It seems that Gloomuary has begun. Gray, chilly, rainy, sometimes snowy skies and days mean constantly warding off the temptation to hide under a blanket until summer. The struggle to stay positive and engaged is real through all this gloom. #notgivingup #makingmyownsunshine #winterdoldrums

I am, however, looking forward to an active year after spending months – ok years – in self-exploration mode. Here’s a snippet of my revelations –

• I enjoy teaching(!)
• I like people(!!!)
• I love seeing people connect to what I am teaching/leading
• I need down time to recharge
• I MUST have outdoor time
• It’s ok to rest and
• It’s ok to do nothing

I’m still working on –

• Not listening to or believing the stories I tell myself
• Rehashing the past
• Living ‘in real life’
• Letting go of what is no longer ‘Jen’
• Being ok with a new & improved version of ‘Jen’

I am excited to roll all this juicy knowledge into my daily practices. I will be reminding myself that –

👉I already have everything I need to live a fulfilling life

👉I will consciously choose a positive and affirmative daily intention/focus that aligns with my purpose and filters through all the layers of my day

👉I will NOT use self-criticism or ‘should’ on myself but will instead keep my focus in the present moment

👉Finally, I am in charge of how I react knowing that I cannot control the world around me!

Join me has I throw that warm, cozy blanket off and live my best life!