How can you start on your own?
Getting clear about what you want to do next starts with addressing some basic questions. I’ve selected a few just to help you get into the habit of being with yourself, and listening to your Self––your own best resource. The point is…you can begin illuminating your own clarity about what you are feeling, needing and wanting…with or without me. I encourage you to carve out time for yourself and enjoy inviting forward the wisdom of your deeper Self.
Have Fun ….establish a practice
Here’s a suggestion for a 20 minute practice to be done every day for the next 7, 14, or 21 days. Sit in a place that is comfortable and quiet — outdoors or in. Some of you may need to “do” absolutely nothing. And give yourself permission to do so. It may be helpful to have a journal in which to record your thoughts. Or, you may prefer to focus on some good questions. I have listed three. Or you may wish to develop your own questions. Above all, relax and have fun. This is time just for you, however you choose to use these moments you are dedicating to yourself.
1. When I am happiest, what am I doing?
The point here is to think about your gifts. Include your passions, whatever fills you, whatever moves you, whatever affirms you, wherever you are naturally skillful and productive. Review your whole life, in school, as a volunteer, your paid positions. Bask in enjoyment of what has made, and does make, your life sing. Get as specific as you can about the unique life affirming natural talents that you exercise wherever you find yourself.
2. Where are my opportunities to do more of it?
Think about your present and your future. Dream. Look around at the world, and see what needs call forth your passion, time, and energy. In what situations might doing more of what you do best, make a real contribution to others? When you have some ideas, consider the final question.