THE SEASON OF CHRISTMAS ....

Can you believe it's that time again. I swear I blinked and this year just zoomed right by me. Was it like that for you too?
The holiday season is upon us and I wanted to share with you what my thoughts are this Christmas being a Mum now and what this New Year Means to me.

Now if you know me you know that Christmas is my most favorite time of year. I can really feel the magic all around!! How can you not? It's the perfect time to take a look at where you are at, are you happy? did you achieve any of the goals you set for yourself this year? The Christmas magic is that little voice inside your head that says "I'm going to make those changes that will make me happy doing what I love in the new year"  That voice, have you heard it?

This Christmas I am filled with so much excitement as this is my first Christmas as A Mum. I can't wait to see my shining little stars eyes on Christmas Morning  seeing all the presents under the tree and the Christmas Carols playing, and of course Santa has outdone himself this year (Way to go Santa!) There is going to be some bright eyes this Christmas morning .....

For me personally this Christmas I am looking forward to reflecting on how I've changed and evolved this year. And what the new year means to me staying connected with the goals that lie ahead as we enter this new decade. WOW new decade, there's that time thing again! I have such a good feeling as we enter a new year AND decade how about you? how are you feeling about it. What plans and goals have you set. Keep them close and don't let them get lost.

As the holidays approach I can feel my body wind down from the grind and move into a more aware space of  self love. With everyday life so busy and dang hard to fit in all you want to do, the holidays are a time for me to slow my mind and breathe. Ready for some much needed family time.and reflection on what's to come.

What are your plans this Christmas, and what are you planning for yourself for the coming new year and decade?

Kristi xx

THE BEST JOURNEY YOU COULD EVER TAKE ..

We all travel in our life, exploring with family and friends. But do you know what the best journey is you will ever take? The one where you explore yourself.

I want you to think about it for a minute, we have Family and friends that we know so well on a deeper level. But how well do we know our self? Sounds crazy right. But it is a trap that so many women can fall into. Hey, we lead busy lives been Mum's, Wives, and everything else in between. I guess along the way it became part of our job to know everyone on that level. But I never took the time to get to know me! Who am I? What do I want out of this Life?

At first it was pretty daunting getting to know me, but once I started peeling back the layers I found that I was a women with a mission to accomplish! A women with BIG DREAMS AND GOALS. And it was so strange seeing myself in this way because I never imagined myself on a mission. And certainly not a mission that could change lives.

Indecisive....that's me(Just ask my husband). But the more I dug deeper into who I was and being clear on what my vision was, The better I became at making decisions. A win win situation and so helpful in moving forward to creating my vision with so much confidence. Now I'm not saying it's easy because it is not easy at all! It really takes a lot of hard work and guts, hey I know you got this!

Here are 4 steps to help you on your journey....
1- Realize who you are and not who you want to be.
2- Find what you are passionate about and what lights you up.
3- Find out what you are good at and not so good at.
4- Take the time to be quiet. You will truly know your self when you are still.

While you are on your journey of self discovery listen to what other people say and find your own core values. This is super important and helpful to achieving any goals you have set for your self. And importantly enjoy the ride! Find what your strengths are as well as your weaknesses. You might just surprise yourself...

Kristi Xx

DOUBT KILLS DREAMS.

OK let's be honest. We all have dreams. that something that we daydream about and dream about at night. You know the one that ties a knot in your stomach when you see someone else living it, and it makes us doubt our self as to weather we are capable of big things. Well guess what YOU ARE CAPABLE OF BIG THINGS. Start telling your self this and eventually you will believe it. The sad thing is only some of us will bite fear in the butt and stare our dream in the face and make it happen.

DECISIONS. There comes a point in our lives where we are faced with decisions. And one really big decision is deciding once and for all to just go for it and make it happen. We worry about time and money and resources. But ass I have said before, if you want something bad enough you will make ti happen. Will it be easy. NO it won't but you will still make it happen. All those times with all the excuses under the sun, were the times hat I knew I had to do it, that it was going to change my life in so many good ways. And knowing that this is going to take dedication and persistence on my part, with a whole lot of risk taking. But do I ever shy away form the grind NO WAY!  I guess I'm my Mother's daughter that way.

I can see it so clearly. That moment when I knew what I had to be doing. What would make me happy and bring me joy. And importantly what would make a difference in the lives of other women.  I remember the struggle to believe in myself. Believing that I could do it. The pivotal moment when I said to myself "If I don't believe in me, why should anyone else?" I was so scared when I listened to my first free webinar, and when I invested in my own education will my first course. It was such a huge leap for me., But I took a deep breath and moved one foot after the other FORWARD.  No doubts, just moving with the fear and praying to the universe. Getting ,my butt into gear and making everyday another step closer towards my dream. Yes it's so scary, and there will be plenty of risks along the way, but it will pay off in the end BIG TIME! 

When we are faced with certain decisions that await us to say "Yes I believe in me, in what I'm capable of and I will show you proof" you will see the magic start to happen. You will see yourself start to evolve. SO DON'T JUST SIT AROUND AND WAIT FOR IT TO HAPPEN MY FRIEND, BECAUSE YOU'LL BE WAITING A LONG TIME. MAKE THE DECISION TO STAND UP AND DANCE FORWARD KNOWING I'LL BE THERE TO HELP AND SEE YOU SHINE. 

IS IT TOO LATE TO START MY DREAM?

Is it too late for me and my dream?

I have asked myself  this question so many times over the last few months. And I won't lie, that doubt is still there from time to time. But I'll cut straight to the chase...NO  it is not too late for you. In fact it's probably the perfect time to bring your dream to life.

Can I ask you a question? If you had the time, resources and money and confidence to accomplish one thing, what would that thing be?  And what has been the biggest thing you've told yourself. Let me guess I don;t have enough time, I don't have enough money. Are they at the top of your list? Well  stop playing that game because all you are doing is killing your dream. And I'm about to turn your mind otherwise. Think of this as a warm arm around your shoulders to help you turn towards your dream and go for it once and for all.

Now let's get into those selfish inner voices putting up that brick wall between you and your dreams. If your like me you have been caught up on the realm of looking after others first. Well let me tell you ...It's part of our DNA. We are naturally born caregivers and nurturers. It just a fact. A scientific one at that, women put others well being and dreams ahead of their own. It's like we feel more content and more purpose when we do this.

It's like an award that we accept with pride. Which is a beautiful thing, but can lead to so many problems. It shadows how you look at yourself and your life. It controls how you see your dreams and make plans for your future. It will change the way your mindset works with your heart to tackle those goals you want to achieve. You see what I mean?  Don't let this award consume who you really are and your mission statement.

BEING SELFISH... This is where I ran into trouble. You get to a point where your feeling good about going for your dream, and them BOO M! That little voice creeps in and makes you doubt yourself. You start thinking am I being selfish? Is putting me first showing selfishness? NO It's not. If there is a dream, passion that is embedded in your heart, it's there for a very specific reason. I believe that our dreams and goals handed to us for a reason. To show us the path we are mean't to be on. What we are mean't to be doing in this world. They are chosen especially for you because only you can do it in the way it needs to be done. Think about it, you are depriving the world of something great, something that only you have yo give.

The thing that scared me the most was where the heck do I start? can you resonate with this? Well I'll tell you where I started..I just started. Sharing my story to help others. Not diving head first and sharing everything at once. Just a little at a time. Start with letting people know a little about you. What your goals and dreams are. And no it's not easy, but when you take that leap of faith and do it, You will be glad you did trust me. I still have a long way to go but every day sharing a little more about me. Baby steps my friend, now go make that start .

Are you afraid of being judged? yep I was. Looking back I think that was a  big part of not following my dream. But I have learned a very valuable lesson. YOU CAN''T PLEASE EVERYBODY. Not everybody will like or even be interested in what you are doing. And you know that's FINE. Don't let that stop you and all the people you could help miss out on what you have to offer them . Listen to all the people who are encouraging and supporting you. embrace them. They are the relationships that will last and support you

My goal for this is I hope you have the confidence to step up and take slow steps doing what feels right for you. Remember that every hardship, cranky mood and setbacks are all worth it when you get to where you need to be. They will all be worth focusing on you a little more. So show up, be dedicated and  create a legacy that will last a lifetime. A legacy you can be proud of and a life full of joy. Go on..I know you can do it. 

Kristi Xx

Coffee Anyone?

I thought It was time we sat and had a coffee together. Sounds good right? Go and make that Cuppa and head straight back.

Cuppa ready.Well today I'm going to do something different on the blog. I'm going to let you choose what you would like to talk about. Is their something you need help with ? Or questions you would like to ask me. THE COFFEE AND CONVERSATION IS OPEN.

Or maybe you would like to share a little about yourself. I would love to get to know you. Share a little about where you are from or what you do. The coffee is nice and hot!! Take a sip and let's enjoy each other's company.

To join in just comment below or you could even E Mail me. I'm so looking forward to having COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS with you. Let's take a breath and relax....
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Kristi Xx

IF I WOULD HAVE KNOWN THEN.

Do you say this to yourself?
Yes I'm raising my hand for sure. Countless times I have said this to myself  IF I WOULD HAVE KNOWN THEN. So many times in my life things might have been different. But we can't think like that. Everything will happen when the time is right and the stage is set.

To start the ball rolling, I had no idea that I could impact the lives of other women through sharing my own story. My story felt boring and uninteresting. It was basically just struggle after struggle. But it was real, and it was me. It is something other women can relate too and even feel a part of. It was actually something that could change the world and make a difference. Crazy right?

I'll let you in on a little secret. I used to think that so long as I had a job to pay the bills and medical expenses I was doing OK. And In hindsight I was! But I was never happy. I was always just going through the motions doing what I thought I had to do. But can't I also be happy doing it? Couldn't I be happy doing the work that was paying the bills, medical expenses and putting food on the table. Yes you can make that happen. I'm not saying quit your job if your not happy or fulfilled. That's not the way to do it. Work towards finding what will make you happy everyday, make a plan and bring it to life!

Let's think about it, we will spend most of our life working, so why shouldn't we be happy doing it. don't just settle, STRIVE FOR THE STARS. And have patience doing it, these things don't happen overnight but they do happen. One step at a time, and one goal at a time will change your life.

Looking back at who I was, shy with no self confidence. The girl who just liked to blend in. I wish I would have known back then what was inside of me just waiting for me to believe in. I would have started the path I was meant to be on years ago. But I am a great believer in things will always happen at the right time just as there meant to, everything has a reason and a purpose. Maybe I just wasn't ready then. The universe wanted me to explore finding out who I was and what my life dreams were. I completely trust in the universe. It might not always feel like the right time but you will come to see it was perfect timing.

This next one I'm not so sure. What would have happened if I had of known what lied ahead of me with all my health struggle ? Would I have prepared myself more, how would I have dome that. I don't think I would have found the strength and courage that I now have today if I had have known. And believe me there were times when knowing a long time before would have been better for my health. But it was all part of a plan for a higher purpose. I guess the universe had a good plan ahead for me!!

So I look back now and I can see clearly how everything fits into a place and time. And I haven't always understood the reason heck no! but you know, I don't think we are mean't to. It all comes down to the divine trust that we have in the universe. Do you trust in the power of the universe?
Have you been over to my Facebook page Yogawanderer. Head over and don't forget to like and follow for everyday inspiration. See you there...
Kristi Xx

FRIENDSHIPS... A STRONG NETWORK OF ENCOURAGEMENT

FRIENDSHIPS..

Are you making the right sort of friendships? Here Is a little thought for you today.

This is something I have really created so much awareness around. Embodying myself in friendships that lift me up, encourage me and will stand the test of time. The friendship networks we build will also have an impact on how successful we will be. Having friends that are part of your journey and stand by you will give you the confidence to keep striving for your goals and bring your dream to a reality.

Self care is something we tend to neglect a lot, can you relate? But hear me when I say this is a very important part of our self care rituals. Having that coffee with friends to catch up and talk. This can be a perfect way to tap into how we are really feeling. And having the support together with family there to help us. Truthfully, these strong support networks become like family which is a beautiful thing.

SOME BENEFITS OF HEALTHY FRIENDSHIPS. 
1- Improve your mood
2- help you reach your goals.
3- Reduce stress and depression.
4- Support through tough times.
5-  Boost your self worth.

There are also things to be aware of when choosing friends, Make sure that they have an interest in your life, how you feel and what you say. Make sure they listen to you with out trying to change the way you feel. And always remember it's a two way street. Focus on how it makes you feel. do you feel comfortable and good after talking to that friend?

To have better relationships make sure you are a better friend yourself. Show kindness, compassion and understanding towards others and you will see a strong network start to form in your life.

FOUR THINGS I'VE LEARNED AS A ENTREPRENEUR.

Well if you had asked me 3 years ago if this is what I wanted to do, I would have probably laughed!.

It's funny how for some of us it takes so long to find that something we are good at and love to do. That something that can make a difference. I guess better late than never right? But there are three things that I have learned starting my journey as a entrepreneur. I'd love to share them with you, here we go.....

SELF CARE
This one thing is so very important if you are constantly creating behind a screen. I find I have to allow my brain time everyday to disconnect and just STOP for a while. Getting up and going for a walk, making a coffee and getting some fresh air.  Our poor brains can become so overloaded that we have to give it time to release and catch a breath. Self awareness is the key listening to your body when it says to take a break.

GUT INSTINCT.
I truly rely on this now. I was never one to follow what my gut was trying to tell me. But Now I have learnt that it's my secret weapon to trust the most. We all at some point sort out advice from others, continuing research but it's what we follow through with that advice is the important thing. Always trust your instinct, if something isn't right your gut instinct will tell you

HAVING A CLEAR MISSION,  PURPOSE, VISION OR WHY.
I have found that everything as an Entrepreneur comes back to your big WHY. WHY do you want to do this.  Why do you want to help others? How do you want to show up in this world and who do you want to serve. Just keep revisiting this when things get tough and your buried in the grindstone and want to quit this will help reinforce your mission statement again.

RECOGNIZING MINDSET BLOCKS.
It's time to take a close look at any mind blocks that might be stopping you from being successful. I know that some of the most successful Entrepreneurs have the innate ability  to recognize roadblocks and successfully push past them to be more powerful and positive.

I'm in the early stages of my journey with a way to go and I have no fancy qualifications. Just a whole lot of life experiences that I want to share with the world to help other women move forward in their life and find success. I'm ready to take on opportunities that may come my way in the new year ahead with no fear just a passion to succeed and make a difference. 

DEAR KRISTI..WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF YOU REALLY DID MAKE IT.

To the girl with big dreams...
What would happen if you really did make it? If you pushed through all the doubt and fears. If you just followed your heart shared your story and inspired other women all around the world to live their best life and go and get their dreams...how would it feel and how would it change your life.

Don't spend so much time in the "what if" stage, just focus on the here and now and projecting everything you can into one step at a time. Crushing one goal at a time. Not looking too deeply into the months ahead. Remember every goal you crush is another turning point to where and who you want to be. So just enjoy the ride. take a breath.

That feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction of all the hard work I put in is one that will be so special, trusting and believing in myself that I could and would do it. This is what I want to teach other women all around the world, just as I have taught myself self trust and self belief. The essence of where it all begins. This will be the foundation of what makes my success happen. But to also be aware of depression and anxiety give yourself time to adapt to the new demands you might be putting on yourself.

It would mean I become closer to the person I want to become. Playing small does not serve the world. I am depriving the world of what I have to offer, my teachings through my story. The realization that I am responsible for what will happen next in my life is both frighting and very exciting. I'm always looking for a better way to do things, a way to up my game. So I ask myself can this be a way to move closer to living my passion? Yes! making a better version of you is the most significant way to keep moving forward to your goals. A way to carve out the life you love.

Will I get too comfortable on one level and be afraid of the emotional journey when I up level. I hope not I want to keep soaring up as high as I can go, with no limits placed on myself. Just encouraging me to keep bettering the person I'm becoming. But I'm not going to fret, I've done it hard before. If things get rough I'll find my stride again.If I never try to take great opportunities and let my dreams become realities then the world  won't see my full potential and benefit from all that I have achieved.  And it will make it hard to up level myself and continue to grow and evolve into the best version of me.

Happiness...doing something that you love and lights you up. That feeling of Adrenalin and excitement when you wake up every morning. Isn't that what we all want out of this life? But something very important I will remember is not to loose me. Stay true to myself and who I am. Showing kindness and compassion far and wide. Keeping the smile I love to have on my face always, no matter what life may bring. A smile can really do so much to bring light to my day when things seem uncertain or gloomy.

Would I loose the real me? I won;t let this happen. I will keep focused and grounded in tune with the real me. I know success can also change you as a person, Make you loose sight of your core values and beliefs. But I promise myself that I will always stay true to what I believe in and true to the person I worked so hard to become. I will use any success that I achieve to make a difference in women's lives for the better. I want to make women feel confident in their capabilities to find their own success and live a life they love of abundance and happiness.



\So enjoy it, You are onto something really meaningful and impactful not only in your life but the lives of others. Your confidence is booming.
LET IT HAPPEN....

Kristi Xx

THIRTEEN YEARS DEEP IN THE MARRIAGE..TO SAY I LOVE YOU

I feel like the luckiest women in the world...And needed to write this today and praise this wonderful man I get to call my husband.

I know that's sappy and so cliche...but oh so true. I am married to my soul mate. 13 years making memories, lovers quarrels, having a mortgage, loving up all our fur babies, infertility struggles, so many health  issues, many fishing adventures, nights cuddling falling asleep and so much more. WHOA!! what a journey. But I could have never done this journey without him...

It's so scary how much time fly's. I really feel like if I blink my eyes we'll be 80 sitting in our chairs reminiscing (god willing we're both still here!) of the good ol' day's. Like cooking dinner together. Snuggling on the weekends with a good movie, exploring different places together. Not wanting to spend much time apart.

The most precious thing about our marriage is that we have grown into who we are today together. When I really look back at the person I was, I had no idea who I was or what I even wanted out of life. But being together has opened my eyes to things I never knew about myself. Finding strengths I never knew I had. So we really have brought the best out of each other. Life looks a little different now than the beginning. I work from home, and I'm chasing my dreams and step by step creating a life I love.

Challenges....this word has played a very important key role in our marriage. We've had plenty of them!! one after the other and still going strong!! But you know what...it has made us so strong and ready for anything. I am so proud of us both for what we have accomplished not only as a couple but as individuals as well.

You know I still wake up every day and just look at you. I look at you and thank god that you cam into my life. I memorize your smile, laugh, and every wrinkle etched on your face. I love how we go to bed the same time almost every night. You male my coffee every morning and I make yours on the weekends. I really love how clean and tidy you are and don't think twice about helping me around the house. And I especially love how you love our fur babies. Your gentle kind nature melts my heart.

The last couple of years have been tough. Me with my health and heart issues, and you being diagnosed with an Auto Immune disease. But then the light just shone through so bright with our little shining star joining our family. After everything it could have pulled us apart, but I knew it wouldn't. We don't like doing things like the "Norm". And that's why life with you is like one huge adventure that never stops!!

You continue to lift me up and show me I can do anything. And I continue to lift you up to try new things and believe in you. The wedding vows we said we are still living every single day, and no we are not perfect. But we show each other the highest respect and compassion. And that is real love.

I love you babe, I will continue to be by your side, cherish you, laugh and cry forever more. Buckle up tight because the adventure is about to get even better....

MY TOP 5 SECRETS TO FINDING YOUR STRENGTHS...

What are your strengths?
We all are given strengths which help make us into the person we are today and project our uniqueness out into the world. But do we ever shine a light on our strengths and use them to help others and our own personal development? I think we sometimes don't really understand the part they play in our lives and help form our success...Here are my top five secrets to finding your strengths..

THE KEY IS TOO LET SOMEONE ELSE DO IT FOR YOU..
Have you ever really taken notice and accepted complements? WELL PLEASE DO..Listening to what others are observing about you is the perfect way to recognizing your true strengths and using them to their full potential. It can give you an insight into what people are honestly thinking and if you have more work to do to hone that skill.

WHAT ARE MY STRENGTHS?
This is a vital part of finding your strengths. And there are some really easy and effective ways to do this. One I want to share with you is don't over arch when thinking about your skills or add a sliver lining to the skills that have made you successful in life so far. Take time to think about it and put into perspective. There might be things that you are really good and excel at....but they don't drive you and are not your passion. write a list of all that that skill requires of you. Maybe you have been overthinking it? But don't take it for granted, there are so many factors that go into having a skill. Our potential does not end with that one skill.

READ EVERY COMMENT AND NOTE..
Most of us all have social media right? Well it's the perfect place to gather information about what you strengths really are. Engage by taking a look back at what people were saying. Go back and read it all and gather the information you need to observe what other people are saying your strengths are. It is after all a very personal thing finding your strengths, and what better way to do it than with honesty and authenticity.

WHAT ARE MY SKILLS? 
Now this is a very important part of finding your strengths. Knowing what lights you up about that skill or..what doesn't. Now I want you not to just look at your job, but look at what you have done for others or yourself and see which one has made you feel the happiest and most alive inside. This my friend is as very important skill and a true strength. Not all skills make us feel this way. I'VE BEEN THERE.

LISTEN TO YOUR GUT FEELING..
Trust your instincts, these feelings are the weapon you should always pay attention too. If you gut is telling you something feels right..then it usually is. If there is something telling you no this feels off and not right listen to it!! its guiding you into the direction that you need to go. Take a close look at your gut feelings and look at the bigger picture. Our own intuition is the thing we all doubt in our self. But give your self some grace, you are smart and intelligent.

I am giving you permission to be proud of your strengths and how they define the person you are and still becoming. Let your strengths shine that through for the whole world to see and be inspired by. And don't forget to keep working on them. This world really needs the strength and inspiration that only you have.

Kristi Xx

WHAT I'M MOST AFRAID TO TELL YOU.

I am so grateful to have you here on this journey with me. I've been thinking a lot about what I'm most afraid to tell you. I've shared a lot of me with you all, and now I want to share with you a part of me that is normally kept pretty quiet. I have worked really hard with this but the bad negative monster still shows up once in a while. So I'm going to be completely vulnerable in hope that sharing this will help you live a more confident and enriched life. The thing I'm most afraid to share is that I'm NOT GOOD ENOUGH to live my dream....

Yep it's true! Do you feel like this? I have all the confidence that I can and will do it. But the negative thoughts still pop up and act ass a roadblock and I start questioning myself. I let that fear paralyze the action I need to take to make things happen. And then I tend to doubt myself and play the self doubt game. But I know that I have to quickly turn it around by the simple action of visualizing myself unafraid, and start moving towards my fear and facing it directly and head on. No questions asked, fear, doubt and all.

I think this time of year I always become caught in the self reflection motion.
Where am I going?
How am I changing?
What am I doing?
Where have I been ?
These thoughts roll around in my head at the coming up of a brand new year. But the thoughts mostly that surface are fear of rejection, vulnerability and fear of being judged not good enough to do my passion. Honestly when I started this blogging thing it was just a little hobby. The first months hardly anyone read what I had written. But something inside of me knew that I had to keep going, I had to do this. I could feel myself becoming very passionate about what I had started. And I knew this was making me happy in a way I had never been happy with myself before.

So then comes all the negative thoughts swirling around like a washing machine in my mind..
Am I good enough?
Will people read my work?
Will I be judged?
Will I offend others?
I was so caught up in these that I totally forgot my WHY. I wanted to make a difference and help other women find their best life and live their dreams through sharing my own experiences. I was so afraid that I was afraid of sharing this with you. How crazy is that right?

SO MUCH FEAR, SO LITTLE TIME. It began to get exhausting! And I though what is pon the other side of that fear. YES FREEDOM. You know we always have a choice. We can run the other way and see fear as the limitation to keep us where we are OR we can run towards it with bravery and courage pushing through to the other side. We can use fear as a very important tool to get us to where we want to be. A reminder of what doesn't serve us for the better.

I'm not entirely sure how I'll feel on the other side of sharing this. I guess only time will tell. But for now I'm armed and ready to run with my running shoes and wings. And not to mention a great big smile...

Kristi Xx

SHARING GRATITUDE..

Challenge time....

Have you ever woke up in the mornings when your like ugh here we go again..and stopped yourself and asked OK what am I grateful for today? Well I never used to UNTIL NOW. This is something I want you to join me in. I want you to share one thing your grateful for today. Go and grab that journal, diary or even a dang piece of paper and share what your grateful for today. And keep it going today ,tomorrow and the day after that and every day. Let's see the change we can make in our everyday. YOU READY....

I've decided one of my new years resolutions is to keep a gratitude journal.  It is proven that when you show and share gratitude it will help us live a more happy life. My plan is to everyday share my gratitude for my friends, family, COFFEE, health and my life. But I don't want to just put pen to paper. I want to physically say THANK YOU to all the people who make my life a whole lot better and happier.

What happens when we share this gratitude that we journal or write about? It is proven that it helps us live a more fulfilled , happy and successful life. And it is important in strengthening our relationships. It is a strong foundation for long lasting relationships that will affect our life in the most positive and inspiring ways. Relationships that will encourage and lift us up to our highest potential.

So how can we get into the habit of showing gratitude in real life. At the beginning of every week write notes who you have to say thank you this week. In that morning or afternoon coffee break send that text of thanks to that friend, or write a thank you note to send to them. It will probably feel strange taking your gratitude from your journal or paper and bringing it to life, but with practice you will really start to see the benefits.

And of course sharing gratitude is a SELF CARE GOAL. Once you put this into practice you'll see how good you feel about yourself. How much you really start liking and appreciating you. So are you going to start today? Comment below and tell me if  your in. Send me an Email if you have any questions. Let's make life a whole lot happier... And let our kindness and compassion show our true beautiful self.

Kristi Xx

THESE FIVE THINGS WILL DETERMINE IF YOU ARE SUCCESSFUL OR NOT.

OK so it's time to get down to the good stuff. Digging into what is going to help you!! determine if you will be successful or not. Being successful doesn't happen overnight. It takes time, patience and profound strategies to DETERMINE IF YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL OR NOT. It's dang hard work and commitment. I shed that scarcity mindset a few years ago now. I approach everything with a feeling of abundance. But you know It doesn't matter what tools and map I give you , there are certain things that come deep from inside of you that you already posses which will determine if you are successful.

Lets take a look at these 5 innate factors that will take you on the path and lead you to that AMAZING dream in your heart. And if you are doing exactly what your meant to be doing these things will come naturally believe me. Maybe not at once, and they may become harder as your success comes closer. Now check in with your self. Am I in this for real? All outside factors aside you will be successful.

CONFIDENCE AND INTUITION. 
I'm going to ask you right of the bat..to sshow up and be confident in every sense and feeling of the word. So dang confident that you can look inside you when the world is deflating you. Think to yourself "I got this"...not an easy task is it.

Think about it, we live in a world of comparison prone. You can actually see the polished and pristine end product on those little Instagram squares right? Then we look at our own debarkle  and think "What the heck am I doing" as our own work in progress is nowhere where you want it to be.

This will happen over time. You will strengthen over time. You will learn not to think of your inspiration or mentor, but on YOU and YOUR big hearted DREAMS AND GOALS. So just put your head down, don't compare just CREATE. Always remember there is only one you and nobody does it quite like you. And if you find that your turning away form the tasks that have to be done. Ask yourself why are you doing this? Why is this my dream ? above everything else.

DISCIPLINE AND CONSISTENCY.
OK let me ask you, can you set a goal? and can you stick to it? I want you to think about all the promises you made to yourself back at the beginning. What did you start out to do. What will you do that shows your community it can depend on you. When I look back at my own life and what had made me successful is consistently creating and proving to myself that I can keep promises I mad to myself and others. I mean how many times have you set these amazing goals and never followed through. Yep I have. And now I'm more disciplined and acknowledge that.

Now let's set a challenge. For the next 7 day's set your goals, write down what you will do to move closer to this dream of yours. If half way through you find your wandering, not digging it. Maybe these particular goals weren't for you, and you need to rethink what you want. But life does get in the way, we know this to be true. Maybe look at other ways to help you keep on track with a little help. I'm not saying forget your dream, look at ways that will bring you closer even if life gets in the way. I've learnt that if it's meant to be and you want it bad enough..YOU WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN.

STEP INTO YOUR ONENESS.
Well now that we have covered the whole game of comparing our selves, do you really know what makes you unique and and a whole lot of different form everyone else? Can you point out beyond a shadow of a doubt what makes you YOU.

One if the most important ingredients in determining your success is you own abiity to step into and own your oneness. This comes down to owning your own unique talents and the big WHY your doing what your doing. This...is something you should be asking yourself ALL THE TIME. Go on go and write it down.

Another important ingredient is the ability to be able to speak your oneness. This will help so much in the confidence struggle and help you think twice about that comparison game we were talking abut earlier. I found that when I knew my own WOW factor this helped me focus more on my goal and look past what others where doing.

This might not come right away, it might take a little work. But it will help you notice your own uniqueness and what makes you stand out,

THE MINDSET
I decided a few years ago that I was done being "quiet" and small. I wanted to play big which was always my dream. What about you? I've entered into everything I do with possibility not doubt.

Let me ask another question, do you like to play the poor me game or do you see others success as a possibility of what id achievable for you? Do you trust the universe is there every day for you or out to get you? Are you making things you want in life happen or just waiting for then to happen? Mindset is not all peaches and cream. It's the ability to conquer roadblocks and face them head on. Don't wait for perfection. Imperfection will help ou get to the finish line. Moving forward is moving forward right?

The abundance mindset is the belief that there is more than enough to go around. And it will help you attract joy, happiness and success in a more natural way.

PUTTING YOURSELF OUT THERE.
Putting yourself out there can come in different ways. Showing up every day with family and friends. peeling back the curtain on what is real for you. Showing vulnerability and compassion. Now this can be difficult I know, but when you do you will see the shift of success move in your direction. The choice of what you share is of course always up to you. But open yourself up a little and let people in. Do this in one step at a time.

 Can you share confidently and clearly your hopes and dreams ?

Kristi Xx

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU FEEL OUT OF ALIGNMENT

FEELING OUT OF ALIGNMENT ...what does it feel like? It;s when we feel all negative emotions like fear, resentment,worry and anger. Sometimes we may not even realize we are out of alignment. Now I'm more aware of my emotions and what to do to bring myself back. If your feeling out of alignment with all these emotions rolled into a huge stress ball. Then this is for you.

If you are spiritually aligned then you know that your dreams are within your reach and you know how to get there. But sometimes we loose sight of that and need to remind our self of what really makes us who we are and cultivate a little mind.body and soul check in. To get back in alignment we need to release that negative energy and make way for positive vibes to shine through. I put my hand up to this. I have a tendency to let the negative emotions tale over and steel my positive beliefs that I know I have and believe.

So what can you do to align yourself again? here is my checklist of practices you ready...
- meditate every day.
- I love to read and learn as often as I can.
- Spend quality time outside every day.
- I try to add more plant based food to my diet.
- Move it
- Smile
- Breathe
- Switch your thoughts.
- Have gratitude
When I put these into practice in my daily life I can fully reach my potential and nail my goals I want to achieve that day.

Bit there is something I want you to remember, it's OK when you feel out of alignment. Don't go putting yourself down. We all have days when we feel not so peppy, stuck and just feeling off!. Then your out of alignment.And this can also be an opportunity to see who or what contributed to us feeling like this. Was it worth giving our power away temporarily? Have you ever had one of those days where everything is going really good, and then something happens to change your mood and frustrate you. This means your most likely out of alignment. So get out there, move, breathe, switch your thoughts, have gratitude and SMILE!. I know you can do this.

So the natural state of energetic alignment is a good place of feeling. It doesn't need to necessarily be tied to a person or thing. It's a whole lot more powerful when it comes from the inside. When we feel good that is the exact feeling we are putting out into the world. Lets all try and feel like this, and stand up and help our self when we're not. What do you say. Wanna give it a try?

Kristi Xx

HOW TO STOP COMPARISON FATIGUE..

COMPARISON FATIGUE..  I mean let's be honest. This is something we all fall prey to at some point right? And it's not even intentional, it's our minds succumbing to the "I'm not good enough" whirlwind. But let me put a stop to that RIGHT NOW.. YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH.  And what you are doing is enough. I want you to remember that the world needs YOUR unique gifts that only you have to give.

WHY DO WE COMPARE OURSELVES TO OTHERS?
When we compare ourselves to others, what we are really doing is allowing others to tap in and drive our behaviors. This type of comparison is known between you and someone else. And other times it can be related to body image, wishing you were taller or a different body shape. But a lot of the time it's something someone else is really good at and capable of doing. Wishing we could do it just as well. But the best way to turn this around is use comparison as a positive force and squash all that NEGATIVE TALK. Be happy for others and let them motivate you to be a better version of YOU.

In the negative emotional game of self comparison the one thing I have realized is to stop yourself for always comparing yourself to someone else is focus more on yourself. Stop yourself when your mind is overthinking of the way you "think" you should be and turn to showing yourself some dam love. Praise yourself for who you are. A strong capable women of leaving her own mark in this world for others to see and be inspired by. And don't forget to nurture your own self esteem and confidence, practice every day working on what makes you feel confident and strong.

I used to spend so much time comparing myself to others, thinking that was how I need to be. Until I started to become more one with myself. I did this by learning from my mistakes and not expecting everything to go my way. It's OK if something doesn't go the way I wanted it too. Just learn form it and see how you can improve it and try again. Two things I focus on every day is living life to the fullest and being respectful and considerate. This my friend is all part of being more one with myself.

So next time you find yourself comparing yourself to others. STOP and believe that you are enough just as you are. And what you have to offer this world is needed and wanted. Remember after all there is only one you and your special gift is needed so let it shine to help and inspire others. That is the best feeling of all.

Kristi Xx

THE MORNING GRIND..

GOOD MORNING! The morning grind..you with me. Mornings can be a a absolute discontentment. You feel like that sometimes? But you wanna know something, it doesn't want to be. But it is up to us to make the change and turn it around. Is it easy, NOT ALL ALL. But with putting daily practices into place we can change it and wake up every day feeling ready to accomplish our goals. I'm going to let you in  on my daily practices and thoughts for you to try and see what happens. Sound good? Let's do it.

WAKE WITH A POSITIVE AFFIRMATION. 
This is a must! I Wake up every morning and say something positive about the day, WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE. By doing this you are holding yourself accountable and giving yourself some love... You deserve it! Never forget that.  When I have a good foundation for the day my motivation and confidence feel alive and on fire! which is a good thing right? Positive affirmations reinforce my mindset to a healthy and productive place that will serve me better.

THE MORNING CUPPA..
For me this is sacred time. Time to just enjoy the fresh start to a day with my cuppa, take a deep breath and and start the day with  a clear mind. Being a busy Mum the day's are long and and well BUSY. So this time I craft out every morning gives me a chance to gather our thoughts and just relax. it's so important to start the day calm and relaxed. There are times when life is so stressful and there is so much happening at once. It can be dang overwhelming. Allow this time for yourself before the daily grind starts. Your mind and body will thank you for it. Trust me on this one...

GET SOME FRESH AIR.
This is a part of my morning that I look forward to. Being a Muma I'm up early before the sun. So when the sun rises I like to go outside and just breath in some fresh air. That time of morning is so new and exciting. I actually feel excited about achieving my goals that day. Working towards my dream. It only takes just a couple of minutes to stand outside and just smell the fresh air.

STRETCH THE BODY..
I take this time every morning to just stand and stretch.Raising my hands in the air and stretch from side to side . Another one is making circles to stretch the neck warming the muscles and the mind ready for the day. A lot of our tension is stored in our neck. Doing this exercise twice a day helps keep stress and tension art bay. We all feel stress and tension in our life were only humans right? '

So if your looking for ways to start the MORNING GRIND right. Try my morning practices and I would love to hear from you how you went. I know they will help you too. We are in charge of our own happiness, we do have a choice. Always chose what will make you feel happy and excited to wake up every day.

Kristi Xx

THE EVERYTHING IS FIGUREOUTABLE EXPERIENCE..

MARIE FORLEO...Have you heard of her. If you haven't be prepared to be blown away. Her latest #1 selling New York Times Best selling Book EVERYTHING IS FIGUREOUTABLE is dynamite and the most life changing book of the year. Marie is truly changing lives around the world. She is crazy funny, pragmatic, compassionate and dedicated to enriching the lives of other women. Let's take a closer look...

What is EVERYTHING IS FIGUREOUTABLE you ask? It is a formula of a belief that will make you unstoppable!. This book will retrain your brain to think more positively and creatively in the face of setbacks. Life is full of setbacks right? Bur when we can refocus our way of thinking and saying to yourself "OK what can I do about this" In turn helping you face your fears, fulfill your dreams and find a better way forward. Showing that their are solutions my friend and you can figure it out!!

There have been so many times in my life when I've been succumbed to setbacks. It didn't matter where I turned, ANOTHER ROAD BLOCK. Enter Marie Forleo and this amazing book. With implementing the daily practice that literally only takes 5 minutes if that, I began to see my thought pattern change and a shift in energy began to emerge. I started to feel stronger and believed in this mantra without any doubts. It's practical and actionable discipline. Plain and simple.

We learn at at very young age that we aren't given a manual at birth. But if you struggle with problem solving or making your dreams and goals happen, then you need to get this book! Marie's Formula is an easily accessible and very powerful formula to change the way we think and move through life. It really is the one belief that will change everything. It gave me the courage to act in spite of my fears. 

Living in the shadows of our fears can be so isolating and just dang draining. But this book will guide you step by step to face that fear and turn it around so you can live a successful and happy life with the tools to FIGURE OUT ANYTHING.  One of the biggest takeaways I got from the book was to eliminate my excuses. I was terrible at this, I had an excuse for everything I was afraid of but wanted to do so badly. Marie will show you just how to deal with this. Wouldn't that be nice to not fall prey to all pour excuses we have for our selves. I sure as heck know it would be. You agree?

Now I don't want to give any more away, you truly need to get this book. Marie is one of the most inspirational women. She writes exactly how she lives, with so much enthusiasm and a dedicated believer in finding the solution. I am continuing to put this formula into practice EVERY DAY. So are you struggling with your fears or finding solutions? GO GET THE BOOK! You will not regret it. If you have already read it, tell me about your experience. I would love to hear about it and share with you.

Kristi Xx

MY BUCKET LIST OF PLACES TO SEE..

Hawaii, Italy, Scotland, Las Angeles. These are just a few of my Bucket list places I want to travel too with my family. Do you get that feeling of excitement and overwhelm when thinking about this...I DO! But not only do I want to go overseas, I want to see some of the most beautiful places right here in our back yard AUSTRALIA.  And now I want to share with you some of those places and their special meaning to me. I think we all have places we would love to see that have some special; meaning to us. Are you ready to go on a Deluxe holiday with me...LET'S GO! 

GAIA RETREAT AND SPA.
Gaia hold a special place on my heart. It was co founded by my childhood idol Olivia Newton-John. This is truly tranquility and healing at it's best. Situated in the breathtaking Hinterland of Byron Bay, which is famously known as The Healing Heartland of Australia. This retreat is the place to go for spiritual and physical healing, the place where YOU COME FIRST. They have such a wide range of packages tailored to suit, you can chose a range of specialized holistic spa treatment to suit your needs. Definitely my tick of approval as top of the list.

BLUE MOUNTAINS.
I have seen so many beautiful photos of the rugged and dramatic scenery. The wide open air space and picturesque colors have drawn me in to add this to my bucket list. With also the most amazing accommodation choices. I put Blue Mountains on my Bucket list because of the sense of  calm and natural beauty. I guess my vision of a perfect holiday is getting rest and relaxation, and experiencing peace and quiet. It was really an easy decision to add Blue Mountains to my bucket list.

HAWAII.
What can I say, I'm a BEACH GIRL. I love the sand and the ocean, the smell of the fresh air and the sound of the waves rolling in. The island of MAUI is on my bucket list to stay at The Kutcher Condo located in Kihei owned by Drew and Jenna Kutcher. Jenna is an amazing entrepreneur and incredible source of inspiration to women. This tranquil space is perfect for a quiet family getaway to make everlasting memories. Maui, Kihei is on the top of my bucket list.

LAS ANGELES.
I am a country girl, but oh I do love the bright lights and movement of the city. LA has been on my bucket list since I was about 13 years old! The definite places are Hollywood, the Beaches without a doubt and last but no least Beverly Hills. I really want to experience the culture of living in a place like that. Ever since I was a little girls I've dreamed about seeing what the Hollywood life is like in LA.  The GLITZ AND GLAMOUR... So LA was a certain YES on my bucket list.

Well there you have it. My bucket list of places to see. I cant wait to tick them off one by one. How about you, do you have a bucket list? I would love to hear some of the places on your bucket list comment below and share your bucket list. Let's go on that deluxe holiday together.

Kristi Xx

A GOAL I AM WORKING TOWARDS IS RELEASING MORE OF MY AUTHENTIC SELF.

Our Authentic self. The real you! This is something I encourage all women to do. This is where the true greatness lies, and how we become remarkable in life and success. I work so hard to show every strength of my authentic self and leave an inspirational footprint on the hearts of other women. Because being your authentic self is who you are at your deepest core.

As I've gotten older, I've noticed more and more that we tend to try and be more like the people that inspire us, instead of learning from them and letting our true authenticity shine through. These are 5 powerful ways to become your best self:
1 Try new thing's! you can't let yourself become complacent.
2 Pursue your dreams.
3 Focus on self care.
4 Keep up your motivation.
5 Adopt good habits both personally and health wise.
Go ahead and try and see how they work for you. This is the time to stretch and grow yourself. It's the best journey of self discovery.

When you really think about it it's instinctive for us as humans to show up as our true authentic self. One of my inspirations Bren'e Brown says "Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we are supposed to be and embracing who we are." So true right? Sometimes we get caught up in pleasing others that we loose sight of our Authentic self, and the others we are trying to help also don't have connection to their true self either. The key to finding your Authentic self is nurturing your own physical well being. If you are not doing this you will never find true happiness.

Your authentic self will not show through if you don't sleep enough or your not feeling well. If your not feeling well your mind won't either. So treat your body with some love will ya and make it a priority. You will start to see amazing things unfold in your life and the happiness you are looking for will begin to show.

Give yourself some space! Finding your Authentic self requires a  lot of focusing inwards towards yourself. This sounds easy but for some can be really hard. Especially if you are someone who has spent a lot of time focusing on others before your self. So it's better to distance yourself from people who break down your authentic self and fill you with negative thought.

So I want to remind you to make time for yourself and see all the possibilities that are right there in front of you. Trial and error is the key, try on different selves and see how they fit and what feels comfortable and just be the best you that you can be ..

Kristi Xx