The Perspective Matters Podcast

There is a lot that is going on in the world right now that demands our attention: from the US Presidential Elections; to a Global Pandemic; to our own personal challenges and even the pursuit of our goals! At times it is important to silence the outside noise; especially when it brings interference and not help.

By silencing the noise; you can focus on your perspective instead of paying  attention to every one else's opinion. This allows you to trust yourself more; become more self reliant and develop your intuition.

My hope is that as you listen to this episode; you will reflect on the importance of silencing the noise in your own life. Magic and revelations spring from the quiet.

I'm sending you peace, love and light! Until next time; remember there are two sides to every coin just flip it to catch the full view.

Thanksgiving in 2020 is going to look a little different for us; for very obvious and not so obvious reasons. I am accustomed to seeing signs of Fall and the upcoming festivities but for this year; the festive air seems missing. So for this episode I wanted to go back to my roots and find a proverb that reminds us that in every little thing be grateful. Your little bit; might be a luxury to others.

For this Thanksgiving I want you to focus on the lessons you have learnt these past few months. I encourage you to reflect on all you have gone through and acknowledge that you are still here! You are still above ground and any day above ground is a good day. So while the merriment might be at a minimum remember there is still a lot to give thanks for.

I hope you enjoy this episode and as I share with you my lessons from these last few months; you too will reflect on your own lessons. Celebrate that you have learnt them even if they were painful.  I send you an abundance of love, peace and well wishes for the day and for the rest of this year.

Until next time remember there are two sides to every coin; just flip it to get the full view!

As we reflect on the importance of acknowledging and celebrating Mental Health Week in May and also Child's Month. I want to share some resources you can use if you need mental health support for yourself and your loved ones. The resources below are specific to Canada, the United States of America and the Caribbean. I also share Instagram resources that may be of benefit to you. Now more than ever it is necessary for us to pay attention to our mental health and seek the help that we need. These resources are available to you; if you feel more comfortable sharing with a stranger and do not want to feel as if you are a burden to your family and network. I want to let you know; that you are not alone in this!! Help is available, you just need to know where to look and be brave to ask for the help. If you urgently need to talk so someone please call 1-800- 273- TALK; that's 1-800-273-8255! 

Canadian Resources 

American Resource 

Caribbean Resource 

Dr Olivia Rose  - [email protected] 

Instagram Resource 

Well-being Calendar - https://www.workhealthlife.com/article/retrievepdf/WellBeing_Calendar_LWbyMS_E_CANADA

If you have other resources to share; please connect with me at [email protected] I leave you with this "If you do not hope, you will not find what is beyond your hopes." - St Clement of Alexandria Until next time remember there are two sides to every coin; just flip it to get the full view!

As the days roll into each other and 2020 advances; staying indoors has now become the new way of life. We are encouraged to practice social distancing; but how much distance can we give when we live with other persons. They key to maintaining your peace of mind and sanity is to set your boundaries.

Boundaries are guidelines that help an individual set limits and rules that govern how people behave towards you and how you behave towards them.  How you set your boundaries is dependent on how you were raised and the value you place on your person-hood. It is quite possible that your desire to enforce your boundaries will be met with resistance. But it is your right to enforce your boundaries. The manner you use to enforce your boundaries can impact how the other person receives the message.

Setting boundaries is helpful and necessary; in a time when you will share personal spaces for extending periods. It is important to be compassionate, patient and empathetic to the needs of the other person as much you want the same kindness extended to you.

Remember we are all in this together and it costs nothing to be kind.

Unless your name is Nostradamus or you read "End of Days" by Sylvia Browne you would not have seen COVID-19 coming. 

COVID is here now and by the looks of it; it's going to be around for a while. Our lives are forever changed and while this admission might be daunting to some of us; nestled in this admission is; the truth that we can come out on the other side: stronger, better, more compassionate, more resilient - human!!

In this episode I share some of the resources I rely on to cope: from meditation, burning incense, organizing virtual games night! We are encouraged to practice Social Distancing but this is not a licence for Social Isolation. We need to interact; we are wired to have and seek to fulfill this need. Our new normal requires us to become creative and rely on the Internet, Social Media and other means to stay in touch with our families, friends and colleagues.

Our new normal has created new challenges and new opportunities as well! If you are a parent and you need resources to keep your child/children occupied please visit ABC MOUSE. There are tonnes of games and activities that will keep them engaged and entertained and the best part is: they will learn! If your kids like books try something different with AUDIBLE FOR KIDS.

Need to have fun with your family, friends or colleagues? Then organize a games night and host a virtual Pictionary Party on GARTIC! Bring out the budding Picasso within you!!

If you always wanted to try meditation: give this app a try LET'S MEDITATE it is available in GOOGLE PLAY and the APP STORE. It has guided meditations for the beginner and the advanced. You can choose a meditation that focuses on any or all of these themes: Gratitude, Focus, Mindfulness, Relaxation. 

Do you want to stay fit or get fit then check out @angoswede on IG! Her workout sessions are amazing and she has an exercise for every area of the body you would want to target. Her excercises can be done by everyone!! So check her out!!

These are my resources that are helping me to stay positive and hopeful during this time.

Send me a note on IG @theperspectivematterspodcast or [email protected] I would love to hear from you!!

Stay safe and be well my BEAUTIFUL SOULS!!

What do you place value on, is it material things, is it accolades, is it your personal and social relationships?

The simple things in life, like being able to breathe, being able to see, being able to move unassisted are often taken for granted and are our biggest blessings.

In Episode 13, listen to Shakira share the lyrics from Simple Blessings by Tarrus Riley and Konshens; simple things are a blessing and why it's important to give thanks.

Simple Blessing Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1hNtB6Bi1qacpc4GARy0Zs?si=JuxfLkqDTQmDINX5uIjnJw

Simple Blessings Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcXS4QLTF-8

Music has the power to soothe, to calm, to encourage introspection, to heal.  Chronixx is an ambassador for Reggae music and the Revolution this wave of artistes herald. Skankin Sweet reminds us to let go and surrender to the power of music and dance.  Music helps us to shift our focus and see things from a different perspective. Pressures of life, problems and challenges can obscure our view and if we are not careful we are caught in a cycle of worry, fear and powerlessness.

Dance because you know the truth, this life is temporary, every thing has an expiration date and this too shall pass. Raise your vibrations and remember the Universe responds to the energy you offer. Abundance, peace, prosperity and all good things are only a good thought away. You tune into abundance, so dial in and match the frequency of your desires.

When you acknowledge that gratitude is the key to unlocking the magic;  your life will begin to take on a whole new meaning. Solitude is necessary, so if you are abandoned, go within for there is where the answers live. 

Chronixx Vevo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJnYM0A1ec_yqU3vpNGWyAw

Skankin Sweet Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=049km3Vc02c

You are as old as you feel! Age is just a number! There are many sayings that express a similar sentiment! Age is a number that you choose to assign meaning to.  This world uses age to advertise to you, to convince you to buy things you don't need. Your age shouldn't define you. 

So when you feel anything but grateful because of you age; ask yourself does my age matter? Your desire to do or not to do something is what matters. Life is about choices and yes you can choose how you feel about your age and how you feel because of it.  You can also choose to live an amazing life because of your age or in spite of it. 

A long happy, healthy and abundant life is just a thought away! You can possess abundance in relationships, in wealth, in health, in joy, in peace, in prosperity, in love, in gratitude. Each day you are alive on this earth is a second chance! So how are you going to use your second chance.

I urge you to use it wisely! Be mindful of your thoughts because they directly impact your actions and your actions form habits and your habits become you! So don't fixate on a number that happens to be your age. Fixate on the quality of life you live and the impact you have on those around you! Leave your mark on this world not a scar!