Self-care
YOUR PATH TO PEACE OF MIND
Week 1: WELCOME!
I have cut out and posted on my fridge a full-page Nike print adds that simply says, “LEAP AND THE NET WILL APPEAR.” These words are superimposed over a photograph of a woman jumping over what she seems to believe is a body of water. From the reader’s angle, it is clear that she is really just clearing a puddle!
So, here I go…
I have brought you my first in a series of video blogs designed to help you gain peace of mind regardless of your circumstances. It is located near the top of the right-hand sidebar on this page. I hope you’ll watch, subscribe, tune into my blog for associated tools and exercises as well as listen and subscribe to my weekly podcast.
I have also included a link to a video I posted on Facebook at the beginning of the year to hold myself accountable to myself. Today I am following through. To see my very first video blog post, click on this thumbnail:
If you would like to ask me questions in person on my podcast (anonymously or not) or if you would like me address a certain topic or question, please contact me via email at laura@lauranash.com and I will get back to you.
Warmest regards,
Laura
Lesson from Job(s)
It is our great fortune to have witnessed the personification of so many Truths in the life and achievements or Steve Jobs. His iconic legacy will be available for all to draw upon when illustrating Natural Law, the governing principles of Creation. His larger-than-life demonstration of The Power of Pure Potential (aka the Power within), The Power of Intention (focus), The Power of Self-Referral (not accepting conventional wisdom), The Power of Visualization (imagination), The Powers of Simplicity and Boldness (‘just do it’), The Power of Detachment (from fear, from the outcome, from the known) brought us closer to understanding that while human, we are also super-human. If we allow ourselves to seize these Powers, move out of the illusion of safety of our comfort zone and venture forth into the realization of our seemingly miraculous potential, we can, like Steve Jobs, achieve anything we can conceive and believe.
Jobs, sadly, also demonstrated the results of violating these Laws. Stories of his impertenance are sprinkled throughout accounts of his creative prowess. In addition to his micro-managing (controlling? autocratic?) leadership style, he was known to belittle people, seek revenge, and harbor grudges. Whether he was ignorant, defiant or disdainful of such fundamental Laws as The Power of Love, The Power of Attraction, The Power of Compassion, and The Power of Forgiveness, Steve Jobs has left us a few poignant examples of what happens when we believe we are the Power or that immutable Natural Laws don’t pertain to us. It is impossible to fool Mother Nature. We will always reap what we sow. Pumpkin seeds will never bring forth cherries. Imagine if he was able to weave the Power of Potential & The Power of Intention with The Powers of Love & Compassion and the Powers of Attraction & Purpose. He may have inspired the realize-ation of boundless Potential within those he employed. Empowering others motivated by an absolute trust in the Power of Love without any attachment to the outcome (e.g. not fearing that Knowledge or information is dangerous or belief that your investment in another may not pay returns) must buoy the leader/teacher exponentially. It is Law.
Additionally, had he chosen to empower and inspire rather than intimidate, the inescapable Law of Attraction is likely to have drawn far less toxicity to his life experience and perhaps the potential for disease encoded in his DNA could have remained un-real-ized, dormant. Nature does not compartmentalize; neither do we. It is impossible! We cannot have one kind of thought and a different kind of body. Your body will reflect, measurably, whether you are stressed, angry, grateful or loving, etc. Make sure that that you employ the Power of Love in all of your intentions, interactions and creations. The Law of Attraction says we receive back the energy we emit multiplied on all levels – physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Do you want back what you are giving out? How would you like it on steroids?
Free Introduction to Meditation
Sunday, October 30, 2011
The Center for Relaxation & Healing Chatham,NJ
Alternatively, you may join us live via teleconference.
You choose! Simply make your selection on the registration page. The details of the teleconference can be found when you register. Please feel free to invite as many friends as you like and forward this announcement to anyone yoiu know that may benefit from this information.
Stressed? Anxious?
Over-thinking? Angry? Pressured?
- Learn why meditation is so important for well-being and peace of mind.
- Decide whether level one or leveltwo is the most appropriate choice for you:
- Simply and effectively change the way you feel employing various medataive relaxation techniques.
- Discover the seemingly miraculous, life-changing benefits of a formal meditation practice.
- 30 minutes will be devoted to Q&A and/or guided meditation as time allows.
NASH FLASH
Attraction Confusion
like attracts like
and opposites attract
The two are not mutually exclusive. The subject and quality of our focus determines what we attract. A loving person focusing on what they hate (illness, mean people, etc.) is likely to attract just that! Onlookers will say, “How unfair!” Actually, the law is non-discriminating applying to everyone.
A simple shift of focus to what is desired with a grateful, expectant heart will produce miracles!
NASH FLASH
“May the Force be with you.”
May YOU be with the Force!
THE DAILY MANDALA by Henry Reed
NASH FLASH
INDEPENDENCE
In-dependence
of each other,
our environment
and a higher power,
free from control.
THE DAILY MANDALA by Henry Reed
NASH FLASH
SELF-SABOTAGE
is the unintended result of two misguided motives:
resentment and people-pleasing
THE DAILY MANDALA by Henry Reed
APRIL MEDITATION SEMINAR BEGINS SUNDAY 4.3.2011
meditation
Stress is the root of all dysfunction in our lives, physically, emotionally or socially. Proper meditation is one of the most powerful antidotes to stress, along with a sense of purpose and meaningful relationships (with ourselves as well as others). With Laura’s guidance, you will learn to effortlessly meditate your way to:
• gain mastery over your inner dialogue
• acquire peace of mind
• sharpen your focus and mental clarity
• improve relationships on all levels (intimate, familial, social and business)
• maintain balance and calm through adversity
• choose your circumstances instead of reacting to them
• experience a profound sense of satisfaction and fullment day to day
• live a life of meaning and purpose
For more information or to register, click the link below:
Click here for details.
GIVING & RECEIVING
Living Self-Care Blog GUEST POST: Real Mom Laura Nash
Laura’s Guest-Post on LIVING SELF-CARE
You Can’t Give Away What You Don’t Possess
Regarding self-sacrifice as a badge of honor comes from our very best intentions. We’ve been told that when we put others’ needs first, we’ll feel so good about ourselves that our needs will diminish. While this is often true about our desires, it is dangerously incorrect about our needs.
Our primary need is for love. Conditioning taught us to look for others to meet this: parents, siblings, friends, lovers and even our children. This dynamic would often require our significant others to suppress their needs in favor of ours. This can’t be love. Furthermore, there is nobody who can love you
the way you need to be loved — with one exception: YOU!
Love is best demonstrated with time and attention. We must give ourselves all the time and attention we need, so that our soul is overflowing with love. We can’t contain it. We must give it away! Free from unmet needs, your loved ones will sense the pure joy you derive from the relationship. They’ll neither feel defensive about disappointing you, nor will they act out in order to get your attention.
Only you know what you need. Only you can provide it. Take the time to check-in with yourself. Discern your wants from your needs. Extend love to yourself through self-care and your soul will soar.
Today’s author Laura Nash is a consultant and Chopra-certified meditation instructor who teaches individuals and companies “peace of mind” skills. Visit her an http://www.lauranash.com.
Laura Nash 