Personal Growth Cafe

November 15, 2017

I reignite my passions through self-reflection.

I take time each day to reflect. Reflecting helps me identify things that are important to me.

The best way for me to reflect is to remove myself from the whirlwind that surrounds me.

I look for a quiet place with a comfortable place to sit and I enjoy the beautiful sound of silence.

With my eyes closed, I draw up times when I felt pure joy. Allowing myself to go back to that time gives me inner peace.

The pictures in my mind do not consist of possessions because my joy does not come from things I own.

What I see are the faces of my family and friends. I hear the laughter of children and I feel the gentleness of the ocean’s breeze. That’s when my passions erupt like a volcano.

It is essential that everything I do is driven by passion so I can live a fulfilling life.

I cannot be led by greed or selfishness. I feel real happiness when I am aware of my passions and I pursue them.

I find myself going through the motions of a meaningless life when I do not reflect. I take on obligations just to have something to do.

Even a worthy cause can become a burden if I am doing it for the wrong reasons.

Exercising reflection tones my soul’s muscles. My soul gains unnecessary weight from distractions and stress.

When I pause and search my heart, I can distinguish between those distractions and my true calling.

I am excited about what is to come. My vision is focused on fulfilling my calling.

I do my best when I am passionate and I am passionate when I pause for reflection.

What are the things that bring you the most joy?

How are you taking enough time to relax and reflect?

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November 15, 2017

When I feel insecure, I remain focused on things that I am passionate about.

November 14, 2017

Personal Self-Care Tips: Top 10 Ways to Care for Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

Personal self-care involves many different aspects of your overall being.

As a matter of fact, personal self-care means you need to take care of yourself inside and out.

By doing this, you’ll not only feel better about yourself, but about any situation you encounter.

If you are not mindful of your mind, body and spiritual needs, then you’re looking disaster right in the eye.

This disaster can come in the form of emotional and physical distress.

Top 10 Ways to Care for Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

There are countless ways to take care of your mind, body, and spirit.

By applying these tips into your daily routine, you will significantly improve the quality of your life.

Let’s go through the ten ways to take care of yourself:

Eat Healthy Foods – Incorporate as many raw foods as possible, such as fruits and vegetables.They contain the essential nutrients needed to function at your best, both physically and mentally.
Try to have a diet that consists of at least 60% raw foods, if not more.

Exercise – Exercising just a few days a week can make a huge difference in how you feel about yourself, both mentally and physically.You’re doing something healthy with your body and you’re also releasing endorphins that are known to make you feel happy!
Quality Sleep – Make sure you get enough sleep at night. Sleep deprivation can make you nervous, cranky, and prevent you from thinking clearly.

Prayer and Meditation – It is important to have a connection to something or someone higher than yourself. Prayer puts things into perspective and provides balance.

Self–Reflection – Self-reflection is important because it allows you to take a deeper look into yourself. Focus on the things that are positive for a good sense of well-being.

Alone Time – Make sure you make time for you. You have to be alone once in a while to re-connect with yourself.You can use this time to write in a journal, pray, or meditate. Enjoy the silence!

Social needs – Personal relationships are very important; after all, we all need social interaction. Enjoy a regular night out with friends far away from work.

Respect yourself – You can’t do any of these things unless you have self-respect. Don’t respect yourself because of the things you do in your life.Respect yourself because of who you are on the inside.

Exercise Your Brain – You have to constantly stimulate your brain. Do this by working puzzles or playing computer games that involve some sort of strategy.Doing this will keep you sharp and ready for anything.

Be Organized – Keep your life tidy and organized. Set up a routine in which you can actively incorporate these personal self-care tips in your day.

You Do Have the Time!

If you’re saying, “But I don’t have time for any of this,” don’t fret. You don’t have to incorporate all of these things every single day!

Some of these self-care tips will naturally fall into place over time and others will need to be implemented on certain days of the week.

Make yourself a schedule and stick to it.

You’ll feel a much greater balance in your life and you will gain the confidence and strength to accomplish anything!

Why is there a need to care for the mind, body and spirit?

How has this given you a healthy perception of life?

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November 14, 2017

On the journey of life, it’s okay for me to stop and ask for directions.

November 14, 2017

I organize my priorities into separate bins and pull them out one-by-one.

There is a reliable technique I use to manage my priorities. Using this system helps me organize my life.

When I think about my priorities, I imagine a row of balls. I pick up each ball, one at a time, and I label it with a goal or a task I hope to accomplish.

Then I take the ball and evaluate how important it is to my life. Once I have carefully assessed its value, I place the ball in one of three bins.

The first bin is where I place every high-priority task. This bin contains every task or goal that is most important to me.

The second bin is where I place the balls that are labeled with goals I hope to accomplish ‘someday.’ The projects in this bin are not as urgent or important as my high-priority tasks.

The last bin is where I place balls that are ‘delegate or drop’ tasks. This bin is helpful to me because it allows me to remove the tasks that are unimportant so I can focus on my bigger goals.

Once I have sorted each ball into my bins, my life has a comforting sense order. When I am ready to take on a new task, I simply reach into a bin and pull out one ball at a time.

Approaching only one task at a time gives me confidence because I feel capable of accomplishing my goals.

This process has simplified my life. I never lose track of the big picture and I always feel like I am accomplishing the things that are most important to me.

How can you identify all of the tasks and goals you currently have in your life?

What if you examine each task, could you separate it into one of the three bins?

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November 14, 2017

To climb steep hills requires a slow pace at first. – Shakespeare

November 14, 2017

Organize Your Life A Little Each Day

Do you have a feeling of despair at the mess in your home or office?

Maybe you’re not even dealing with a mess; you might have things fairly tidy, but maybe you can’t find a single thing when you need it.

If this sounds familiar to you, you need to think about what a good organization strategy can do for your productivity.

Being more organized will make your life easier as well as save you time at the end of the day.

If you’re interested in organizing your life, little by little, think about these organization strategies:

Tidy a Little Bit Every Day

Many of us shudder when it comes to cleaning. If you think that you have to break out the brooms and mops and spend the whole day cleaning, then you’re in for a surprise.

The truth is, by spending just ten or twenty minutes a day organizing your space, you’ll be making a huge difference.

Start with cleaning one area each day. This can be a deep cleaning or just a superficial cleaning but at least you’ll feel productive.

Once this becomes a habit, you’ll finish your cleaning faster and have more free time everyday.

Everything Has Its Place

When you’re organizing your workspace or your living area, everything needs to have a place where it “lives.”

For instance, scissors need to live in a specific box or drawer, as do other small things.

If something doesn’t have a specific home, it will wander, get lost and generally add to the clutter that pervades your area.

Take some time to really consider your options when it comes to making sure that everything has a place on a permanent basis.

Reminders

Get yourself a professional journal or a daily planner and use it.

Sometimes just the action of writing something down in a book can really help you remember where you need to be and when.

Other ways of reminding yourself of important events is to use post-it notes or an organizer on your cell phone.

Experiment and use whatever method works best for you and your lifestyle.

Throw It Away

When you’re looking to de-clutter your workspace, make sure you throw away things that you no longer need.

Everyday do a quick purge and get rid of things that pile up on your desk or kitchen counters.

This will get you more space and give you a better idea of what is going on in general.

Daily mail and papers are the biggest clutter culprits. Be sure to throw away any junk right away and file away any important papers.

The longer these things stay in a pile, the more likely they will get lost or forgotten.

Set Routines and Learn to Delegate Chores

Keeping a home organized and running smoothly can be difficult, especially if you have a large family.

Establish set routines so certain tasks are completed everyday and assign large chores, like laundry, to a specific day of the week.

This way you know exactly what chore has to be accomplished everyday.

Delegate chores to your spouse or children that are age appropriate.

Dividing the work among many family members teaches everyone how to work together as a team.

No one expects you to go from clutter-bug to super-organized overnight.

But by simply implementing a few of these tips into your life, you will re-discover what it’s like to be prepared and organized both in the workplace and at home.

How can being organized help you get more work done?

How have you enjoyed life because of being organized?

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November 14, 2017

Great works are performed, not by strength, but perseverance. – Samuel Johnson

November 14, 2017

I make positive choices for the best of my body, mind and soul.

I am happier and more productive when I am healthier. For this reason, I make positive choices for the best of my body, mind, and spirit.

I start by eating right. Even though it takes longer and may cost a little more, my body deserves quality foods that will help me be healthier, feel better, and even live a more prosperous life.

I am a part of nature and I choose to eat as close to nature as possible, choosing whole, fresh foods whenever I can.

I have let go of my craving for processed foods because I know cravings subside after a few short days of healthy eating.

I also choose to exercise regularly. It doesn’t have to be a formal program at the gym, but it can be something as simple as walking with my partner or children after dinner.

I make a point of getting my body moving each day.

I exercise my mind. Although, there’s nothing wrong with the occasional television show, I feed my mind primarily with books, programs and discussion that allow me to learn and grow.

I also nourish my soul with regular communion with my Creator. No matter how busy I am, I take a few minutes each day for prayer and meditation.

I meet regularly with other spiritually minded people because I know, together, we can help each other achieve greater depth and understanding.

How are you taking the time to eat food that is good for your body?

Have you fed your mind anything nutritious lately?

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November 14, 2017

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I reignite my passions through self-reflection.

When I feel insecure, I remain focused on things that I am passionate about.

Personal Self-Care Tips: Top 10 Ways to Care for Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

On the journey of life, it’s okay for me to stop and ask for directions.

I organize my priorities into separate bins and pull them out one-by-one.

To climb steep hills requires a slow pace at first. – Shakespeare

Organize Your Life A Little Each Day

Great works are performed, not by strength, but perseverance. – Samuel Johnson

I make positive choices for the best of my body, mind and soul.

A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book. – Irish Proverb