A Whole Range Of Emotions
Something special is happening inside me right now, and it's stirring up a whole range of feelings. I'm reminded that succeeding in business requires two key elements: creating an environment where you can feel confident and joyful while working; and having the courage to keep going despite uncertainty or overwhelming emotions. Both these skills are essential for our kind of success — if we want to progress with our dreams, sometimes we need strength from within us as much as encouragement from the outside!
There'll be days when we're feeling capable — ready for anything life throws at us — but there will also be times when a few words of love go a long way towards helping you continue on your journey of growth!
As I reflect on a challenging morning getting my kids off to their second week back at school, one child being emotional and the other resulting in me saying something disempowering due to childhood insecurity - lessons were learnt. Today's message is about learnings from over two decades of experience: three things that will inject some "can do" into your life this week!
How to empower yourself by creating an environment filled with empowerment no matter what situation you are faced with. When there are good, bad or even terribly challenging moments – stay strong and cheer for yourself always:
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Start viewing your everyday environment with a new perspective.
Instead of becoming numb to it, take notice of the powerful connection between how you feel on the inside and what is reflected in your surroundings outside. A gentle way to bring yourself back into balance after periods of stress or busy days is 5 minutes of gentle shaking bodily movement – taking deep breaths helps activate your parasympathetic nervous system and encourages further relaxation. Now that you're calmer, why not open up those loving eyes again - gently observe everything before making mindful adjustments for optimal well-being?
Give yourself permission to spend a few minutes calming down both body and mind by shaking gently; close your eyes if it helps, or take some deep breaths at that moment. When ready, open up those newly calm, energetic eyes so as not to overlook any details in your environment — what brings joy? What could use an upgrade? Fresh perspectives are surefire ways of finding harmony within ourselves and beyond into our creative space.
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Our self-talk has a powerful impact — it can shape our lives and how we experience them.
But did you know that the things we say to ourselves are often not even chosen consciously? They may be taken from other people's beliefs or stories told to us in the past, which no longer serve us! So what do we do then? We could ask ourselves an empowering question: "Do I need this anymore, or is there something more empowering?" By doing so, we can interrupt any disempowering thinking and replace it with fresh thoughts for more positive outcomes!
If you ever find yourself thinking negative, self-defeating thoughts, don't worry! I'm here to offer two playful methods for replacing those unhelpful musings with something more encouraging. Come and join me in a session of positive reframing — let's have some fun together while learning how to challenge our inner dialogue in the most loving way possible.
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Cultivating an inspiring community of like-minded individuals will have a profoundly positive effect on your life.
Seek out someone who encourages you, is self-motivated and has the qualities that inspire growth in yourself - it may require stepping outside your comfort zone but this stretch can be incredibly rewarding. Life is an ever-changing journey, and finding that sweet spot where you can grow in comfort yet be challenged to become more than what you currently are — is the perfect challenge.
Look for people who bring a wealth of knowledge, have commitment and dedication to their craft, and have big dreams full of imagination. The world needs these types of dreamers just as much it does strong doers! Connecting with others who lean into every bump on life's path as an obstacle and opportunity to learn something new brings fun energy in new growth.
Ultimately, like this morning, life is an adventure to be savoured greatly. Connect with those who take on challenges as a way to discover something new — these wondrous souls will add joy and freshness to your journey!
Love,
Natasha x
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