I can't wait to get up in the morning! And it's because of the excitement of what I have going on in my life. I still have a day job to pay the bills. And I'm tossing around ideas on how to move forward with some projects I have bouncing around in my head.
I love what you're doing over at Raw Food Switch - great content!
I can't wait to get up in the morning! And it's because of the excitement of what I have going on in my life. I still have a day job to pay the bills. And I'm tossing around ideas on how to move forward with some projects I have bouncing around in my head.
I love what you're doing over at Raw Food Switch - great content!
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Nathalie Lussier
Hi Lance!
You are just awesome Lance! I think no matter which way you choose to go about your new projects, they will be wildly successful. Because you're so in-tune with what people need, and you'll be able to help them with that. :)
Thanks again for the comments about Raw Food Switch! It's coming along beautifully. And it's really fun to work on too!
You are just awesome Lance! I think no matter which way you choose to go about your new projects, they will be wildly successful. Because you're so in-tune with what people need, and you'll be able to help them with that. :)
Thanks again for the comments about Raw Food Switch! It's coming along beautifully. And it's really fun to work on too!
3 months ago
in Eating Raw Food In The Winter on Raw Food Switch
I'm packing all raw foods for lunch today Nathalie! And the thing about eating like this is how good I feel versus when I've eaten junk-type foods. Lunch shall be delicious today. I know that I'm getting most of my raw food from far-away places since I'm also in a northern climate. I'm okay with that, and I'm really okay with what might be perceived as higher costs. I like to think long-term, and the health benefits of eating healthy now will be a cost saving in doctor visits down the road.
Your site here continues to impress me very much!
Your site here continues to impress me very much!
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Nathalie Lussier
Aww, you're making me so proud Lance! I think it's awesome that you can feel the effects of eating fresh foods vs. junk-type foods. I think you're well on your way, the investment you are making for yourself will be repaid to you your whole life!
Have an awesome day, and an equally awesome lunch! :)
Have an awesome day, and an equally awesome lunch! :)
3 months ago
in The Beet Goes On: Raw Juice Video on Raw Food Switch
Hi Nathalie,
I"m loving the videos here - what a great way to share and show some of these recipes! And I really think it adds a layer of making this all more personal - a nice added touch to this.
I"m loving the videos here - what a great way to share and show some of these recipes! And I really think it adds a layer of making this all more personal - a nice added touch to this.
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Nathalie Lussier
Thank you Lance! I'm glad you're enjoying them. I was a bit apprehensive about being in front of the camera, but the more videos I make, the less shy I feel! Your positive comments will most definitely help remind me why I'm doing this, next time I'm front of the camera. ;)
3 months ago
in No More Goody-Two-Shoes on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
We can get into a mindset of how something has to be done - because that's the way it's always been done. Or that's the "right" way to do it. Or, other ways have failed in the past, and this hasn't. And where does that get us if we follow all of this, all of the time? It gets us the the same place. So, Nathalie, I'm proud of you for taking off that pair of shoe (the goody-two's) and slipping into something more unconventional. What a great discovery you had! Sometimes the best place for us to go on our journey through life is off the trail that everyone else is on - and to blaze our own...
We can get into a mindset of how something has to be done - because that's the way it's always been done. Or that's the "right" way to do it. Or, other ways have failed in the past, and this hasn't. And where does that get us if we follow all of this, all of the time? It gets us the the same place. So, Nathalie, I'm proud of you for taking off that pair of shoe (the goody-two's) and slipping into something more unconventional. What a great discovery you had! Sometimes the best place for us to go on our journey through life is off the trail that everyone else is on - and to blaze our own...
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Nathalie Lussier
Hi Lance! You've got a way of summing up everything that really zeros in on the message. I love it. :) I agree, taking a path that is different from everyone else's can be a very rewarding experience. It's trailblazingly good. :)
4 months ago
in Long Overdue Link Love on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie!
Great links! I'm especially drawn to FrugalDad and the cost of watching television - something I've been thinking about for a while. So, this was great! As are all the others - awesome stuff! Thanks for including me here, I really appreciate it!
And...how did I miss a couple of your guest posts - I especially visit Mike's site regularly. Anyway, I'll be over shortly to read what you have to say - looking forward to it!
The new site - it looks great! Even though I'm not ready to give up meat yet, this is still of great interest as I've really began to eat a lot more raw food.
Great links! I'm especially drawn to FrugalDad and the cost of watching television - something I've been thinking about for a while. So, this was great! As are all the others - awesome stuff! Thanks for including me here, I really appreciate it!
And...how did I miss a couple of your guest posts - I especially visit Mike's site regularly. Anyway, I'll be over shortly to read what you have to say - looking forward to it!
The new site - it looks great! Even though I'm not ready to give up meat yet, this is still of great interest as I've really began to eat a lot more raw food.
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Nathalie Lussier
Thanks so much for all your support Lance! You really are an inspiration, and a great role model for me. :)
4 months ago
in Overly Busy: None of My Business(es) on Billionaire Woman
Hi Nathalie,
Wonderful article! And just what I've been needing to hear (as much as I've heard this in the past). I have some things that I've been putting off - not urgent, but important to me. And in place have been those things that are less important. So, thank you very much for this. I feel re-energized after reading here today!
And to you and your new focusinesses - I wish you all the best - I'm sure you'll do great!!
Wonderful article! And just what I've been needing to hear (as much as I've heard this in the past). I have some things that I've been putting off - not urgent, but important to me. And in place have been those things that are less important. So, thank you very much for this. I feel re-energized after reading here today!
And to you and your new focusinesses - I wish you all the best - I'm sure you'll do great!!
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Nathalie Lussier
Yay I'm so happy you started using the word "focusiness" Lance. Maybe it'll catch on? ;) I'm glad that the post was timely. I know I've heard about doing priority stuff first many times before, but it wasn't until I saw that being busy was not helpful that it really hit home.
Thanks for your support Lance, you are an inspiration to many of us bloggers!
Thanks for your support Lance, you are an inspiration to many of us bloggers!
Ooh it's always so exciting for me to read about other people's gardens! It's really great that your wife has a passion for taking care of the garden on a daily basis. I know sometimes life can pull us off the gardening path, but luckily a garden provides so much joy (and food) over time that it's worth it. :)