Midlife Mojo- How to get through the Midlife Crisis and Emerge as your True Self
By admin on Feb 10, 2010 in Midlife Mojo, Our Daily Planet
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5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshingly this book is devoid of being cathartic-something not often seen in self-help books.,
Probably the concept of midlife crisis emanates from the Swiss psychologist Carl Jung who believed that the midlife integration of thinking, sensation, feeling an intuition could perhaps lead to some confusion about one's life to date and one's goals. Although, popular western culture seems to devote considerable ink to the subject matter than serious research, there still may be some theoretical constructs that shore up the concept in a different light. Frankie Picasso, author of Midlife Mojo: How to get through the midlife crisis and emerge as your true self is a professional Certified Life, Business and Master Coach Trainer. In the Prologue to her book she states that probably some of us have questioned our life asking why we are here, what is our purpose in life and is that all there is to life. Although, asking such questions does not necessarily entail a crisis it does give us an opportunity for re-evaluation or reinvention. Most individuals do experience achievement and satisfaction in midlife, however, there is a certain percentage of our population where the passage may not be as smooth. In all likelihood, these are folks who experience considerable discontent with their lives and hunt for more. They may find their jobs mind-numbing, they may feel a transformation in their bodies, they may be quite comfortable in indecision, their values may radically change, after enjoying many years of a life of happiness, they may ponder over their mortality, they suddenly find themselves discontent, and the one that is very often in plain sight is when they become adventurous and toss out their spouses for some bimbo or jock and purchase an expensive fancy car. These feelings at midlife can occur naturally, or they can be a result of some external factors. And here is where this excellent guidebook comes in handy with an important author's caveat, "the book will suit those who lean towards concrete constructs, pragmatic problem solving, and strategic planning." In other words, if you are only going to passively read the text without keeping an open mind or participating in the many exercises, then forget about purchasing it, you will be throwing away good money. Each of the exercises will definitely work on their own, but as Picasso states, together they become strong magic or mojo. The book begins with a general overview and a series of questions as to what do we already have that someone else might wish they had, what would you change in your life to make yourself happy, eg. your job, spouse, where you live, your friends, what is the one thing or one person you spend the most time thinking about, and what is the one thing you want more than anything in life. These questions serve as recurring themes throughout the book as Picasso sinks her teeth into finding solutions. Furthermore, she demonstrates how many of these transformations or metamorphosis can be easily implemented. Nonetheless, as she points out, doing nothing is just as much a choice as doing something or "living in default may be your choix de jour, but it is not a choice that will bring you any joy or that you need to stay with." The remaining chapters of the book teach us how to implement Picasso's formula for success that she bases on the following underlying principles: "Think, Feel, Be, Act & Do." In other words: "Think about what it is you want to do. Feel the state. Be the emotion. Act as if you are already successful and then Do it for real." Picasso gives herself the name "the unstoppable coach," and her many years of experience at motivating others is highly visible throughout the book as she hammers home that failure is not an option. Her liveliness, exuberance and breadth of information does well in engaging her readers and will certainly appeal to those who are looking for a way out of their mundane and unsatisfactory life styles. Picasso's writing is simple, light, with a sense of humor and modesty. Refreshingly, it is devoid of being cathartic-something not often seen in self-help books. In addition, she displays remarkable insight in how to deal with the harsh elements that are prevalent in midlife crisis that wrestle some people to the ground. Norm Goldman, Publisher & Editor Bookpleasures |
I thought Midlife Mojo would be an afternoon on the bed but it turned out to be more than that. Much much more. It was a good kick up the butt and a good reminder of things forgotten. Thank you so much. Let me share.
I have to get going on the gift of self image … I have a serious contract with my underlying automatic commitment: My contract is that I don’t deserve anything and that everyone else needs to be taken care of. Real work needs to be done on that and I have to sort out a commitment with ME.
My self image is shot to hell. So … I have to sort out things in a big hurry otherwise I will never write this book and I will never be the sexy woman I am.
This was a real wake up call. You have given me the coaching of my LIFE.
Today I am going to be writing out my stuff, my 21 day plan … and getting on with my new ME. Thank you so much. I don’t know what else to say about MIDLIFE MOJO. I think what it has done for me says it all. It shook the hell out of me because it woke me up to some home truths. You can’t save the world if you don’t take care of yourself. ..
Dianne Lang .author of Saving Mandelas Children and Human Rights Activist
Reading Frankie Picasso’s book "Midlife Mojo" has helped me in so many ways. It is not a book just for middle-aged people… all ages can benefit from the exercises and information. After reading it I felt so motivated and inspired to go after exactly what I wanted and settle for nothing less. She really helped me analyze why certain things were the way they were and how I could change them for the better. Not only do you gain such a positive perspective after the read, the way she writes makes you feel like she’s already your friend. Where other self-help books fail, Frankie succeeds and doesn’t just leave you hanging. I actually got goosebumps a few times during certain chapters. This is a truly remarkable women who really undertands the human condition.
John Collin
Professional Drummer
How many times in your life have you asked yourself the following questions?
IS THERE A DIVINE PURPOSE TO MY LIFE?
HOW WOULD YOUR LIFE CHANGE IF YOU KNEW YOUR PURPOSE?
IS IT POSSIBLE TO EVER BE HAPPY?
HOW WOULD YOUR LIFE CHANGE IF YOU WERE HAPPY?
IS IT TOO LATE TO START OVER?
HOW WOULD YOUR LIFE CHANGE IF YOU DID START OVER?
IS THERE SOMEONE OUT THERE WHO CAN HELP ME FIND OUT ?
Yes there is. Master Coach Frankie Picasso can help. She has written your prescription for lasting change and happiness in her book, Midlife Mojo.
This book is written with humour and a frankness that you will find refreshing. A spiritual bootcamp for finding yourself, for loving yourself and for emerging as your true self.
Midlife Mojo- How to get through the Midlife Crisis and Emerge as Your True Self!
It is my belief that the so called “midlife crisis” is really a metamorphosis that transforms and transitions us from our socialized self, to our true self, the person we came here to be.
There is no universal purpose in life. Each of us has our own unique purpose and reason for being here. It is our job to find that purpose and wake up to our potential before we transition again through death.
I believe the “Crisis” is a wake up call, intended to help us remember our reason d’etre. For some it’s a gentle tap on the shoulder, for others it takes an all out shake up of their lives to awaken them. They sleep so soundly it muffles the Universe’s call.
It may come as a whisper, a subtle unrest you experience , a sensation of not fitting into your own skin anymore, but for others the call comes so loudly it drives them to shatter their lives and run around like a Bull in a China Shop, destroying everything and everyone around them.
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If you find yourself seeking your Purpose, looking for your Passion and asking yourself ‘what is the meaning of Life’, then chances are you are about to “wake up to your True Self!
Did you wake up one day and realize that this is it? Nothing is going to change unless you DO something. You understand that you will “exist’ out the rest of your days instead of LIVE them? Do you find this too depressing to think about but don’t know how to change things? No problem, this is exactly what my book will help you to do.
Do you know what’s missing from your life? In short, Your MOJO!!!
Mojo is derived from the African word Moyo, a word from the
Right now, your flame may be so low you fear it went out, but it didn’t. What you are experiencing is just the numbness you feel from years of low self esteem, negative self talk, fear, doubt and any number of other roadblocks to happiness that are present in your life.
If
you are questioning your life, wondering about your purpose and itching to try something new, then the Universe is calling. The question is, are you going to answer it?
Some of us get angry, some of us get depressed and some of us throw away our lives in an effort to ‘find’ our missing parts, but there is a better way.
Midlife Mojo, is a “to do” book, a step by step prescription for change that will assist you in finding out your truth. It is designed with you in mind to help you overcome the obstacles that have you trapped within your comfort zone.
My name is The Unstoppable Coach Frankie Picasso and I am a Master Coach Trainer and author of Midlife Mojo.
Through my book, I promise to stand beside you and hold your faith, your hand and your attention until you are able to find your Mojo for yourself and be the person you were born to be!
Together we will work through powerful exercises that will enable you to find your Purpose, your passion and your true self.
Using this book as a guide, you will learn to overcome negative self talk and doubt, you will come out of your comfort zone and take your fears head on
I will teach you about ‘underlying automatic commitments’ or UAC’s so they can no longer sabotage your conscious efforts. I will explain how to rewrite the software of your mind, to eliminate any negative programming that is responsible for distorting your self image and self worth.
Most of all, I will teach you how to CHOOSE the life you want to live, instead of living in Default.
The purpose of life is Joy and once you find it, you will KNOW that you are on the right track.
You will be unstoppable too!
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More Testimonials…
I’ll start off to say i am only 22 and have yet to experience my midlife crisis! Butt reading frankie’s book helped me understand my dad’s more! When my dad hit his 40’s out of no where he realized what he had in his life wasn’t what he wanted…he left for another woman who was also married.My mom and him had been together since they were 15.It broke my heart,and i never understood how someone could do that. When i read Midlife mojo it opened my eyes a bit more and helped me understand, (NOT sayinig by any means my dad had any right to do what he did),but i understand now that it didnt have to do with us. It helped me so thank you. Jenn Harnum
Midlife Mojo is a blueprint of life.
At some point in your existence, you begin to ponder such things as your purpose for being here and the direction you’re going. Frankie Picasso guides you through this process with ease and wonderment. bumbled through my midlife moment many moons ago through trial and error and two steps forward and one step back. If I had Midlife Mojo to guide me through the process it would have been a much shorter, more pleasant journey.
Terrific book. It will bring out the real you. Award winning columnist and author Bret Burquest
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