MUSINGS AND MOTIVATION

Are you craving balance or harmony? 

Hi, Laura!

Have you ever felt like you had a million balls in the air and you are not a juggler? But, you feel like you have to be one, juggling responsibilities, relationships, housework, career, health, children's schedules and needs, and on and on?

I get it! There are a lot of things going on in our lives. Life can feel overwhelming at times.

If trying to maintain balance in your life makes you feel like a tightrope walker, you're not alone. Most of us have so many demands on our time and energy, life can feel like a three-ring circus. Take this quiz to see how well you are meeting responsibilities, while also recognizing and fulfilling personal needs and wants.

True False

[ ] [ ] 1. The only way I can successfully manage my life is to take care of myself physically and emotionally.

[ ] [ ] 2. Nurturing myself enlarges my capacity to help others.

[ ] [ ] 3. I eat healthfully and exercise regularly.

[ ] [ ] 4. I get check-ups, go to the dentist, and take preventative precautions.

[ ] [ ] 5. I set aside personal, quiet time for myself, whether I'm meditating or simply letting my thoughts drift.

[ ] [ ] 6. I experience the gifts of each season: ice skating, sledding, bundled-up beach walks; gardening, hiking, more time outside; camping, swimming, barbeques; harvesting the bounty, gathering wood, spending more time inside.

[ ] [ ] 7. Creativity nurtures me, too. I do what I love, whether that’s cooking, drawing, painting, writing, dancing, singing or another creative pursuit.

[ ] [ ] 8. Reaching out to others enriches my life. I spend quality time with family and friends.

[ ] [ ] 9. Contributing to the world provides connection and purpose, so I give my time, energy and experience where it is most useful.

[ ] [ ] 10. I notice and heed the emotional signals that tell me I'm out of balance: irritability, overwhelm, resentment.

[ ] [ ] 11. If I feel that I’m catching a cold, I realize I may have stressed my immune system with over-activity, so I stop and take care of myself.

[ ] [ ] 12. When I need or want to, I say no to requests for my time.

[ ] [ ] 13. I listen to and honor the requests my body makes for such things as a nap, a walk, green vegetables, hot soup.

[ ] [ ] 14. If I have something planned for myself, I don't just toss that aside when someone makes a request of me.

[ ] [ ] 15. I'm busy, but I find time to do the things I want to do.

[ ] [ ] 16. I'm happy. I regularly experience well-being, contentment, even joy.

If you answered false more often than true, you may want to take a look at the questions to which you answered false and see if you can incorporate something of its message into your life. For example, in number 14, if you find that you do that often, consider why you put your plans aside for someone else. Is it serving your highest good? How could you set better boundaries for yourself?

I like to use the word harmony more than balance because I think there are times when one area of our life does need more attention and energy and that is okay as long as the we feel in harmony with the other areas of our life. For example, I might choose spending more time with my children at some points in my life over building a business. As long as I feel that I have harmony and happiness with that choice, it doesn't have to be balanced. Not all areas of our lives are equally important during every season of our lives.

Give yourself grace and remember we all experience cycles in life and in our energy and capacity levels. The best way to have harmony is to know what matters most to you so you can prioritize based on your energy and true desires.

Using tools and techniques that help you prioritize your life based on your passions and what matters most to you, I can help you find harmony and happiness in every day living. If you want to know more, feel free to schedule a complimentary, no obligation, 30 minute Love Your Life consultation. 

Together, we will strategize on your next best step!

RESOURCES I THINK YOU'LL LOVE

Wonder how you can be authentic and live your purpose at your job? Crisite Ritz-King and I discussed this and more about living your passions and purpose on her podcast. Here is the link https://wonderincwellness.com/13-discovering-your-authentic-self-a-conversation-with-laura-wade/ 

Or find it anywhere you listen to podcasts. I Wonder, Getting Curious with Dr. Cristie Ritz-King. 

Cristie Ritz-King, is a Doctor of Psychology with specialties in trauma and maternal mental health. She is passionate about utilizing all the mind-body tools she has learned over the years to help women feel supported and loved as they navigate the transitions that we all go through in this wild life!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Empowering women to have the clarity, confidence and courage to create a life they love is my passion! If you or someone you know is craving harmony, happiness and feeling peaceful and fulfilled, I've got you! As your Soul to Goal Guide, I will take you on an inner journey and reflect back to you the powerful, passionate, purpose-filled woman that you are so you can experience more joy every day and navigate the challenging times with more ease.

Wondering if we are a good fit to work together? Schedule a no obligation, complimentary Love Your Life Strategy call and we will determine your next best step! Sometimes, it is a book or resource and sometimes, it is a program or coaching with me. Either way, you will have more clarity and direction once we talk. 

Schedule here: I want to know my next best step!

Stay tuned and keep opening your emails and newlsetters for an announcement coming soon! An exciting new offer is coming your way!

Your Soul to Goal Guide,

Laura

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