You are Gifted…
I use Scientific Hand Analysis as a quick-start entry point for my coaching clients. Hands have a set of markings called “Gift Markings,” which occur on a small segment of the population. Most of my clients fall into this category—and could be named “Gifted Souls.”
Because my clients are often not inclined to see themselves as gifted, often lacking the vision or experience of themselves as such, discovering the truth of their giftedness is powerful.
Being gifted, in any manner, is like a coin—two sided. It’s both a blessing and a curse.
I have a movie for you…
How should we treat those among us who are gifted?
What’s the best way to nurture a child and her talents?
These questions are brought into sharp focus in the film Gifted, starring Chris Evans, McKenna Grace, Lindsay Duncan, Jenny Slate, and Octavia Spencer.
The DVD cover has a quote summing the film’s essence up beautifully:
“A heartwarming look at the meaning of what a family really is.”—Pete Hammond, of Deadline.com
What is truly important?
This story is not so much about claiming one’s giftedness, as it is about staying clear, in the face of our gifts, about what is truly important. What are our highest values, and how do we honor them when everyone around us is telling us to do otherwise?
It takes courage to buck the system—even when it’s essentially about remaining in integrity with ourselves.
How do we honor our humanity, our need for love, connection, play, and simple joy—while also honoring the depth of our own gifts?
Coach’s Challenge:
Believe me, as one of my faithful readers, you are Gifted. This week, consider deeply—are you honoring your giftedness and building your life in ways that allow you to thrive? Because you need to do both those things. As in this movie, sometimes the way to do that is clear, sometimes not so obvious. Courage, my Gifted Friend! And watch the movie Gifted when you can—it’s a good one.
