Stop the Inner Madness

Self: There’s so much - I’m at a loss in terms of wondering what I can do to help. 

 

Wiser Self: It’s OK not to know – it’s OK to take a break.

 

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It’s time to break my cone of silence. 

 

Although I am grateful for work projects that occupy my mind, house projects have slowed in their urgency and there’s an unprecedented lawlessness to my list-making, book reading, dressing routine, writing schedule, exercise routine and more.

 

For example, a few weeks ago in an effort to take a stab at my core strength, I decided to start doing sit-ups. I did 18.  Not 20 – not 10 – but 18.

 

At 18 sit-ups, I was finished – surprisingly satisfied. I felt complete. I rolled my eyes at myself and laughed out loud at the randomness of it.

 

There are many things unfolding in the world around us – and each of us has been impacted in different ways – it’s mind-boggling when I try to imagine the range of experiences we are all having with the pandemic, the racial revolution, the political landscape and more.

 

Sometimes it's challenging to know what to do - there are so many different places to focus - so much in disarray.

 

If we're lucky, we have the capacity to want to do - this can only be fueled by plentiful rest, abundant health, engaging work and/or joyful hobbies, and feelings of hope and gratitude that offer relief and moments of joy and laughter.

 

I wish this for you - I wish it for the friends and loved ones who are in your circle.

 

But if you ever feel at a loss and wonder what you can do to help because there is just so much – it’s OK not to know. 

 

It’s OK to take a break.

 

There are people around us who are carving pumpkins and playing music and dancing.

 

What will make your heart lighter?

 

Find it - do it for yourself - and feel your core strength grow.

 

In many ways, It's the perfect time of year to refresh our perspective. The weather is crisper. The leaves are bursting with color. Nature calls us to spend time outside - to breathe the fresh air - to lay in the grass - to look up at the sun - and rest for a while.

 

Replenish the source within you - give yourself permission to take a break - and the rest will flow from there.

 

Sending you light and wishing you well.

 

~Kathy~

 

 

Kathy Sturgis, Ph.D. Kathy is founder of Refreshment Zone and is an organizational and personal development specialist with a doctorate in communication. Contact Kathy@RefreshmentZone.com for more information on strategic planning, mission statement renewal, executive/personal coaching or motivational programs.

 

Refreshment Zone

It's Not Just Business - It's Personal

On the Consulting Side

 

Lots is happening at Refreshment Zone – as you know, I collaborate with individual clients, nonprofits and corporations. Right now, we are facilitating conversations that matter in our areas of expertise - strategic planning, vision/mission, mindfulness, life balance and personal growth. We're doing it all virtually and enjoying the challenge of bringing creativity, energy and productive outcomes to virtual meetings. Contact us to reinvigorate your workplace.

 

On the Personal/Spiritual Side 

 

I officiated a pandemic wedding for a resilient couple on a mountaintop (blog to follow on this amazing experience). There was zero visibility, gusts of wind and lots of joy as we stood in the rain after hiking up to the top of Black Balsam Knob in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hiking boots, back packs and masks were the perfect accompaniment to wedding gown and tuxedos. The most amazing thing for me was the realization that, despite the rain and fog, everything this couple needed was within reach and within view - 12 people at their side - the ones who will climb mountains and walk with them for the rest of their lives. Loved ones were far away - streaming and cheering them on. This bride and groom are my definition of resilience in the pandemic. I can't wait to tell you more about them.

 

After completing my facilitation training earlier this year, I'm developing SoulCollage®️ workshops to complement our work on gift/purpose discovery. This is an in-person experience, so as soon as it's safe, we'll be jumping back in. Personally, I've found my SoulCollage®️ to be transformative - I can't wait to share it with you.

 

And this week, I'm working on a website refresh with resources/formats to delight and renew your mind – at work and at home. 

 

Questions or ideas? Reach out and let me know.

 

~Kathy~

Find Your Rest

Let nature come to you with this beautiful time-lapse photography where Louie Schwartzberg explores the beauty of pollination. For those who enjoy all things spooky in October, there are bats filmed in the night as they feed, dive and play. Watch hummingbirds twirl and - yes - watch to the end for thousands of butterflies! I've been following Schwartzberg's work for many years now and he has some other beautiful works and several TED Talks on gratitude and pollination. I hope you enjoy the miracle of nature and the new beginnings that it invites. This piece finds a home on my Music & Meditation page. Have a great week/weekend. ~Kathy~

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