Moon and Stars

“When I admire the wonder of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in worship of the creator.”  Mahatma Gandhi

Sunday, February 28, is a full moon.  Do you remember the last time you looked at the moon and stars? How did it make you feel?  Connected? Like you’re a part of a bigger picture? Like anything you imagine is completely possible?

I know I experience a deep sense of peace and hope when I gaze at the moon and stars.  There is a certain sense of wonder, especially during a full moon.  One cycle is completed and another brand new one is on the way, bringing with it numerous gifts and opportunities to release things that aren’t serving you – let go of guilt, worry, and resentment.  Instead practice forgiveness, acceptance and compassion.

Write down your wishes for the month of March. Look forward to beginning anew.  Will you be present enough to recognize gifts when they arrive?  Or will you be too busy with your to-do list to notice?

This Sunday, give yourself a few moments to really observe the full moon. Take some time to reflect and think back to when you were a kid. Get in touch with your playful side and marvel the limitless possibilities that await you. Look at the moon with someone you love – your partner, your child, a parent, a friend or even your pet.  Take a moment to connect.  Hold hands, give each other a hug or say ‘I love you.’  Whatever feels right, just reach out to one another! 

Remember, your possibilities are infinite as the evening sky!

p.s. – this Sunday, I encourage everyone to say a prayer for hope to those who have been affected by this week’s natural disasters. 

Soul Reviving Activity

Is there something that you love to do to get in touch with your spirit?  Some activity where you take a moment to be grateful or just be … Is there some soul-reviving practice that you wish you had more time for?

This is the week to create that space.  It’s the week to become still.  Stillness is the simple practice of not doing. It can be achieved through prayer, meditation, or even lighting a white candle just to watch it glow.  In stillness the mind grows quiet (eventually), and allows you to enter the realm of the heart. Practicing stillness invites feelings of joyful happiness and inner peace. It can also create the space to transform thoughts and feelings that don’t serve you.

This is the arena of pure possibility -- the place where spontaneity brings unexpected solutions from the depths of your soul.

And though it sounds counter-intuitive, sometimes the most productive thing is to stop doing and BE.  When we take the time to be still, our hearts become activated, creating new doors and boundless opportunities.  Everyone around you will benefit from this because you’re shifting from a reactive mode to a responsive one.  This will allow you to handle life’s stresses with more grace and ease.

If allowing yourself to BE is hit and miss in your life, then here’s an easy way for you to do it more regularly.

Consistency Challenge: Create a ritual of making the time to BE. Whatever you love to do -- light a candle, take a bath, meditate, journal, be grateful or pray.  Begin this week to find at least 10 minutes to do one thing that will nourish your soul.  Once you do this, mark it on your calendar for next week as well.

In that time, BE present, BE grateful and BE aware of possibility.

My favorite weekly thing to do is a Friday morning walk along the beach.  I enjoy watching the waves roll in, the dolphins play and the pelicans perch on the pier.  It reminds me we are a smaller part of a much bigger picture.

What mindful activity rejuvenates your soul? 

Chinese New Year

Sunday is not just Valentine’s Day, it’s Chinese New Year as well. 2010 is the year of the Tiger.  Tiger’s bring good luck and good fortune with courage and bravery of actions.  This is the year for you to be bold and accomplish your goals! 

Persistence and consistency is key.  Let go of the need for perfection and embrace the journey. Successes and failures are bound to be part of it.  Celebrate your accomplishments and learn from your challenges. Be happy!  

Think, you can choose your destiny moment by moment. We all have choices to create change. A Tiger year brings those gifts to all who walk their path …  it’s a perfect time for Pure Possibility!

Weekly Challenge:  Right Mind

We are only as good as the thoughts we have. This week’s goal is to create a Right Mind mantra to keep you focused and productive. Think of it as a bridge you’re creating to help you over the tough spots you encounter, something to keep you motivated or get you back in the groove.

Example: “I am good enough”

Feel free to use this one or if you create another that someone else would love, please share it here.

For more about the power of your own potential, check out Pure Possibility at http://nancymendell.com/!

I'd love to hear from you!  

Its been busy day!  I love how much I have learned and I am excited to be part of this blogging realm! My desire is to bring all the communities I am part of, some  inspiration and motivation to help transform individules to thrive and grow!

I can't wait to see how this all unfolds!   Lets share our victories and defeats let this be a place where  we can support and encourage each other to bring out our personal best!

In gratitude,

Nancy Mendell