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Let's Explore Finding Flow in our Daily Lives

Today we are discussing the concept of "flow state" or "peak state," describing it as a state where often time flies, distractions decrease, and what you are working on becomes easier to focus on. Noting physical sensations like relaxation, warmth, and lack of tension in the body when in flow.
Acknowledging the opposite, not being in flow feels draining, tense, and distracting, with tasks feeling burdensome and time dragging on. Forever….sometimes.
The importance of noticing when we are in flow, and when we are not, to experience more of it. Consider setting intentions in the morning to pay attention to these states. Decide today to experiment with different activities and environmental factors to facilitate flow, such as listening to music, changing lighting, and engaging in physical movement. Starting with the small stuff can make a bigger impact over time.
Finally, commit to some "homework," encouraging yourself to set daily intentions to notice flow, try new or previously enjoyed (I like to call them retro-activities, things you may have enjoyed when you were younger) activities that bring joy, and reflect on your experiences regularly to cultivate more flow in your life.
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Honoring the Soul Within: A Journey of Self-Love and Recognition

In this episode, we explore the concept of honor, review current definitions and the prevalent ways in modern society it shows up. For instance, how individuals are often honored for external achievements, such as career success, financial status, appearance, and social media presence.
I share a personal story about dealing with neck pain and the importance of prioritizing self-care and self-honor. I reflect on a shift from negative self-talk to a more compassionate approach, encouraging you to recognize and celebrate small acts of self-love.
We conclude with an assignment, to reflect on instances of self-honor in the past week and set intentions for upcoming weeks. The emphasis is on cultivating a habit of self-honor through intentional awareness and positive reinforcement.
Overall, we focus on what revolves around honor, particularly self-honor,  while offering practical insights and exercises for you to try to integrate into your life.
Book Reference- Heal Your Body by Louise Hay
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Decisions on Life's Racetrack: Balancing Practice, Reflection, and Celebrating Wins

In this episode we draw parallels between life choices and decisions made on a racing simulator or a racetrack. An emphasis on the importance of practice and reflection in both scenarios. I reflect on how different individuals have varying approaches on the simulator, which can correlate with their decision-making styles in life.
She introduces the concept of two extremes - those who "send it" by making fast and impulsive decisions without considering the consequences, and those who are overly cautious and slow, often paralyzed by fear. Finding a balance, where you aim to stay in the middle by learning to add in caution, but making decisions to move forward.
We review the significance of reflecting on one's choices, learning from mistakes, and making incremental improvements. Try to observe your behavior without judgment, celebrate wins, and focus on making one small improvement at a time. A practice of celebrating wins and acknowledging progress helps to build positive neural pathways in the brain.
I share personal experiences of applying lessons from racing to real-life situations, such as the importance of not dwelling on mistakes and quickly moving on to the next positive choice. Celebrate your wins and not be too harsh on yourself for making mistakes, there is power in positive reinforcement in shaping behavior.
 
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Do I Need Permission to Pursue New Beliefs?

This episode of Powered By Joy Podcast, we're diving into the next step of your journey toward a joy-filled life. Reflecting on my own journey, I realized the need for permission to question my beliefs, especially about spirituality and my happiness. It's like a never-ending adventure with layers to peel back and more questions to explore.
Often, we're deeply rooted in our upbringing, making it challenging to consider other perspectives. But asking brave questions can lead to a transformative path. In my case, exploring spiritual topics that contradicted my Christian upbringing led to fear and secrecy.
I needed a non-judgmental friend to grant me permission to explore and question. If you're facing similar struggles, you're in the right place. My core belief is that God is Love, and compassion, not judgment, is the key. So, why not give yourself permission to embark on your own quest of love and joy?
During my exploration, I worried about others' opinions and became a bit of a closet meditator. Nights of strange experiences led me to seek grounding techniques and spiritual boundaries, topics we'll delve into in future episodes.
Giving yourself permission to explore tools like meditation, grounding, and more can transform your life. It's a journey of self-love and choosing joy over struggle. Feel free to jot down your questions and observations in a notebook. This is about exploring your heart and soul, granting yourself the time and care you deserve.
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Quest for Joy

Are you struggling with feeling stuck, bored or frustrated? Are you feeling like you are helpless to make change or have no clue where to start to create a different more fulfilling life than you are living now? Maybe you find yourself getting pissy or like you have a short fuse?
In the episode we will discuss the keys to beginning a journey of discovery, going within and to discover yourself and what brings you joy. There are baby steps to learn, along with choosing a different frame of mind that will help you open yourself to new thoughts and solutions. 
It doesn’t have to feel overwhelming to make a change in your life. Sometimes you just want to escape and not deal and you don’t see an end in sight. I’m here to tell you that if you are willing to take baby steps (eat the elephant one bite at a time), then YOU have the power to make a shift. A big shift! This episode will hopefully be helpful in opening up the possibility that you can start to take these small steps, and you don’t have to do it alone. Join me and see what first steps to take in discovering more pleasure, happiness and joy in your life.
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