Passion and Purpose – Why I Almost Went Postal

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There’s nothing like a birthday that makes you pause and reflect on your life. One particular memory stood out for me this year. It was March 21, 2005, just a few days before my birthday. My husband Carey and I officially swore in and became U.S. citizens. It was a long process and so much preparation went into getting our citizenship. So on this day, we were both excited and happy that our efforts had finally paid off, and that we would reap the benefits of better future and more opportunities for us and our children.

On our way home, we were both in high spirit. That’s when it happened.

My husband turned to me and said, “Now that you’ve got your citizenship, you can get a government job, like the post office.” I couldn’t believe what I just heard! I felt my blood was reaching the boiling point, yet I was SO mad that I couldn’t utter a word. Even with my “death stare”, dear hubby seemed totally oblivious (typical man). He continued, “well, you know, you can also consider the bank. They are always hiring tellers.” OUCH! That really hurt my feelings!

You see, I gave up my career as a college counselor when my daughter was about one year old, and my son was born about 2 years later. I was a stay-at-home-mom for a couple years, then started a home-based business and doing freelance jobs. Back in 2005, I had stayed home with our two young children for a few years, and Carey had asked me several times when I would return to work (i.e. a full-time J.O.B.). After staying home for a few years, I wasn’t sure what career I wanted to pursue, and I wasn’t confident that I could return to my previous career. Let’s face it, being a stay-at-home-mom is not a confidence-booster for career-minded high-achieving women. Besides, I wanted to find something that would allow me to work around my children’s schedules. So, a regular 9-to-5 J.O.B. wouldn’t no longer work. I did not want to settle. After months of soul-searching, I still had no clarity about my career path. Until my dear friend Heather told me about life coaching, and I eventually enrolled in iPEC Coaching and became a Certified Empowerment Coach.

On the day I got my citizenship, I was just enrolled in the coaching school. I was so excited about my future career – one that I feel combines my past education, training and experience in nursing, counseling and healing people. So imagine my surprise when dear hubby suggested I find a job at the post office!

To be frank, if it wasn’t because he was driving the car, I would’ve most definitely kicked him where it hurt MOST. And believe me, as a Black Belt in Tae Kwan Do, I have a powerful kick!!

After fuming for a while (you know how women are), I finally blurted out, “I can’t believe you said that!!! Post office? Why don’t I get a job as a grocery store cashier then?” I felt humiliated and hurt. He didn’t believe in me. I didn’t moved all the way from Asia to get my master’s degree, just to end up sorting mails here.

No offense to postal workers. It’s an important and respectable job. It’s just not something that’s aligned with my passion, purpose or talents. I know I’ll become bored and resentful very quickly, and it might just kill what little self-confidence I had left.

The last thing I wanted was to settle and compromise myself. And I’m so glad I didn’t. I became a Certified Empowerment Coach, best-selling author and international keynote speaker. I get to do what I love and make a difference in the world every day. My children, now 16 and 14, are amazing young people and very close to me because I’ve been home with/for them. And my husband Carey has become my biggest fan. Now he totally believes in my vision and support my work in so many ways. I’m truly grateful for him!

How about you? Are your life and work aligned with your passion, purpose and talents? Is your job feeding your soul, or draining your life force?

If you are currently at a job that depletes you, ask yourself why. Are you staying at this job because you are not sure what you really want? Or is it because of fear (fear of failure, fear of success, fear of the unknown etc)? Are you settling because you think that’s being responsible to your family, or, are you using your family as an excuse not to pursue your dream?

Oftentimes we feel that we have to be responsible to our family, at the cost of our own well-being and happiness. Self-sacrifice, as I wrote in my Amazon bestseller Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul, is a virtue for many people, especially heart-centered women. It’s also a surefire way to Self-Care Deficiency Syndrome, a host of physical, emotional and relationship problems. Let me give you a reframe here. If you are sacrificing your core values and well-being, you are not being responsible to yourself – your higher self. Of course, being a parent, some sacrifice and compromises are required. There is constant give-and-take in marriage too. But, there is a difference between healthy give-and-take and complete sacrifice of your happiness, core values, well-being and even who you are. Can you tell the difference?

So, if you are currently at a job that depletes you, what’s the first step you can take to move toward a career that’s more aligned with WHO you are and give you more JOY? Maybe it’s getting clear on what you really want. Maybe you need to take classes or learn new skills for your new career. Maybe you need to polish your resume. Maybe you need to block out time to write or start your business. Or even just allow yourself 10 minutes to daydream. No matter how tiny a baby step you can take, do it. Begin today.

If you need some ideas and action steps for successful midlife career change, check out my audio CD “Changing Lanes: Secrets of Successful Midlife Career Change” on my website. You will learn:

• 4 myths that lead to job dissatisfaction
• 4 mistakes people make in career change
• how to decide whether to stay or change your career
• what you must look for in your new career to ensure your happiness
• the proactive steps to take for a successful midlife career change

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• the underlying reasons why you are indecisive
• 3 questions you can ask yourself when you’re stuck
• the 10-second technique to bring clarity in decision-making
• one critical factor to ensure better decision-making and less regrets for you
• tips and tools to help you make up your mind so you can move forward

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No matter where you are on your journey, I wish you a year filled with JOY and fulfilling success!

Best-Selling Author & Success Coach Hueina Su to Speak at ZeroPoint Global Conference

Best-selling author, success coach, and star of  self-help movie “The Keeper of the Keys” Hueina Su is the featured keynote speaker at ZeroPoint Global Conference. The annual convention themed “Molding The Future” for business leaders, consultants and practitioners is held Feb. 7-9, 2012 in Dallas, Texas.

ZeroPoint Global is a world leader in alternative health and preventative wellness solutions helping millions of people re-discover their inner energy source by harnessing the latest advances in ZeroPoint technology and energy medicine. For more information about the company and conference, visit http://www.hsu.zeropointglobal.com.

Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is a mindful wellness and women’s empowerment expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach, and the best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others and the upcoming Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable Success. Su is the president and founder of Beyond Horizon Coaching in Denville, New Jersey.

Su is an internationally recognized expert in helping people find the missing peace and power in their stressful lives. She is a world-class mentor and evolutionary leader inspiring heart-centered, high-achieving women entrepreneurs. She will be speaking to an elite group of leaders and entrepreneurs at the invitation-only Leadership Luncheon on Feb. 7 and then delivering a keynote presentation titled “Claiming Your Peaceful Power” to all attendees in a general session on Feb. 8.

Su is a star in a new ground-breaking self-help film ”The Keeper of the Keys” with some of today’s most popular personal development gurus including Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff and John Gray. The movie blends an entertaining fictional story line with unique expert segments.

For more information about “The Keeper of the Keys” movie, visit http://www.hueinasu.com/the-keeper-of-the-keys-movie.

The Keeper of the Keys” movie DVD is now available at: http://www.hueinasu.com/store.

Watch the sneak peek of “The Keeper of the Keys” movie:

Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is an internationally recognized expert in helping people find the missing peace and power in their stressful lives. Su is a Mindful Wellness Expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach, transformational leader of The Venus Evolution, and the best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others and the upcoming Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable. She is on a mission to empower one million women nurturers to nurture themselves and create a life of their choice.

Su is the founder and president of Beyond Horizon Coaching, a global coaching and training company, specializing in providing solutions for mindful wellness, stress management, and women’s empowerment through personal coaching, executive coaching, teleseminars, keynote presentations, team-building training, and other wellness services. She is the creator of Rx for Balance (TM), The Coaching Oasis (TM), Nurture and Grow Rich (TM), The Venus Evolution (TM) and Mindful Wellness Coaching for Cancer Survivors programs.

Su is a co-star in an upcoming personal development movie “The Keeper of the Keys” with Jack Canfield, creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul® series and star of “The Secret” movie, Marci Shimoff, New York Times best-selling author of “Happy for No Reason” and star of “The Secret” movie, and John Gray, New York Times best-selling author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus” and star of “The Secret”.

To sign up for free stress management video e-course and learn more about Su’s keynote speaking, coaching, training, consulting and products visit www.HueinaSu.com.

Hueina Su’s full bio and additional photos are available at www.HueinaSu.com/media-room.

Hueina Su, Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff and John Gray Hit the Red Carpet for “The Keeper of the Keys” Self-Help Movie Premiere

Best-selling author, inspirational keynote speaker, personal development expert Hueina Su joined her co-stars in the red carpet premiere of new Hollywood movie “The Keeper of the Keys.”

DENVILLE, NJ – December 12, 2011 — Best-selling author, international keynote speaker and certified life coach Hueina Su stepped into spotlight for the Las Vegas red-carpet world premiere of the new personal development film, The Keeper of the Keys, in which she is a co-star with Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff, and John Gray.

The world premiere of The Keeper of the Keys movie was held on Dec. 8, 2011 at a red-carpet premiere at the Plaza Las Vegas Hotel and Casino in Downtown Las Vegas. The Keeper of the Keys movie is produced by Robin Jay of the Las Vegas Convention Speakers Bureau and TwoBirds, Inc. and directed by revered industry veteran Scott Cervine. An earlier private VIP luncheon was held at The Palm Restaurant in the Forum’s Shop at Caesar’s Place with Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff and other movie stars as a fundraiser for Volunteers in Medicine, Southern Neveda.

Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is a mindful wellness and women’s empowerment expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach, and the best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others and the upcoming Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable Success. Su is the president and founder of Beyond Horizon Coaching in Denville, New Jersey.

“It’s so exciting to walk the red-carpet and see the debut of The Keeper of the Keys. I’m honored to co-star with some of the world’s most famous personal development gurus such as Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff and John Gray in this new self-help movie,” Su said. “It was a surreal Hollywood movie star experience to see myself on the big screen and be interviewed by TV and radio reporters on the red carpet. I’m humbled by the heartfelt compliments from many women who came up to me afterward to tell me how my story and message moved them.”

Su adds, since the hit movie The Secret released a few years ago, there have been more personal development movies but most are just a collection of talking heads without a compelling story. The Keeper of the Keys is the first movie in the self-help genre to take an innovative, funny approach to the field of personal development aimed to “taking the hell out of self-help.” The movie blends an entertaining fictional story line with unique expert segments featuring profound personal stories and expert advice.

The Keeper of the Keys movie has already earned accolades in the industry. Stephen Simon, co-founder of Spiritual Cinema Circle and acclaimed producer of hit movies such as What Dreams May Come and Somewhere in Time, said, “The Keeper of The Keys is the most innovative and entertaining film of its kind ever made. Wildly original, howlingly funny, fast-paced, and utterly delightful in every way, the film is truly a gift to the world. True to its ad copy, the film takes ‘the hell out of self-help’ and is the new gold standard in its genre. When you see this movie, you will learn, laugh, and clap your hands with joy!” Simon is in the process of licensing the movie DVD for April 2012 release to its members in 65 countries.

The VIP Red Carpet Premiere proved to be just as much fun as the movie itself. Following the screening, an after party was held in the classic Las Vegas showroom and featured an appearance from Steve Connolly as Elvis, live music and dancing, special “Key-tini” cocktails, and Gigi’s Cupcakes.

“The Keeper of the Keys” movie DVD is available at http://www.hueinasu.com/store

Watch “The Keeper of the Keys” movie trailer:

About Hueina Su and Beyond Horizon Coaching
Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is an internationally recognized expert in helping people find the missing peace and power in their stressful lives. Su is a Mindful Wellness and Women’s Empowerment Expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach and the best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others and the upcoming Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable. She is on a mission to empower one million heart-centered, high-achieving women nurturers to nurture their true self, succeed on their own terms, and create a life of their choice.

Su is the founder and president of Beyond Horizon Coaching, a global coaching and training company, specializing in providing solutions for mindful wellness, stress management, and women’s empowerment through personal coaching, executive coaching, teleseminars, keynote presentations, team-building training, and other wellness services. She is the creator of Rx for BalanceTM, The Coaching OasisTM, Nurture and Grow RichTM, The Venus EvolutionTM and Mindful Wellness Coaching for Cancer Survivors programs.

Su is a co-star in a personal development movie The Keeper of the Keys with Jack Canfield, creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul® series and star of The Secret movie, Marci Shimoff, New York Times best-selling author of Happy for No Reason and star of The Secret movie, and John Gray, New York Times best-selling author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus and star of The Secret movie.

To sign up for free stress management video e-course and learn more about Su’s keynote speaking, coaching, training, consulting and products visit www.HueinaSu.com.

Hueina Su’s full bio and additional photos are available at www.HueinaSu.com/media-room.

She is available for interviews and can provide a list of tips and other articles. Call 973-664-0446 (O) or 201-572-3641 (Cell) or email Hueina at HueinaSu.com.

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The KEEPER of the KEYS Star Hueina Su Keynotes on Managing Crisis, Turning Risk Into Opportunity

Best-selling author, inspirational keynote speaker, star of “The Keeper of the Keys” self-help film Hueina Su keynotes on managing crisis and turning risk into opportunity at an International Healthcare Conference.

Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is a mindful wellness expert, international keynote speaker, transformational leader of The Venus Evolution, and the best-selling author of “Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others” and the upcoming “Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable Success.”

In her keynote address, Su reveals eight invisible sources of inner stress that sabotage people’s self confidence, self esteem, self worth, belief, and faith, and ultimately their work, life, business and relationship.

“It’s critical to put things in perspective when crisis occurs. How you respond to an event will determine the outcome. You can’t change what has happened. But you can reframe the event, ” Su said. “In every crisis lies an opportunity in disguise. You can turn the crisis into an opportunity for breakthrough, not  breakdown.”

Su is a co-star with personal development gurus Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff and John Gray in a new personal development movie “The Keeper of the Keys,” – the first movie in the self-help genre to take an innovative, funny approach to the field of personal development aimed to taking the “hell” out of “self-help.”

“The Keeper of the Keys” movie has already made an impression on Stephen Simon, cofounder of Spiritual Cinema Circle. After screening a rough cut, Simon, an acclaimed film producer and director, said, “This movie is so current …so relevant … and nothing like it has ever been done before. It represents an extraordinary undertaking that works on every level.” Simon is licensing “The Keeper of the Keys” movie for April 2012 release for Spiritual Cinema Circle.

Watch Su’s keynote on managing crisis, turning risk into opportunity:

About Hueina Su and Beyond Horizon Coaching
Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is an internationally recognized expert in helping people find the missing peace and power in their stressful lives. Su is a Mindful Wellness Expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach, transformational leader of The Venus Evolution, and the best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others and the upcoming Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable. She is on a mission to empower one million women nurturers to nurture themselves and create a life of their choice.

Su is the founder and president of Beyond Horizon Coaching, a global coaching and training company, specializing in providing solutions for mindful wellness, stress management, and women’s empowerment through personal coaching, executive coaching, teleseminars, keynote presentations, team-building training, and other wellness services. She is the creator of Rx for Balance (TM), The Coaching Oasis (TM), Nurture and Grow Rich (TM), The Venus Evolution (TM) and Mindful Wellness Coaching for Cancer Survivors programs.

Su is a co-star in an upcoming personal development movie “The Keeper of the Keys” with Jack Canfield, creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul® series and star of “The Secret” movie, Marci Shimoff, New York Times best-selling author of “Happy for No Reason” and star of “The Secret” movie, and John Gray, New York Times best-selling author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus” and star of “The Secret” movie.

To sign up for free stress management video e-course and learn more about Su’s keynote speaking, coaching, training, consulting and products visit www.HueinaSu.com.

Hueina Su’s full bio and additional photos are available at www.HueinaSu.com/media-room.

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Inspirational Keynote Speaker Hueina Su Steps Into Spotlight for Red Carpet World Premiere of The Keeper of the Keys Movie

Best-selling author, international keynote speaker and certified life coach Hueina Su is ready to walk the red carpet in Las Vegas world premiere of the ground-breaking personal development film “The Keeper of the Keys.”

Denville, NJ — October 21, 2011 —  Best-selling author, international keynote speaker and certified life coach Hueina Su is ready to step into spotlight for the Las Vegas world premiere of the new personal development film, “The Keeper of the Keys,”  where she is a co-star with Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff and John Gray.
The world screening of “The Keeper of the Keys” movie is scheduled on December 8th, 2011 at a red-carpet premiere at Plaza Las Vegas Hotel  in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is a mindful wellness expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach, and the best-selling author of “Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others” and the upcoming “Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable Success.”

“The Keeper of the Keys” movie is produced by Robin Jay of the Las Vegas Convention Speakers Bureau and TwoBirds, Inc. and directed by revered industry veteran Scott Cervine.

“I can’t wait to walk the red-carpet and see the first screening of the movie that many other experts and I co-star,” Su says. “It will be a surreal Hollywood movie star celebrity-like experience. I’m so excited!”

Ticket information for the Premiere and luncheon is available at http://www.eventbee.com/v/thekeeperofthekeys. Tickets include:

* A once-in-a-lifetime chance to walk the red carpet.
* Access to the world-premiere screening of The Keeper of the Keys.
* Access to the private after-party featuring live music, two “Key-Tinis,” and the cast and crew from the film.
* VIP Package also includes reserved seating in a “King’s Row” luxury booth and private access to the after-party VIP Lounge in the Triple Crown Ballroom.

Also available is a very private luncheon at The Palm Restaurant in Caesar’s Palace which includes:

* One of only 70 seats.
* A rare opportunity to spend close, personal time with Jack Canfield (mega best-selling author and personal development leader), me, Marci Shimoff (New York Times bestselling author), Producer Robin Jay, Director Scott Cervine, and the stars of the film.
* A donation to the world-renown organization, Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada.

Su adds, I hope more people will join us for this once in a lifetime experience in Las Vegas. The movie will inspire you, empower you, and change your life.

About Hueina Su and Beyond Horizon Coaching
Hueina Su, MS, BSN, CEC, is an internationally recognized expert in helping people find the missing peace and power in their stressful lives. Su is a Mindful Wellness Expert, international keynote speaker, certified life coach and the best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others and the upcoming Peaceful Power: A Prescription for Long-Lasting Inner Peace, True Happiness and Unstoppable. She is on a mission to empower one million women nurturers to nurture themselves and create a life of their choice.

Su is the founder and president of Beyond Horizon Coaching, a global coaching and training company, specializing in providing solutions for mindful wellness, stress management, and women’s empowerment through personal coaching, executive coaching, teleseminars, keynote presentations, team-building training, and other wellness services. She is the creator of Rx for Balance (TM), The Coaching Oasis (TM), Nurture and Grow Rich (TM), The Venus Evolution (TM) and Mindful Wellness Coaching for Cancer Survivors programs.

Su is a co-star in an upcoming personal development movie “The Keeper of the Keys” with Jack Canfield, creator of Chicken Soup for the Soul® series and star of “The Secret” movie, Marci Shimoff, New York Times best-selling author of “Happy for No Reason” and star of “The Secret” movie, and John Gray, New York Times best-selling author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus” and star of “The Secret” movie.

To sign up for free stress management video e-course and learn more about Su’s keynote speaking, coaching, training, consulting and products visit www.HueinaSu.com.

Hueina Su’s full bio and additional photos are available at About the Author:

Hueina Su is an internationally recognized expert in helping people find the missing PEACE and POWER in their stressful lives. She co-stars with Jack Canfield and Marci Shimoff in the ground-breaking personal development movie The Keeper of the Keys (Dec.11).

Hueina is a Mindful Wellness Expert, international keynote speaker, best-selling author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others, Founder & Master Coach of Beyond Horizon Coaching. What sets her apart from other experts is the 5,000 years of ancient Chinese culture and wisdom behind her. She started her first career as a RN, and has more than 23 years of experience in nursing, coaching, counseling, speaking, training, nonprofit management, sales, and small business. She is on a mission to empower one million women to nurture their true self, reclaim their Peaceful Power, and create a life of their CHOICE.

For more information about Hueina’s speaking, coaching and products, visit www.HueinaSu.com

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