Fall Beginnings!
Fall makes her official appearance on Monday, September 22nd, but here in the Pacific Northwest, we have already begun to see Mother Nature’s subtle signs change. This “burning bush” in my front yard is definitely indicating “the seasons they are a changing!” I love the colors of Fall and even though I’m a real “summertime” person, I actually relish the crisp new energy fall brings on. It’s that new school year feeling. I like how it gives a sense that there is something new to learn, new plans to make for the rest…
Stress Relief Tip #4
Stress Relief Tool #4-Make a “lights me up” list. This tool will allow you to identify and focus on what truly energizes you and gets you in the “zone.” Many people live their lives from a place of shoulds, have-to’s and musts, without adding in those aspects that give “juice” to their lives. When there are too many “shoulds, have-to’s and musts, it feels overwhelming, burdensome, heavy and stressful. Our spirits need more lightness, ease and joy! When you make a list of “what lights me up,” you see what gives you life, vitality and…
I’ve been in “Summertime mode!”
I’ve been quiet for awhile. The reason: it’s summertime! As I noted in my last ezine, summertime is the time to play, restore, rest and be present to the wonders of Nature and life in general. Even while attending a hypnosis conference in Vegas, (Vegas is definitely in contrast to the calming effects of Nature!) I made sure I took time out to restore, refresh and “play” with friends and colleagues at the conference. It provided the best foundation for learning, instead of trying to “do it all” which would have stressed out and overloaded…