True Balance

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In Balance -Shann

A majority of the life coaching clients I play with are creative women in transition. Whether they are looking at career changes, lifestyle changes or have just begun to figure out what makes them tick, the common thread these women often share is “My well is dry.” Feeling like they do not have anything left to give and looking at me cross eyed when I recommend making some time for themselves. Too many women are totally overwhelmed by all they have to do and all of the roles they play,  praying there must be more to life than a never ending list of responsibilities.

A lucky few have decided to create a better life by stepping off of the fast paced treadmill of things to do, seemingly blasting by the essence of who they are.

If you share this feeling that your well is dry, I have a couple of questions for you.

1. What might it look like to live a life overflowing with abundance including time to be more then the roles you play?
2. How do you want to define yourself in the next chapter of your life?

When you have answered these questions you are ready to tap into an overflowing well of inspiration.

Filling your well might look like this:

• Evaluate your commitments

How much are you asking of yourself outside of work, family, and social time? Are you filling up every second of your time with tasks and responsibilities? Can you carve out an hour of time for yourself every day? What can you let go of?

• Get Silly!

One of the best teachers in my life is my daughter Marin.  This child is straight silly. While discussing what to make for dinner the other night we mentioned making big tossed salads. Within moments Marin was singing “Big Tossed Salad” and dancing around the laundry room.  Children have a way of reminding us to be silly.  Get your silly on!

• Ask For Help

When is the last time you asked a friend, peer or family member for help? Are you trying to do to much on your own? You are not meant to be a martyr. You are not weak if you ask for assistance. You are only as strong as your network of support. Reach out and allow yourself the help you need.

• Create a Collage of Beautiful Pictures

Have you ever created a collage? It’s easy. Grab a few magazines and catalogs, construction paper, glue stick and a pair of scissors and get down to business. You can quickly create your theme with bold phrases and colorful pictures that call out to you from each page. When you are finished put your collage in a space where you can admire it. If you have children this is a great activity to do together.

• Quiet reflection

Your life is a gift. You deserve more time to play and wonder where your life could lead. You do not have to be so frigging serious all the time. Lighten up and enjoy what each day brings. Part of lightening up is spending time alone in mediation or surrounded by natural beauty. You deserve peaceful time to balance how much of yourself you give away.

Nothing new here …

Just my take on how you can fill up your well and begin to enjoy the life choices you make in awareness.

Here is a helpful mantra or phrase I use when I’m feeling worn out and empty. Try it out.

“My life is a gift. I am filled with love and lightness. I deserve to be happy and fulfilled.”

How will you fill your well today?