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January Newsletter 2010
New Year New You!
Kathleen‘s Mindful Message
Thank heaven 2009 is over and done. Life is a series of cycles. I am
so glad my cycle of loss is over this time. 2010 is the year of
community and joy. Whatever happens, whatever cards the universe deals
me, my intention is resolute. I am rooting my life in the miracle and
love of relationships and I am committed to experiencing joy each day
of my life. No matter what disasters may be on the horizon or life
challenges are lurking around the corner, the power of community,
(discovered in people, animals and nature), will be my tap root, the
foundation of my life.
We are changing the organization and goals of our mindful living
companies in the next few months. We are focusing on the critical
nature of community in our companies. Please stay tuned as we change
the Mindful Living Network®. We are the source for Mindful Living®.
This will involve multiple platforms such as lifelong learning classes,
products, social networks, speaking and corporate consulting,
television and radio shows. Please join us and we welcome your input.
Please let me know your thoughts and participation. Please write me at
info@stressinstitute.com.
Take Back Your Life In 2010
Why is it that most of us fail to keep their New Year resolutions? We
are so overbooked, overworked and overwhelmed, our resolutions just
become another "wish" list for a new life of happiness and peace that
continues to elude us. "Before setting your goals for 2010, it is
important to take a snapshot of 2009," says Kathleen Hall, C.E.O. of
The Stress Institute and The Mindful Living Network, "Most of us are
tired of living our precious lives like Billy Murray in the movie
Groundhog Day."
Here are some tips to create your life of happiness in 2010
1. Create: A theme for 2010
What would you like to be your greatest triumph in 2010? Name 2010
with one word that would describe what you want this year to embody?
(For example: Forgiveness, Success, Prosperity, Love) What word would
you use to describe your experience of last year, 2009?
2. Choose: Concrete goals
Choose only three things you would like to create in your life this
year. Write them down. Commit with a ritual or ceremony to symbolize
your commitment. Make a step by step plan. Assess your goals every
week.
(For example: new job, better marriage, reduce my debt, getting healthy).
3. Reinforce: Your new practices
Create an intention statement or a positive affirmation. This creates
energy, focus, and confidence in your goal. Repeat it often during your
busy day. Stick notes along your daily routine- on the mirror,
refrigerator, in your car, or on your computer. (For example: Life is
good, I am healthy and strong).
4. Remind: Your self
Use physical, sensory reminders that reinforce your memory. Look at
and feel wristbands, a bracelet or beads. Listen to motivational music
or tapes of inspirational people you enjoy. Keep a journal on paper or
online to reflect on your growth each day. Focus on the positives.
Create rituals that reinforce change and new habits.
5. Connect: With community
There is increasing scientific evidence that your community keeps you
healthy. Enlist support from friends and family. Create a buddy system
with someone you trust to make sure you keep on track. Join online
groups and blog lists.
6. Stress: Reduce and manage it
Stress forces us back into old habits. Become aware of what triggers
your stress. Each time some event or person hits your stress trigger,
practice stress reduction techniques. Take SELF care time for a few
minutes every day. Do something fun and play at least once a day.
It‘s Time To Move On
So many of us go from one year to the next without stopping for
reflection on the year of our lives we have completed. For many years
I have done an exercise for the completion of each year and I create
intentions for the new year. It is a beautiful rich path to a life
well lived. I invite you to participate in the following Old Year/ New
Year Evaluation.
Complete and remember 2009.
1. What was your greatest accomplishment in 2009?
2. What was your greatest loss in 2009?
3. What was your greatest lesson of 2009?
4. What is your piece of unfinished business in 2009?
5. Who are the three people who had the greatest impact on your life in 2009?
6. What was your biggest surprise in 2009?
7. What best describes your 2009 year?
Creating 2010
1. What will be your greatest accomplishment in 2010?
2. What advice would you give yourself in 2010?
3. What is your plan to improve your financial condition in 2010?
4. What would you most like to change about yourself in 2010?
5. What would you like to learn in 2010?
6. What will be your greatest risk in 2010?
7. What are you most committed to changing in 2010?
8. What untapped talent do you want to explore in 2010?
9. How will you create joy in your life in 2010?
10. What one word is the theme of your life in 2010?
Life on the Farm at Oak Haven
I took this photo as the sun was setting and the temperature was 25
degrees. The lake was speckled with the new waves of migrating ducks
that rest on our lake this time of year. I tried to get Luna and Luke,
our beloved horse couple, in the photo, but you can‘t see them grazing
through the fog on the lake. Yes it is January at Oak Haven. I just
got back from feeding 20 horses, 7 dogs, 10 cats and enumerable birds.
They are all scattered at different locations on the farm. The most
challenging job in January is keeping the ice broken on the horse‘s
troughs so they can get to water. We keep a hammer by each trough so
we can break open the ice several times a day. It has been below 20
degrees so the horse‘s water continues to freeze throughout the day.
Throwing hay with the wind blowing in this freezing cold for all the
horses is also a frigid task. I love the farm this time of year. There
is something fierce and rugged that January brings out in me that I
love and respect. Experiencing the raw power of nature is exhilarating
and challenges me to be strong and authentic. Grab your coat and
gloves and get outside. Mother nature is challenging you to discover
realms of yourself that may have been slumbering your entire life.
Mindful Eating EverydayTM BOCA Baked Penne
I love to cook with delicious soy meat substitutes. I have used Boca
products for many years with my family and dinner guests have trouble
believing they are not eating meat. Try this recipe with your family
or friends and I guarantee they won‘t know they are not eating meat.
The key to using soy products like Boca, is to remember that there is
little taste because there is no animal fat. BOCA meatless products
are a line of soy-based foods. BOCA meatless products are made with the
nutritious goodness of soy, they help deliver vi
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