[S.O.U.L. Spark] ✨ Starting Fresh, The Secret To Thriving, Intentional New Year Rituals, & More
What being sick taught me about creating a soul-led, intentional new year…what’s your heart calling forth this year?
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Hi Love,
The new year carries a special kind of magic - it's that rare moment when the whole world seems to pause and dream together. ✨
In this sacred transition between what was and what could be, I want to remind you of something important...
Those dreams you hold in your heart are there for a reason. They are a part of your unique journey, the growth and expansion you’re here to experience, and the gifts you’re here to share. 💖
In This S.O.U.L. Spark…
🎊 STARTING FRESH: Bringing in the new year with an intentional ritual.
💫 OUTSOURCING: What it looks like to lessen your load in the new year so you can do more than just survive.
💕 UNLOCKING AUTHENTIC RELATIONSHIPS: An invitation to connect on a heart level with yourself and others to create thriving relationships 💌
🥰 LET’S CHAT: During this season of a collective “fresh start” I would love to know what New Year rituals feel nourishing and life-giving to you.
Okay, let’s dive in!
🎊 STARTING FRESH: Bringing in the new year with an intentional ritual.
As we settle into the new year, I invite you to create a gentle ritual for yourself. Light a candle if you'd like, take three deep breaths, and let your shoulders soften.
“A man sees in the world what he carries in his heart.” - Goethe
The beautiful wisdom of these words invites us to tend to our inner garden first, before rushing to plant new seeds...🌱
I invite you to pause and explore:
What do I want to cultivate in my heart this year?
The old story I’m ready to let go of is…And the new story I’m choosing to embrace is…
When I envision my most authentic self this coming year, I see someone who…
As we step into the new year, let’s reflect and vision, while not letting ourselves get too tangled up in the goals themselves. While the destination is lovely, the journey IS our life and it is our heart, when tended, that helps us to know the right steps forward for us on our path.
When we create still spaciousness to listen into it’s wisdom, it changes the way we see the world and therefore the way we show up in it.
💫 OUTSOURCING: What it looks like to lessen your load in the new year so you can do more that just survive.
I recently found myself feeling ill, with symptoms that seemed to hit me out of nowhere. The fatigue was overwhelming, leaving me feeling like I had run directly into a brick wall. It was as if all my energy had been completely drained from my body.
Even though I had so much to do, I realized that pushing through was not an option, I had no choice but to slow down and ask for help.
Moments like these can be powerful teachers…guiding us to release control and begin to open up to receiving support.
But we don’t have to wait for moments in life to force us to slow down and lean into support…
I know your plate is often full to the point of overflowing…much like walking through a buffet line, piling our plates high with a variety of different offerings…but by the time we get back to the table to enjoy our meal…we can’t quite remember why we said “yes” to so much.
Life often feels like our plates are overflowing, with endless responsibilities and commitments asking for our attention. It can be overwhelming and draining, leaving us feeling disconnected and exhausted.
The new year, or any time of year when you're feeling overwhelmed, offers us a beautiful opportunity to pause and intentionally notice what's on our plates.
Taking the time to reflect and pay attention to what truly matters to us can help us move forward in alignment with our values and the life we want to live.
Imagine your energy and time as precious resources - because they are.
Allow yourself to gently explore:
What do I want on my plate? What activities light me up and energize me?
Which tasks consistently drain my energy?
What activities and commitments would feel nourishing to me in this season?
How might asking for help actually be an act of self love?
Outsourcing doesn’t necessarily mean doing less - it's about making space for what matters most to you in this season. Whether it's asking for support with housework, delegating at work, or simply saying 'no' to commitments that don't align with your priorities, choosing what stays off your plate is just as important as choosing what goes on it.
Just as we do our best to mindfully choose what nourishment goes into our bodies, allow yourself to be intentional about what you add to your days.
💕 UNLOCKING AUTHENTIC RELATIONSHIPS: An invitation to connect on a heart level with yourself and others to create thriving relationships 💌
Our hearts are wired for connection - it's in our very DNA. We need connection and communion with other humans for our emotional well-being and personal growth.
As mothers, our children play a significant role in teaching us about love, patience, and presence. But, navigating relationships, whether with our children, partners, or friends, can be challenging at times.
We may often feel unseen or unheard in our relationships, leaving us lonely and emotionally drained.
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🥰 LET’S CHAT: During this season of a collective “fresh start” I would love to know what new year rituals feel nourishing and life giving to you?
What’s feeling nourishing to you as we step into the new year, Love?
What is your heart calling forth from you in this season?
As we step into this fresh chapter together, I'd love to hear what practices and rituals are speaking to your heart right now.
Maybe it's morning journaling, evening meditation, or weekly connection calls with friends? Share what's nurturing your spirit - your wisdom might be exactly what another soul in the Soul Care Mom community needs to hear.
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I hope you loved this S.O.U.L. Spark. ✨ I’d love to hear what resonated with you? 💖
Sending you Love Always,
Catherine
❤️ Let us know… the most powerful transformations often start with the smallest shifts in how we show up for ourselves and others. What gentle ritual or small shift is calling to you as we step into the new year? 💕
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