Welcome to The Seasoned Path
Welcome to the second edition of The Seasoned Path. In each newsletter I will share some of my musings along the path as well as inspirations gained from those who have traveled this way before me. My hope is to tickle your curiosity, heighten your awareness, and encourage you to become an environmentalist for your soul.
In this Issue:
Quote of the Month
Become an Environmentalist for Your Soul
Nature’s Coaching Tips
Readings for the Journey
Upcoming events
Quote of the Month:
“Your life is a sacred journey. And it is about change, growth, discovery, movement, transformation; continuously expanding your vision of what is possible, stretching your soul, learning to see clearly and deeply, listening to your intuition, taking courageous challenges at every step along the way. You are on the path… exactly where you are meant to be right now… And from here, you can only go forward, shaping your life story into a magnificent tale of triumph, of healing, of courage, of beauty, of wisdom, of power, of dignity, and of love.” Caroline Adams Photo: an unexpected discovery at Herring Cove Beach in Cape Cod
Becoming an Environmentalist for your Soul
When was the last time you stopped and took notice of your inner world? What’s the climate like? What is the state of your natural resources? Are your energies in balance? Is your landscape clear of litter? Is your soil rich in the nutrients necessary to support new growth? What steps can you take to make this a better, more peaceful, place?
As with any worthy cause, the first step is to RAISE AWARENESS. Take a few minutes daily to check in with yourself. Whether it’s journaling in the morning, taking a walk at lunch, or some quiet contemplation in the evening, take note of how you are doing internally. Simply acknowledge your needs, listen to your feelings, and validate your being. It’s like the old sixties song, “I just stepped in to see what condition my condition was in.”
Next, CONSERVE YOUR RESOURSES. Notice what activities or people energize you and lift your spirits. At the same time, notice those that leave you feeling drained, either physically or emotionally depleted. Then gradually, increase the former and decrease the latter. With some you may have no choice in the matter, that’s life, but you can balance the negatives by instilling more positives in your day.
This leads to the next step, EXERCISE EXTREME SELF CARE. You’re worth it! All your relationships and your career will all benefit by you becoming a better you. And that means taking time for your self, being gentle with your self, nurturing your self, and honoring your self. If you become an environmentalist for your own soul, your entire world will become a better place.
Nature’s Coaching Tips:
Soular Energy:
Input vs. Output
Does the energy you expend in life equal the time and energy you invest in yourself? Here are some questions to ask yourselfto make your life more energy efficient.
1.Soular Panels: What activities, people, time and space have you installed in your life to receive light and positive energy?
2.Transformer: How can you better retain that energy and transform it into positive behavior and actions?
3.Support: What added sources of support do you have in place for when your personal resources are overwhelmed or depleted?
4.Output: Have you identified and prioritized all your out sources of energy?
Readings for the Journey:
"Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man who Would Cure the World" by Tracy Kidder "Inventing the Rest of Our Lives: Women in Second Adulthood" by Suzanne Braun Levine "The Life Organizer: A Woman's Guide to a Mindful Year>" by Jennifer Louden
Upcoming Events:
Soular Power (Friday June 8):
Come spend a day on the beautiful shores and wetlands of Cape May and recharge your batteries so that you can start your summer with an abundance of spirit. We will begin by getting our chi flowing with an introductory Chi Kung class by Linda Marrical.
Times:10:00 to 3:00 Fee: $70; early registration two weeks prior $60 Letting Go (Friday, Oct 19): Nature inherently knows that in order for new growth to appear, there must first be a letting go of the old, dysfunctional components. Amongst the beautiful fall trees of Morris Arboretum, we focus on how to clear the way for our own personal growth. Times: 10:00 to 3:00
Fee: $70; early registration two weeks prior $60. Customized Retreats
I work with individuals and groups to design custom retreats that focus on their specific needs, whether it is marking a transition, learning to cope with change, or simply needing some extreme self-care. Your customized retreat can be a day or a weekend of renewal, reflection, and personal growth.
For more information contact meat: 610-667-5247 or Karin@SteppingOutCoaching.com.
The Small Print
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