Re-Enchant Your Life

Today you're being reminded that you do make a difference.

It's easy to feel overwhelmed when you are faced with challenges in your own life.

It's even easier to think you can't make a difference when you look further afield and look at what's going on around you, in your own community, your country and the world.

Yet even the smallest actions can make a difference.

You will never know how many people, and the choices they then go on to make, are impacted by the ripples of your actions.

A smile, a kind word, genuine interest in someone, a warm gesture, a favour.

A donation in time, action or resources, or amplifying someone else's effort.

Speaking your truth even if your knees are knocking with nerves.

Standing up for, or with, another.

You never know who you will inspire to do the same.

Even when you know that you can't possibly save the world, although I wouldn't want to limit you!, you can, and you do, make a difference.

And when everyone makes even the smallest of differences, you not only change lives, the ripple effects of those actions can, and will, change the world.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you recognise your own significance.

SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to do something that will impact the life of another.

Maybe you can offer some support to a friend, surprise someone with a thoughtful gesture, a hand-written card.

Donate to your favourite charity, amplify a voice or the work of someone you believe in.

The size of your action is less important than your intention to spread your support in the world.

Pause, and take a breath. As you allow yourself to feel the significance of your actions.

Today's Affirmation:

"My actions matter, and I use them with clear focus"

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Today you're being reminded to speak with intention.

To be able to speak freely is not a right every person has.

It's powerful to speak your truth. Yet we live in a world, where doing so can result in harm.

If you can speak your truth, without fear of harm or serious consequences, stand tall and speak to people from your heart, from your deepest truth.

Speak up.

Speak up about what you believe in.

Make it clear about what you support and what you will no longer tolerate.

Create a safe space for other people to use their voice too, in using yours you will inspire others to do the same.

Always ensuring that you give as much value to listening.

You can heal yourself and others through conscious communication.

This isn't a time to step back, to hide or quieten your voice.

This is a time that needs people to step forward and share their voice, their power and their truth from their heart.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you tap into the full power of your voice.

SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to use your voice to uplift yourself and others.

Speak your truth.

If there is someone you admire, be sure to tell them.

When someone completes and achieves something, congratulate them.

If you see an injustice, use your voice to speak out.

Push yourself out of your comfort zone and use your voice as a tool to heal, bring change and ultimately bring more freedom to your life.

Sing, shout, yodel, whisper, play with the power and creative force of your voice.

Pause, and take a breath. As you allow yourself to free your voice.

Today's Affirmation:

"I allow myself to use the power of my voice"

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Today you're being reminded to say 'yes' to yourself and start something new.

Begin a project, start a new hobby, nurture a talent or skill, claim a desired dream, express a different side of yourself.

What have you been thinking about, mulling over and working on for ages?

What thoughts or ideas won't leave you alone and keep coming back to you?

What have you been daydreaming about?

What is ready to be expressed in the world?

It's time to say 'yes' to yourself.

It's time to take action.

It's time to get out of your head and into your life.

You've been nurturing and caring for these projects, dreams and desires, it's now time to birth them into the world.

Share them with the world and let them soar.

Let yourself be filled with the fullness of your highest expression, as you share this dynamic energy with the world.

Whatever you've been putting off, now is the time to start.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you allow yourself to say 'yes' to yourself and your dreams.

SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to say 'yes' and to start.

Take action on that thing that you've always wanted to do, but have been postponing, or waiting for the right time.

Now is the right time.

Take action towards it.

You might be able to do it alone, or you might need to enrol some help or support.

Do what you need to do, but make a start.

Pause, and take a breath. As you give yourself permission to start.

Today's Affirmation:

"I wholeheartedly say 'YES' to myself"

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Today you are being reminded to listen to the needs of your body.

Your body is constantly communicating with you.

Sometimes this is obvious.

You feel thirsty, so you know to drink water.

You feel hungry, so you eat.

You feel tired so you rest.

Sometimes it's less obvious.

You reach out for something, but before you touch it even though you can't see it, you can sense that it's hot, so you don't grab it.

However, we've become so disconnected from our bodies, and taught not to trust them, told their signals are an inconvenience, that the messages have started to become lost in translation.

For example, often when you feel hungry, you're actually thirsty.

So, if these really obvious and tangible signs are being confused, is it any wonder that these subtler signs get ignored or dismissed.

That twinge you feel when you are making a choice, the slight contraction or expansion when you meet a new person.

The throb of your hip, an ache in your joint,

A quiet knowing, a subtle whisper.

Can you tell the difference between a symbolic message from your body or a literal cry for help?

Do you know when your body is communicating or trying to get your attention?

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you pay attention to your body.

Today's SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to listen to your body.

Your body is incredible.

All of the things she does each day without you even being aware is phenomenal.

So today, pay attention to her intelligence.

Sit quietly and feel into your body.

Notice any aches or pains.

Where is she taking your attention?

Ask her what she needs from you, ask the areas of discomfort what message they have for you.

You may be surprised at the answers.

Keep the conversation going over the next couple of weeks and record your insights, see what patterns are emerging.

Sometimes we have to make a conscious choice to be with ourselves, especially as the world can appear to get busier and noisier, but when we call back our power from the distractions around us, tune into the wisdom and messages from our body, it's amazing the clarity and insight you can receive.

Pause, and take a breath. As you give your body the chance to communicate with you.

Today's Affirmation:

"I trust the intelligence of my body"

https://rebeccaanuwen.com/listen-to-the-needs-of-your-body

Today you're being reminded to deeply nourish your physical body.

There can be many reasons that women disconnect from their physical bodies.

Thinking that they're not good enough as they don't meet the certain criteria of someone else's idea of beauty.

Unhealed physical or emotional abuse that shuts them away from truly feeling or even being present in their own body, as it's too painful.

Illness and pain that can lead to frustration and anger towards the physical body.

And many, many more reasons.

Yet, when was the last time that you asked your body what it needs, as in really needs, and not just what you think you should do for your body.

Have you ever considered if and when you nourish your body, and when you punish your body too?

Are you comfortable with trusting your body?

Do you feel safe in your body?

How would your experience of life be if you trusted, loved and nurtured your own body?

If you accepted your body just as it is right now in this very moment.

If you nourished it deeply by giving it what it needs to thrive to the best of its ability.

How would your relationship with yourself and others change if you cherished yourself, treated yourself and made time for yourself the way you would your best friend or loved one?

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you connect to your physical body.

Today's SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to make time for yourself to connect with and nourish your physical body.

Look in the mirror and notice how you talk about yourself.

How could you be more loving and kind to yourself?

Massage your own hands, legs or feet and notice how you feel as your touch your own body?

Is it comfortable, and do you offer yourself love and care through your touch, or do you feel disconnected from your inherent beauty, strength and love?

Pause, and take a breath. As you reconnect to your physical body.

Today's Affirmation:

"I pay attention to the needs of my body"

https://rebeccaanuwen.com/nourish-your-body

Today you're being reminded to exceed your expectations.

Expect more from yourself.

Know that you can do hard things and you are more resilient than you think.

It's time to stretch your wings and allow yourself to soar.

To soar beyond what you ever thought was possible for you and your life.

Step out of your comfort zone and far beyond the gaze of those who'd prefer to keep you small.

Push any fears of inadequacy, not being worthy, or good enough out of the way.

They are absolutely not true.

These are the fears that other people have projected onto you, it's time to set them down and move on.

You are more capable than you know.

Believe in yourself.

Cheer yourself on.

Exceed your own expectations.

And stay in your own lane, focusing on things that are important to you.

Don't be put off, compare or try and compete with those around you.

Your path is yours alone.

Make big plans for the future, then dream even bigger.

One step in front of the other, keep moving forward, and get ready to soar.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you get ready to exceed your expectations.

SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to think about your dreams and desires.

Can you dream bigger?

What is it that you really, truly desire, can you name and claim it, or does it make your stomach flutter?

Can you take bolder action?

Have you pushed yourself out of your comfort zone, do you keep showing up and trying again?

Make sure that you're not toning down your dreams and actions because you worry what others may think.

Ask yourself where you can think bigger, dream wilder and take bolder action.

Pause, and take a breath. As you allow yourself to exceed your expectations.

Today's Affirmation:

"I am strong, confident and capable"

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Today is reminding you to reclaim your power.

Step into your power and show up fully.

Outer experiences of life will always be varied.

Material possessions may come and go, structures in society may support you or be designed to actively do the opposite. You may have been born into a culture that celebrates you, or one that doesn't honour your value.

No matter what your external circumstances, connect with and feel into your inner power.

This inner power cannot be taken away from you.

You may feel disconnected from it, but it's still there burning brightly for you.

Reclaim this power.

People may have tried to take it away from you, or convince you that you don't have any, but it's just not true.

Your power is within you.

If you think you won't be liked, or will be rejected, or told that you're 'too much' for standing in your power, don't let it stop you.

There will always be someone who doesn't want you to live your full potential, who will tell you that you're 'too much', but that's their own limiting beliefs, and not really anything to do with you.

And although it may hurt, you aren't here to live your life for them, you are here to live your life for you.

Show up for yourself.

Accept your power, step into it, and own it.

Allow yourself to move towards your highest potential.

It may feel scary, unnatural or uncomfortable, but give yourself a chance.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you allow yourself to connect with your internal power.

Today's SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to bring attention to all the beliefs that prevent you from connecting with, and owning, your power.

Whose voice do you hear telling you that you can't, you shouldn't, or that you're not allowed.

Who is it you keep part of yourself small for?

On separate pieces of paper, write down each of the beliefs you have that stop you from fully embodying your power.

One by one, write over them with a new, positive and affirming belief – literally covering the old belief and re-writing your own stories.

Then somewhere safe and suitable, burn each piece of paper, and feel the old belief being burnt away, released, and replaced with and transformed into your new belief.

Pause, and take a breath. As you give yourself permission to explore your power.

Today's Affirmation:

"I step into my power with increasing confidence"

https://rebeccaanuwen.com/reclaim-your-power

Today is reminding you to give yourself some grace.

It's all too easy to move through life and find that events, conversations and achievements have been forgotten or taken for granted.

So, to address this, in my Re-Enchant Your Life community, each Sunday we end the week with some GRACE.

GRACE being an acronym for Grounding, Recognising, Appreciating, Centring and then finally Embodying.

We spend the most attention on the Recognising. Recognising all that you have done and achieved, completed or brought to a close, during the week.

This 15-minute practice reminds us of the importance of pausing and recognising all of the things we do, achieve, and bring into our experience.

All the things that we have made happen, and have to be grateful for.

All the things we consciously choose not do, as consciously choosing not to do something is as powerful as choosing to do something.

It's so simple yet such a powerful practice.

This recognition and gratitude brings in more happiness, peace, contentment, satisfaction and of course grace.

No matter the twists and turns, the wrong starts, and the unexpected events that show up in your life, whether you feel confident and at ease or unsure and on edge, recognising the things that you can feel grateful for, calms your spirit and taps you into your resilience and ability to transform.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you allow grace and some gratitude to flood your body.

Today's SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to recognise all that you have done and achieved over the last seven days and appreciate yourself for having done all of them.

Think of those things you've completed, the items checked off your to-do list; the mundane and the exceptional.

Recognise all the times that you said 'Yes' to yourself. The times you stopped when you were tired or made a choice that nourished and supported you.

Think of all the acts of kindness you've shown others, it could be as simple as a smile or doing someone a favour.

Think of those smiles or favours that you have received. Although someone else did this for, or to you, you are the kind of person that they wanted to smile at, or help, so recognise the part you played in that interaction.

Pause, and take a breath. As you give yourself permission to recognise all that you do.

Today's Affirmation:

"I recognise myself and all that I do"

https://rebeccaanuwen.com/give-yourself-some-grace

Today you're being reminded to simply be with yourself.

Give yourself some space to reconnect with yourself.

Space so that you can listen to your thoughts.

Space to get clear on your needs and desires.

Space so that you can hear your intuition and trust the next steps you're ready to take.

Rest. Reflect. Renew.

Retreat into your own space.

Remove yourself from the routine and habits of your everyday life.

Just be with yourself.

Learn to adore being in your own company.

Become your own best friend.

Give yourself the time and space to really listen to your own needs, to witness your dreams and desires, and to hear the whispers from your soul.

Trust yourself.

Trust your wisdom.

Trust your inner knowing.

Come into a deeper relationship with yourself.

Savour in your own magnificence.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, as you get to know yourself better.

Today's SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro action is to create some time where you can be alone with yourself.

It doesn't matter if it's for minutes or hours, it only matters that you make the space and time for yourself.

Spend this time resting and reconnecting with yourself.

Remember all the things you love, your childhood dreams, your favourite memories.

Retreat from the everyday, so that you can remember who you are on a much deeper level, the you that you wanted to be before the world told you who you should be.

Pause, and take a breath. As you reconnect to the essence of who you are.

Today's Affirmation:

"I love and respect myself"

https://rebeccaanuwen.com/be-with-yourself

Today you're being reminded to embrace your unique expression.

Shake things up a bit.

Explore how you're showing up in the world and expressing yourself.

Is the way that you live your life, the clothes you wear, the way in which you spend your day, in alignment with your values, energy and truth.

Remember, how you spend your day, is how you spend your life.

Are you creating a life that fulfils you and honours the truth of who you are, or is life just slipping by, filled with habitual behaviours and unconscious routine?

It's time to break free of what's been expected of you, and live life on your own terms.

Trust and follow that small nudge that calls from within you.

Listen and take action on your intuition.

Give a voice to your playful and whimsical side.

And trust your inner-knowing.

Even the smallest change that honours your true expression, will have a huge ripple effect in your energy and throughout your life.

Never underestimate the impact that small changes can make.

In this very moment, just pause and take a breath, ground yourself in your own unique expression.

SHEro Action:

Today's SHEro Action is to something differently.

Take a different route to work, wear your hair differently, choose a different colour to wear, wear clothes that you love, but keep hidden in the wardrobe. Try a new way to move your body.

Experiment, and consciously break away from your daily routine, no matter how small it may be.

Pause, and take a breath as you embrace and celebrate your own uniqueness.

Today's Affirmation:

"I joyfully express myself in the world"

https://rebeccaanuwen.com/embrace-your-unique-expression