Self-Doubt

In what ways do you doubt yourself and your abilities? How has doubt sabotaged you or stirred up self-limiting beliefs? The following examples are probably familiar: What if I fail? What if it doesn’t work out? What if (the worst) happens? What was I thinking? “Doubt whom you will, but never yourself.” Christian Nestell Bovee … Continue reading Self-Doubt

What’s Your Story?

We all have a “story” we tell ourselves and others. “I struggle to lose weight; it’s just the way it is.” “Money doesn’t grow on trees, and with the prices these days, I can’t afford (fill in the blank).” “I’m so busy, I don’t have time to relax if I want to stay on top … Continue reading What’s Your Story?

Joy

How does it feel in your body when you experience a moment of joy? You can visualize it like a bubble of joy that starts in your heart or wherever you feel it, getting larger, enveloping your body, making it any color you want. Or you can imagine it like a waterfall, rushing through your … Continue reading Joy

Yes and No

I recently heard someone say something to the effect of, “When you move your body, your life also moves.” That really struck me as powerful. When we’ve been neglecting exercise and self-care, we often make excuses as to why we can’t get to it today: we’re too busy or tired or whatever. Yet, the more … Continue reading Yes and No

Ebb and Flow

Just as the seasons ebb and flow, systematically transitioning from one to the next, so do the phases of our lives. We naturally transition from one stage of life to the next, yet at a certain time in life, we tend to want to fight it. This is not helpful. I’m not saying we can’t … Continue reading Ebb and Flow

Say That Again

All too often, throughout the day, we make subtle, seemingly innocuous comments which add up to a lot of negative energy. If we make offhand remarks, focusing on whatever we don’t like, then we are misusing the power of our words and reinforcing negative patterns. "Don't waste your time in anger, regrets, worries, and grudges. … Continue reading Say That Again