Love & Life Elevated

I love to call laughter "carbonated gratitude." I want to give you several reasons to laugh today. We use at least a dozen muscles when we laugh. Belly laughter is like botox - it lifts and circulates - bringing a youthful glow to your face. 

Are you noticing that you are sitting more than ever? Are you tethered to your seat - literally? Movement is essential for our mental health and mood. I know the pandemic has us more stationary than ever, but it is important to step away from the screen several times a day. Get outside if you can.

There is a saying in Buddhism, samma vaca, that simply means, right speech. How do you distinguish between words that elevate others with love and possibility, versus words that criticize or deflate others? Here are four tenets to this practice.

Do you ever feel like your inner light can be dimmed if you pay too much attention to what is going on outside of yourself? There are four basic tenets or habits that every stoic philosopher needs to embody. If you are open to a philosophy that helps you shine your light, take this in.

Marie Kondo has inspired many of us to declutter. Clutter in your space impacts your mood for various reasons. Clutter has a direct relationship to inspiration and creativity or lack thereof. Let's dive deeper into this idea.

You don't have to sit still to connect with Spirit. This is about the beauty and blessing of being alive. There is suddenness in life. We hear a lot about "sudden death." Today I want to talk about "sudden aliveness," those "aha" moments.

Create a ruckus wherever you go. Embrace whatever makes you come alive. Go out into the world and express that out loud. You are an activist for love. Allow that to express in and as you.

When you think of a leader or someone you give your trust to, who do you think of? Leadership doesn't require a title. Humanity doesn't connect with titles. We connect with people who emulate hope. What do you hunger to bring into the world? Be hope, unleashed.

It's not always easy to show up and be the best version of yourself. We have edges that we push - on one side - the edge of fear - to the other side, the edge of ecstasy. Common humanity and being a beacon for others lie somewhere in between these edges.

It's time to recognize that you are a force for change. Who you are is a superpower. Be that beacon. Stand up, stand out, shine your light. You are more than worth it.

Did you know that around 80%-85% of our over 45 thousand thoughts/day are negative or based in fear? And that of those thoughts around 90% are repeated thoughts, which control our beliefs. Today I am sharing three words that are one of the most powerful ways to disrupt limited beliefs.

It's truly amazing what prayer can do for us. This is about setting an intention and affirming who are you are. Setting healthy boundaries, inviting in optimum relationships.

Is there a time in your life when you gave your power away? One of the most important practices that we can do to help heal all of our histories, is forgiveness. We house memories that we have said or done or WISH we would have said or done, but we can FORGIVE. Forgive ourselves.

Picture exquisite peace and success and as your life right now. This is all about willpower and willingness. Whatever we seek in our lives comes from dedication, perseverance, and fortitude to stay convicted to our path and purpose.

This message is coming in hot. And this comes from my hero - from a time when I was about twelve years old. It is so important to surround yourself with a positive mentor. Live your full expression.

Too many of us hold ourselves hostage to love. We may feel like we are not worthy or we don't measure up to our own expectations. Be present for the good that you do. This is self-efficacy. Slow down to recognize how good you already are.

I've been thinking a lot about love lately. Do you ever wonder if love will truly win again? I believe it will, and it begins with you and I. Hold the space for grace every single day. Live the oneness. Be the light. Overwhelm with love. Overcome the darkness.

If you want to change society first you must change yourself. I'm guessing you've heard that (or something similar) before. Look at your life and where limiting beliefs may be holding you back. Stand openly for the truth. Be a catalyst for love and compassion.

Before you shy away from today's message I want to say that this is NOT about religion. It is more about ritual, creating family traditions, and taking a few moments of gratitude and grace before you to jump into that big bowl of pasta (or whatever you may be eating).

What unfinished business do you have? Where have you got healing work to do? What words have been left unsaid? We are all up against these questions. Take in stock in how you are living. Where have your fulfilled your intentions and where have you fallen short. Take action on living today.

There are many things that happen in life that we could not predict. What we can predict, or control, are the intentions that we set for our lives. Setting intentions through affirmations, visualization, affirmations, prayers, and writing build important neuropeptides that set us up for success.

I am immensely passionate about nutrition and the connection between what we eat and how we function - mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I will confess my love for dark chocolate and explain how and why it can be an essential part of a healthy diet.

Today's message is all about self-acceptance and the key to happiness. Underneath all of the science, what it comes down to is living our truth. The research is science-driven, of course, but the message here is spiritual. Look around your life and decide to choose self-acceptance and happiness.

How you show up each moment is how you present yourself to the world. Search for beauty in the ordinary. Lean into every bit of life. Stay awake amidst the distractions. Speak kindly to yourself and others. Designate the practice of your life to being present.

Today we are taking a deeper dive into the idea of social connectivity. We are a community that thrives on the consciousness of service. Serve from a place of purpose, meaning, and courage. This is what drives humanity forward. Show up heart-first.