The shifting U.S. economy is prompting changes to everything from individuals' employment status (enduring a layoff and finding a better fit) to eating habits (dining at home more often and boosting nutrition as a bonus), and Nina Durfee, Certified Professional Coach based in Sammamish, Washington has some tips.  In her article,

AS THE ECONOMY TURNS: What Direction Do You Choose?

Are you tired of hearing the phrase "economic downturn"?  Read ahead for 6 powerful questions to help you control the direction of your turn.

Coach Nina -- who lists on LifeSculpt.net that her mission is "to help people live not by default, but by design" -- reminds us to:

"Appreciate what you have now.  Make a list of what pleases you about your business, personal and family relationships, your living space, what you're wearing, what you're eating, who you're being, your strengths, your knowledge, your options.  Throughout the day be conscious of what you appreciate – humor, convenience, beauty, opportunity, connection, what else?"

Nina poses six key questions for helping navigate our own turns, and proactively choose a direction.  Here they are:

"    1. Am I reacting in fear or responding with purpose?     

     2. What point of view will serve me better?

     3. What opportunity is presenting itself?

     4. What are my top 5 strengths?

     5. How can I use my strengths to turn in the direction I want to go?

     6. What step will I take today?  "

I'm working on questions 3 and 5.  How about you?  Do you know where your best opportunities are and how to move in their direction?  Would these questions help your clients, colleagues or friends find some (better) direction or ride their turns more smoothy?

I'd enjoy learning your perspective on this topic.  Please read Nina's full article to gain better insight, then post a comment, below, or e-mail me at Lee@RealtyLee.com.