Shift on Purpose

Need perspective? Calibrate through the eyes of others.

Feeling nervous doesn't mean you're unprepared. It means you care about something beyond your control.

Anxiety is a caricature artist. It magnifies flaws and minimizes strengths.

Gaining confidence is not about denying what could go wrong. It’s about recognizing what might go right.

Illustrated by Liz and Mollie

Focusing on what you want more of/to get better at is an essential first step. The next step - and the one after that - is to put one foot in front of the to move in that direction.

Happiness requires effort. Focusing on your dissatisfaction and wishing things were different in your life is a recipe for unhappiness if you don’t take action to put yourself on a better path.

👀 Focus on the things you can control.
👍 Start there.
💯 Little changes can make a big difference.

Easy Things You Can Do To Get A Happier Brain Right Now
https://buff.ly/2FpHNqR

We're wishing you joy and happiness this holiday season. ❤️

Love this. Practicing self-compassion is a challenge, but these prompts make it so much easier to start. Not sure which to try first…

Self-Compassion Phrases | To remember, and incorporate in any moment 🙏🏽

• May I accept myself as I am
• May I be kind to myself, unconditionally
• May I have courage
• May I remember that we are all human
• May I know that others struggle along with me
• May I give myself the compassion I need
• May I care for myself
• May I cherish myself
• May I have peace of mind

For more information, and resources on self-compassion – please visit self-compassion.org ✨

Had a tough start to your week? 💥

We've all been there – Mondays can hit hard, testing our resilience and determination.

But remember, in the journey from setting a goal to achieving it, the path is rarely a clear, straight line.

It's more like a winding road filled with twists, turns, doubts, lessons, and growth. 💪

May this visual representation be your reminder that even the toughest days contribute to your growth story, and every obstacle is a stepping stone to your success. 💫

Embrace the journey, for it's precisely where you discover your superpowers and unlock your limitless potential. 🚀

Comment 'YES' if this message resonates with you!

📷Credit: .studio 👏

Here is your reminder to be kind to yourself and invitation to practice it as often as you can. 💕

The Power of Being King to Yourself 🙏🏽

• More and more research is showing that self-compassion is a key to living a h life.
• Self-compassion is a source of strength and resilience

The 3 Elements of Self-Compassion:
1️⃣ Self Kindness: we are as caring towards ourselves as we are to others
2️⃣ Recognizing Our Common Humanity: When we understand that we are not alone in our pain through a moment of connection with others and that it is a part of the shared human experience
3️⃣ Mindfulness: Being open to the reality of the present moment [yes, you are here], acknowledging our suffering without exaggerating it

Graphic created by the amazing Johnine Byrne from See Your Words 🙏🏽