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Experiencing Inner Peace Amid Chaos and Challenges

April 1, 2022 · In: Burnout, Lifestyle

“No one can create negativity or stress within you. Only you can do that by virtue of how you process your world.” — Dr Wayne Dyer

Inner peace, isn’t that what we’d all love to experience as we weave our paths through
everything life gives us? The good news is that it is far simpler to attain than many of our
outer (material or physical) goals. The bad news is that simple isn’t always easy! Attaining
inner peace is not easy because it means replacing old habits with new ones, and that requires
dedicated commitment. But the benefits are absolutely worth the effort.

Inner peace gives you the ability to live your life with a sense of happiness, satisfaction and
fulfilment which is not disturbed or influenced by outside events. So how do you acquire it? 

By living your life your way, not how others think you should. By not worrying about what
others think of you – we all judge others (both positively and negatively) according to our
values, but if we try to live our lives in a way that honours somebody else’s values rather than
our own, we’ll always have a little gnawing discomfort going on deep inside.

To experience inner peace, we also need to be able to forgive and let go of guilt. Forgive
yourself and forgive others. Feeling guilty about past actions won’t change them and won’t
make anybody feel any better (either you or the person you’ve hurt). Instead, do what you can
to put things right, resolve to do better in the future and move on.

Likewise, letting go of anger or grudges will bring about an incredible sense of peace. Think
about it – how does holding onto these negative emotions help you? And do you think they
hurt those against whom you hold them more than they hurt you? Not at all. They are your
emotions, and you are the only person they can harm.

Of course, it can be challenging to forgive someone who’s hurt you, but I’ve realised that
most people don’t maliciously set out to hurt others, and those who do are deeply unhappy
themselves. The motivation behind their action was most probably some kind of fear rather
than deliberately wanting to cause hurt or pain. And thought of in that context, it’s easier to
let it go.

And with a little bit of practice at forgiveness, you may even find yourself getting less
annoyed or angry with people in future. You’ll have a greater sense of inner peace when you
can shrug things off and not take things personally (it’s really about them and not you at all).
When you take charge of your thoughts, you take charge of your emotions.

To achieve inner peace, you also need to let go of worry. Hmm, another tricky one! Worry is
similar to guilt. Worrying about what might or might not happen is completely unproductive
and totally destroys your ability to enjoy the present moment. A great shame that as the
present moment is all we have. So, how do we learn to let go of worries, guilt and anger?

 The first thing is to become consciously aware of what we think whenever we feel worried,
guilty or angry. Notice what’s going on in your inner dialogue, and acknowledge that your
thoughts about the external event are causing you to feel the way you do, not the event itself. 

Then reframe your thoughts to reflect on what’s going on around you in a more positive light.
Finally, whenever you catch yourself thinking about an old thought, banish it immediately
and replace it with the new one.

This will take a lot of practice, but with patience and persistence, you will develop a lighter
inner dialogue that promotes well-being and inner peace, and the world will feel like a far better place to live in.

By: Enda · In: Burnout, Lifestyle

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When your energy is up, life's little challenges w When your energy is up, life's little challenges won't annoy you as much😊💯

This week, I took some time off work to be alone and focus on caring for myself while also working on a collaborative project. 

Taking time off work can sometimes be viewed as selfish or unproductive (according to some workplaces, especially if there are so many things going on and requires your attention), but I needed to do this because I matter, and it was a necessary step for me to be a better being in the long run. 

This week I was able to get enough rest, exercise, eat healthy meals, have long lunches (no gobbling it down in 5 minutes), binge a bit on some of my favourite series on Netflix, read, and catch up with some people that inspire me and feed my brain with goodness. The people who believed in me and my dream even when am doubting myself.

When we prioritise our mental and physical well-being, we can show up in life with more energy, focus, creativity and feeling invigorated and refreshed.

So, if you're feeling overwhelmed or burnt out, don't hesitate to step back and prioritise self-care. It's not a selfish act but rather a necessary step towards becoming your best self.

YOU matter💖
While self-care habits are essential to managing s While self-care habits are essential to managing stress and bolstering our well-being, it's not enough to get us out of Burnout.

Parents feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and experiencing prolonged exhaustion need to take proactive steps to address the root causes of the symptoms.

Read the last Blog Post debunking the common myths around Parental Burnout.

Link☝🏽
Parenting can be a significant source of stress an Parenting can be a significant source of stress and exhaustion, which, when taken lightly, can lead to Burnout. 

Parental Burnout, a condition characterised by emotional exhaustion, detachment from one's children, and a reduced sense of personal accomplishment, is a real and significant problem for many parents and caregivers that, unfortunately, we don't hear much about. 

Several myths surrounding Parental Burnout need to be debunked to better understand and address this silent epidemic. 

Read my latest blog post, " Debunking common myths around Parental Burnout", to discover the five most common myths that will help to shed light on this silent epidemic ravaging so many homes. Link in BIO
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I haven't been active in this space this past week I haven't been active in this space this past week because I was so busy getting to know the mamas in my private Facebook group, Burnout -Proof Lounge💃🏽💖

As part of the Women's day celebration, I offered 10 of them a free mini-coaching session with me. I had an incredible time getting to know and supporting them and their family. Blessed am I to serve all those wonderful, loving and resilient mums ✨

As mothers, we are more alike than different!! We all want the best for our family, children and ourselves, but we struggle to create and maintain that healthy integration of our different roles😫.

All the mams I coached left the session feeling refreshed, reassured and supported. None of them had experience working with a life coach, so it was normal for them to feel unsure and nervous, but that didn't last long😇

Soon, they were basking in the nurturing and safe space I created for them🤗

Do you want to know how it feels to work with me?👀
I am a supportive, understanding and compassionate space holder but don't just take my word for it.... read what some of my past clients had to say💞

Do you want to know more about my role as a parental Burnout Coach? Please DM me or book a free Discovery Call at the link above. 

Want to join the Burnout-Proof Lounge, click☝🏽
I don't just coach on how to manage and avoid burn I don't just coach on how to manage and avoid burnout. I practice what I preach. Today , I slam on the brakes and make rest and recharge my immediate priority.
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As women, we face unique challenges in our persona As women, we face unique challenges in our personal and professional lives. Sometimes it can feel like we're alone in our struggles, but that couldn't be further from the truth. We are part of a community of strong, resilient women who have the power to support and uplift one another.

Instead of judging, comparing, and tearing each other down, we need to stand together and empower each other. When we do this, we can achieve great things. We can break down barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and create a more equitable and just world for ourselves and future generations.

So, let's make a conscious effort to support one another. It can be as simple as offering a kind word, gesture or hug.

 Let's celebrate each other's successes, lift each other during challenging times, and remind each other that we can achieve anything we set our minds to.

Together we're strong. Let's continue to build each other up, not only on  Women's Day but each and every single day.

Watch this space! Something great and powerful is coming your way to celebrate the power of women, and I am excited to be part of it.
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