Being human is NOT about perfection.  It's about navigating the ever-changing landscape of our lives and swimming through the waves that sometimes come crashing down and other times gently roll in.

After recently posting a picture and video of myself crying on social media (and sharing the story of "why"), the outpouring of messages I received in response prompted me to create this particular episode.

When we shine a light on that which we think should be hidden in the dark, I’m finding that it actually creates a spark.

Sharing is healing.

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Excuses. Stories. Limiting Beliefs. Playing small. Shrinking down.

Whether it's deflecting compliments or over apologizing, so many of us do these seemingly "small" things that dim our inner light.

This week we'll talk more about cultivating awareness and learning to recognize the ego voice so the true self can shine bright.

You'll also hear about how a recent experience with feelings of jealousy, fueled by an inner narrative of unworthiness, allowed for an opportunity to get in there with the thoughts and ultimately come back to the knowledge that we are all more than enough.

When we become curious about ourselves and our thoughts - instead of militantly aligning with what we think and instead of toddler level MINE, MINE, MINE-ing and being possessive over what we think - that’s when some real magic can happen ... Not abracadabra, alakazam, BOOM, instant fix movie magic ... But the kind that’s rooted in reality and that can create a spark in your life for change … Change for the better.

Did you know there's a practice you can start incorporating into your daily life to help you learn to let things go?  The more you work with yourself to do this, the more satisfaction - guaranteed - you will feel.  Generating awareness, over and over again, that the thoughts and reactions we have aren't "ours" - they just are - will set you free.

From resisting the urge to cyberstalk someone, to simply saying "thank you" when someone pays you a compliment, the little ways you show yourself love and care can make a big difference when it comes to your relationship with your self (the most important relationship you'll ever have!)  So why not make the choice to choose yourself from moment to moment, with love in your heart and awareness in your mind?   This episode offers insight into what can happen when you harden to a way of thinking instead of handling yourself with care.  You'll also be challenged to be kind to yourself ... Even when you don't feel like it.