Since the death of the Queen Elizabeth the Second, people from all over the world felt a profound sadness for her passing. Some people had a visceral, unexpected feeling of grief, not in a way expected.

This seemingly unexplained feeling is not something that I currently hold.  Although I recognized that for some people, the Queen and the British Monarchy and its colonial legacies are very hard to erase in the memory of individuals, nations, and institutions. The Queen is very much loved. Imperialist expansions were not. 

I sincerely think that the world should celebrate that Queen Elizabeth had the fullest life as a reigning monarch. It is now the end of her era. A new era and hopefully a monarchy should be established.

The old is gone and the new dispensation heralds new ideas, thinking, and actions. 

As Canada is part of the Commonwealth, I can only sincerely hope that a 'slimmed down' monarchy will contribute to a more vibrant commonwealth of nations where legacies of colonialism and imperialism are addressed and that new ties based on equality are tried. These issues are not going to go away soon. 

It's hard to predict how the institution of monarchy unfolds, it could very well be the last. We should continue to question its relevancy today, tomorrow, and in the next decade. Only in questioning, we can find real answers. 

You practically have three months to go before the year ends.

Look back at your 2022 Major Goals and Plans and ask yourself:

1. Did I accomplish what I planned to do? 
2. Where am I in the spectrum of not done versus ongoing or complete?
3. What has been the major success factors in achieving these this year?
4. What are the major obstacles for completion?
5. What or with whom should I be communicating my progress?
6. THE MOST IMPORTANT: How can I use the last remaining three months to get me closer to my larger goals. What success habits can I repeat?

If you're winning every time, chances you don't need this reminder.

But in on-purpose world and beyond, reality sucks. High inflation, flattened economy, supply chain woes, decreasing donations and charitable giving, higher donor standards, compliance issues impact the sector. There are many persistent issues to deal with than what meets the eye. 

At the start of 2022, you started the year with such hopefulness and gung-ho attitude, it's time to use that same level of energy to win the race. 

Feeling down, low, sad, distracted, depressed, or anxious.

Feelings are feelings. 

You have the power to detract these negative emotions and convert them to powerful feelings of self-esteem and energy.

Everyday if you find yourself with those feelings, quickly cut it down but focusing on positive, empowering, energizing, and renewing thoughts. 

Think about last challenge you overcame despite the odds against you.

Think about the last problem you solved in your organization.

Think about a difficult situation when you were able to navigate carefully.

Think about the daily wins you completed as against your goals.

Think about the love, support, and devotion you receive daily from your loved ones.

Take back the mental space out of negativity. Clear this up every time a negative thought peeps out and disrupt your momentum.

Stop consuming content that does not support your mental health. Recognize what is good and what should be abolished in your content diet.

As an experiment, I stop reading my daily news on my phone. After a week, I felt more centered, less distracted, and more energized. I can quickly settle down at night and have a good night sleep. 

There is nothing that should permeate in the mind when it's not even worth a thought or two. 

Try this and the positive self-talk maintenance and you will know the difference. 

The quality of your work and life starts with the quality of your psychological life.

Guard it and defend it ruthlessly.
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