The Feminine Self

Women are magical, mystical, passionate, emotional and spiritual creatures.  We are nurturing, giving and kind beings who have strength, grace, imaginations, and a spirituality that gives us the power to change our lives and the courage to believe in our own inner voice. The beauty of our feminine self is found in our eyes because that’s the doorway to our hearts, the place where love resides.

This Is Who YOU Are

You are goodness and mercy and compassion and understanding. You are peace and joy and light. You are forgiveness and patience, strength and courage, a helper in time of need, a comforter in time of sorrow, a healer in time of injury, a teacher in times of confusion. You are the deepest wisdom and the highest truth; the greatest peace and the grandest Love. You are the ENERGY which expands, opens up, sends out, stays, reveals, shares and heals.


Hello YOU!

Week One - 10 Lessons For Well-Being

1. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
2. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
3. Make peace with your past so it won’t screw up the present.
4. Get rid of anything that isn’t useful, beautiful or joyful.
5. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don’t save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
6. Be eccentric NOW. Don’t wait for old age to wear purple.
7. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.
8. Forgive everyone Everything.
9. Always choose life.
10. Frame every so-called disaster with these words “In five years, will this matter?”.

Note: The author of these lessons is unknown but the lessons themselves reside deep in our hearts in a place called our "inner knowing". Each of us has the power within to create a beautiful life of well-being, we just have to open up and listen to our hearts a little more. Please share these lessons with your friends and family as a reminder that we all deserve to live a life of well-being - it's our birthright.

Friendships Are A Source Of Well-Being

Beyond a doubt, we must know and remember that true friends can and will improve our lives. Real friends can be a source of self-esteem, affection, good times and well-being.


Having a friend that you can talk to is one of the most important tools for happiness. Sometimes there are things that you don't want to talk to family about. You need a different perspective, a new take on the problem. A friend can help you see the world differently and open up new options.


True friends don't judge you. They may not agree with everything you say, but they won't think less of you if for believing differently. Differences are what make great friendships! It would be very boring if we all thought alike all the time.


Real friends will be there when you really need them. When you have a monumental problem, a real friend will drop everything and help, because they know you'd do the same for them.


Friends make you laugh. We already know that laughter is wonderful medicine. Sharing laughs with a friend is the best. It could be years later and a word or look will bring up a shared experience. Inside jokes are always cool.


If you have a true friend, hold on to them. Let them know that you treasure their friendship. Be there for them and help any way you can. True friends really are a blessing and true source of well-being.

Tips For Creating A Better Body Image

We all want to look our best, but a healthy body is not always linked to appearance. In fact, healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes! Changing your body image means changing the way you think about your body. At the same time, healthy lifestyle choices are also key to improving body image. Our society is obsessed with looks and weight, but that does not mean we have to passively accept the negative messages we receive about our bodies. Here are some tips to empower yourself.

Experiment with what weight feels comfortable to you, rather than trying primarily to be thin. Find your "set point," a weight where your body feels comfortable and will fight to remain. Accept weight variations throughout the life cycle.
Most of us judge each of our body parts individually -- my thighs are too fat, my breasts too droopy, my lips too thick. Try experiencing your body as a whole, rather than as separate parts that need improvement.

Instead of trying to conform to the rigid beauty ideal promoted in the media, experiment with finding a style or look that expresses something about yourself and feels good to you. When you exercise, pay attention to the rhythms and sensations you experience as you move. While exercise is often promoted as a way to lose weight and achieve an idealized body shape, it also often helps us feel good in our bodies, which in turn can help us accept and even celebrate how we look.

Reject the imposed ideals that womanhood must be suppressed. If you have a curvy body, embrace your curves as symbols of power and pride. Notice how much time you spend worrying about your looks instead of being aware of what is going on inside of you or around you. Try practicing mindfulness, a technique used in meditation and yoga.

Give up the media for a week. Forego reading magazines (especially fashion magazines!), watching television, or surfing the Internet. When you get the urge to click the remote control, go for a walk or invite a friend over for tea and conversation. At the end of the week, notice if you feel differently about yourself.