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Showing posts with label energy. Show all posts
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Flip It and Switch It!
Did you know that “sol" & "stice” are Latin words that mean “sun" & "to stand still”?
Given that both the Summer Solstice and Father’s Day are on June 20th this year I would like to offer a strategy to help change the associations to this day - get moving! Don’t stand still!
Celebrate the longest day of the year with the intention of FUN!
Plan something together which is your partner or husband’s choice, fishing, biking, walking on the beach or in the woods, seeing a movie, or perhaps surprise him with an “out of the ordinary” day!
But whatever you do, shift the focus to that of creating a memory!
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Jayce's Pearls
“So be true to life by being true to your inner purpose. As you become present and thereby total in what you do, your actions become charged with spiritual power.”
Eckhart Tolle, A New Earth
In a world crammed with schedules, deadlines, timelines and utter chaos, I have learned that the way to stay focused is to be more mindful of the present moment. After all, this is the only thing we have ultimate control over. We as women play the ever changing roles of daughter, mother, wife, sister, employee, employer, etc. Although all of the roles are important to who we are and what we do, we often get lost in them rather than focus on the unique and individual moments for each of them. Women tend to continuously ask themselves what else needs to be done rather than enjoying the current task or moment at hand.
Not surprisingly, it takes complete concentration to retrain your mind to stay focused in the present moment. This is because simple tasks are interrupted by racing thoughts of the eight thousand other things that need to be done.
One suggestion would be to take one simple task and do it as if it was the only thing that needed to be done all day. When I do the dishes for example, I let the water run on my hands and enjoy the warmth, try to avoid any other thought except the dishes for the entire duration of doing them. You will find it is a true test of your ability to stay focused on the moment. If you can master this you will be on your way to becoming charged with spiritual power! I wish you well on your journey.
Peace-Jayce Hall
http://www.comfortcuisineinc.com/
Eckhart Tolle, A New Earth
In a world crammed with schedules, deadlines, timelines and utter chaos, I have learned that the way to stay focused is to be more mindful of the present moment. After all, this is the only thing we have ultimate control over. We as women play the ever changing roles of daughter, mother, wife, sister, employee, employer, etc. Although all of the roles are important to who we are and what we do, we often get lost in them rather than focus on the unique and individual moments for each of them. Women tend to continuously ask themselves what else needs to be done rather than enjoying the current task or moment at hand.
Not surprisingly, it takes complete concentration to retrain your mind to stay focused in the present moment. This is because simple tasks are interrupted by racing thoughts of the eight thousand other things that need to be done.
One suggestion would be to take one simple task and do it as if it was the only thing that needed to be done all day. When I do the dishes for example, I let the water run on my hands and enjoy the warmth, try to avoid any other thought except the dishes for the entire duration of doing them. You will find it is a true test of your ability to stay focused on the moment. If you can master this you will be on your way to becoming charged with spiritual power! I wish you well on your journey.
Peace-Jayce Hall
http://www.comfortcuisineinc.com/
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Jackie's Pearls
"No matter where the problem is, how acute it may be, or how difficult the person may be, there is in the final analysis no one to change but yourself."
-Joseph Murphy
In general, I am constantly reminding myself to be in the moment -- really, truly in the moment and to appreciate how amazing everything is. Feeling gratitude for the sweat pouring down my face when I have the luxury of being on a spinning bike, for example, or catching a glimpse of the sun on my dog's face as he runs happily off-leash in the park. Finding joy in everyday moments that really are miracles.
Jackie Herskovitz
Teak Media Communications
www.teakmedia.com
-Joseph Murphy
In general, I am constantly reminding myself to be in the moment -- really, truly in the moment and to appreciate how amazing everything is. Feeling gratitude for the sweat pouring down my face when I have the luxury of being on a spinning bike, for example, or catching a glimpse of the sun on my dog's face as he runs happily off-leash in the park. Finding joy in everyday moments that really are miracles.
Jackie Herskovitz
Teak Media Communications
www.teakmedia.com
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Melinda Gates' Pearls
An Introduction to Melinda Gates' Pearls by Kristen Magnacca
The idea and word is spreading about Her Pearls of Wisdom and I am excited about the interest and the desire to share your stories. Stories about moments of insight that you hold onto that have created strength and grace for healing. Opening up the same possibility for others.
We have reached out to women in all different life circumstances coming from a place which feels that regardless of where you are in your life, your experience matters and sagely advise brings healing and comfort.
We reached out to the list of women in the Wall Street Journal who are labeled the 50 Women to Watch. We are honored to say that we heard from Mrs. Melinda Gates, the co founder of the Gates Foundation and the wife of Bill Gates. Although she does not grant interviews or speak about her personal life, her assistant shared with us some of her speeches and information about the profound work that the Gates Foundation is currently undertaking. When reviewing the speeches, this excerpt below spoke to me and I hope you find the sagely advice that I found from Melinda Gates’ words.
"The Other Side of the Mat" (excerpt from a speech by Melinda Gates)
Making our intention of the day to realize what is it like for the person on the other side of the mat?
So when we meet people in the countries we visit, we see what we have in common with them. Like us, they have hopes for the future. They have parents who love them and children who need them. They have intellectual curiosity, and an entrepreneurial spirit, and a determination to make life better for themselves and their children.
I am especially moved by the mothers I meet. They'll invite me into their homes, and we'll sit on the floor, often on opposite sides of a small mat. I have young children myself, and I try to put myself in these women’s position. What would I do, if I were on the other side of the mat? What would I want for my children?
If I were a pregnant mother in Bangladesh, I would be desperate for a skilled attendant to help me deliver my baby safely.
If I were a young mother in India, I would want to know the facts: that breastfeeding instead of using formula is one of the best ways to save my newborn from cholera.
If I were a mother in Malawi and my daughter got sick with diarrhea, I would hope that she could get the electrolytes she needed before it was too late.
Those would be my hopes, my dreams, my wishes. But in all likelihood, they would not be the reality of my daily life.
The reality is this: Every year, more than 10 million children die before they turn five, most of them from conditions we know how to prevent or treat.
In some countries I've visited, mothers don't give their children names for weeks or even months because they don't want to start caring about them. The chances are just too high that their children will die in those first few weeks of life.
When I hear a story like that, I am jolted back to my side of the mat. How can tragedy be such an everyday occurrence?
I am appalled that children are still dying of pneumonia today—a century after rich countries figured out how to treat it effectively.
On my side of the mat, when my kids are sick, they get antibiotics. On the other side of the mat, when a child gets sick, it can be a death sentence.
I ask you to put yourself on the other side of the mat—to see that these mothers love their children just as much as you love yours.When we empathize, we realize how urgently we need to make saving the children of the world a priority for the world.
[Printed with permission of the Gates Foundation]
The idea and word is spreading about Her Pearls of Wisdom and I am excited about the interest and the desire to share your stories. Stories about moments of insight that you hold onto that have created strength and grace for healing. Opening up the same possibility for others.
We have reached out to women in all different life circumstances coming from a place which feels that regardless of where you are in your life, your experience matters and sagely advise brings healing and comfort.
We reached out to the list of women in the Wall Street Journal who are labeled the 50 Women to Watch. We are honored to say that we heard from Mrs. Melinda Gates, the co founder of the Gates Foundation and the wife of Bill Gates. Although she does not grant interviews or speak about her personal life, her assistant shared with us some of her speeches and information about the profound work that the Gates Foundation is currently undertaking. When reviewing the speeches, this excerpt below spoke to me and I hope you find the sagely advice that I found from Melinda Gates’ words.
"The Other Side of the Mat" (excerpt from a speech by Melinda Gates)
Making our intention of the day to realize what is it like for the person on the other side of the mat?
So when we meet people in the countries we visit, we see what we have in common with them. Like us, they have hopes for the future. They have parents who love them and children who need them. They have intellectual curiosity, and an entrepreneurial spirit, and a determination to make life better for themselves and their children.
I am especially moved by the mothers I meet. They'll invite me into their homes, and we'll sit on the floor, often on opposite sides of a small mat. I have young children myself, and I try to put myself in these women’s position. What would I do, if I were on the other side of the mat? What would I want for my children?
If I were a pregnant mother in Bangladesh, I would be desperate for a skilled attendant to help me deliver my baby safely.
If I were a young mother in India, I would want to know the facts: that breastfeeding instead of using formula is one of the best ways to save my newborn from cholera.
If I were a mother in Malawi and my daughter got sick with diarrhea, I would hope that she could get the electrolytes she needed before it was too late.
Those would be my hopes, my dreams, my wishes. But in all likelihood, they would not be the reality of my daily life.
The reality is this: Every year, more than 10 million children die before they turn five, most of them from conditions we know how to prevent or treat.
In some countries I've visited, mothers don't give their children names for weeks or even months because they don't want to start caring about them. The chances are just too high that their children will die in those first few weeks of life.
When I hear a story like that, I am jolted back to my side of the mat. How can tragedy be such an everyday occurrence?
I am appalled that children are still dying of pneumonia today—a century after rich countries figured out how to treat it effectively.
On my side of the mat, when my kids are sick, they get antibiotics. On the other side of the mat, when a child gets sick, it can be a death sentence.
I ask you to put yourself on the other side of the mat—to see that these mothers love their children just as much as you love yours.When we empathize, we realize how urgently we need to make saving the children of the world a priority for the world.
[Printed with permission of the Gates Foundation]
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Alison's Pearls
Alison,
Her Pearls of Wisdom....
Here are some pearls that I carry in my Day Planner...
"Natural energy is released when you enjoy what you are doing."
Deniece Schofield, author of "Confessions of an Organized Homemaker
and Confessions of a Happily Organized Family."
"A lot of parenting is stamina. Physical stamina when they are
younger and emotional stamina when they get older."
John Mattleman, Director,
Needham Youth Commission
Her Pearls of Wisdom....
Here are some pearls that I carry in my Day Planner...
"Natural energy is released when you enjoy what you are doing."
Deniece Schofield, author of "Confessions of an Organized Homemaker
and Confessions of a Happily Organized Family."
"A lot of parenting is stamina. Physical stamina when they are
younger and emotional stamina when they get older."
John Mattleman, Director,
Needham Youth Commission
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Danielle's Pearls
Danielle Lindquist,
Her Pearls of Wisdom....
"You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying about the future." ---(unknown)
“Life is filled with so many exciting twists and turns. Hop off the straight and narrow whenever you can and take the winding paths. Experience the exhilaration of the view from the edge. Because the moments spent there, that take your breath away, are what make you feel truly alive."
--Stacey Charter
"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail."
--Muriel Strode
Her Pearls of Wisdom....
"You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying about the future." ---(unknown)
“Life is filled with so many exciting twists and turns. Hop off the straight and narrow whenever you can and take the winding paths. Experience the exhilaration of the view from the edge. Because the moments spent there, that take your breath away, are what make you feel truly alive."
--Stacey Charter
"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail."
--Muriel Strode
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Shannon's Pearls
Shannon Lewis,
Her Pearls of Wisdom.....jpg)
Here is my sage advice...
"Do not waste time worrying about things that are out of your control." Invest that energy on your kids, your marriage or yourself. Worrying gives you wrinkles.
I try and live my life by this. That's why I look so young!!
Her Pearls of Wisdom....
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Here is my sage advice...
"Do not waste time worrying about things that are out of your control." Invest that energy on your kids, your marriage or yourself. Worrying gives you wrinkles.
I try and live my life by this. That's why I look so young!!
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Diana's Pearls
Diana Buono,
Her Pearls of Wisdom....
I am a happily married woman of 19 years with three loving children ranging in age from 7 to 16 years old.
My faith and love of God are the driving forces in my life and permeate all that I attempt to do to give Him glory. The foundation of which is to live by the “Golden Rule” which is, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Translated for each of my children since they were toddlers as,
“Treat other people the way you want to be treated.”
I am a Type A person with a running to do list always in my head. I've noticed that sometimes I get so caught up in my agenda of accomplishments that I plan to make for the day that I lose sight of living in the moment and being open to the non-agenda "obstacles" that are frequently placed in my path. I've come to learn that it is good to have a tentative plan for the day that is flexible enough to be open to God's will and agenda as well. The following quote from a Lenten reflection book this year really sealed my commitment to strive to live this daily:
"Life is not so much about what we accomplish but what God does in us with our consent."
I also begin my morning with the following personal prayer in the fervent hope each day that, as Ralph Waldo Emerson so beautifully stated in his poem about a measure of success being, if “even one life has breathed easier” because He chose to use me as his instrument.
Dear Lord, Please bless me with an abundance of all the gifts of the Holy Spirit that I need today to be a better daughter to you, a better wife to my husband, a better mother to my children and a better friend to my neighbor. Help me to see the world through your eyes so that I may have the proper spiritual perspective to do Your will in all situations I encounter. Please grant this through the Immaculate Heart of your mother Mary on whose intercession I continually rely for help. Amen.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Joanne's Pearls
Joanne Darcy,
Her Pearls of Wisdom….
Here's what I live by...
"Don't worry about things you have no control over". Why waste good energy worrying, if something I have no control over is going to happen, it will happen whether or not I worry about it.
JoanneDarcy
Country Fair
www.CountryFair.us
Friday, February 1, 2008
First Pearls....
I felt it only appropriate to begin "Her Pearls Of Wisdom" with a pearl from my Auntie Joann, who passed just three short weeks after the birth of my daughter Grace Sarah Rose.
She was an amazing women who seemed to be able to shed God's shining light on the darkest hours. When I first began my business at the young age of 22 years old, my family was cautiously optimistic for my success. It was my Auntie Jo who would visit me weekly and check in on how the whole new endeavor was running. She listened from the heart and filtered out the unncessary with God's Grace to help me get to the root of the issue. Then she would quickly respond with this gem:
"Don't let the turkeys get you down"....
I took it to mean to be aware of peoples' intentions and motives and don't let them drag you into their issues. I'm sure you have been in situations where you find yourself owning another person's burdens, troubles or issues that they have created within their choices. It is within this pearl that one gains a moment to reflect and verify to see if whatever is happening really is yours to take on.
In loving tribute to Joann Darcy Hewes, my aunt, friend and other mother.
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