https://www.emecaiafas.com/eme-blog daily 0.75 2020-07-26 https://www.emecaiafas.com/eme-blog/ecaiafasmba2018londonedu monthly 0.5 2020-05-31 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ed1ebe7a4ef5771f564ef43/t/5ed2c92b123e61077231ff03/1590872384007/ecaiafas.mba2018%40london.edu Blog - On living a fulfilled life https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ed1ebe7a4ef5771f564ef43/t/5ed2d5ec6472ff777a920010/1590875639437/ecaiafas.mba2018%40london.edu Blog - On living a fulfilled life - 3. Take the smallest possible step: I waited too long for the 'perfect' plan. I created a psychological barrier of entry. I am risk averse. Quitting my job to get a degree in my 30's scared the living daylight out of me. Every time I tried to make the leap, I stumbled and ended up in the same spot of dissatisfaction. I was chatting with a friend who suggested, in the most subtle way, that I pursue coaching. "Try it out", he said, “what's the worst that could happen?" It was one of the best decisions of my life - taking the smallest possible step towards what I can only describe as my purpose in life. Start with your MVP. Write that song, read the first page of that book, write the first chapter of that blog, whatever it is, start now. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ed1ebe7a4ef5771f564ef43/t/5ed2d0d9b97d2761499a599d/1590874700989/ Blog - On living a fulfilled life - 2. Socialize your ideas with allies: I felt stuck and lost in my 'chosen' path to becoming an engineer. I chose it because it was the 'sensible' thing to do. I chose it because I liked math and sciences at school. I ignored my fascination and curiosity when I excelled in psychology. I ignored the heart-driven pull to study to become a psychiatrist (which at the time I thought was the same as a psychotherapist). While this feeling of being lost persisted, speaking about my ideas to those around me slowly brought clarity to the core of who I am. Let's assume one of the actions from your introspection was to transition into a more fulfilling career. Make a habit of speaking to your network of friends or allies, especially those on the path you are interested in. Bounce off ideas, this will spark creativity and kick start your motivation to do research and to take the smallest actionable steps towards your desires and aspirations. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ed1ebe7a4ef5771f564ef43/t/5ed2cf28d1fbb47d9728885a/1590873900093/ Blog - On living a fulfilled life - 1. Carve time out to introspect: The first time I was introspective was when I was preparing to write my business school essays. The second time was right after reading 'The Slight Edge' and this is where I really felt the impact. My emerging values were not surprising, what was surprising was how unrelated my actions were to my values so I knew I had to course correct. Take some time to introspect on the things that matter to you and on your core values. Recognize the patterns that make you feel alive. Jot these down, put them on a vision board, or a spreadsheet, anything you need to make them resonate. These ideas will form your 'Life template'. Revisit them as often as you need to because with this foundation you will begin to build your actions towards a more fulfilling life. https://www.emecaiafas.com/eme-blog/on-self-compassion monthly 0.5 2020-06-15 https://www.emecaiafas.com/eme-blog/what-is-your-narrative monthly 0.5 2020-07-26 https://www.emecaiafas.com/coaching daily 1.0 2021-03-29 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ed1ebe7a4ef5771f564ef43/t/5ed2f155ff1f544b3b350576/1590904438915/ Coaching - Focusing on You I coach people who aspire to live a life in sync with their core values. I listen intently to what is said and unsaid. I am curious and together we will co-create a unique working relationship that exists to serve you. This is a safe space to bring clarity to your thoughts and vision, and to empower you to make tangible decisions towards your desired outcome. https://www.emecaiafas.com/contact daily 0.75 2020-06-14 https://www.emecaiafas.com/about daily 0.75 2021-12-10 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ed1ebe7a4ef5771f564ef43/t/5f1caeb77ce21238ef523285/1595744752610/Image+2.jpg About me - My Background and Inspirations I grew up in Lagos, Nigeria, in a large family of seven. From a very young age, love, community, and connection were my foundational pillars. From taking 8 hour road trips to our beautiful quaint village to visit both of my grandmothers, to celebrating many holidays with large, extended family members. Fast-forward many years later, these values continue to serve as my guiding principles. I have pursued multiple career paths, starting first as an Engineer, then transitioning into management consulting. However, over the last few years, my purpose has never been clearer. I love to connect deeply with other people. I am curious about who we are at our core. I like to help people figure out core parts of themselves they have left behind. All this fills me up and energizes me when I wake up in the morning. I have gone from living my life from a place of ambiguity to one of clarity. I am now confidently ‘being’ who I was always meant to be. I am a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) from the Co-Active Training Institute. As your coach, I will walk hand in hand with you, celebrate your successes with you, and be fully in your corner as you embark on your personal journey to fulfillment.