I often get asked, “where do I start with self-care?’” My answer to this is always, “with the basics!” Incorporating simple practices can initiate a journey of self-care. Self-care serves as the cornerstone of a healthy and fulfilling life. In the fast-paced world of today, essential aspects of well-being are often neglected, resulting in stress, […]
Jerry Frear
Jerry Frear is a highly experienced transformation coach, executive coach, and business coach. With over 30 years of experience as a pastor and digital marketer, Jerry has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to draw upon in his coaching practice. He is dedicated to helping people become their best selves, and believes that there is always something we can do every day to become better. If you have any questions or would like to connect with Jerry, you can email him at jerry@jerryfrear.com or visit his website at www.jerryfrear.com.
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Jerry Frear: The transformative power of gratitude
On the road to personal transformation, there is an often-overlooked practice called gratitude. Gratitude is a fuel to transformation and by embracing and expressing it, creates a profound shift in mindset. Look at the role of gratitude in personal transformation and discover some practical steps for harnessing its power. What does gratitude look like? My wife […]
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Jerry Frear: Gratitude and personal growth
Do you know the story of the “Grateful Crane?” In the story, a poor man rescues a crane that has been caught in a trap. To his surprise, the next day, a beautiful woman appears at his door, transformed by magic from the crane he had saved. She offers to repay his kindness by weaving […]
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Jerry Frear: What is the process?
One aspect of our personal growth journey that is talked about a lot, but often not defined, is the concept of process. The Process is defined as a series of steps or stages that individuals go through in their journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. It involves self-awareness, education, skills development, goal setting, and action. This […]
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Jerry Frear: Excerise and self-improvement
One crucial component of self-improvement is exercise, as it has a positive impact on both physical and mental health. Self-improvement is not just an internal exercise that improves mental health , it also must impact our bodies and physical health as well. Engaging in regular physical activity has been shown to improve energy level, increase […]
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Jerry Frear: The power of forgiveness in healing and growth
I believe one of the most important things we can learn that will accelerate personal growth to forgive. Forgiveness is the ability to let go of anger, resentment and blame towards someone who has wronged us. It can be a difficult process that requires time and effort. However, the benefits of forgiveness are well worth […]
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Jerry Frear: What is an intention in personal growth
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “When you have a clear intention, the universe conspires to help you achieve it.” In growth we discover that life is a journey of self-discovery and self-improvement that requires a sense of intention and purpose. Intention also means aligning your actions with your values and beliefs, so that what you do […]
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Jerry Frear: What does ‘practice’ mean in wellbeing
In the context of personal growth and development, practice refers to the specific actions and habits engaged on a regular basis in order to improve and achieve their goals. These habits can take different forms and be tailored to individual needs and interests. As an example, a person might engage in a daily mindfulness practice […]
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Jerry Frear: What does self-care look like?
Having previously defined what Self-care is, what does a self-care practice looks like. Each person is unique and their self-care practice is going to be different. It will encompass actions that are specific to the individual but all practices will share several characteristics. The practice of practice is about intentionally and consistently doing a set […]
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Jerry Frear: Why self-care?
Self-care has become a buzzword in recent times, but some people have negative reactions due to a lack of understanding in terminology. It is often seen as a trend or passing fad, but self-care is actually an important aspect of maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It involves taking care of oneself through activities that […]
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Jerry Frear: Transformation starts with you
Transformation can be a challenging and often difficult journey, but it is ultimately a rewarding one that can lead to a better and more fulfilling life. This process of self-improvement and personal growth requires making positive changes to one’s thoughts, behaviors, and actions. One of the biggest challenges in beginning the process of transformation is […]
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Jerry Frear: Prioritize your life in 2023
It’s that time of year again – the start of a new calendar year is upon us, and many of us are thinking about our goals and resolutions for the coming year. What goals will you set for yourself? My goals will all revolve around continuing my personal growth, and my health with more running, […]