Nicole Jacobsen

It's time to look at yourself with new eyes.

Where have you sold yourself short?

Where have you not acknowledged your strength and capabilities?

In what ways have you not given yourself enough love and care?

What parts of yourself need nurturing?

It is time to help yourself grow into the person you were born to be. It is time to free your wings and fly!

It is time to see yourself for who you are in this moment and to guide yourself lovingly to who you know you can be!

We've all got areas or relationships where we could communicate better and today is the day where we consider how can we can change our communication for the better.

Perhaps you are stuck in unhealthy or stagnated communication patterns, or you may not be telling people how you really feel or what you really want.

There might be certain people in your life who could benefit from a different approach or perhaps you need to communicate when another person's communication style is not working for you.

Often, we think people understand us or know our intentions when they might actually have no idea or have interpreted things in an entirely different way.

At times the way we communicate is not clear and not totally honest. We might accept things to keep the peace or avoid conflict or hurt.

On the flip side, by not communicating well we can keep ourselves stuck in situations or relationships where we are not 100% happy.

Consider your colleagues, friends, family or partner and see where there might be an opportunity to improve communication. Choose something small at first and commit to making positive change bit by bit! Be patient and persistent as it may take a while to break out of familiar relationship dynamics and if you need some support to work through some bigger communication blocks reach out to a psychologist to guide you and support you in making positive change.

Every now and then it's good to do something different and add a bit of spontaneity to your life!

Be willing to try something new, do something different or let something go and give yourself a break from the usual routine!

Add a bit of colour to your life. Organise a fun event with your partner, family or friends. Or do something by yourself that you've always wanted to do!

Sing while you're doing the housework, wear a colour you don't normally wear or take a road trip to a place you've always wanted to go.

The list is endless, the possibilities are many, now all you need to do is choose the one that is calling you most in this moment!!

Take time today to do an inventory of your habits to see which ones are serving you well and which ones are not. Now make a commitment to change at least one habit that does not support you well.

Things to consider include:

- do you have a good sleep routine?
- is your diet supporting your body?
- are you drinking enough water?
- are you moving your body enough?
- are you taking time to relax?
-are you making your self-care a priority?
- are you listening to what you need?
- are you spending too much time in front of screens?
-are you taking on too much?
- are you talking unkindly to yourself?

If left unchecked we have a tendency to just do what we do, without thinking about how our habits impact our life. Creating healthy habits can make a big difference to your health and well-being! So, make sure to change the habits that do not serve you well and be committed to creating a life that nourishes and supports you!

A change in perspective can help you see things in a new light.

Consider where you have been feeling stuck, stagnated or frustrated and ask yourself. "Can I see this in a different way? or "Am I missing something here?".

Allow the space for a new perspective to emerge and be willing to see things in a new light. Be open to possibilities and trust that there is a better way.

DREAM is for............

Daring - to voice and follow the dreams in your heart.

Realising - that your dreams are possible.

Energy - putting your energy into what really matters.

Accepting - that your dreams can become a reality.

Manifesting - knowing that you have the power to bring your dreams to life!

SMILE is for............

Seeking - Seeking that which makes you happy.

Mateship - Surrounding yourself with good and supportive people.

Imagining - Taking time to dream about the life you want to live.

Laughing - Making sure you're not getting too serious and taking the time to laugh.

Experiences - Enjoy the experiences that life has to offer and follow the dreams in your heart.

CALM is for.............

Creating - Creating the space you need, Creating healthy habits that help keep you calm and being Creative in a way that feels right and peaceful for you.

Ambience - Making changes to your home, workplace and the way you travel that gives you a greater sense of calm and tranquility.

Learning - Learning mindfulness, Learning what it is that helps you be calm and Learning to reach out for help and support when you need.

Meditation - Take time to meditate in a way that works for you. Go for a walk free of your devices, stroke your cat or play with your dog without any distractions, go for a run, listen to a guided meditation, be fully present in a creative task or lie, stand or sit in total silence and simply breathe in and out.

LOVE is for.........

Listening - Listen deeply to yourself and others.

Opening - Open to possibilities, Open to Change, Open to Learning, Open to good communication and Open your heart.

Vulnerability - Allow yourself to be vulnerable, help others understand you and let your true self be seen.

Endurance - Relationships have their ups and downs. For those important people in your life, keep finding ways to nurture your connections, learn and grow. Reach out for professional support if you need someone to help you navigate the difficult dynamics and patterns that can develop with those we love..

Z is for Zen.
A calm and peaceful way.
Be mindful how you live your life,
And bring Zen to every day!