Now, the schedule:
To schedule is to commit. Once it is down on paper, or in your electronic calendar it is marked as half done. It is marked as final, and important. Schedule your ME time, your massages, other body therapies, all your social, and even your shopping. That way you do not end up overbooking, ditching yourself first. If you are going to attend a party, schedule to bring your own food if that is required to stay on your diet plan. Schedule your meditations, your walks, your shopping. You will be amazed at how much extra time you will discover. Valuable time to stay in the now, to play and rest. Two very valuable tools for healing. Allowing rest and play.
- During rest, we are able to listen within.
- During rest, we regenerate.
- During play, we are allowing creativity and our passions to come forth. Strong driving forces in health on all levels.
- During play, we are more present, in the now moment.
Attracting health is an inside job, and it requires for you to stay focused and true. Walk your talk. The simple tasks this day are powerful beyond. Why? Because you are holding the power of intent close.
The power of intent:
When you are planning your day and week, you are holding an intent. It is a focus, an energy that is allowing your desires to come in. Like a whisper, you are saying:” Hey, this way, I am right here”. By writing down your goal, making your vision board, scheduling it all, budgeting, you are simply ordering that which you want. You are opening the door to more that will lead you in the right direction. Schedule boldly your future plans. The trip you always wanted, or the creations you will make. See it in your life, and most importantly NEVER doubt that you will achieve it. That you will attract it.
Upgrade your powers:
Give yourself a reason to bloom and prosper through recognizing where you are and why. Gift yourself with the space you need to do what you have to do to get the life that you deserve. The past is what it is, the now is in your hands, and the future is a result of this very moment. Of every moment. Start by conditioning yourself for success through realizing that you hold the power. Don’t look back unless you are going that way and realize that every person you meet is your teacher. Like every experience is, every encounter is also. Use it to grow, not to blame. Instead of looking for faults and shortcomings, look for opportunities and growth. Look for smiles, and you will recognize them everywhere.
Practice #4: De-clutter.
You will be amazed at how clutter can come between you and a clear and focused mind. It`s like a sour tone, an itch. The energy that sucks energy. Clutter is also an energy of not being grateful or allowing more to come in. Where would we put it? When I say simplify, I mean simplify. When I say de-clutter, I mean just that. Not in one area of your life, but in all of them. Time to free some space on that life-hard drive. Time to dust off that old energy not needed, to make room for the new.
Everything we draw into our lives, be it a physical thing, a thought or a person, we are storing it, carrying it and being affected by the meaning we have given it. Our old beliefs might tell us that giving something away when we no longer need it, is not a good thing. We might need it later. There might be famine, we might end up in lack, therefore holding on, storing and cluttering our space is natural. It is needed. It is safety. It is our burden to carry. We are owned, by things.
Whenever you are battling between your emotions and your mind, your schedule and your time, you are held hostage by your own clutter.
Let`s look at some signs that you are full of shit, or that your spaces are. Clutter is a sign of congestion, obstruction, and stress. Outside chaos is a reflection of the inner status. The perfect motivator for action, and a great tool for stepping up to the true freedom. The key to decluttering is to simplify and organize.
De-clutter your mind to attract more HEALTH.
Everything starts with a thought, so let`s start by making space for some new ones. The mind is the root of all clutter. It has helped you create everything you see and live. It has been your best friend in all crimes, the good the bad and the ugly. Now, let`s put it to work, to declutter your whole life. Step by step, freeing you from unwanted and unneeded life-sucking energy and burdens.
First of all, you need to monitor your thoughts.
What are you thinking? Look around. Everything is a reflection of your inner terrain, both mentally and emotionally. Be mindful of your thoughts. Be observant of how you respond to situations and your own beliefs. You can only hold one thought at the time, so remember that a negative, or un-serving thought is occupying the space of a serving one. The subconscious mind, constantly bragging away its mostly false beliefs, paired with your mental conscious blabbering, will create a clutter that can drive anybody off balance. Often referred to as the monkey brain, it goes on and one, like a non-stop train. Not leaving room for anything that the ongoing internal dialog. It might feel like a trap, or you might not even be aware that it is occupying your space. Not until you become more mindful and are able to observe your own thought and emotions.
The less you think, the more room is left for experiencing a new awareness. Feel, smell, hear and see more.
Today is de-clutter day:
- Observe and look around you. If you see something no longer needed, or that is simply lying around, tidy up, throw it away, sell it or donate it to someone.
- Mind your thoughts and replace any non-empowering ones with empowering visions. Remember to put your feelings into it. Embrace the new.
- Use your scheduling skills to plan how to get rid of any excess baggage you are carrying.
- Celebrate the less is more principle. Stretch when de-cluttering. Let go of more rather than less.
A great practice is to start throwing out three things every single day. It can be any small item like a pen that is no longer working, or single lost socks. You can find stuff lying around or go search in an old draw. It will keep you in the constant decluttering mode, and it will keep things from piling up. Clear your calendar every now and then and put in “me” days. That way you will keep it from filling to the rind. Clear your desk every day, and make sure everything you won has its own space. Be diligent and persistence. It goes such a long way. All great achievements require that magical combo. Together with pure intent and the right mindset, you are set for success.
“When space is cleared, and disturbing noises are stilled, expansion and growth have a place to thrive.”
–Hilde Larsen
Step #5: Find support.
This is a valuable lesson to learn when achieving anything. Being accountable to YOU is the ultimate goal, but sometimes we need some support along the way. Once you have your WHY clear, your goal, your vision you’re your schedule clear, tell someone. Today, tell a trusted positive loving friend or partner what you need from them for support.
Join a group of like-minded people for un going cheering. Spend time amongst like-minded brothers and sisters. Having someone in your corner is important. It can be life-saving, but I want to tell you this. YOU are and will always be your own best support. You are the only one you have been waiting for. To make the choices, the decisions, to be YOUR cheerleader.
YOU need to become the leader:
No one else is going to experience the effect of your choices. You hire, you fire. You make the bed, you lay in it. Cause and effect.
There is true empowerment in knowing that nothing but yourself is needed to step out and up to living your optimal life experience. There is true freedom in knowing there is nothing outside of yourself that can have real control over any part of your life. To come to this realization will set the stage for the rest of your life, as every evolvement and growth starts with the acknowledgment of self-responsibility. Allowing is saying YES to support and focus, and NO to anything that doesn`t feel good.
Lead by example:
In the process of allowing and attracting amazing health, the focus is YOU as the leader of YOU. Being the example for your every cell. For your habits and thoughts. It all starts with your love for self. How freely do you love yourself? Your life will show you. Health requires a free flow of energy, and any obstruction will slow you down. What is an obstruction? Un-forgiveness, anger, fear, resistance and any belief that you are not magnificently good enough and worthy of optimal health. We are all leaders, of our cells and the effect of our actions and thoughts. Find an alley today.
Find YOU. Work the love muscle!
Step #6: Be of service.
Being of service is like tuning in to the frequency of love and happiness. How can I serve? Now how can I please, expect something back or how can I help to feel better? Being of service simply means being open to having a higher purpose. To be a vehicle of love and compassion. Attracting abundance and health is a free flow of your intentions, your focus, your actions and your emotions. Being of service opens our hearts and lets go of the clutter that is keeping us focused on what we do NOT want.
Today, revisit your journal and make two lists:
- Write down everything that you do for others, a good cause, a charity or organization. What are you getting back? Notice how you feel when writing this. What about siblings, a partner? What do you do for them? Is it fair, are they treating you the same way? Look for resistance.
- Write down what you would love to do for others. What you are compassionate about contributing to this world. It doesn`t have to be anything fancy. On the contrary, simple is huge. A smile, a listening heart, a hug. It can be anything, but it MUST come from your heart.
Analyze:
- Are you giving from your heart or your mind?
- Are you serving and giving in joy or from feeling obligated?
- Do you feel you give too much and receive too little?
The power of this practice lies in the realization that only that from the heart brings healing to the soul. Attracting HEALTH comes from giving that which represents true love and abundance. We are all unique and all have amazing things to offer to this world. Schedule one task every week that allows you to be or service. Allowing spirit to work through you.
Practice #7: Write your life manifesto.
Write your own life manifesto: (Link to my manifesto article)
This is a practice that will change your entire life. The process in itself is revealing, freeing and has a great learning curve. I recommend you write it on your computer. That way you can edit it and add to it as your life unfolds. It is work in progress, and a wonderful way to keep yourself on track. That being said; if you are willing to take the time of writing it with pen and paper, nothing is more powerful. The mind is even more receptive to the words when they are strengthened by the signals from the physical writing.
I am a strong believer in pen and paper, however, sometimes it is not the most practical. You choose. Read it as often as you like. Some read it every day, some looks at it every week, or every month. There is no right or wrong. It is your document, and only you can decide what you want it to compose of, how long it should be, or how many topics it should include.
I suggest you read it every day for 30 days, as that is how long it takes to change a habit.
Some like to make sure everything is included, in detail, and some simply want some easy to read sentences that represent their future life and values. The most important step is to actually write one. To get started.
Keep it simple and clean. The intent is the most important, not the fancy words. Use words that give meaning to you. Find a quiet place, breathe deeply, and tap into your own quiet place. Write when you are in a good and hopeful place. Use positive words and phrases. This will be an uplifting document, made for you to further grow and manifest your dreams and values. It declares your vision. It lets you tap into your dreams. Once you have written down the intent, you can always go back and take a second and a third look later. Poor it from your heart and try to bypass the brain. What is it really that you want this declaration of how you will live your life to read back at you. This is private if you so wish, and no one but you have to read it. Be direct and authentic.
I hope you have fun with these practices, and that they open the doorway to your amazing healthy life. Through changing your mindset and focus, you will change your physiology. Through empowering your mindset and outlook, you will love yourself deeper and embrace a healthier way of eating, living and focusing.
See you on the healthy side!
