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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Feeling the Bumps in the Road

We have all had a moment in life (or several of them) where things didn’t go according to plan. We set up a scenario in our mind. We visualized the outcome happening exactly how we would like it to. And we waited for everything to unfold beautifully. And then reality set in. The universe had something else in mind. And things took a very different turn. Our response to this new outcome is the only part of the outcome that we can control.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Your Sacred Gifts

We all have so much to offer. We are all born with sacred gifts and special qualities that are meant to be shared with the world. When we are young, these gifts flow easily and pour out of us. We sing, we dance, we play - we share our talents with anyone and everyone who will listen. And even if they won't - we don't let that stop us. We are simply living our purpose and sharing our gifts.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

The Importance of Opening Up

It’s not always easy to open up. To be raw. To be vulnerable. To let others see the real you – to let yourself see the real you. To tell it like it truly is. To let go of any pretenses. To step out without a mask. To show your soul.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Defining Self Care

I really think that self care is the key component to a happy life, and so I thought it would be fun to see what everyone's definition of self care was. We are all so unique and we all live varied lives. And this means that our definitions will all be different. If you are a new mom, self care might mean taking a nap while your baby sleeps. If you are a busy mom with older children, self care might mean practicing deep breathing while waiting in the car pool lane. If you are a business owner, self care might mean delegating tasks so that you can ease your own workload.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Take the Compliment, Darn It!

Have you ever received a compliment and gotten flustered because you weren't sure how to respond? Your mind starts whirling with questions: Did you deserve such a nice compliment? Would you seem too full of yourself if you agreed? Should you simply look away and say a quick thank you and then change the subject?r

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Who Are You Living For?

This is a really important (and sometimes really hard) question to answer. In an ideal world, we are living for ourselves and only doing things that make us feel great and are on our authentic path. But...it doesn't always work this way. It's normal to want to please others. It's normal to want to be liked. But ask yourself at what expense are you willing to sacrifice your own wants and desires to fit in. Think of how you live and the decisions you have made and continue to make. Are you making them based on what you think people will want or expect you to do?

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Are You Worth It?

This seemingly innocuous question from our Jou aling Further Within book can really bring up all sorts of outdated beliefs and issues of self worth if you dig deep enough. I think most of us believe that we are worth the necessities of life – food, shelter, love, etc. But if we go beyond this, our self doubt tends to kick in, and we start wondering what we are truly worth after all. A great example of feeling worth it is with regard to self care.r

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Making Space to Create

Have you ever felt the need to create something truly wonderful? You get a great idea and are so excited, motivated, and can't wait to start. And sometimes you do just that and the magic happens. And other times you sit for a bit too long on the idea before taking action. Your mind kicks in and starts to wonder if it's really a good idea to create at this moment in your life. You think about how busy your life is and wonder if you should be adding yet another thing to your long to-do list.r

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

There is Only One You

Do you ever feel pressure to be someone you aren’t? Have you ever felt that if you showed the world the true you, you wouldn’t be truly accepted? We are all under a tremendous amount of pressure each and every day – pressure to look the right way, do our job the right way, perform to a certain standard, have everything under control.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Ready to Step into Your Power?

Oh my, this fear within me runs deeper tha I realized. This part of me that wants to keep playing small and hiding behind everything and anything takes up more space inside of me tha I thought. One foot moves forward, ready and oh, so willing to take that leap once and for all. To soar into the unknown. To fly higher than it has ever known. The other foot holds back – chained to the past and chained to the known. It knows that I am safe here. Unhappy, but safe.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Our Happiness Level

I was listening to Hay House Radio yesterday, and the host was talking about how our happiness levels could be measured by averaging the happiness levels of our top few friends. I found this so interesting and also very eye opening. It's so important to surround ourselves with positive, emotionally healthy, and happy people. Because emotions and feelings are contagious (here is my previous post about this), it's especially important and crucial for our own well being that we are cognizant of who we choose to be close to.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Where Do YOU Fit In?

Life is busy - that's just the way it is. We all have so many things to do - so much to keep track of on a daily basis. Many of us tend to be overscheduled, overworked, and overexhausted. We're just trying to make it all work - make sure we keep up with everything - make sure things don't unravel. In a perfect world, there would be a 25th hour every day just so we could rest, take care of ourselves, rejuvenate, relax, and unwind. But that's not obviously not going to happen.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

On the Horizon

While it's great to spend most of our time in the present moment and truly be mindful of what's happening right now, it's also fun to have something to look forward to - something on the horizon that we are excited about - something we can think about and dream about and make plans to realize. Spend some time today thinking about what is on your horizon. Do you have a new project that you are excited to start? Do you have a much-needed vacation coming up? Do you have personal goals that you are about to reach?

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Your Life Purpose

Imagine for a moment that Earth is a schoolroom and that we are all pupils in it. And imagine that before you were born, your soul mapped out what your journey on Earth would look like. You mapped out what you would like to learn during your time here. You chose what your purpose here would be. I believe that we each have a unique purpose. We all have the ability to inspire others with our unique gifts and individual experiences. Some are amazing teachers who were born to inspire and lead through their actions.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Who Knows Where the Time Goes

Is it just me, or do you also sometimes feel like while time may be linear, your life definitely isn’t – you instead are spinning around and around, going in endless circles. I will be the first to admit that keeping up with it all and still managing to find time for myself is one of my greatest challenges – and I know that I’m not alone in this.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Sharing Our Gifts

I believe that we all want to be of service in some way. We all want to help others. And maybe we are clear about how we share our gifts. Or maybe we need a bit of guidance to figure out what we can give, see what our talents are, and learn how others could benefit from them. I was filling out some paperwork yesterday for an authors' program that I am a part of. I came upon the question, "What can you do to help others?" That is - what gifts do you have to offer that are unique and beneficial?

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Spring Clean Your Beliefs

Can you think of a belief that you have that really is outdated or no longer serves you or maybe never really was your belief in the first place? Let's say when you were very young you were afraid to jump off of the high dive at the swimming pool. And from that moment on, you were known as the scaredy cat by your friends and family. Before that, you didn't feel particularly afraid in other areas of your life, but every time you heard this label, it reinforced this notion that you were afraid of life and timid and weak somehow. And this became part of your identity.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

The Passing of Energy

I was reading last night about how energy is contagious - just like the common cold. And while we take many precautions to protect ourselves from getting sick when we come in contact with others (such as washing our hands), we don't always take precautions to protect ourselves from taking on other people's energy. And this passing along of energy works in both ways - positive and negative. The Passing of Energy Example 1:r

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Let Your Voice Be Heard

How often have you compared yourself to someone that you admired and thought that you would never be able to accomplish what they have? How often have you stopped taking action before you even started because you convinced yourself that you couldn't possibly get your message out as effectively as they have? How often have you shied away from sharing your message because you assumed that they have already said pretty much what you were planning on saying anyway - so what was the point? You are you. There is only one you. And your voice needs to be heard. It deserves to be heard.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

1,160 views

By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

The Buffet of Life

We are each given so many options every single day in our lives. And we have the opportunity to travel along the same path or mix things up a bit and go down a different route. While these choices are wonderful, we may sometimes feel overwhelmed by them. We may start to feel scattered and find ourselves retreating into the known instead of embracing the new. This is where I am today. I have so many wonderful new options in my buffet of life. And I really want to step out of my comfort zone and try some new options.

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

It Always Comes Back to Self Care

Sometimes you just don’t feel like going within and centering yourself and slowing down. Sometimes you feel as though you truly don’t have time for it. Your life doesn’t allow for these seemingly frivolous breaks of jou aling, meditating, and soulfulness. What does this have to do with the real world anyway, you might ask yourself? How is this going to pay my bills or put food on the table? Rather than taking this time to slow down and nurture my spirit, you could instead use this time to catch up, run errands, and get ahead – right?

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

Taking Time to Celebrate

We all set goals for ourselves and work really hard to complete them. We do all of the necessary steps - we plan, we take action, and we complete them. And it feels great! And what do we usually do next? We move onto the next goal or the next project. And do all of the necessary steps - we plan, we take action, and we complete it. And this continues throughout each day - throughout our lives. And then something eventually happens where we start to feel resentful of what seems like a neverending pile of goals, and tasks, and "to dos."r

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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By Jodi ChapmanRecently published1 topic

We're All in the Same Boat

Have you ever looked at someone else’s life and wondered how they managed to do everything so smoothly and seamlessly? Their Lifer

Primary topic: Self Realization

Self Realization

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