Take good care of yourself.
If you are like me there are so many demands being made on you. And they all need your attention right now.

But the main thing to remember is that no matter how loud each requirement, demand, distraction or entanglement becomes, if you are not taking good care of yourself you will be unable to satisfy any of them.

So start with eating well. This means something different for everyone, but you know what is best for you. You know what it is like when your body feels fit and healthy. Make it a point to get those foods into your body.

Then, of course, be sure to exercise. A walk is always a good idea – it can be a quick brisk ’round-the-block walk. If you have more time or energy, make it a hike. Or whatever exercise gets you revitalized.

Finally, get a good night sleep. Go to bed now if you can! Or at least as soon as possible. Turn off the TV and computer, put down the book and get yourself to sleep.

These three simple things will make a huge difference.

That’s it.
Eat. Move. Sleep.
And be well.

xo,
Kathleen

Have compassion for yourself. Often we find it easy to feel and extend compassion for others. We may feel sympathetic for their suffering or feel as if they might deserve compassion.

But when it comes to ourselves, we may be judgmental or harsh. We may blame ourselves or have a sense of shame instead of compassion and generosity of kindness.

Yet, a little bit of love can go a long way, especially when you give it to yourself. From there, you can extend it to others and they in turn can pass it on.

Simple idea.

And it is not hard to do when you remember.

Next time you sense that self judgment coming on, take a moment for gratitude and appreciation for the amazing person you are and have compassion for yourself.

Best blessings,
Kathleen

You have the answer inside of yourself. You know what to do. Maybe it is not always apparent because there are so many distractions and choices to make.

But here is a quick and simple tip that you can do to help sort out which direction to take.

Simplify your choices.

Instead of having a long drawn out internal conversation about should I do this or should I do that and what about this part of it and that part of it and what if and on and on and on.

Stop.

Breathe.

Simplify.

Get your two options distilled down to the heart of the matter. Simplify your choice to one or two words.

Breathe again. And notice how much easier it is to figure what to do when you get to the most simple, direct, clear core of each choice.

Give it a try and let me know how it goes.

Enjoy!

Xo,

Kathleen

A new perspective. Consider looking at your life, your problem, your situation from a new perspective. Having trouble with that co-worker or someone in your family? Imagine the situation from a new angle, a new view.

One simple but surprisingly easy way to embody a new perspective is to quite literally look at things differently. Take a different route to work, move your desk or chair to a new place, take a walk in a different direction than you usually do.

And as you make this literal change of perspective, set your intention to have a different psychological and emotional perspective. Include in your intention the addition of compassion and a sense of amusement and I assure you things will take a new course.

Give yourself permission to be pleasantly surprised as you gain new perspective.

Enjoy!

Xo,

Kathleen

Give it a try and let me know how it goes here…

You can change the world.

All you have to do is be yourself 100% right now.

Each day that you are in your present moment – right here & right now – you bring an authentic and genuine expression of yourself into the world and that is the beginning of all transformation.

Change Yourself. Change The World.
Transform Yourself. Transform The World.

Be true and honest and present in this moment. Because that action and that intention of authentic, genuine, honest 100% truth will spread in your life. And the lives of those around you.

Really really, it will.

So keep at it and every moment, every day: Be Yourself.

Blessings and love,

Kathleen

Know that you have the truth inside you. You know what to do in each situation that presents itself in your life. You can access the truth, your best options, all the information you need if you are willing to take the time to listen carefully.

With care.

How do you do this?

Stop. Sit. Breathe. Wait.

Have patience and trust the process. If you sit quietly every day, you will begin to develop the ability to recognize the difference between what is your inner truth and what is the noise and distraction of the world.

It is simple and powerful.

But here is the key: Only you can do it. No one can do it for you. You can’t buy it, borrow it, steal it or otherwise get it from the outside.

You are the one who has to make the decision to create that meditation commitment. Every Day.

Start with 5 minutes. Right now. And set you timer every day this week to make time to sit in silence and stillness, with care. To hear yourself think and to listen to your truth. Enjoy.

Xo,
Kathleen

You know that tingly feeling?

Often times when we are trying to make a decision, there are many factors, variables and options to consider. There are agendas and ideas and other people to take into account. It can be over whelming and confusing at times.

But as you proceed, take a moment to pause. Stop. Listen. Notice. And you will be able to sense somewhere deep inside you that tingly sensation, a small voice, a butterfly in your stomach that is calling out, “Here! Look here for the answer!”

That smallest deepest sensation that is tapping, nagging, whispering, tingling, is your deepest truth trying to get your attention. And with awareness you can hear it and with courage you can follow it.

Trust it. Build on it and take action.

Maybe it is with a little trepidation at first, but each time you follow your deepest truth it becomes stronger and you become more confident in your choices.

Give it a try today.

Xo,
Kathleen

I would LOVE, love, love it if you shared here about a time when you trusted and followed that small voice inside you. Thank you! ♥

Choose your words with care.

When we speak to other people and particularly when we speak to ourselves, our words are powerful. Each word has the opportunity to affect an outcome. Each word can create action. Each word forms an impression, good or bad, that leads to a result of some sort.

You have seen how your words of encouragement to a friend may have helped them at just the right moment. You have experienced the spontaneous kind words from someone that gave you strength when you need it. You have heard words of inspiration that lead you to take a new action or a new direction in your life.

Words are powerful.

Now consider the words you use to speak to yourself. Usually we speak to ourselves in our head, but sometimes something is uttered out loud unconsciously. Have you ever said, “Oh, how could I be so stupid?” Or “What is wrong with me?”

We do that sometimes. We say mean things to ourselves that we would likely never say to someone else.

So how about this – try something this week. Choose something about yourself that you want to hear as encouragement, support or inspiration. And then, for the week, say it aloud to yourself at least once each day and see what happens.

You might be surprised, uncomfortable, relieved or something else. Don’t worry about how you will feel…just do it.

Here are some ideas: “Good job!” (short and simple) “I love my life” (Very Powerful if you do that every day) or even “Thank You” (when is the last time you thanked yourself)

So give it a try and please let me know here how it goes.

Xo,

Kathleen

Can you hear yourself?

Or are there too many people, ideas, opinions and agendas roaming around in your head. I bet some are pretty loud. Even the ones that are not loud can be so persistent that it hurts.

So turn them all off.

Yup, every one of them. Your family, your work associates, your boss, your partner, your parents and your kids. Don’t forget to turn off the TV, the computer, the radio, the iPod, iPad, iPhone and iDistractions.

Are you with me? I thought so!

OK, so how do you do it?

Here is how: Stop. Sit. Breathe.

Do not be fooled by the simplicity. And do not be worried if all the noises don’t turn off right away.

But if you keep doing this, a little bit every day, one day without any effort or pressure or difficulty, you will find a moment of stillness. No noise, no one else.

And in that moment you will be able to truly, deeply hear yourself.

Start now.

Xo,

Kathleen

Sometimes the best way to proceed is to stick to the basics. Nothin’ Fancy Here.

So in a clear effort to keep it simple, let me give you this for thought:

Meditate Every Day + Follow Your Intuition

The Meditate Every Day part of this equation can be as short and easy as a 5 Minute Meditation.

The Follow Your Intuition is as simple as a pause. When you hear that small voice, take a breath and pause for a moment. Listen to it, trust it and give yourself permission to follow it.

That’s it.

Enjoy! Have a blessed week and let me know here how it goes for you.

Best to you,

Kathleen