Find Your Middle Ground

Category: Lighten Up

  • * Wake up Peeps

      If you are one of those people that notice this photo can’t be real because: (a) penguins and polar bears live on the opposite ends of the earth or (b) penguins can’t hold cymbals or (c) the polar bear is just pretending to sleep …. Then this post is especially for you! Wake up…

  • * Inspiration – Happiness

    “My life has no purpose, no direction no aim, no meaning and yet I’m happy. I can’t figure it out. What am I doing right?” Charles Schultz, creator of Peanuts cartoon Sometimes its good to let go of trying to figure things out! Simply keep loving. Muah x

  • Tips for Handling the Highs and Lows of Life

    I came across this list in a training manual for helping people manage their stress. I’m not sure who the originator is, but I would like to acknowledge Dr Laura Belsten and the Institute for Social + Emotional Intelligence for sharing it. Good stuff 🙂 Accept that some days you’re the pigeon, and some days…

  • *Mantra for Today – stepping out of our comfort zone

    This mantra is for when you find yourself holding back because you are taking on something new or stepping out of your comfort zone. You may be afraid of how you will be received, or how others will perceive you. This is my “go to” mantra before having a difficult conversation, meeting new people, or…

  • *Ego and the Small Pool

    As part of my explorations into ego and persona … I came across this froggy perspective! “The power of ego is like a little pool. In that pool, an egotistical person lives like a frog – his world is small, his borders insecure, and from this perspective, only his own thoughts, feelings, and voice seem to…

  • * The Humour / Humor Pause

    I really enjoy sharing different approaches and perspectives about finding our Middle Ground. Recently humour or humor has been a theme … You know who you are! It’s no coincidence that, as I am going through some changes, I experience feelings of sadness and loss … and then that humor bubbles up! Humor brings light…

  • * Save the World While Having Fun

    I believe that we can all contribute to world peace. It starts with being kind to ourselves and finding peace within ourselves. Helping others is a great place to start, but the real work is inside each one of us. We must find that peaceful, nourishing and inspiring place I call our Middle Ground. This…

  • * Elf Awareness

    A good friend of mine is embracing her inner “elf” this holiday season. It does make me smile 🙂 What would your Inner Elf look like? We think of elves as those pixie like creatures that help out Santa. They work hard and play.  They make mistakes and laugh.  They are sometimes impulsive yet kind. They…

  • * Guardians of Being

    “Millions of people who otherwise would be completely lost in their minds and in endless past and future concerns are taken back by their dog or cat into the present moment, again and again and reminded of the joy of Being.” Eckhart Tolle from “Guardians of Being” So true! Fond memories of my soul mate…

  • *If I Had To Do It All Over Again

    This poem was shared at a time of reflection during my Kripalu YTT500 Module. It really brought lightness and a fresh perspective to a time that could have been pretty serious and intense. Nadine Stair lives in Kentucky. Age 85 she was asked what she would do differently if you got to live her life…

  • * Life is like … British Rail

    We all know life is a journey. We get on, we ride and we get off. Although we hope it will go smoothly, we realize that it will likely have its highs and lows. There are surprises, accidents and delays as well as adventures and moments of joy. People join us and then get off at…

  • * Mantra for Today – direction

    This mantra can really bring about a profound change in your thinking and give you valuable insight into the direction you are heading. Use it when you not sure which way to go … are going round in circles … or are wanting to make the best choice. Its time to apply one of the…

  • * Life is like … a camera

    I found this great quote on the website of  Richard Branson’s Virgin. What a cool site. “Life is like a camera Just focus on what’s important Capture the good times Develop from the negatives and if things don’t work out just take another shot.” 🌀

  • *Mantra for Today – showing up

    This mantra is for when you have something big coming up. Always remember these three simple directions. Nothing more is required! Prepare (what needs to be done) Show up (be present) Do my best (nothing more or less)

  • * Muah!

    ❤ MUAH ❤ Show a little love today 🙂  

  • * Mantra for Today – join in

    I have a white board full of short inspirations and reminders that work well for me at work and in life.  This mantra is for when I find myself being critical and holding back. Why not put this one in your pocket and take it along with you today 🙂   Notice judgment Let it…