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✨ GIVEAWAY ✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today ✨ GIVEAWAY ✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today is release day for my new book so I thought it was the perfect time to give you and a friend a chance to win a copy each! 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ To enter the giveaway simply:⁠⠀⁠⠀⠀ ① Like this post;⁠⠀⁠⠀⠀ ② Tag a friend below⠀ ③ Ensure you and your friend are following this account.⁠ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Please feel free to enter as many times as you like (one comment equals one entry). ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ You AND your tagged friend will win a copy of the book. Giveaway ends Sunday 14 February at 5pm AEST and winners will be announced within 24 hours of giveaway ending. Open to Australian residents only. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram.⁠
“I learned that courage was not the absence of f “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” Nelson Mandela ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I've never considered myself athletic or sporty so for most of my life, I've shied away from such things. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But at the end of last year when Chris and I were away at Wilson's Prom, we reflected that the biggest lesson from 2020 was that life is short – and we need to embrace the things that bring us joy. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So with that in mind (and unbeknownst to me), Chris bought us a couple of paddleboards.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I was hesitant at first but after lots of early wobbles, I can now paddle the length of Mount Martha beach on a still day. And I can’t tell you how much I love it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The rewards are so great when we do something that challenges the way we perceive ourselves. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What could you to conquer a fear? 🙌⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📷 @chrisjamesphotos
Every morning upon waking, before I do anything el Every morning upon waking, before I do anything else, I meditate. And it is this practice, that I've been doing for 28 years now, that has changed my life more than anything else.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It's not just about creating calm – for me, the greatest gifts have been learning about my thoughts, my emotions, how I carry tension in my body and how I breathe. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It is also a reminder of the incredible power of coming back to the present moment. To remember to be grounded and centred when my thoughts want to take me everywhere other than 'here'.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you're keen to give it a try AND make a habit of meditation this year, it's not too late to join us for the Mindful Mornings Challenge on @insighttimer. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We're now a group of over 140,000 meditators from all over the world, making a commitment to meditate every day for the month of January. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Join via the link in my bio. I would love to see you there. 🙏 📷 by the lovely @breeanadunbar
"Wanderer, there is no road, the road is made by w "Wanderer, there is no road, the road is made by walking." Antonio Machado⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ When you feel lost or directionless, choosing a path or making a decision about what’s next can feel impossible. One day you want one thing and the next, you’re unsure. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The best advice I was ever given is that the clearest way forward is to take a step in a given direction and let the experience itself give you feedback. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Soon enough you’ll know if it’s right - and if it’s not, you can change course again.✨
"Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humb "Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing." Camille Pissarro⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Savour the simple beauty that's everywhere. 🌿
As well as savouring this beautiful weather, I've As well as savouring this beautiful weather, I've spent some time over the past few days revisiting my values and making plans for the year ahead. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you've never done this work before, the first half of my new book, Change Your Thinking to Change Your Life (due for release later this month), is dedicated to helping you discover what you want most in your life by connecting you with your true self. I thought I'd share a mini version of some of the exercises here for you to try on your own. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you're keen for more detail, pre-order your copy of the book (I've included the link in my bio) or maybe you'd like to join me next Saturday in my vision workshop. We'll touch on how all of these elements come together to help you create your version of a beautiful life. ✨
I'm easing my way back into work this week and as I'm easing my way back into work this week and as I do every January, today I'm spending time planning the year ahead (it makes the world of difference working in this beautiful spot!). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There are so many things I want to find time for so my biggest challenge always is what to leave off the list. Something that really helps with this is creating a longer-term vision for my life, so I know that eventually, I'll find time for all of the things that I love. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you're inspired to create your own life plan, I've written a blog post about the steps to take (link in bio) but I'm also hosting a Create Your Vision workshop next week to walk you through this process that I love so much. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The approach I take is gentle. It's not about adding more pressure or pushing you in any way. It's about helping you to tune in and connect with your version of a creative, conscious and meaningful life. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Join me on Saturday 16 January at 10am (Melbourne time) and I'll walk you through the process so that you start this year feeling inspired. Booking link in bio. $25 AUD or free for those facing financial difficulty. ✨
Here’s a special way to start the new year. Our Here’s a special way to start the new year. Our friends at @insighttimer have created a free Mindful Mornings Challenge from January 1-31. Each day you’ll be guided through a 10-minute #meditation from a different teacher (including me on January 22). Set a daily reminder in your calendar to join me and almost 50,000 other meditators from around the world start your day in an intentional way. Sign up for the Mindful Mornings Challenge via the link in my bio. 🙏 @sarahfinds @davidjimeditation @koyawebb @ariannahuff @alex_elle @wejustwill @iceman_hof @colleensaidman @jasonmcgrice @heatherlilleston @jana_roemer @lesantisechesdubonheur @lalahdelia @melissawoodhealth @jack_kornfield @david_gandelman @monique.billings @rodneyyeeyoga @saraclarkyoga @dr.marielbuque @janetstoneyoga @sharonsalzberg @mooji.official @thewongjanice @russellbrand @beautifulchorus @lizacolpa @garthstevenson @jsuskin
"Before you speak, let your words pass through thr "Before you speak, let your words pass through three gates: Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind?" Buddhist Proverb
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