My, my, my... it is so hottt outside! It can be quite a challenge to get moving and be inspired when the air conditioning and cool soft bedsheets keep calling your name. But perhaps, we should make the best of those moments when our body is begging us and sending us vital signals to take a tall glass of iced water, eat a juicy peach from the farmer's market, and relax in bed.
While I was sick, it was very, very difficult for me to understand the concept of rest. My mind had been on overdrive for over two years and the adrenaline was overflowing through my veins. It was no wonder I was told to give up coffee for a while since I didn't need the extra boosts of over-activity.
Chaos can happen when spirit, mind, and body become opposing forces. Remember to take a step back and live your life with some thoughts, purpose, and solitude. Realign your energy so you can be an effective, brilliant person.
July Reflections
* learning that self love, confidence, growth, and self care are necessities for my spirit, mind, and health - Thanks to the 40 Days of Self Love Practice!
* finished French II at L'Alliance Francaise - I was so surprised how much fun, challenging and renewing learning a new language can be. I am so grateful that Jacob took me to Montreal and inspired me to practice one of mes langues maternalle.
* got back into running and yoga and fitness - Thanks Melissa for reaching out and asking me to join you. I don't know if I would have been as inspired to do this on my own. It was hard to give up exercise while I was recovering and suffering. But, I am grateful for the slow, slow, slow return.
* a better perspective on life - As mentioned earlier, La Dolce Vita is a state of mind. Regardless of circumstance, we all determine how happy would want to be.
* signed up for my own sacred, creative art studio space! - I love the energy in the artist's community and I am really going to enjoy carving out and developing my creative side.
* crying and crying and crying out frustration - Sometimes, you need a good cry. Sometimes, you don't have anyone to turn to but your own self. But, the next day, you wake up and start over again. Your presence, your energy, and continued pursuit of creativity and truth are sometimes all you really have in life. May you cherish it and let it soothe you.
August Dreams
* as a I return to my work, I hope I put in the creativity and energy I need to do well in my transition time.
* may my heart be open to new opportunities - teaching, cooking, yoga, running, and any sort of challenge, luxury, and rest
* searching for a spiritual and lifestyle mentor
* crafting a creative and spiritual community
* continuing Artist's Way and doing more small business research for my creative talents
* continuing French class and sign up for art and cooking classes
* start seriously studying for the GMAT
* celebrate the return of my beautiful tattooed banjo-playing mathematician boyfriend - get inspired by his recent call to serve the homeless in Guatamala
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