Dream and give yourself permission to envision a You that you choose to be. Joy Page
As I get back into somewhat of a rhythm every Fall, I like to envision the energy and intention I hope to bring to this new season. Kid routines, work commitments, balancing time both for my family and myself can all be stressful, but if I set my sight on what it is I want for the outcome, I usually find a way to make it happen.
Envisioning my own process in a positive way, no matter how chaotic, definitely helps me to grow in ways I never thought were possible. It’s easy to let the little things get to you or for the small stresses in a day to add up to a very big deal. However, taking a moment to just breathe, hug a friend or my kids, laugh at something mundanely ridiculous, always allows me the space to believe I can conquer any adversity that I come up upon. I first have to accept WHAT IS and then envision that at the end of the day, it’s all going to work out fine. And generally I’m surprised and things actually come together just GREAT! I had a good reminder a couple weeks ago. I was very overwhelmed and my son Julius looked at me and said “it’s all going to be okay Mom”. I said “how do you know that?”. He said “because it always does end up being okay in the end- right?” Wisdom of a 13 year old! He’s right!
While reflecting on September’s Word of the Month, “Envision” ask yourself what it is YOU need to achieve your best start to this Fall. Who do you want to show up as in your life and how do you want to be there for the people most important to you?
When you find yourself spinning in your own attempt to secure a steady and smooth rhythm, look at your glass as 80% full. Accept yourself and your efforts and believe that where you are, and that each choice you make in the moment, is exactly right. Stop to envision a different outcome if the path you are on needs to be adjusted. In the same way, you need to make small adjustments in class on your form – the same is true in your daily life.
And lastly, notice if you need additional support in making that shift by using the help of those who love you.
After all, if you believe it – it will happen. Envision the best possible scenarios during September.
The strength to live this way is inside us all. We just have to believe.
Love,
Jill