Every morning begins with a little beauty!

This was such a beautiful drive!

As we step into a new quarter and a fresh month, this is your opportunity to reset and realign with your highest potential. Every new beginning offers us the chance to grow, and this October is no different. This month, let's focus on improving our states of consciousness through the teachings of Dr. David Hawkins. By working on our spiritual, physical, psychological, and biological processes, we can elevate ourselves, move away from suffering, and bring more love, joy, and growth into our lives. This week, we will dive into key areas that will help us align with our "top 1%," embracing the mindset shifts and habits that support continuous improvement. Whether it’s through small, deliberate actions like staying in your stretch zone, or focusing on your strengths, each step you take this month will build a stronger foundation for both your personal and professional life. Dr. Hawkins speaks of how spiritual growth and enlightenment can only come when we actively work on all aspects of our being—our body, mind, emotions, and spirit. As we prioritize self-care, time management, and conscious choices, you will start to experience how these changes ripple out, affecting not just you but those around you. Let’s make this month a reflection of our deepest desires for growth. Through meditation, journaling, and mindful action, you’ll have the tools to approach challenges with a clear mind and an open heart, setting the tone for a truly transformative quarter. This is your invitation to take small steps that lead to significant results. Now is the time to create new habits, focus on your strengths, and work in your stretch zone. Together, we can integrate these teachings into daily practice and raise our collective consciousness. Let’s support each other as we consciously make choices that improve our well-being and foster more peace, compassion, and fulfillment in our lives. 🌱✨ Enjoy the plan below to integrate this process. Seven-Day Plan: October Week 1 🗓️ Day 1: Start Living Your Top 1%

I wanted to share some valuable insights from the Neuropsych Short "Your Brain at Work," with a focus on how you can improve, expand, and heal your mind by working on your brain reserve and making your tasks less difficult. The key is to conserve your mental energy and create conditions for success rather than forcing yourself to work harder when your brain is already exhausted. Key Insights from Your Brain at Work: - Conserve Your Mental Energy: Your brain’s ability to think well is a limited resource. Instead of constantly pushing yourself, prioritize and focus on tasks when your mind is fresh. Trying to multitask or forcing your brain to work when tired only leads to burnout and poor performance. Learn to recognize when your brain needs a break and take time to recharge. - The Impact of Distractions: You are surrounded by distractions—emails, notifications, even your own wandering thoughts. These can drain your cognitive resources and reduce your focus. As Your Brain at Work suggests, turning off your phone or closing your email while working on important tasks will help you preserve your mental energy and increase productivity. By creating boundaries around distractions, you give your brain the space it needs to function optimally. - Manage Arousal Levels: Your brain operates best when it has just the right amount of alertness. This is driven by two key chemicals: norepinephrine (related to alertness) and dopamine (related to interest). If your levels of these chemicals are too high, you’ll experience stress; if they’re too low, you’ll lose focus. Striking a balance, as discussed in Your Brain at Work, helps you find that “sweet spot” where your brain is engaged but not overwhelmed. - Break Through Mental Blocks with Insight: When you hit a mental block, your brain’s ability to solve problems logically decreases. The Neuropsych Short highlights that insight, or the sudden realization of a solution, often comes when you allow your unconscious mind to take over. This is why taking a break, walking, or meditating can help you unlock solutions that are beyond your immediate grasp.

Hey Network! Ever feel like your thoughts and emotions are running the show, keeping you stuck in the same old patterns? Don't worry—you’re not alone! There's a fantastic way to turn this around, and it's all about focusing on the present. Enter Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), your toolkit for reshaping how you think, feel, and act—without diving deep into the past. Here are the main topics from this Neuropsyche Short. What is your experience with this type of mindful practice? 🧠 Thoughts, Feelings, Actions: The Power Trio CBT helps you understand how your thoughts influence your emotions and actions. The cool part? Instead of just rehashing old memories, you learn to identify and change those pesky negative thought patterns in real-time! 💬 Reframe That Inner Critic We've all got that inner critic—that little voice that loves to tell us what we’re doing wrong. With CBT, you can turn those critical thoughts into constructive ones. For example, swap "I'm terrible at this" with "I’d like to improve, and here’s what I can do." It's about being kinder to yourself and turning criticism into growth. ❤️ Self-Compassion Is Key Beating yourself up doesn't lead to growth, but showing yourself the kindness you’d give a friend? That’s where the magic happens. Learn to pause when negative thoughts arise, acknowledge them, and respond with compassion. It's like giving yourself a big mental hug! 😱 Facing Fears & Anxiety We all experience anxiety—sometimes, it can be downright paralyzing. CBT offers practical exercises to help you confront and manage these feelings. From reframing fears to realizing your past resilience, you’ll discover ways to break free from the anxiety loop. 🍽 Managing Cravings Whether it’s food, adrenaline, or other temptations, cravings can feel overwhelming. With CBT, you learn to listen to your body's real cues and take charge of your impulses. A little mindfulness can go a long way in helping you make healthier choices. Try the one below this morning or evening... Let me know what thoughts come to mind?