Showing posts with label I love you today because. Show all posts
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Friday 16 August 2019

Inspirational Shorts - Humility


Humility




Inspirational Shorts are a great way for you to get a quick creative reminder at how precious and loved you are.  There is also a need to remind yourself that you have to love yourself unconditionally, with all your faults - no body is perfect despite what they are telling you.  Today's word is Humility, you can listen to the recording on the Podcast below, and also read it to confirm what your heart already knows

Today is a great day for starting over, there is no weakness in change, it shows great strength. You have to have faith and believe that growth will take place, worry not about what others will do or say, but fix your mind on where you must begin and the journey you will take, you hold the keys!





I hope that you have found something that you can take away in the recording today to inspire and motivate you to be all you dream you to be and more!  One day, one action at a time.  Stay blessed and be a blessing.





Saturday 27 October 2018

Stepping OUt Challenge - Day 27 - I Love You Today Because.....





Welcome to today's post, I am taking part in a 31 day blog challenge where I post everyday in October.  I love creating challenges for myself and joining ones by others.  My challenge for the rest of the month is to reflect on some of the series I created for myself and inspiration that I have taken away.

Listen to the Podcast






When was the last time you looked at yourself, I mean really looked and saw your reflection?  Not the fleeting moment between brushing your teeth and rushing to get ready making sure you get the glance in to fix the top of your hair.  When was the last time you stood and looked in the mirror and just stared at yourself from the top of your head to the soles of your feet, and really saw who you are?



I did the ‘I love you today Series’ to recognise that we need to start loving and seeing our true selves more.  We ignore who we really are seeing ourselves though the lens of others, or how we think others see us.  Our existence wrapped up into a series of roles and services.  


We can be the first to put ourselves down with our comments of being useless, clumsy, stupid and a range of other words I have heard people say about themselves.  When someone makes a positive comment about you, you are the first to dismiss it, or tell them how old a thing is when they complement you on an item of clothing.  You think they can’t possibly be talking about ‘me’ someone who looks and sounds like me but isn’t


You have disregarded yourself so much that you begin to blend into your surroundings you don’t see the impact you might make, you brush it off as ‘oh everyone does it’ and you secretly put yourself down, you don’t openly but in the corners of your mind – right at the back – you often say something unkind about yourself.

I created the challenge as a reminder one year around the time of Valentine’s Day as we declare our love for someone else.  We can’t forget to show love to ourselves and think about the things that we love about ourselves rather than the daily ‘put downs’



I love you today because…..

 I also created a series of simple sketches and coupled these together with the challenge.  I was doing something for me.  This was something that I had not done for a long time, just sit and create a sketch either from memory or a photo.  Overall, it’s all part of being mindful as I sketched, reminding myself of why I matter and what I was grateful for. 


As you think about your life be reminded that without you many things would not happen and the world would be a cloudier place.  Sometimes we surround ourselves with so much noise we can’t hear ourselves think and we drown out our inner voice, our inner guide and wonder until something happens and we have to make a decision, a life decision and we realise we’ve been walking around on automatic. 

I love you today....not for what you do, but for who you are!

  


Think about the things that you love about yourself that you are grateful for, and if you have been following the series you will have seen the gratitude’s post where you write down daily 3 things that you are grateful for
5 things you love doing and make time to do them.

Tomorrow I will talk about my Memories from Home Series.  I hope during this month you find some time to challenge, be creative and stretch yourself.

    Why not join me each day for the rest of October as we dive into to some exciting challenges and look at ways in which they can impact on your own life. 

    I look forward to seeing you tomorrow, it is never too late to start! The main thing is to take one step at a time and do something that you find interesting.

    Stay blessed and be a blessing.


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    Friday 28 February 2014

    I Love you today because - Reflections

    Well I made it to the end of the series, and gain many insights, more understanding and honed my sketching skills at the same time.

    The ‘I love you today’ series was a way to show 'self love' and look for ways to show love to others.  It can be hard to appreciate how far you have come as you continue to busy yourself with ‘getting on with it’, and you are not able to find the room to celebrate these qualities that lay within as they often go overlooked.  It is easier to give encouragement to others and to cheer them on, but we can think of 100 reasons why we are not up to scratch and we end up speaking about ourselves negatively, or underplay the big leap that we actually make.

    The journey for me in February fulfilled three purposes, one was to appreciate and value myself more and encourage myself to recognise when I had done a good job, recognising how far I had come, to be able to look in the mirror and not see 100 faults, but to appreciate the reflection staring back.  We all need to be able to be comfortable in our own skin and be confident with who we are and our abilities.  Some are able to do it with greater ease than others, it can feel uncomfortable saying to yourself what a good job you have done, but you have to recognise that your growth is determined by how you can see, reflect and acknowledge your growth without being self conscious or fearful.

    Secondly, I included a self portrait, and a few from my imagination.  We have a perception of what we think that other people see, but the exercise in self-love is about how God sees us with unconditional love, without any strings, not governed by what we look like, latest clothes, or skin colour, so either looking in the mirror or looking at a photograph forced me to see me.  I experimented with techniques, starting out with coloured markers, adding promarker pens which I really enjoyed using.

    Thirdly - it is not only about me – when you can love yourself you will find it easy to love others in a more genuine way....the commandment is ‘Love your neighbours as you love yourself’....we have got to be able to demonstrate that love for ourselves to be able to express and show love to others.  

    This was why I had the section ‘share some love’, calling us to do something for someone, thinking how we can help someone else and be a blessing in their lives, however small.  What we consider small could be the miracle that someone else was praying for.



    So I’ve come through enlightened, with a great set of sketches and drawings that can be used for other projects and new way of looking at myself and where I fit in the world, alongside 28 ideas for blessing others.  I am excited for the changes and challenges that will take place this month.  

    What challenges have you got ready for yourself this month? The focus for me will be health and I will be sharing some of the delicious smoothies I intend to make to improve my health and well-being. Blessings!

    I Love you today because - Day 28

    I love you today because.....
    You inspire

    You have come a long way, been through the fire, learnt many lessons, you are learning each and every day.  You are truly an inspiration and through your journey and your openness you encourage others, be proud of how far you have come!

    I love you today series of images - Fine liner and Promarker sketch

    Show some love
    Take a moment to think about all the areas you have been inspired in and make room for continued inspiration.

    Share some love
    Think about those who have inspired you and thank them in some way.

    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below.  Come back tomorrow to see my reflections of the posts..


    Wednesday 26 February 2014

    I Love you today because - Day 27

    I love you today because......

    You are encouraging

    You have a very positive energy and all that come in contact with you can sense that there is something different about you,  You see the small things, noticing the details, and the things that really count. You speak blessings into their lives and give them the courage to be more than they thought they could be.


    Show some love
    Even you need encouraging, take time to recharge your batteries and spend time with others who will encourage you.


    Share some love
    Every one wants to be heard, spend some time today listening.


    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    I love you today because - Day 26

    I Love you today because.....

    You Care

    We can spend a lot of time worrying about what other people think about us and stop doing the very things which sets our hearts on fire.  It is important to seek wise council, but be careful who you reveal your heart to, it is not everyone who decides to voice their opinion that you should care about.


    Show some love
    How would you feel if you let go of those negative words that was spoken over your life that still weigh heavy.

    Share some love

    Be sensitive with the effects of the words you use today.


    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    Monday 24 February 2014

    I love you today - Day 25


    I Love you today because.....
    You bring a new perspective

    There is always a new way to look at things and when you are faced with a problem rather than see the limitations you see the possibilities.  You are like a breath of fresh air, bringing much light and clarity to the situation.  There is always more than one solution to the problem, a new way of looking at it, a new perspective.


    Show some love
    When you go out today go a different direction and take a look your environment

    Share some love
    Offer some help to someone that challenges you both

    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    I love you today because - Day 24

    I Love you today because......

    You have a kind heart

    You have always been caring and often forget to show that care and attention to yourself.  You have a big heart, and the care that you show to others is beautiful, keep on doing it, for today you are going to spend some time focusing on caring for you!



    Show some love
    Sit in a quiet and comfortable place that is pleasing to the eye and has gentle sounds and listen to what your heart is saying.

    Share some love
    Think about a way that you can start and initiative to help those who are unable to help themselves and get together with some like-minded people.

    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    Friday 21 February 2014

    I love you today because - Day 22

    I love you today because......
    You Love adventure

    You have a spirit that loves adventure, finding out new things and you are not afraid of being in unfamiliar environments.

    Your life was meant to be lived and explored, there is still so much of this world that you haven’t yet seen, so many cultures that are still waiting to meet you, go for it!

    Show some love
    Make a plan at least once a week to try a new experience.

    Share some love
    Reach out to someone in your neighborhood and offer them some help.

    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    Thursday 20 February 2014

    I love you today because ....Day 21


    I love you today because....

    You did a good piece of work

    When was the last time you congratulated yourself for doing a piece of work, or had a celebration for how far you come in completing a part of the journey.  We have to celebrate the many milestones that we get through along the way as this is an encouragement in the tough times and keeps us going.


    Show some love
    Make a list of all your achievements and celebrate just how much you have done!

    Share some love

    Make a point of appreciating those around you and acknowledge the work that they do.

    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    Wednesday 19 February 2014

    I Love you today because - Day 20


    I Love you today because....

    You showed up today

    Showing up and being present in your life is important as our lives were not meant to be static.  There is more to your life than the life you are currently living.  No one else can live for you or take responsibility for you.  You have to make a decision to take ownership, and then you can really living your life.


    Show some love
    What has your spirit been saying to you about your life.  See where you can make an adjustment to be more present.

    Share some love
    Spend some time with an elderly family member or friend of the family and ask them about their lives and really listen to what they have to say...

    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below

    I Love you today because - Day 18 and 19

    I Love you today because....

    You have a thirst for wisdom and knowledge and you are following your dreams!

    Our brains are more complex than any computer that has been created.  There is never a time that you will ever know enough, there is so much in this world to learn about, so much to experience and insights to gain.  There is something new every day that you can learn that will take you that step closer to your dreams - you are never too old.  It takes courage to step out and make a decision. When your feeling off course you will find ways to get yourself back.  Nurture and spend time on walking towards your dreams, you’ll get there – what are you waiting for, make a list and get to it! 


    Show some love
    Thing about 1 thing that you've always wanted to learn and take steps to realize that dream

    Share some love
    Become a mentor, pass on a skill and share your experience with others.

    Sunday 16 February 2014

    I love you today because - Day 17

    I Love you today because....

    You are a gift to this world

    When you were born there as a celebration.  In your uniqueness you were formed and fashioned, every hair on your head accounted for.  Your life has a purpose and there is a plan, you were meant to be, not an accident, or mistake, but a gift!

    Your a gift to this world - Pen and Ink sketch

    Show some love
    Recognize the gives you have yet to uncover within and take a step

    Share some love

    As you go about the day, try and see the gifts that dwell within others


    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below


    Saturday 15 February 2014

    I love you today - Day 16

    I love you today because
    You deserve a hug

    When my son was younger and I used to ask him for a hug, his little arms would wrap themselves around me and he would squeeze, we called it a squeezy hug.  Hugs are something we could all do with every now and again.  Hugs are an essential part of our emotional development.

    You deserve a hug - Mixed media

    Show some love
    Cross your arms in front of you and reach each hand as if you are trying to touch your fingers behind your back and hold for 30 seconds.

    Share some love

    Give the first person you see today a hug



    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below


    I Love you today because......Day 15

    I Love you today because....

    Your not afraid to cry

    We cry for a number of reasons, we are happy, sad, frustrated, unhappy, tired, relieved, unsure, lost, proud, thankful, grateful, and inspired.  There can be so many other reasons why we cry and your not afraid to share that emotion.

    Your not afraid to cry - Pen and Ink and Promarker pens

    Share some love
    The next time you feel the to shed a tear, let it flow.  It is a strength and a natural release.

    Show some love

    Show some care to others today, be extra receptive to their emotional state.


    To find out why 'I love you today' February Series click on the image below



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