KRISTINA'S WEEKLY EMAIL OF THOUGHT-PROVOKING ESSAYS & VIDEOS TO KEEP YOU CONNECTED TO YOURSELF ON THIS JOURNEY CALLED LIFE |
Greetings!
In this week's missive I wanted to ask one simple question: How well are you taking care of yourself? And I mean that on all levels - physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
My guess is there are some areas where you are pretty good at it, other areas that could use some attention, and some where you think you are okay, but are in a little denial or have a blind spot about because you have become so accustomed to existing in a particular way you don't even realize it's unhealthy or imbalanced.
That last one's a tricky sucker no doubt, and when you finally realize how "off" you've been, it can be enlightening and even liberating. But making changes to correct or improve can feel monumental, and it requires discipline and conscious choices to, often painstakingly, be made over time. Yet when you are able to see everything as an act of self-love and self-care, it takes some of the edge off the very uncomfortable actions of doing what you know is right for yourself but might not feel so good in the moment.
The fact is that we are each responsible for our own lives, happiness and well-being, so the more we rely on external forces like our spouses/partners, friends, parents, doctors, pastors, the government etc. (or the projections of any of those onto each other!), the more frustrated, anxious and/or disappointed we become. We must remember that we have the power to change our lives for the better (which includes asking for help when we need it), and in doing so, we will suffer less, achieve more, and everyone around us will ultimately benefit.
These extraordinary and challenging times have likely highlighted some of these issues for you, so in addition to this week's related PGG, I'll be offering a Zoom talk called Self-Care in the Midst of Sea Change (two dates: 8/12 and 8/24 :) about how you can make the most of the current circumstances with new perspectives, tips and tools to take care of yourself on all levels. Click here for info and registration and please share with anyone you think might benefit <3
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Remember everyone is fighting their own battle, so be extra gentle and compassionate with yourself and others!
Big hug <3
Kristina
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Discipline is Not a Dirty Word
Originally published February 23, 2010
Whether it makes you think of Catholic school nuns, dog training, or your struggle with diet and exercise, discipline — of the mind and body — is what we are certainly witnessing when we watch the Winter Olympics. Any form of excellence requires it, and these amazing athletes show what can happen when you are singularly focused on and dedicated to a particular goal.
I admit that for most of my life, I associated the word with limitation — something negative, bad or oppressive. Over the past several years I have learned that instead, discipline is a positive attitude and approach that can actually be quite liberating. When used in the right way, it is an extreme act of self-love.
For example, realizing that I needed to stop working 24/7 and make time for activities that are fun, pleasurable and social is something I am now very conscious about. I even include going to the gym in that category! It has become a discipline of mine that has made my life a lot less stressful and much more enjoyable.
As they say, “One man’s pleasure is another man’s pain” — and I say what you may consider a pain for yourself, can often turn into a pleasure once you discipline yourself in that area and reap the benefits!
Discipline means you care so deeply about yourself that you want to improve or create balance wherever you need it. No matter what goals you are working toward, you are doing something every day to make yourself the best you can be.
But sometimes we can’t do it alone. Like those Olympic athletes, who are able to stay on that razor-edge track with the help of their coaches, think of me as one of them, guiding and supporting you to a personal Gold Medal in whatever area of life you choose!
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