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“Moment by moment we can find our way through.” Sharon Salzberg⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I found great comfort in these words by one of my favourite mindfulness teachers, @sharonsalzberg. I've reflected on her words in an article I'm sending out later this week, which also includes tips on how to quieten a worried mind.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ If you're not already on the mailing list I've included a link in my bio. ⁠🙌🏼⠀ ⁠⠀
Did you know that as well as helping you to feel m Did you know that as well as helping you to feel more grounded and calm, meditation can actually boost your immune function? ⁠ ⁠ I think we could do with a little of that right now so I thought I'd share a few of my favourite meditations for you to try this weekend. Download the @insighttimer app (it's free) and listen to one track each morning and night.⁠ ⁠ Healing & Letting Go - Meg James⁠ Mountain Meditation - Andy Hobson⁠ Loving and Listening to Yourself - Sarah Blondin⁠ Lovingkindness ⁠- Sharon Salzberg⁠ Yoga Nidra for Sleep - Jennifer Piercy ⁠ Staying Calm in Moments of Overwhelm - Keziah Gibbons⁠ ⁠ 🙏🏼✨
Some days we all wish we could turn back time. But Some days we all wish we could turn back time. But what I’ve learned in my own life is that life’s most difficult lessons are the ones that have truly shaped me. ⠀ ⠀ They’ll make you wiser and stronger and if you keep your heart open, they’ll keep you humble and kind in your judgement of others. 🙌🏼
I didn’t really have time for gardening today. B I didn’t really have time for gardening today. But then the sun came out and I figured the emails could wait an hour or two. 🌿☀️
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from wit “Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” Maya Angelou⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It’s this light that will guide you to your life path, remind you of your strengths and give you the courage to pursue the things you're meant for, even when you feel afraid.⁠⠀ ⠀ It’s the light that will keep you going, even when it feels like it’s all uphill. ⠀ ⠀ It’s the light that will have you recognise your own goodness on the days that you doubt yourself. ⠀ ⠀ And it’s the light that will remind you that everything you need is already within you. ✨🙏🏼
“Look deep into nature, and then you will unders “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” Albert Einstein⁠ ⁠ There's nothing that will give you more perspective, clarity and a greater sense of hope than spending time in a wide-open space with a view of the sky.⁠ ⁠ Head to the mountains, walk on an ocean beach or spend thirty-minutes lying on the lawn at your local park and notice how everything in your world feels different. 🌿 ⁠ Stunning pic by @michaelmatti
"Each morning we are born again. What we do today "Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most." Jack Kornfield⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I spend a lot of time in coaching sessions helping clients to understand their limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours. ⁠I'm writing about these things as I work on the final chapters of my next book so I thought I’d share an exercise for you to try this week. ⠀ ⠀ Set aside thirty-minutes (or so) to make a list of the negative beliefs you hold about yourself. Next to each belief, make a note of how the belief influences your behaviour in a negative way. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ For example, "I'm not confident socially," might mean you decline invitations or you avoid being open to making new friends. Or, "I'm not good with money," means you don't create a budget or open a savings account. Or, "I'm not good enough (in general)," might mean you don't set boundaries or stand up for yourself when someone treats you poorly.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Challenge one of those beliefs this week. As soon as you spot the habitual pattern of thinking or one of your usual self-sabotaging behaviours, ask yourself what might be possible if you thought about this differently? And what might transpire if you could change that behaviour?⠀ ⠀ Do both of these things in the spirit of self-kindness rather than self-judgement. It’s ok to be imperfect but it’s also helpful to know you can make the choice to be different. To begin again today. ✨🌿
Yesterday I attended the funeral of a dear school Yesterday I attended the funeral of a dear school friend’s mum. A beautiful lady, she was the mother of eight children and one of the kindest women I’ve known. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ As her children and grandchildren shared stories, it was clear that she was universally loved and that she had left her mark on every person she encountered.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ She was generous and kind and hardworking - and she had a vibrant love of life. Her happiness was measured by the time she spent with family and friends and by embracing the simple pleasures in life. She always made sure there was an abundance of food, a glass of wine and a vase of fresh flowers on the table. She danced and laughed often. And when she spoke to you, she made you feel that you were the only person in the room. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I listened to those stories and thought, isn’t that how we’d all like to be remembered? ⁠Not by the measures that we typically relate to success but by the small moments where we make other people's lives more beautiful by being the most generous and mindful version of ourselves. ✨
"I find hope in the darkest of days, and focus in "I find hope in the darkest of days, and focus in the brightest. I do not judge the universe." Dalai Lama⠀ ⠀ The non-judging aspect of mindfulness is often the most difficult. It’s about making room for our own imperfections, finding space in our hearts to forgive when we’re hurt and staying hopeful when the world around us is in trouble. ⠀ ⠀ These are times we need mindful awareness most. ⠀ ⠀ So that we be open and curious and creative about the solutions. So that we can be grounded and wise in the way we respond. And so that we can find forgiveness and love when the people and the world we live in are less than perfect. 🙏🏼✨🌿⠀
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