Hello, Energized You!

It ’s that time of year : the gloomy cold is a bummer and those New Year ’s resolutions already feel unachievable. No wonder we’re blue.

Don’t lose hear t! Make a resolution list for your mind and soul this year

Sometimes the change we need in life has to come from a deeper place You k now what we mean something more life changing than “organize the closets, ” “lose 12 pounds” and “drink margaritas only one night a week ”

The Mind

I t ’s about positivity As Oprah Winfrey said, "The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate "

Focus on the positives in your life more than the negatives. When negative thoughts arise, think of ac tions you can take now even small ac tions that address your worries Make it a habit to focus on your capabilities

“Rather than being over whelmed by challenges, ” said Cher yl Gigler, of ADD Joy of Life Coaching, “focus on developing your strengths

We all face challenges But we all have strengths, too ”

While Gigler ’s coaching is focused on those living with ADD/ADHD, her advice applies to anyone living a hec tic modern life

[Note: If you suspec t ADD/ADHD, it ’s impor tant to get a diagnosis. “I t ’s called a ‘rule out ’ diagnosis, ” explained Gigler. “Star t with a physical to rule out physical problems, like low thyroid. Then a psychologist or psychiatrist can determine if

“Coaching focuses on ‘where do you want to go, and what ’s getting in the way?, ’” said Gigler “ We dial-in on what ’s going wrong, and what ’s needed to get through that refining life sk ills, determining types of suppor t needed, etc.”

“An ADD diagnosis, like many challenges in life, can be a hit to your self-image, ” Gigler explained “Having a challenge in your life is not a moral failing You are a unique individual with talents, strengths and abilities.”

“Connec tion is the V itamin C of life, ” she continued “ With the right suppor t, you can do anything ” Connec t with others through suppor t groups, colleagues, friends and family And connec t with yourself.

The Soul

A calm soul helps you weather the toughest of days Yoga, while excellent for the body, also “aligns us back into a harmonious state with our true nature, ” said Dani McGuire, owner of Pranayoga and author of SattaLight: Seated in Light (to be published spring 2018).

McGuire explained, “‘ Yoga’ comes from the Sansk rit ‘yuj, ’ meaning to yoke together Yoga is as alive and changing as we are. Some view yoga as the prac tice of physical postures. Some say yoga is about the work ings of the mind. Yoga is all of these. Like a mirror, yoga will reflec t different meanings along the way as you transform through prac tice ”

Meditation and mindfulness are other prac tices proven to strengthen the soul. There are differences between the two prac tices, but they also overlap In a nutshell, meditation is the prac tice of setting aside time to focus on clearing the mind. M indfulness is constantly attuning yourself to the Now, and includes prac ticing mindful meditation. Consider exploring both a little deeper and decide which works best for you.

Me Time

De-stress and re-energize with ac tivities that are relaxing and good for mind, body and soul. (Instead of the “me time” that involves a par tysize bag of potato chips and the T V remote.)

Enjoy spa time. Kelly Kreisher, esthetician with Mark of Distinc tion Aveda Salon and Spa, suggested, “For a New Year ’s sk in refresh, I recommend our V itamin C facial treatment. V itamin C is amazing for sk in, ” she said “I t stimulates collagen produc tion to reduce and prevent signs of aging sk in Our V itamin C Treatment Serum stays ac tive on your sk in for five days it ’s another reason I love it!”

Too, treating yourself to a massage should never be considered an indulgence “ The power of touch is so amazingly beneficial to both body and spirit, ” said Kreisher “Any amount of time is beneficial, from a quick 30-minute session to up to 2 hours ”

Be good to yourself Be a better you “I t ’s never too late to be what you might have been ” –George Eliot a

Resources:

ADD Joy of Life Coaching, For t Wayne, 260 225 3435, addjoyoflife com

Mark of Distinc tion S alon & Spa, For t Wayne, 260 625 6552, markofdistinc tionsalon com

Pranayoga, For t Wayne, 260 627 9642, pranayogaschool com

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