I wish for all of you the meaning and fun that I have experienced these past few months in creating our upcoming “Meditation, Mindfulness and More” online class.
 
Two wonderful colleagues and I have been meeting on zoom to create this class, and it has been an effort and a joy at the same time. 
 
Being creative and working towards something that allows you to share your gifts (whatever they are) with others, can be a tremendous source of meaning in your life!
 
Brainstorm some fun ways you can share yourself and your gifts (if you need help uncovering them- let me know) with others and then go on – MAKE IT HAPPEN!
 
If you would like to learn more about the one day online “Meditation, Mindfulness and More” class- (Monday, July 17 from 7-8:30 pm) please feel free to reach out for details.

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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I am pretty much a creature of habit. I do my morning exercise, I eat the same breakfast every day, I meditate, I work with my clients and when I am not- I usually find myself doing something else that I feel is  productive. Whatever it may be- organizing closets and drawers (paring down and simplifying), gardening, finding ways to inspire people… the list goes on) however….
 
Research has shown that "Idleness is not just a vacation, an indulgence or a vice; it is as indispensable to the brain as vitamin D is to the body, and deprived of it we suffer a mental affliction as disfiguring as rickets." 
 
To be at our most productive we need to give ourselves time to just be!  We often feel as though we are wasting our time if we aren’t doing anything.
 
Downtime is a chance for the brain to make sense of what it has recently learned, to look at and go inward and get to know ourselves in a deeper and more meaningful way than just being busy with activity after activity. 
 
Look at your calendar. Carve out a day (maybe Sunday), or ½ a day or even 3 hours with absolutely NOTHING to do. Does that make you a little uneasy? Good- That’s all the more reason you need it! Try it- see how you feel!  

 To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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I had an amazing experience this morning while watering the flowers that I recently planted. As I watered them, I noticed that as I poured the water into the pots, the flowers opened and it’s as if they said: “thank you.”  

Now, I’ve had that experience before, where the plants open up when receiving water, but this was as though they were really grateful and talking to me.

I am telling you this, because it wasn’t just that. Then I heard the birds, I felt the breeze, and even my neighbor’s dog barking was a welcome sound.

This may sound a little woo woo to you but trust me - I call myself an open skeptic. I’m very grounded. The reason I share this is because I KNOW all this happened as a result of my gratitude and meditation practices. 

If there is one thing I wholeheartedly recommend, it is to develop your own meditation practice. Meditation isn’t hard- making the time is.

We will be leading an online class (date TBD) to help you learn a few basics and get you started or back into it. Stay tuned …. And STAY TUNED!!!!! XO
 
To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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There is probably a common thread among the things that “trigger you.”  You most likely get angry or fearful or feel overwhelmed by the same types of situations over, and over again.
 
It’s time to take CHARGE! 
 
This week – take a step back when you feel angry, anxious, or sad about something. Take note of what it is- notice what you are actually “saying” to yourself about it….. and…. if there is any control you actually have over the situation.

If there is something you can do to mitigate it and you choose to- then DO it! (Remember to ask yourself- “Where would I be without this thought?”) If not– you guessed it- “LET IT GO”! The more you practice – the easier it becomes! 
 
Become aware of when it happens again. These are your OPPORTUNITIES to learn and grow as a person.

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Having a meditation practice is like going to your very own special place. It’s like experiencing a peaceful (sometimes- not so peaceful- but no judgment allowed) space in your mind. 
 
You have access to this home inside of you- 24/7, 365 days a year and it’s FREE!!!!
 
Meditation isn’t hard- the hardest part is making the time. The benefits of living a less frenzied, more balanced and more joyful life far outweigh the time you need to spend.
 
If you want to learn more- reach out- I’m here to help guide you on creating your very own vacation spot in your mind!!!!!!!!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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According to Buddhist tradition the main cause of human “suffering” is either attachment or aversion. In other words, clinging or pushing away. 
 
This is not an easy thing to manage as we all live with preferences. It is natural. We over value things we are attached to, and often dismiss things or people to which we are averse.However, our tendency to do this keeps us from seeing things as they really are. 
 
It is important to recognize the extent that we let these desires or dislikes influence our words, mood and actions.
 
This week just become aware of your preferences and try to be more like the tree allowing the birds to come and go!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself. If there is someone in your life that you have negative feelings or a grudge against- offering them forgiveness (that doesn’t mean acceptance of their behavior) is actually an act of kindness toward yourself.

Bearing that burden of anger, disgust or hatred can be damaging to your life.

They don’t even have to know (if you choose not to share) that you are forgiving them. You decide for you- and then it’s time to let it go. For you!!!!!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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We all experience these things we call "coincidences." I really believe they are gifts and that synchronicity is a powerful ‘wink’ from the Universe telling us that yes, we’re on the right track.

It could be a call from someone that you're thinking about, an unexpected sale on that item you've been eyeing for a while or even looking at the clock and seeing repeated numbers like 11:11, 2:22, 3:33 etc. We are shown so many gifts all the time, but we are often too busy to notice. 

This week become more aware of your opportunities to feel connected to the universe 1) Slow down and pay attention to the "gifts" you are given 2) Express your gratitude as you would for any other gift!! HAPPY MONDAY!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Just like any device you have – when it gets overloaded it needs to be unplugged and plugged back in for a reboot. We are the same- we all need to unplug and allow ourselves to reboot, refresh and recharge. This week make sure to give yourself some “unplug time” so that you too can feel refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to roll! 

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Don't let anyone or anything kill your spirit.  Hold on to yourself and remember that you've dealt with adversity before and have gotten past it.  Keep in mind that the situation you may be facing will not last forever.

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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I will never forget the first time that I heard the
"Serenity Prayer." I loved the idea of actually living it.

I try to distinguish between things that are in or out of my control. If there is something that I can do, I do my best to do it, If not I consciously work on letting it go. That helps bring me the peace and serenity that I am looking for. 
 
This week….Make a post it or print out the prayer and remind yourself when you are feeling upset to ask for……... the serenity to accept the things you can’t change, the courage to change what you can and the wisdom to know the difference and then LET IT GO!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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The more you count your blessings.... the more blessings you have to count.  Every evening think of 3 things that you are grateful for and share them with someone.  No matter how small - everything counts!!!!!!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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