#14 A month of inquiries
As a birthday present for this year, I started doing 30 days of inquiry. Meaning that each day, for a month before my bday, I gave myself a question that I had to reflect upon, questions that would require some time and deep thinking, and why not, a bit of soul searching.
If I am going to offer inquiries to my clients in coaching, I might also test them on myself first, right?
For some questions, I wrote a lot; for others, just a phrase or two. I had to come back a couple of times to some questions, as I felt there was more to discover. So, even if I were on the 12th inquiry, I would still go back to the 4th or 5th one and add another idea or thought.
What I've learned:
It was uncomfortable at first. I was questioning myself if what I wrote was enough or if I should spend more time per day reflecting.
Some common themes appeared early on. I forced myself to think big and not let those themes dictate everything else. Imagination played a big part here.
I realized I wanted more passion, courage, and holding my ground in my life.
Surprised to notice that there are so many things I want to do and explore, but I am holding myself back. Meaning that currently, I am not living to the fullest according to my values and dreams.
Some days, I didn't want to write down anything. My daily mood was influencing a lot the way I was thinking, thus the need to review and come back to a certain question later.
It's not an easy exercise, but it forced me to take a break from my chaotic days and make sure I spent time on myself.
The below are just a couple of the questions used in my month of inquiry. If you're interested in doing the same, get in touch, and I will share the full list.
When am I unable to laugh at myself?
What is grace/enthusiasm/prosperity/abundance?
What do I expect of myself?
What are my false assumptions?
Where do I hold back?
Why this goal? Why bother?
What is the decision I've been avoiding?
Do I choose heavy or do I choose light?
Hope this will serve you :)
Flo