Feeling burdened, afraid, or powerless are signs we should rise into the present moment and take a deep breath. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #presence #awareness #positivity #empowerment #choice #peace #consciousness Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

A rich life has more pearls than empty spaces. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #peace #choice #calm Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Every single one of us has influence. We either add to the noise or create a peaceful space conducive to creativity and growth. This is a choice. Ask: How do I use my influence? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #presence #choice #influence #calm #peace #empowerment Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Whether we allow regrets from the past or fears for the future into our Now is a choice we make in every moment of our lives. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #choice #presence #practice #peace Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Peace isn't a destination but an active choice within all the moments of our lives. Ask: How do I choose peace today? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #choice #peace 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.

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.

Rescue by helicopter is a bit dramatic, especially when small acts of caring can prevent us from getting lost in the wilderness in the first place. Today's presence challenge is to simply notice the ways people look out for each other. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #presence #peace #community #friendship #caring #support #awareness #appreciation #kindness Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Surrender the need for control and ride the wave to new heights. Or be crushed. There is a choice. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #peace #flow #relax #release #acceptance #change Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Gratitude is the practice of focusing on positives and making them count more than the miseries. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #calm #peace #presence #joy #gratitude #enough Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

It's okay to set limits, decline invitations, and make our interests a priority. A feeling of resentment isn't anyone's "fault," only a sign that a stronger boundary is needed. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #calm #peace #presence #relationship #compassion #understanding #boundaries #limits #nonjudgement 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.

Nature is full of leaky pipes and little universes. Those are the niches of creation where life thrives. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #peace #calm #allowing #beauty #nature #release #nonattachment #creativity #perspective 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.

When we are fully present while "doing" something, time slows and our quality of life improves. Today's challenge is to choose one activity and focus our full attention on it. The task can be as simple as brushing our teeth. Feel the brush travel over your teeth, notice the taste the toothpaste, listen to the water running, enjoy the swish of the rinse, and find humor in the spit. Relax and be home in your body for this brief amount of time. Winking at your cute reflection i

Our emotional reactions signal an insight is ripe for harvest. Today's challenge is to identify an annoying person and then pause to consider who or what their behavior reminds us of. Once we understand the connection, the behavior won't be as upsetting because it will not seem "personal" (about us) anymore. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #self #awareness #empowerment #calm #peace #freedom #attention Image courtesy o

The way to a better world exists. We just need to calm down long enough to see it. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #presence #meditation #empowerment #peace #calm #betterworld Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

Today's challenge is to simply appreciate the way things are. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #presence #meditation #calm #peace #path #higherpurpose #nextlevel Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.

We jump to a new level of freedom in the golden moment we realize the negativity directed at us is an expression of someone's unhealed trauma, fears, insecurities, and disappointments about their own life. #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #mindfulness #awareness #depth #understanding #compassion #peace #freedom #nextlevel Image courtesy of the Canva pro media library.