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Let's talk about getting through long winter doldrums, aka how I'm surviving winter. I drag my feet in January and February, anybody else I fight back by keeping active, physically, mentally, spiritually. Here are some of the ways I've been doing this ... Jumping out to grab a walk and fresh air in warmer pockets. Often this includes a walking buddy, which is a great way to stay connected. Learning - I'm taking part in an 18-week organic gardening course through Gaia college. Some weeks my brain hurts from reading science & chemistry of the soil. Cations and anions, anybody?? I've been cleansing out sugar and carbs (this is not fun, but I know there will be payoff) I have been watching Jeremy Clarksons FARM on Amazon Prime; this gives me the green fix I need since everything outside is frozen and monochrome. It also has provided a few good laughs too. AND I’ve learned a good bit about agriculture. I have a growing love for farmers. I signed up for an intro to prophecy class at my church. It's been illuminating and moving. I've included this in my journaling practice. Journaling is sometimes inconsistent, but this has kept me more consistent. I have a favourite DIY Febreze spray I use with essential oils. Mint, lemon, grapefruit, bergamot, lavender, rosemary. I love to spray on my bed linens. Lovely and fresh and quite invigorating. It’s an uplifting fragrance and on those gray days it’s a nice pick-me-up. #womensyyc #womenswellness #heartmatters #februarygoals #soulfulsimplicity #holisticcoach #holistichealth #lookafteryou #healthymind #healthyrelationships #transitions #yyc #inspirationalquotes #lovequotes #startwithyou #insideout #restore #restore4life #february

It looks and feels like January, yet here we are, February. Cheers to another beginning and a fresh start. Onward. ... #perspectiveiseverything #welcomefebruary ##inspriationalquotes #motivationalquotes #february2022 #coaching

Self-Check Wednesday, What’s holding your attention? Thoughts can go many directions during winter months.... Are you aware of your thought patterns? Thoughts are connected to your energy. Here are a few things to stay alert to while you manage energy in January #january #energystyle #lowenergy #slowmomentsofcalm #intentionalliving #seekinspirecreate #winterwellness #winterblues #calmoverchaos #besttips #wintertips #momtips #winterhack #sad #lowenergy #energymanagment

Do you struggle in January too? Here are a few things you might consider to get through the month of January. -ambient lighting... -oil blends -textiles -candles -winter playlist -journal -hobbies -meaningful connection And other soothing things. Customize it to your liking. It’s all about connecting to the things that balance you out, make life less tense and inspire you in new ways through the darker colder months of winter. #cozywinter #cozyhome #hygee #hygeehome #wintercomforts #winterwellness #motherhoodconnectiontribe #momsyyc #yyc #yycsmallbusiness #albertamoms #motherhoodsocial #slowmomentsofcalm #intentionalliving #seekinspirecreate #mentalhealth #takecareofyourself #takecareofyou

Full disclosure, I dislike January. In the past couple of years, I’ve had to work hard to reframe January.... It feels dull, grey and cold. I think we all have a similar story when something doesn’t feel right/good in our bodies. The question is what will we do with it? Get angry? Depressed? Melancholy? __________? Some days are a fight; some seasons are a fight. All-natural and 100% human. There are days I have to push myself harder to shift my mood from mirroring the weather conditions outside. I’ve spent some time thinking about what is holding my attention on such days. I share more about this in a new blog post (link in bio) sharing a few of my discoveries as I move through the winter season and long for spring. https://www.refreshcoaching.ca/post/spark-hygee-this-winter #growth #growing #selfcaretip #keepinggrowing #beencouraged #motivation #cozywinter #cozyhome #hygee #hygeehome #wintercomforts #winterwellness #covidwellness #motherhoodconnectiontribe #momsyyc #albertamoms #albertaentrepreneurs #motherhoodsocial #winterdepression #sadsyndrome #sadmood #seasonalaffectivedisorder

I’m part old world, part new world. Raised in Canada by a father from coastal N. Ireland meant there was a clash of old world thinking/practices with new world cultural practices . Clashes of how things are done, The modern industrial approach or old world traditional practices. ... I eventually wrote off old and adopted new, yet having paid many visits to Ireland I couldn’t shake off my experiences there, their simplicity and way of life; not to mention the food. Ah yes, the food is always outstanding. It began to bother me deeply I couldn’t replicate the flavours and quality of their produce and veg quite the same here. I did a bit of research, while Ireland has an advantage of a rich earth, a temperate climate with generous humidity, they’ve also maintained the integrity of their agricultural practices and soil supporting a better balanced echo system. There is a beautiful harmony with nature and the people of the land. Respect for the resources they have and stewarding it with care. I’ve often wondered how I can marry these two parts of me. I enrolled at Gaia college in their organic master gardener class this winter. I see this as an investment in myself but marrying these two parts of me. The old with the new. To see something flourish whether it be our mind, body, or spirit or the land, means we must cultivate, nurture, develop and care for it. After reflecting on this question I wish I would have. I know I won’t regret this investment of my time, for future, and the land we enjoy. #canadiangirl #nirish #echosystem #health #wellbeing #investment #steward #keeplearning #cultivate #nurture #pastpresentfuture #ireland #organicgardening

Do you ever wonder - am I heading in the right direction? Here’s a journal entry for you. Imagine your at the end of your life... Now finish the statement I wish I would have Sit with it. What comes to mind? Grab your journal and let your pen guide you. What do you want? What will you do? Tell me more. Reach out and share your thoughts. I’m sharing what came up for me tomorrow when I sat with this question :) #reflection #lifecoach #januaryreflection #soultalk #selfhelp #intentionallife #newyearfocus #newyearsgoals #newyearsreflections #growth #growing #newyeargoals #newyear #selfcaretip #keepgrowing #beencouraged #strongerthanyesterday #motivation #2022goals #question

5 questions to start your year off intentionally. You can apply these questions to different areas such as: Personal... Family Work The trick is not to overthink and overwhelm your mental space. If you would like to take this from fuzzy to clear and focused, join me in a free workshop this Sunday. We’ll reflect, explore, brain dump, drill down on what’s of highest importance and line it up for meaningful action. Sign-up link in bio.

I remind my self continuously, When something is out of whack I need to examine - what do I need right now for this to feel differently in my body.... There is no point in getting angry at the world around me, change is an inside job. I create the world I want to live in. In comes down to responsibility. I take full responsibility over how I engage with myself and others. This is where I have full control over how I show up in the world. It starts with me. Creating my environment I want to live in Creating the relationships that are meaningful and hold value Defining my boundaries Managing my calendar making sure it aligns with my values and priorities Understanding my bigger vision and my why for why I do what I do. When all these things are in place my motivation is enabled. Aligning my body, mind and soul for meaningful action. #motivationalquotes #quotestoliveby #inspirationalquotes #motivation101 #mindbodysoul #yourwhy ##selfdevelopment #selfcare #takecharge #emotionsquotes #newyearmotivation #winterwellness #winterblues #calmoverchaos

It’s transition time And you know how transition brings on all types of woulds, coulds and shoulds or maybe’s? It creates a swirling cycle of thoughts and emotions leaving you feeling on edge.... Join me Sunday, Jan 9th at 7 PM MTN time over zoom carve out a plan for this next season & trade in stress and overwhelm for clarity and focus. Come lighten the heavy load of your thoughts or worries and takes steps towards clarity with compassion. Are you looking to: Reset your mind and heart You’re looking to ease into 2022 Clear out, reset mental clutter You want to ease sensations of pressure or angst I’m with you - sign up in the link in bio #familymanagement #peaceandflow #reset2022 #momhacks #overcomeoverwhelm #intentionalnewyear #mindsetformoms #tendtoyourself #innerconflict #mentalclutter #winterblues #mariekondo #getorganized

Are you a person that stops to think about the past before stepping forward towards the future? The holidays provide a natural break in our rhythms allowing you to take a step back & notice. Just as you would stop to take in scenery on a local hike, pausing to notice. Here are a few great questions to reflect on and take notice of.... Try a brain dump to tease out hidden gems we can easily overlook. Bringing them to light can be a helpful way to pay attention to what we want to strengthen or manage in ourselves in this next year. Subscribe to receive a New Years newsletter on inside traits you’ll want to pay attention to as part of your staying in your zone of success in 2022. Link in bio!

What you should really know about Boundaries. Boundaries is an inside job 100% It’s a learned skill... It is cultivated It requires courage - to do and act differently than in the past It is self- discipline It is trust - building inner trust in yourself. And every action of exercising these principles is an action of building new muscle in you. And like building any new muscle it requires you to strain the muscle for it to stretch and grow. So that discomfort you may feel in the moment is normal. Lean in and trust in the discomfort. Finally, honour your need for change, by setting a boundary. Change is hard, try returning a with a thoughtful gesture to ease tension. Release expectations that some seasons & dynamics are hard and while you mean no harm, everyone will adapt in time. #familyhacks #overcomeoverwhelm #intentionalchristmas #mindsetformoms #tendtoyourself #protectyourself #tradeoffs #familyconflict #mentalclutter #sayingno #boundariesarehealthy #mindfulno #holidayboundaries #compassionateboundaries #momboundaries #settingboundaries #christmasboundaries #honouryourself #familyhacks #selfrespect #selfdicipline #caringmoms #caringforothers #resentment #courageovercomfort

What you should really know about Boundaries. Boundaries is an inside job 100% It’s a learned skill... It is cultivated It requires courage - to do and act differently than in the past It is self- discipline It is trust - building inner trust in yourself. And every action of exercising these principles is an action of building new muscle in you. And like building any new muscle it requires you to strain the muscle for it to stretch and grow. So that discomfort you may feel in the moment is normal. Lean in and trust in the discomfort. Finally, honour your need for change, by setting a boundary. Change is hard, try returning a with a thoughtful gesture to ease tension. Release expectations that some seasons & dynamics are hard and while you mean no harm, everyone will adapt in time. #familyhacks #overcomeoverwhelm #intentionalchristmas #mindsetformoms #tendtoyourself #protectyourself #tradeoffs #familyconflict #mentalclutter #sayingno #boundariesarehealthy #mindfulno #holidayboundaries #compassionateboundaries #momboundaries #settingboundaries #christmasboundaries #honouryourself #familyhacks #selfrespect #selfdicipline #caringmoms #caringforothers #resentment #courageovercomfort