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Last week was amazing. I was so pleased to complete a few big projects, receive encouraging feedback, and add to my Victory Log.

I learned about the merits of a Victory Log from a fellow executive coach, Colin Holbrow (www.thriving.ca). A Victory Log is that wonderful space on paper where you can record your accomplishments, your shifts in perspective, and your insights that remind you that you are forever evolving. A Victory Log can be used as your very own source of inspirational reading.

So often, we look outside of our Self for inspiration. The need for continuous feedback from others becomes like an addiction. Give me one more hit!

In the mad pace of our lives, we complete one project and move right on to another without giving ourselves time and space to bask in our success and acknowledge how well we are doing. The rush of our lives become like the “rush”of one more addiction hit – numbing.

I have found that sitting in my Quiet Room is ideal for recalling, appreciating, and recording my big and little victories. I give myself space physically and emotionally to savour those victories as the motion of my hand blends with the paper.

I encourage you to do the same. When you need reinforcement, inspiration, or encouragement, seek it from within. Read your Victory Log. Going for a new job or a promotion? Read your Victory Log. Moving out of your comfort zone? Read your Victory Log.

Last week was amazing. I can now add the following to my Victory Log:

1. New Maestro Quality web site (www.maestroquality.com) and Maestro’s Blog was launched.
2. Fellow Toastmasters pulled off their first professional-level Leadership Excellence Series. I held a vision for them that surpassed mediocrity.
3. My long-delayed application for ACC coaching accreditation was mailed.
4. The BIG ONE? As I completed some big projects successfully, I experienced some major shifts and insights. I was inspired from within. I evolved.

To quote the Beverley Hillbillies jingle, I am now going to sit-a-spell and give myself time and space to appreciate how I have evolved.

How will you appreciate how you have evolved this week?