While it is not easy to admit, the thing that keeps most of us on that proverbial hamster wheel, living a life that does not feel aligned with who we KNOW, in our heart of hearts, we were created to be, is FEAR.

When we deny ourselves the gift that is the giggle, we deny ourselves the great joys of living life to the fullest.

As you (re)connect to your heart, it is not about doing it perfectly or in a specific way, it is about letting the Universe know that you are open and ready as everything else falls into place.

When we give ourselves permission to live authentically, we break barriers and clear our path to freedom and growth. We break barriers that once stood in the way of our individual purpose.  

As you move through this day, and every day, set the intention to create a moment (or 10) for quiet. Even if you only have a couple of minutes at a time to spare, doing so is an act of self-care that will help you GET and STAY connected to your authentic voice.

When we work to avoid criticism, we also work to avoid opportunities to learn and grow in ways that allow us to truly experience the fullness of life.

While there is NOTHING wrong with wanting MORE of life’s tangible goodies, have you ever thought deeply about the WHY behind those desires?

While it may be nice to have a home that looks like it came right off the HGTV site, what is most important about your space is how it makes you FEEL.

Instead of always considering the thoughts, feelings and reactions of others, what if you decided to repeat to yourself, “I Think This just might work!”

As you think about your life and the Growth you desire, ask yourself where you need to show more Consistency and what places and spaces would benefit from more Accountability.

Have you ever had one of those weeks where you went to sleep on Sunday night and somehow woke up on Thursday morning? This can make the best of us feel CRAY-ZEE! Let’s talk about finding the CALM.

At the end of the day, I was not being asked about the television shows I watch, the dance challenges I get lost in or other ways I decompress from the day. I was being asked if it’s possible to find the balance between mindless strolls through the aisles of Target and deep exploration into how we think and feel.

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to love yourself REALLY badly?

When it seems like NOTHING is coming from our effort, it can be easy to give up on ourselves. But what if NOTHING is really an opportunity for MORE.

Instead of waiting for the right time or place to give yourself with a small token of love, appreciation, support or gratitude, why not choose now to say, “Hey! You are worthy!”

Reminder: No matter what anyone else is going through, your experiences matter and deserve to be acknowledged.

When we have a a vision for what we want, it can be challenging to release the inclination to control the process. But release we MUST!

The best bet often feels like that one that prevents the potential for disappointment, failure and the like.

But the truth is that when we let ourselves off the proverbial hook and choose to go with avoiding uncomfortable experiences, we are choosing what is safe, NOT what is BEST.

Looking back, I am both grateful for the time I was able to give to my mother and the lessons I have embraced (YEARS LATER) as a result of those last months of her life. And I know she would be proud of the woman who stands today, strong enough to know better so she can do better.

REST, to me, is about giving ourselves permission to honor who and where we are, to lean into an ease that then allows us to be both connected to self and healthily productive. 

REST does not have to be a night away. It simply has to be time WITH…YOU.