Looking back ruins the view. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #presence #awareness #positivity #intention #purpose #renewal #unlimited #potential Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Perhaps the best approach to heal all that seems wrong is to stop struggling, relax, and allow our doors to open. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #intention #purpose #meditation #peace #creation #connection #breathe Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

I can't think of a better argument for optimism, can you? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #intention #purpose #motivation #expectation #action #hope #optimism #vision #success Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

No matter how upset we are or how many times we've lost our patience, we can return to peace. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #intention #peace #calm #patience #practice #intention Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

To smile in an imperfect world is an act of rebellion. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #intention #smile #choice #mood #positivity #empowerment Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Directors can change the script. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #intention #empowerment #choice #control Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Exercising our power to claim freedom from boggy situations is one of the biggest thrills we experience. Wear those mud splatters with pride! #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #intention #empowerment #freedom #thrill #victory Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

I wrote this line last night in the (as yet, unnamed) fifth book in The Stain series for a situation where words of encouragement might have felt like a condescending "I told you so," to the the listener. Cassandra chose to provide silent support instead. Today's challenge is to pause to consider how our words might feel to the other person before we speak. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #intention #awareness #calm #

Today's challenge is to notice whenever water touches your hands. (Mindfulness) Clear the mind and focus on the sensation of the water on your skin. (Meditation) Imagine the water washing away whatever is no longer needed from your life. (Intention) #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #meditation #intention #release #awareness #calm #peace #nextlevel #growth #attention Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Stress is an illusion created by those who have convinced us that we are something less than what we truly are. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #empowerment #peace #calm #shift #intention #purpose #actualization #worthy #remember Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Hardship is a powerful motivator that propels us to action. Whatever situation we find ourselves in today can be the launch point of a heroic journey. Ask: Where would I like to be a year from now? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #awareness #mindfulness #purpose #vision #intention #change #empowerment #action #motivation #nextlevel Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

This is a choice we make. How do our expectations color our experiences? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #awareness #mindfulness #intention #attention #anxiety #hope #choice Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Focusing on what's happening right now gives us a break from grinding thoughts about things we can't control. Play is a lot like meditation in this way. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mindfulness #mentalhealth #presence #intention #release #play #peace #fun #creativity #ease #nextlevel Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Any routine task is an opportunity to quiet the mind and become fully present. Signal a shift (e.g., take a deep breath) and immerse in the sensory experience of completing the task. Thoughts about the past and future can wait. This is the time to feel ourselves doing whatever we're doing right now. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mindfulness #mentalhealth #meditation #grounding #awareness #presence #peace #moment #intention Image courtesy of

The easiest way to have a good day is to be thankful for it upon awakening. If we aren't happy with the situation we find ourselves in, we can also be grateful for that awareness and having an opportunity to change. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #motivation #awareness #joy #attitude #intention #mood #gratitude #empowerment #choice Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Here's a writing tip that is useful for everyone. When we are not happy where our story is going, we can stop writing, skip ahead, and start a new chapter. Writers edit later on but for us real-life actors, we can simply say, "I was tired of the way things were, so I made a few changes." #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #intention #empowerment #choice #control #freewill #life #writing #rewrite Image courtesy

Life does not have to be exciting to be worthwhile. We need days to sink into our bodies and rest. If we don't feel like doing much, that's okay. Doing nothing is important too. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #intention #balance #rest #reflection #calm #presence Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Material things are such transient pleasures. Which one could possibly offer lasting happiness? The secret to living a joyful life is not something found outside of ourselves, but knowing we are okay no matter what happens. When we are conscious in the present moment, we have everything we need. While I'd enjoy driving to the park in a new Land Rover, my happiness does not depend on my owning anything at all. This is the difference between presence and presents. #ReadTheStain

First we dream of the destination, then we seek opportunities that will take us there. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #opportunity #inspiration #searching #purpose #dreams #intention #awareness #career #jobs #relationships #fortune #empowerment Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Winter Solstice is the perfect day to appreciate season changes. We choose to consciously shift from the release of Autumn and spend the next three months nurturing new seeds within ourselves. Spring is coming - how ready will you be for rapid growth? Start dreaming BIG now. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #pause #intention #nature #cycles #transitions #solstice #solaryear #harmony #levelup Image courtesy of the Canva