You know that feeling you get when you accomplish something that you really didn’t want to do, but you totally forced yourself to do it anyway because you knew afterwards you’d feel AMAZING and so glad you did? It doesn’t matter what it is—THAT, my dear friend, is the energy you want to pull in—the memory and the feeling of how great you’ll feel after every time you doubt or procrastinate. Just watch how things start to positively change in your life. Remember, change cannot happen without creating changes.
A good negotiator
I’m a very good negotiator in my head when it comes to making excuses for why I’m not doing something or feeling a certain way about myself. And, as much as I could and should be kinder to myself, I also feel like sometimes a little tough love can go a long way. Motivational speaker; Mel Robbins often quotes, “No one is coming to save you.” Well, that’s a large dose of OUCH. But, damn, it’s true. Taking responsibility for our present life and future life, changing the way we think, and shifting the feels to rid of negative thinking... it takes work!
But if there is one thing I’ve learned along the way, it’s in breaking things down into doable steps, celebrating every little win along the way, and sharing my victories with those who lift me and support me. So, remember, recognizing and changing your thought patterns, creating action is a process. It’s a journey that requires practice, and where practicing it is key.
Turning License Plates into 2024 Goals & Intentions
I can’t help but see signs in everything that passes my line of sight, especially if it is something out of the ordinary. This morning, on my drive home from visiting my daughter, I saw an out-of-state license plate that passed me with an abbreviation for the word "consistency," and I thought, “Are you trying to tell me something, spirit?” Laughing out loud as I plan my 2024 intentions, trying not to act like they’re goals, ha-ha, but they truly are, and if I’m being honest with myself, I’m grateful for them because life should never remain stagnant or be a repeat year of the same old, same old. I find within myself not knowing how I’m going to push myself this upcoming year—whether spiritually, mentally, or physically. It can get daunting, don’t you think?
As I reflect on the sign and the notion of consistency, I recognize the importance of incorporating this principle into the year ahead. My guides often speak in terms of small moves and baby steps, emphasizing that, regardless of how tiny, one's movement forward is progress. I believe we often place undue pressure on ourselves to achieve lofty goals within a short timeframe, when, in reality, it's about the journey, not the speed in which we get there.
So, on this lovely night of a full moon, December 26th, 2023, I’m going to work on my small yet achievable goals toward my grand wishes and desires without judgment or pressure, just pure love for the journey and excitement about any new adventures that come my way in the next 12 months ahead.
Wishing you all a most beautiful and wondrous New Year filled with small, meaningful steps toward your dreams.
Varying degrees
A gaze takes over my vision as my mind sits in all of the fog lifting in front of me. The heat of the pavement from the night before meets the coolness of the rain that has just passed over moments ago. We are all fleeting like that water vapor, warmth, coolness to varying degrees. We encounter the challenges and struggles as interference when, in reality, they are but changes in shifts within our energetic field, which move or stay like a rainy or sunny day. Here, in this moment of our life's story, I find solace in unraveling the true essence of my path, a rich tapestry woven with experiences, obstacles, and moments of profound clarity.
Paving the way
Sometimes, the universe's most precious gift is when there are no obvious signs. As we navigate through life, it's important for us to learn to trust our inner compass, our intuition. It often means embracing uncertainty and stepping outside our comfort zones. Believe that within you, you have the power to build a solid foundation for designing your own path, knowing that you are supported and loved along the way. Have faith in your abilities to take bold steps forward, even when things feel unfamiliar or challenging. Remember, your future self believes in you to take the first steps, no matter how small. There is only one way to find out if it'll work, and that is to try.