I love the saying “What others think of you is none of your business.” 

It makes a lot of sense. Don’t let the opinions of others affect you. I know it’s easier said than done, but like so much of what I share- it’s a practice. It's a reminder to be yourself in all situations and to focus on living your life. 

When you base your thoughts and actions on what others may be thinking, you give away a lot of power and you put tremendous pressure on yourself!   

This week, notice when you are focusing on what you think others are thinking of you. Practice saying to yourself “NONE OF MY BUSINESS.”

                            YOU DO YOU!!!!!!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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If you have to force it- it’s not right. 
 
My ears perked up when my yoga teacher recently said…“It should be natural- if it’s not- go only as far as is natural.”
 
I loved that. While she was obviously referring to getting into yoga poses, I related it to real life. 
 
We all know what it's like to push for something; a relationship, an answer, even trying to make clothing fit right. Do what you can (have that difficult conversation, practice patience, go to the tailor) but eventually, if it still isn’t right, it ISN’T right. 
 
Don’t try to force things; let them flow. 

This week- pay attention to when you are striving for something to work – that just isn’t. Practice- letting go. You will feel SO much better!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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PS - Stay tuned for info on my ~ (Zoom) Spiritual Wellness Bookclub 📗 💫  

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I was recently asked “What does real happiness mean to me?” The first thing that came to my mind was the ability to derive joy from the littlest to the biggest moments in our lives. 
 
I personally have had some very special milestones occur recently. My son got married, my boyfriend’s son had a healthy beautiful baby girl, and my precious granddaughter had her naming ceremony and first birthday.  
 
Clearly these are VERY big events and have brought SO much joy to our lives. However, in doing the “work” and practicing the tools I share – I also celebrate the little moments a lot! 
 
I savor my delicious cup of four sigmatic coffee every morning, I am soaking up these glorious fall days, I appreciate getting into a comfy bed after a nice warm bath, etc., …. you get it.
 
This week, up your gratitude practice and pay extra attention to the little things that make you feel good. 
 
To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Here’s a technique from my book, “The Recipe For Real Happiness,” that people have told me has helped them a lot. 
 
Remember the last time you felt upset. Try to relive the experience. Close your eyes and notice what you are feeling in your body, especially your neck, shoulders, maybe your heart beats a little faster or your palms get sweaty. 
 
Label what you are feeling: I feel angry; I feel confused; I feel dismissed.
 
Putting words to your feelings can give you some distance from the emotion. The next time you are feeling angry, sad anxious or any strong negative emotion label your feelings. “I feel _______.”  This allows you to feel more separate from the emotion and to respond intentionally, rather than reacting automatically and unconsciously. 

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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There is a direct connection between living in an organized home environment and your mental health.

Sometimes the actual act of cleaning and decluttering can boost your mood, improve focus, and (believe it or not) enable you to feel more in control of your life!

Evidence suggests that having a messy, cluttered environment can create stress and anxiety and are often linked to negative emotions like confusion, tension, and irritability.

An organized home produces more positive emotions like calmness and a sense of well-being. The simple sight of a clean and organized home can often help people unwind and de-stress even after an overwhelming day.

Commit to doing one thing around your house or apartment each day. Before you know it, your environment will be much cleaner and less stressful.

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Feel the earth. 
 
Letting your bare feet touch the earth has tremendous beneficial effects on the mind and body. It can increase immunity, reduce stress and inflammation, lower blood pressure, promote better sleep. And…..improve your mood! 
 
The next time you can - take off your shoes and let your feet feel the earth beneath them. Enjoy!!!!!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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The people that are the most attractive and beautiful are the ones who are the most comfortable and accepting of themselves. 

It’s an energy that you can almost feel. Their beauty shines from within. They aren’t judgmental or critical of others or themselves. 

It is most important to be connected to your true self. To love and accept your strengths, imperfections and ALL of you! 

This week practice walking by the mirror and say something positive to your beautiful self!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” ~ Muhammad Ali
 
Stop worrying about yourself. Do something for someone else. Help someone succeed. Many studies have shown that the more people volunteered to help others, the happier and healthier they were. Yes, even healthier… 
 
Find a way to do something for someone else every day. If you really want to add more joy to your life, give even more of yourself in a volunteer position.  
 
There are so many ways of being of service… Maybe you’ve got a special talent, or you could mentor students at your local community college or local university. Perhaps you could volunteer for a troubled youth program. For others, maybe it’s being involved in something within their religious community. How about joining the local organic farm doing some work there? It’s about volunteering in a way that honors you.
 
Make a list of the ways you could possibly help others. Then find a way to do it. Pay your rent- the universe will reward you!

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Your thoughts can make you feel stuck. 

Sometimes we create our own constructs of the way things “should” be done.  

For example: we often believe that traveling is always stressful or that our clothes must be perfectly pressed or even that we are “supposed” to be in a relationship.  

We put so much pressure on ourselves by many beliefs that we have adopted for various reasons. 

YOU choose. Traveling doesn’t have to be stressful, your clothes don’t have to be perfect, and maybe you need a relationship with yourself. 

This week just notice your thoughts. Are they holding you back from feeling inner peace and joy?  You CAN choose!!!! 

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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It’s human nature to have preferences and to want things to be a certain way.  However, when we cling to our desires it can cause stress, upset, disappointment, and maybe even anger.  

This week… notice when you feel upset if something doesn't go the way you expected.  Practice using your mental flexibility and be open to other possibilities.  Trust that the universe has your back! 

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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Enjoy what you have! 
 
We often feel that if we have something we love (as much as you can love a material, inanimate object) - for example a pair of socks, a candle, a t-shirt…, that we need to get more.  
 
Well, sometimes that’s true, but oftentimes it can come from a feeling of “lack”.  
 
This week, just notice when your mind goes to “I need more this or I need more that”, then evaluate if you really do.  Maybe you have enough!!!! 
 
To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.
 
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Your life is made up of the sum of all of your choices, as well as circumstances beyond your control. 
 
When you look at any adversity or challenge that you may have experienced or, will experience- and you consider it to be happening “for you“ as opposed to “to you”, you can see it as something that you can learn from.
 
Difficult times can distract us, or difficult times can develop us. We have the power to choose.

To learn more about the ingredients for happiness, you can purchase my book: The Recipe for Real Happiness, on Amazon!!! Click here.

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