Word Count: 490 Soul Nourishing Words 

Time to Read/Listen: About 3 Inspiring Minutes


Will you be in the drivers seat today steering your life and business in your best possible direction ... or will you go through the motions, frantically checking things off your TO DO list?

Most people get into routines and their decisions and activities become automated responses with little conscious thought beyond the bare essentials of task performance. When we're on autopilot like this, we disconnect from the fullness of life and minimize the value in our lessons, accomplishments and relationships.

But, if you make time to pause and reflect upon the deeper meaning of the events in your day, you expand your potential and feel the richness that life offers. You're alert to your soul's guidance and less likely to have repeat performances of issues. You simply get it faster because you are present.

When you contemplate your dreams and goals before jumping into your day, you align your choices with the life and business you want to create. Your imagination grows and so do your opportunities!

As you become more present, you connect with purpose which fuels passion, joy and fulfillment. You open the door to more creativity and time to explore new interests. Time is no longer unconsciously given away and you thoughtfully align your decisions with your unique values and goals. When that happens, you lose the guilt and anxiety that comes with thinking you need to please everyone.

When you have goals that are aligned with your values, you lose the emptiness that comes with not living your truth. The reality is, YOU are the most important person to please and ... you might not like the destination if you let circumstances or other people steer your ship.

So, create a daily routine that helps you connect with your goals, values and experiences and ... you will move into a higher state of awareness... one that will grow your business AND nourish your soul!

Give yourself time on your calendar every day to:

- Connect with your values and goals, then prioritize activities by aligning your day with "who you are", and "what you want to create".

- If you need help creating goals that feed your spirit AND your bottom line, create a Personal Success Statement using our free online tool.

- Pay attention to how you feel. Your feelings are your guideposts telling you if your moving toward or away from your desired destination.

- Get curious about reactions or habits that no longer serve you. What are the underlying thoughts or beliefs? What is your desired outcome? What's really important to you?

- When you stumble, BE KIND TO YOURSELF. Lose the self-criticism. There's a reason why human and humor are so closely connected; smile and laugh instead. You'll feel better and be in an excellent position to move forward faster.

- Make time to have fun every single day, even if it's just five minutes to share a joke over the phone with a friend.


Now go outside and play!