Julia Cameron is the author of two of my most favourite books The Artist’s Way & The Right to Write and in reading her memoir I’ve had many insights and moments of inspiration. Hearing her description of transforming from an ego driven ‘writer’ to a spirit channeling artist reminds me of similar moments of reflection I’ve had in my own journey with words. There are days I stare at my blank screen knowing I have to churn out a 1000 word article for a magazine deadline, and then other days when I can’t grab my notebook fast enough to simply document what I’m hearing (in my mind) – pure genius words that are certainly not mine, nor are they me – those days when I’m the scribe are the most profound and moving. I often go back and read  my writing only to be inspired and to learn from the words that illusively appeared on the page. These moments are pure magic.

I do feel, even in my writing assignments for the magazines I write for, that I’ve dropped the ‘ego’ part of it. I ask my higher self, my guides – what do people need to hear, how can I be a vehicle for their learning, their growth, their awakening? But compared to free form, and channeled writing days – it pales in comparison as I’m still doing a lot of ‘thinking’.

In reflection of reading this most recent work of Julia’s I am having yet another moment of vulnerability as I admit, if only to myself, an artist is who I am at my core – I think it’s who we all are. So what is stopping the flow? Why does it still seem like there is something to ‘do’, somewhere to ‘go’, something to ‘learn’ before I can truly embrace and channel this genius mind of infinite wisdom and intelligence that we all have access to??

Last night I had a dream (it felt like a nightmare at the time) where I think I received my answer. I won’t go in to the details of the dream, since in the end, it’s only the message that’s truly relevant.

The answer: creative space.

For years, I’ve kept my home (incredibly clean & organized – I’m a neat freak), sparse – more hotel room like, only the functional stuff present. Somewhere to sit, somewhere to sleep, somewhere to eat – but I have denied myself any specialness or beauty within my space. A space created for creativity – a space to channel the infinite beauty and wisdom of the collective mind. Aha! In my dream I was shown 2 contrasting realities. One dark, dismal, almost scary like space and one bright, joy filled, music filled space of levity, play and fun. Hmm….

So despite my fear and anxiety in declaring myself an artist (does that mean I must produce beautiful work?? or be compared to those who are great in exemplifying this title?? – ego trip!) I’m going for it. I acknowledge that this is where I feel the most expansive, the most enthusiastic, the most present, the most alive. In the being-ness of creativity is where I want to spend my time – this feels good.

So my next move is creation. Creation of a space which allows for the flow, the levity, the moments of pure channeling – channeling the presence of genius. Not of me, but through me.

I’ll keep you posted on my progress and let you know if the creation of a creative space is truly the missing link I’ve been longing for….until then…H/

Firstly I have to say a big THANK YOU to my pal Tia (quoted above) who recently wrote a blog post about the power of telling it like it is, when it’s like that. I have to admit, I’ve been more the type to experience it, learn from it, then write about it, from the point of view of the expert. Tia brought up a great point – why don’t we talk about things as they are happening, while we’re in the trenches? The obvious answer, in my case, is that I would be vulnerable and exposed.  But the truth is – for the first time in my life – that’s kind of exciting. Because I don’t have my shit together all the time, and I’m finally ready to admit that, and I really am ok with it….so….here I go…a post from the trenches.

This past few…..well….um, I don’t know whether to say 2 years, 2 months or 2 weeks because the truth is – it’s a journey, everyday with its challenges and also moments of joy and grace. However, this latest round of up-levelling sure has been a steep climb.

I feel as though I’ve been forced to face so many illusions that I had been completely unconscious and unaware of. This in and of itself is hard. From there, new decisions and actions are obvious and necessary, especially with my eyes wide open. But yet now I contend with fear, doubt, worry, anxiety and second guessing.

One minute it seems that all my upheaval boils down to a single issue, the next it seems all 50, 000 moving parts in my life are wrong. There are moments of loneliness and despair, followed by those of fierce courage.

I beg for clarity and yet when I see clearly, I fill my vision with fog so as not to have to face the real, raw truth.

I want it to be ‘sorted out’ and yet ultimately know it will be me who has to do the sorting.

I want to be right, and yet want to be wrong, when my rightness misses the mark of my lofty expectations that aren’t being met.

Is this what the coming of age feels like?

I know that transition, change, evolution and ultimately anything NEW has to be preceded by the death of the old. Wouldn’t it be nice to simply morph from one existence to the next, but alas, this glosses over a part of the process.

Bindu Wiles recently wrote a post on endings and beginnings – where she quotes Pat Barker’s book Regeneration:

Quoting from Bindu’s blog:

Barker writes of a doctor who “knew only too well how often the early stages of change or cure may mimic deterioration.

Cut a chrysallis open and you will find a rotting caterpillar.

What you will never find is that mythical creature, half caterpillar, half butterfly, a fit emblem of the human soul, for those cast of mind leads them to seek such emblems.

No, the process of transformation consists almost entirely of decay.”

End Quote

Change is not easy, it’s not a piece of cake and you can’t have your cake and eat it to. Change means letting go of the old way, letting it decay and die and disintegrate. And with death and decay comes mourning as you experience the loss.

Gawd, it sounds so simple when you look at the facts, but throw in some human emotions, deep seeded beliefs, past experiences and you have a whole onion full of layers to peel back as you move forward, process, move forward, process, (repeat) your way through to the other side.

Though in my case the most immediate other side is the ‘age’ in which I identify this human experience with, and yet I know there is much more coming to the end, dying and decaying to make room for the new birth(s) that are to come.

Am I going crazy? Maybe a little, but only when I resist what is.

Letting go, letting flow, accepting death to experience life, all part and parcel of the experience I desire.

As I welcome 30 tomorrow, I recognize and accept that the death of my 20′s is necessary. Letting go of certain ways of being, doing, having etc. so that I can fully experience a NEW way.

Am I scared? Of course!

Am I sure? Not yet.

Am I ready? Almost.

I’m stepping in to the mystery of life – I’ll let you know what I find out.

Happy Birthday to Me!

Then at some point things changed. I changed.

I started a journey of soul retrieval and personal development to find myself. I studied, read, attended workshops, listened to hundreds of seminars on disc (thank you CB for all those trips back and forth to K-town listening to Bob, Tony, Jack, Rhonda, and many, many more….”I’m a magnet to money!” ha!). And although this journey will be life long, I am so grateful that my beliefs and perspective have changed so drastically. Now when I notice someone, or something, and I feel that old sensation of green, I stop, breathe and ask myself: Heather, do you want that? Sometimes my answer is no, but, more often than not, my answer is a resounding yes.

Today, I think of jealousy as a gift. It’s an illumination in my consciousness of my sub-conscious desires. Desires I didn’t even know I had. And yet, because of that feeling, that at first is a pang of jealously, I get to SEE, right there in front of me, in 3D, what it is that my heart is desiring. This makes life much easier for me, since my biggest struggle has always been answering the question: what do I want? By using my reaction of jealousy as my guidance, I’m able to identify quickly what the answer to that question really is.

Feelings are powerful modes of feedback. They allow for moments of profound awareness. They stop you in your tracks and at times make the process of moving forward absolutely impossible. That is until you turn, face them, walk towards them and ask….what are you trying to tell me?

There’s messages in your mess and gifts in your guidance.

If you’re anything like I used to be and you’re in the habit of judging your feelings….STOP. Your feelings are not here to hurt you – they are here to guide you, to steer you in the right direction of your destiny.

Simply ask your feeling…what do you want me to know? See what the answer is…..I bet you’ll like it.

We just wrapped another awesome Coach’s Corner where today’s topic was: Presentations & Public Speaking

I co-presented with Felicia Lee (@coachfelicialee) & Christine Pilkington (@chrispilkington) and we only had an hour but we rocked the house talking about everything from purpose and passion to credibility and structure.  The room was full of inspiring entrepreneurs, not to mention, one who’s filming Dragon’s Den in a couple weeks and another who’s heading to Edmonton next week to give a speech in front of 100′s of people (a first of this size for her.) It’s always inspiring to work with entrepreneurs but there’s something extra exciting when I get to talk about giving presentations.

I remember my ‘AHA’ moment like it was yesterday.

I was sitting in my apartment at about 2am (ok I admit I had a 2 beer buzz, but in the words of my pal TG – the world is a better place with a 2 beer buzz & I agree!). Anyway – back to the apartment & 2am. At the time I was taking Bob Proctor’s year long Coaching/Consulting course which was my first stab at formal personal development and the idea of the year was to uncover your true authentic gifts and talents & furthermore create opportunities to incorporate your talents in to your livelihood. (The true path to living your dream!)

Bob’s voice was ringing in my ears and as I listed to the recording of his lecture on “You were born rich” he was talking about natural talents. He was asking “what are you naturally good at”, “what do you notice yourself doing even when you’re not being paid”, “where do you find yourself having the most energy and enthusiasm”? Then at some point he says something to the effect of, don’t dismiss the fact that you may perceive your greatest talents to be negative qualities, depending on what our parents, teachers, peers etc. have told us about these talents.

SUDDENLY I saw this thought float through my mind & heard the words: I LOVE TO TALK

To this day, I can tell you that all the amazing opportunities I’ve had, people I’ve met, things I’ve done, places I’ve travelled, and presentations that I’ve given, can all be traced back to this profound, pure, precise thought. (or AHA moment).

Truth be told – I thought my gift of the gab was a quality needing tempered. I remember my brownie leader telling my Mum after I returned home from summer camp (age 5) that I was a total busy body and that I never shut up. I remember being banned from adult conversations as a young kid, and I remember as an adult, thinking late in to the night after a party or get together with friends “shoot! I was talking so much tonight. Why can’t I listen more and talk less. I need to learn to just shut up!”.

So when Bob said those words “you might consider your natural gift to be a negative quality” – in that moment all the stars of my life aligned and my brain exploded into fireworks and stars.

I so wish I had a witness to that moment. Happy dance? That would be a severe understatement. I was jumping and cartwheeling around my apartment like a mad-woman. I ran in to the bedroom to tell CB of this huge insight, and I think I got a high five out of him, but this really was a moment for ME!

For the first time in my life I had this incredible feeling that I was exactly the way I was supposed to be. That I no longer needed to apologize, hide, temper or pretend that this wasn’t me. Instead, in the words of Willie (my coach who I connected with a year later)  - I simply needed to find an arena to express this talent.

As of today, not including the presentations I had given in my corporate sales job, I’ve given over 200 presentations. And when I’m not presenting to groups, I’m coaching my roster of private coaching clients (talking), being interviewed (talking), writing (talking on paper), or thinking (talking in my head).

My whole world revolves around this natural gift of which I now embrace, enjoy and give thanks for.

I have to thank Bob Proctor, Chris Flett, Willie Carter & every client who has ever booked me to speak, hired me as their coach, or interviewed me for their publication. (Don’t get me wrong – I am incredibly grateful to so many people for some many things – family, friends, colleagues etc.) but these 3 people were the catalyst for brining my natural talent to arenas who needed and wanted what I had to offer.

Today was certainly a full circle moment – another aha in a way.

Do you have a story to tell about your natural gifts & talents? Send em my way. Even if you want to remain anonymous – I think there is so much to be said for sharing our experiences and empowering others to live their dream.

Happy Monday!

Heather

I remember when I knew that it was time to leave my corporate job…..2 years later I quit. Why did it take me so long? Good question. At first it was because I truly didn’t know what else I could possibly do (fear), how would I pay my bills (fear), what CB would say (fear), what my parents would say (fear), what my colleagues would think of me (fear), blah, blah, blah. The real reason it took me 2 years, was because it took me that long to feel enough pain to wake up to the reality that – it was time to go.

It can be easy to ignore the signs, signals and clues that you’re being bombarded with when the pain isn’t too bad. Looking back, the cold I got every 2 months, the feeling in the pit of my stomach when I rolled over at 5:30am to see that I’d already missed 3 calls, the panic in my mind when I’d run 10, 20, 45 minutes late, the let down I’d feel when I lost an account and saw the reflection on my commission cheque, the dread that would begin Sunday mornings, knowing it was less than 24 hours before I’d start all over again – all signs that it was time to move on.

If you have a feeling that it’s time to go in any area of your life – here’s a few things I learned along my way….

1. Tell the truth – Not to anyone else – just to yourself. Looking back I know that I KNEW it was time to go, but, I was so afraid that I kept shoving the ‘beach ball’ (my knowing) back underneath the water. I consciously didn’t want to look at it, because I was afraid of the inevitable actions I would have to take. Ironically, when we tell ourselves the truth, in that moment a little space opens up in us. That space is like a planted seed and it starts to grow. The universe starts to adjust itself to reflect the reality of your truth! I actually had to DO very little in my reality once I fessed up to myself. Call it serendipity, flow, god, luck, whatever you want. What I know is that there was a FORCE working with and through me that was activated in that moment that I looked myself in the eyes and told myself the truth.

2. Write out your fears. FEAR can be a huge roadblock between you and your dreams, IF, you let it live inside your mind. When you write down your fears, you make them 3D and this process dissipates at least 80% of the bad feelings that fear brings up. By writing down your fear – you gain HUGE insight in to your inner world and by seeing what you’re afraid of, you can start to make 3D changes so that those fears are addressed and taken care of. You don’t want to deny your fear, and you don’t want to slip in to judging your fear (this just complicates things further). You simply want to KNOW your fear. And not unlike having a miscommunication with a good friend – when you get clear about where you went wrong, your new clarity will get you back on the road to actioning what you really want in your life instead of blocking yourself from it.

3. Notice the clues. As I mentioned there were many clues signalling me to notice that my life was not where I wanted it to be. BUT, I didn’t consciously notice them. I let my subconscious run my life and my habitual patterns were in the drivers seat. By becoming aware that there were clues trying to get my attention I started to notice them. At first I tried to justify and be logical, but, eventually I grew in to the understanding that the clues were not there to hurt me, but, instead to enhance the quality of my life.

If you have a little ‘niggly’ or a sense that it’s ‘time to go’ let me also say that sometimes this means it’s simply time to ‘change the dance’. It might not mean that you actually have to ‘leave’ anything other than leave behind your old way of operating that is no longer serving you.

Signs, signals and clues are in our life to act as guidance, bumper bars like in bowling, to make sure we ‘hit the target’ and reach our highest potential in this lifetime. Start with some truth talk and you’re life will begin to flow again, leading you like a river to the ocean – you will be back in alignment with YOU.

Questions and comments are always welcomed.

Lots of love!!

Heather

WRONG!

What a drastic mistake this was. However, this is a mistake I see many of my colleagues, clients and friends making on a daily basis. Unaware of what to do with dissatisfaction, disappointment and unhappiness, many people (and especially women) turn to the ‘self-bullying’ type behaviour I was so accustomed to earlier in my life. The ‘what’s wrong with me’, ‘why can’t I get it done’, ‘I should work harder’, ‘I should get up earlier’, ‘I need to make more money’ dialogue starts to amp up in between the ears. Ironically this behaviour actually leads to one of the biggest energy leaks a human can develop and interestingly prohibits all of which this self- abuse is attempting to correct. Quite the paradox!

So, what to do?

First things first – MOMENT OF TRUTH – are you ‘beating yourself up’, ‘being hard on yourself’, ‘trying to ‘will’ yourself’ in to becoming something other than what you are right now, in this moment? Come on now – tell yourself the truth!

And not to worry – if this is a tactic you’ve been attempting – hey, I tried it too and congratulations for your valiant efforts. But, if you’re like me and in reading this you realize….hmmm….maybe there is another way to get what I want in my life – then amen seester (or brother) – you’ve just expanded your mind and you’re ready for something new.

In order to harness all the life force energy  you need, and channel it through your body, to ACTUALLY move you in the direction of your goals – you need to fuel up your vehicle, not whip it from behind. You need to charge the battery, not expect it to run when it’s dead. You need to accept and embrace who you are RIGHT NOW and recognize that THIS is the person whom will act out the necessary steps in order to live the life of your dreams.

As my good friend Janice Martin used to say to me “you need to put the whip away”! (ooooo – I like that!)

I know, I know – how?

1. Awareness & Truth – as I already eluded to – the first step is telling the truth and therefore becoming aware. If you’re not sure if you’re being hard on yourself, you need to listen. How do you speak to yourself? What do you say? What’s the tone? Expectations?

2. Self-love & acceptance – there’s nothing wrong with wanting to grow and become an even bigger, better, more enlightened, higher educated, more experienced human – BUT – the true path of development is illuminated when you come in the form of a united front. If you’re energy is disjointed because 1/2 of you is the ‘boss’ and the other 1/2 the ‘abused’ and ‘bullied’ ‘slave’ you are no where near your true energetic abilities, and therefore even progression will feel painful. It’s time to become familiar with the true essence of your divine nature. YOU are an amazingly talented, ambitious, hard working, creative being who’s birth right is abundance. You deserve and are capable of achieving every natural authentic desire you possess. Start making friends with yourself and accepting and loving the true nature of who you are.

3. Jet-fuelled inspired action  - once you’re fuelled up via a united front, THEN it’s time to take inspired action. When you’re totally tapped in to the ‘voice’ or messages coming from within about what external steps to take – you are authentically developing. That little voice that used to criticize is GONE and in it’s place is a Robin for YOU Batman. Get ready to experience the ultimate ride when your intuition and ‘gut-feeling’ is super-charged and navigating your every move. THIS is the path that will expediently move you towards to realization of your dreams.

Ladies, gents – it’s time! STOP the madness of self-abuse and release the old paradigm of sheer will power – this is no longer the way to go. (Not sure if it ever was.) In these times – you are already equipped with the internal GPS system that is pre-destined for greatness. Get out of your own way. Unite – you with you. This is the path that leads to LIVING THE LIFE OF YOUR DREAMS!

All the best!!!

Heather

Oh ya! Forgot about that for a second….

Calming down for me looks like:

• Sit down
• Breathe
• Write (moleskin, I love you)
• Prioritize
• Delegate (Stephanie, I love you)
• Defer
• Do

If you’re like me and the flood gates of goodness seemed to have opened – don’t slow down….just calm down.

Heather

Natalie Sisson, the Mastermind behind The Suitcase Entrepreneur popped me a note on Twitter last night to find out how my start to 2011 had been. When I replied:

2011 start has been ridiculously amazing. Life and ‘work’ are blending beautifully #livingthedream & #lovingthemoments

she messaged me back to find out why and furthermore she asked for the top 3 things that have made this a #livingthedream year.

I don’t think I need three, as in my mind there is one main reason, one major difference from 2010 and that is:

Partnerships

For years I did my life alone. And even though I’m an incredibly social person I still lived mostly inside my head, convinced that if it was to be, then it was up to me. 2010 was a transformational year, in that I opened myself up to being supported by others. Looking back, it all happened serendipitously and it was staggered throughout the year, but, to begin 2011 surrounded and supported by the most amazing team is certainly the #1 reason I’m living the dream!

My Team:

Personal Coach – Willie Carter

Willie was not a 2010 addition to the team as I’ve been working with her since 2007, however, it is because of Willie that any of the ‘team’ thing even happened. Willie, who I more commonly refer to as my ‘Psychic Surgeon’ has been the most incredible partner in my personal and professional development journeys. She has the most innate way to be curious and ask questions that are so pointed they drill instantly the the heart of the matter, while having this gentle and nurturing aura that would make even the most terrified of people feel safe. She is a guiding force in my life and I couldn’t nor do I want to, imagine life without her.

Personal Assistant – Stephanie Lee

Stephanie is an absolute dream come true! A dream that I actually didn’t think was possible, this time last year, and now a reality I would never live without. She is the most organized person I’ve ever met, she thinks even quicker than I do (and for those that know me, that’s no small feat). She knows exactly what I need before I even know I need it. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE her and we’ve never even met in person. She’s completely virtual and yet, I feel her by my side each and everyday!

Personal Trainer – Hannah Fletcher

Last spring I started working with my trainer Hannah when I wanted to get back in to the gym, recover from plaguing injuries and strengthen my body. Never in a million years did I expect to form the partnership and bond that I did. For many years I did fitness on my own. Even when I did lots of aerobics and group fitness, I still felt isolated. With Hannah that has all changed. I feel supported and in partnership with someone who wants the best for me in my physical fitness and in my life. She knows exactly how to bend (not break) me, when to push me harder, and when to let me off the hook. I look forward to seeing her even though I know she’s about to kick my ass. Her knowledge, and expertise combined with her authentic passion for fitness (and life) makes her a tremendous asset and partner. I know for sure, I wouldn’t have gotten here without her.

Housekeeper – Nina

Nina is an absolute godsend. My place is full of windows and the first time she was here (she’s maybe 5′ tall) she cleaned each and every window in this place. I have NO idea how she did it. I’m 5’9″ and I can’t even reach the top of some of these windows. I cannot even begin to describe the changes I’ve experienced in the way I feel, the activities I’m able to accomplish, the excitement I have to come home and/or just to hang out at home, now that I have Nina on board. I never would have predicted that making this kind of change in my life would have had the kind of impact that it did. In a word: incredible.

Biz Partner – Chris Flett

Chris Flett is also not a 2010 addition, but I just wouldn’t feel right without including him on this list. Chris is really the reason I have the means to employ the team I’ve listed above. Chris has taught me so much about business (and life) I would need a book to go in to it all. The common theme however in working with Chris has been mindset. Chris walks his talk so meticulously, that being in his presence over the past 3 years, I couldn’t help but follow his path. Because of Chris I have a thriving business, shares in a couple other thriving businesses, a cross-section of incredible clients, and opportunities out the wazoola. I’m excited everyday when I get out of bed, and look forward, with energetic anticipation, to what lies ahead.

Life Partner – CB

Absolutely NONE  of the above would be possible without the support I get from my incredible partner. Since that first day, 10 years ago, when I saw him, and later moved in with him (YES! It all happened on the same day!) he has been supporting and loving me in ways I didn’t even know were possible. 3 years ago, I’ll never forget walking out on the patio to announce that I was quitting my job and starting a business with a guy he’d never met. He looked over to me and said “Heather, it’s you, you’ll be good at whatever you choose, I’m behind you 100%”. OMG I LOVE him!

Besides these key people I’ve formally listed above, I also have the most amazing friends and family – AND the most amazing network of tremendously talented, intelligent and inspiring colleagues. I’m blessed beyond belief and I truly feel as though I’m living out my fairytale dreams everyday! Here’s to an incredible 2011 and beyond!

Heather

You see, my home has been where I’ve been leaking energy for probably about a year. It’s where I dump all my shit when I come home from: work, speaking gigs, trips, the beach, the ski hill, the gym, nights out with friends and family. It’s been more of a dumping ground than a home. And yet, I knew this, but, it wasn’t until i went to bed last night, after spending the day turning this place in to one of nurture and comfort (and cleanliness) that I realized how much of an energy drain it really had been.

I slept nine hours straight. Now, some might argue that was due to the hard labour, but, I would argue that it was the first time in a long time that my environment created a feeling of peace and tranquility. Last week, when I went to bed there were two oversized armchairs staring back at me, since I’d moved them from my living room, and having no where else to put them, hid them in my bedroom. (Even I’m thinking: “Heather, what were you thinking?”).

The truth is, I wasn’t really thinking. I knew somewhere deep within that it was bugging me – all this extra stuff in my home that I didn’t need or want, but, I just kept shoving it to the back of my mind. Concentrating on all the other things going on in my life. The problem was, deep within the vortex of my mind, it was eating away at me. I couldn’t figure it out – why did I never want to be at home? Was it really because I was so busy doing other things, or was it because my home didn’t reflect back to me the kind of environment I wanted to be in.

Whenever Oprah makes the comment that “your home should rise up to meet/greet you” (can’t quite remember but you know what I mean) I would think, yes, when I can pump $50K in to interior design and decorating services, my home will rise up to me, but until then….

Today I can say, I understand her statement on a whole new level. I woke up this morning surrounded by an environment that I was proud and excited to be in. One that I had created. One that nurtured my true spirit and created space for dreams and thoughts.

This morning, my home rose up to meet me and I feel a renewed sense of energy and excitement. Now, I guess I better get out of bed and get to work, ha!

Have a great day!

“To love oneself is the beginning of a life-long romance” – Oscar Wilde

I’m pretty lucky in that I seem to be constantly in the presence of some of the most inspiring, motivated, high achieving beings cruising this planet. They are curious, full of hope and love, and desiring to make an impact, make a difference, make a mark on this world in their own unique way. SO COOL!

It’s absolutely amazing to realize the heart and soul being poured in to these high achieving aspirations and of course the discipline and focus needed to take ideas and contemplation through to 3rd dimensional reality. However, sometimes amongst this group (myself included) the theme of self-discipline and focus can cross over into self-criticism and turn quickly in to inner bully.

The dangerous part is that because we (high-achieving, aspiring, world changers) have such high standards, and lofty goals for bettering ourselves and humanity, it’s easy to justify that little voice telling you to ‘work harder’, ‘stay up later’, ‘get up earlier’, ‘persevere’, ‘stay committed’, ‘don’t be lazy’ etc. But let me warn you – beware.

Beware that you can quickly become your biggest enemy and worst critic as you ‘force’ yourself to ‘push through’ and ‘grind’ out all that needs to be done, only to have lost your most precious and sacred relationship along the way. The one you have with yourself.

Work hard, yes. Stay committed, yes. Stay focussed, yes. BUT, stay in a gentle relationship with yourself. Know, on the deepest level that you are already amazing. TODAY, right now, you’re amazing. You’re amazing when you are lacking motivation. You are amazing when you lie in bed all day because you partied too hard last night. You are amazing when you don’t know the answer. You’re amazing when YOU need some help.

It’s phenomenal to take responsibility for your life. To know and act in a way that allows you to be who you are and let your inner spirit shine out for the world to see. Just make sure that you don’t forget, you’re still a human, and to quote Bruno Mars:

“You’re Amazing, Just the Way You Are”.

Have a great week!

Heather