Love Mondays

Putting yourself first for once ... for one whole week.

I think it’s true that many of us jump to look after others and put ourselves last on the list for self care. It took me a long time to feel the difference between self care and selfishness, but that point of view really made me see what I was doing to myself in a split second.

Humans are innovators, and we've been finding really creative ways of being a community in the current circumstances. Finding ways to be together and pull together is important for us all to feel that human connection. 

In this episode I talk about a time when people pulled around me when I wasn't expecting it, which inspired me to write a song that became the title track of my last studio album. I also read an extract from my book The Stories Behind The Songs featuring the song. 

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Chris joins us this week to share his experiences about exploring meditation. How he got into it, how he found trying out for the first few times, advice for how to get started if you're interested, and what he has got out of it as an ordinary person juggling the stresses and strains of every day life. 

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I believe that most people want to be kind and be the recipients of kindness. This week I ruminate on this difficulties that lie within, especially during a crisis, and offer thoughts for how we can reflect on this moving forward. 

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This week I have been reflecting on how fear has taken seat differently in people. It seems to be one of those emotions that we have less control over, which got me thinking. I know I’m lucky in as much that I am not afraid of the virus per se, and I feel that my loved ones are in a position to be able to take the necessary steps to remain well. Some may call me naive and they may be right, but I am lucky in that I am not afraid. I find myself feeling great empathy for those that do, and wanting to offer some words of comfort.

In searching for wiser words than mine, I have found offerings from these souls who’s skill is to comfort people. This week I offer you reflections on fear from Maya Angelou, Nelson Mandela, The Buddha, Joni Mitchell and Eleanor Roosevelt.

Stay safe

I have spoken to a lot of frightened people over the last few weeks. I want you to know I have heard you and recognise that lots of people are afraid. I don't think it's fair to glibly tell you not to worry about it. In this episode I'm reflecting on the current situation, but also what it means to be brave in the larger picture. 

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Lots of love to all!

Dx