Week 40 – Not One and Done

https://youtu.be/OWyso_tpoiE?si=72zNfnl3yg5wZ4mp

You can listen to this on my podcast – 6:22 mins or my YouTube Channel

September was Self-Care Month and we are now in another month. While self-care month is over taking good care of yourself is not a one and done situation.  How many things can you think of that are one and DONE? You know what I mean, right? You do it once and that’s it. For example, I wanted to go skydiving before I turned 40, I did a tandem skydive jump (that’s when the instructor is connected to you when you jump) at age 38, that was a one and done. I don’t see myself doing that again. lol

Can you imagine if we could just say I forgive you once and that took care of the past, present and the future? Hah! Or if I said I was grateful for my food once and that was it? As far as I can tell, that doesn’t happen. Life is lived in each moment, and our experiences and emotions are also happening in the moment.

My observation is that many life experiences are mostly NOT ONE and DONE. When we are graced with another day on earth, there are new opportunities for us to be fully present with our day. Connecting with being alive, feeling grateful and being kind to myself first, helps me radiate positive energy out to others.

Having regular self-care practices that keep me grounded are essential for me. Some of my practices include, qigong, kindness, forgiveness, gratitude, compassion and of course, meditation.

Self-care is ongoing, not a ONE and DONE.

Last week I shared a five minute gratitude meditation. Today I’m sharing a new meditation that’s less than 10 minutes and perfect for starting your day, it’s called Morning Gratitude Practice  You may also find this practice online at the usual digital places like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube. You can check it out HERE. 

Thank you so much Laura Mandelson, Pam Zicca, Kristina Armstrong and Galena White for listening to this particular track.

I’m working on several new tracks for breathwork and meditation. If you are interested in testing them out, I’d love for you to share your thoughts before I publish them. You may email me at barbarafaisonllc@gmail.com to join my tester list or click here.

Right now my self-care also includes relaxing with my crochet projects, putting on my pajamas early, and resting more.

What does ongoing self-care look like for you this autumn season? You may reply to this newsletter/blog post or you can reach me at barbarafaisonllc@gmail.com. If social media is easier for you to reach out, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn are best.

 

Relax, Listen, and Trust Your Inner Guidance.

The card I pulled for us this moment
#2 – QUESTION – How can I take a moment for myself?

Hmmm. Appropriate for self-care being ongoing.

How can you take a moment for yourself today?

 

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  • Our Breathe with Barbara LIVE Sessions are the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 8 – 9 pm eastern. My live sessions include gentle movement, breathing, meditation and silence. I would love for you to join me, the sessions are only $15. 
  • If you prefer having a teacher for instruction, I offer one on one sessions as well as group sessions (min of 3 people). Feel free to reach out to me via email or on my website barbarafaison.com/contact-Barbara, pick the option that works best for scheduling a brief conversation.
  • If you prefer using APPs, I encourage you to check out the Insight Timer app, it is the #1 app for free meditations for sleep, anxiety, and stress, and I have over 40 meditations, book excerpts, and my courses (for premium members) and more out there. The link is InsightTimer.com.
  • I have meditations on other APPS including Aura, Meditation Station, Spotify, Pandora, YouTube, Apple Music, Amazon and more. Just search for Barbara J. Faison as the artist and you will find me there.
  • Check out the National Meditation Playlist on my YouTube Channel, I have continued to add new meditations there. It’s a great way to practice daily, there are over 33 meditations on the list.
  • You can also find links for upcoming events and where you can meditate with me. All the links are on my linktr.ee/barbarafaison.

I’d love to know about your experience with meditation. Are you new, or would you like to learn?

If you prefer having a teacher for instruction, I offer one on one sessions as well as group sessions (min of 3 people). If you know any groups or organizations who want to offer a session, perhaps a lunch and meditate, or a program, I love referrals and would be happy to speak with them.

Feel free to reach out to me on my website barbarafaison.com/contact-Barbara, pick the option that works best for scheduling a quick conversation. Or you can message me @barbarafaison on social media, Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook are best.

All of the links are on my linktr.ee/barbarafaison.

If you need a quick breath break you can take one right here.

Thank you for your support and being on this journey with me.

Feel free to share your thoughts or ask a question – via email at barbarafaisonllc@gmail.com.

Keep breathing…
Barbara J. Faison
your mindfulness & meditation ambassador