Visioning Instead of Resolving….and a deadline
Dear Perfect Reader:
“I was reminded of the powerful connection that resulted from taking the time to get grounded. It was a powerful experience taking the day to retreat from the business of life. I left feeling relaxed from the yoga, rejuvenated from the meditation and really connected to my inner voice.” – Bev
“Thanks so much for the wonderful retreat on Saturday. It was a most-needed pause for me to recharge my batteries mid-winter. I’m definitely feeling lighter ever since.
It was a positive experience that made me slow down, look within myself and embrace my personal time. It reminded me to take a few moments to look within and reconnect with my breath when life gets hectic. I would recommend it to my friends, especially those who are interested in a path of personal discovery.” – Andrea
Just a couple of comments from past retreat participants. The winter Way of the Happy Woman retreat is coming up at the end of January and there are still spaces left for you! Scroll down for dates and times or click here for more information and to register. Remember, the early deadline is just a few days away on Friday January 5th! I would be delighted to have you join me.
Visioning Instead of Resolving
Please stop.
Please stop right now….
Stop thinking of everything you didn’t do in 2017, of all the ways you didn’t measure up, of all the ways life will be different in 2018.
Please, please don’t start this year by beating yourself up with New Years resolutions. I believe New Years resolutions are just subtle ways to put yourself down. And when you can’t keep those resolutions (which most of us can’t) you will feel even worse. Most resolutions imply that you weren’t enough last year and so this year you need to move heaven and earth to be enough.
You are enough.
You worked enough, you learned enough, you loved enough, you moved your body enough, you watched your diet enough….
You. Are. Enough.
Besides, January in the northern hemisphere is not the time for making big plans, taking bold actions and forcing yourself to the gym at 6:00 am every morning. January is the time for resting, recovery and reflection. It’s also a time for visioning. Your body, heart and spirit need time to rest and to digest the year that has passed – all the actions and experiences, the loves and the losses.
Consider another way this year. Give yourself a break. Reflect on the year and make a note of all the times when you were amazing. Then get your blanket and favorite beverage and (after your nap ??) let yourself dream and vision for your new year. Give yourself the month to allow for inspiration and guidance from your inner wise self – let your true desires and longings make themselves known to you. Then follow those desires. Chances are, you’ll still be doing that by this time next year!
I feel like this is the way for all of us to have a Happy New Year but feel free to hit reply and let me know what you think! Do you make resolutions? Do you keep them? Do they motivate you or would you like to try another way?
Love,
The Way of the Happy Woman Winter Self-Care Retreat!
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When we women slow down and attune to our bodies (and the cycles of nature), we become more vital, creative, and powerful. If you’re longing to learn how to hear your inner wisdom and desires, please join me for a very special one day self-care retreat for women!
Together, we’ll create a sacred container for quiet contemplation and creative group practices. Nourish yourself with women’s yoga, insight meditation, seasonal self-care secrets, intuitive journaling, and more. It’s all based on The Way of the Happy Woman: Sara Avant Stover’s acclaimed book, practice collection, and global community. |
It’s happening in Lorette, Manitoba at Light of the Prairies Retreat Centre on January 27, 2018. And when you register by January 5, 2018 there’s a sweet discount.
Click here for details & registration. I hope to see you there!
Saturday January 27, 2018
9:30 am – 5:15 pm
Light of the Prairies Retreat Center
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