It's August. That's right, summer is almost over. WHAT? Yup, it's crazy how fast time flies when you are having fun in the sun. But that means that fall is just around the corner and for many of us - that also means it's almost time to get back into the daily routine...early mornings, balancing work, the kids, homework, soccer, ballet, swim practice, meals, early bedtime...you know, the daily grind.
But guess what? I'm here to remind you that we all have a super power. Did you know that you have the ability to slow down time? Yes, you heard me - you can SLOW DOWN TIME. Here's the secret -- you have to stop, and breathe. Inhale, hold, exhale. We are all capable of slowing down time if we are more present. In the moment. Here. Now. Thinking about what's right in front of you and right around you, rather than all those things on your to-do list. So hear me, mama, take a deep breath and let it out.
A new month for me means setting new intentions and renewing the ones I already have that still serve me. I was inspired this month to create a "What if I feel/am Better Than Ever" list by something I saw on social media. I wanted to share my list, because I think we all should create a list like this. Not later, but now. Because right now is your life. Yes, you can always say - oh I don't have time for that. I have little kids and a job and dinner to get on the table. Yes, you do. But you also have your life to live. Not later, but now. Time will keep passing you by if you don't intentionally make some of it and slow it down. If you don't work your magic and use your super power. You can do it...slow down.
So in the spirit of sharing and hopefully inspiring, here's my list of "What If I feel/Am Better Than Ever":
- Laughter & Joy EVERY. SINGLE. DAY
- Practice of Gratitude strong and consistent
- Meditation daily to ground & strengthen me, strengthening my connection with the Universe
- Exercise in ways that feel good and challenge me. No Guilt.
- Presence with both my kids and my husband
- A Marriage that is strong, fun, filled with love, romance and laughter
- Home cooked meals with fresh ingredients
- Identity as Payal - a whole person. Not wife/mom/entrepreneur/coach
- Sleep that is consistent & restorative
- Food that nourishes & uplifts
- Helping other women live their best lives through coaching
- Creating/writing - always
- Friendships that are fun, supportive, easy
- Generous with time, money & heart
- Always giving & receiving with heart.
- Loving myself
- Strong
It's up - and my intentions are set. To work on my list, every day. What are your intentions this month? How will you exercise your superpower? I'm launching my next coaching group for women who want to work on living a healthier life. It's starting in a couple weeks. Check out the group coaching page for info on how to join today.
Always in health,
Payal