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An awake heart is like a sky that pours light. ~ H

An awake heart is like a sky that pours light.
~ Hafiz

Wheee! You're invited to join my brand-new creativ

Did you know that "merry" comes from an Old German

Did you know that "merry" comes from an Old German word for "slow" or "leisurely"? ⁣
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I know! Not the vibe we typically associate with this time of year, right?⁣
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In the holiday hoopla we forget all too easily that relaxing, reminiscing, savoring moments alone or with family and friends, and simply BEING are what give us energy. ⁣
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Nature takes breaks and so can - and so should - we! ⁣
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So, as 2022 winds down, I hope you'll give yourself the gift of downtime and rest!⁣
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Perhaps like many people - me included! - you might find yourself not measuring up to your own expectations when you take stock of the year.⁣
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Remember, no matter how much you did or did not achieve in 2022, you are still worthy. Go easy on you!⁣
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Here are some affirmations that might help:⁣
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🪬 I have done enough.⁣
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🪬 I created enough.⁣
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🪬 I offered my best to this year. ⁣
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🪬 I am allowed to take time to rest.⁣
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🪬 Other people's accomplishments have no bearing on my own worth.

Who’s ready to sleigh all day?! Keeping the fo

Who’s ready to sleigh all day?!

Keeping the focus on my work as a #leadershipcoach , #experientiallearning #facilitator and my #retreatsfortheculturallycurious is what I typically do in this space…so I don’t normally share much about my #creativepractice here.

🧑‍🎄That’s about to change in 2023! I’ve got a big announcement in my next newsletter so sign up at the link in my bio to get the scoop!

For today, I’m interrupting my regular programming to invite you to @whitingmills Holiday Open Studios this weekend, December 3 & 4, 11-5pm.

🎨 original art
🎄 handmade creations
❄️ holiday cheer
🚗 free parking
🍭 food truck with tasty treats

I hope to see you there! Can’t make it in-person? I hear Santa gets around so DM me if you see something you like.

"Every day, I see something that more or less kill

"Every day, I see something that more or less kills me with delight.” ~ Mary Oliver

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#mindfulness
#mindfulmoments
#naturebrilliance
#ctcoach
#retreatyourself
#appalachiantrail
#berkshires
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#hikesforthesoul
#wanderandwonder
#gljourneys
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#GLJberkshires
#courageouscreative
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#outofoffice

I love this Tibetan saying about the power of smal

I love this Tibetan saying about the power of small commitments.

And it got me thinking about incremental ways we can deepen our connections with loved ones, make new friends, and become more than just acquaintances.

This month, how will you "take care of the minutes" in your relationships?

Here are 3 ideas:

🪬 Schedule connection time on your calendar. And then do your best to stick to your plan! (I see you, over-committers 😉 and I know you can stretch here.)

🪬 Widen your circle. Make an effort to step out of your comfort zone. Maybe you could strike up a conversation with a new neighbor? Trade jokes with your barista or the check-out person at the grocery? (Extroverts, feel free to support your introvert pals here. :-))

🪬 Start small. Even a 10-minute phone chat or a quick text exchange can make a difference in the quality of your relationships.

What about you? How and with who will you invest your connection minutes this month?

Want more ideas like these?

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