Mindfully Me

At this stage in our personal human evolution it's time we give ourselves permission to stop DOing, looking outside of ourselves for direction and living up to other people's expectations. If we are retired it means we are free to explore, using our internal compass to fully BE who we want to be. If not yet retired, I recommend you start practicing now to set yourself up for a beautiful ride.

Before retirement, in the working world, there are certain guidelines that we learn to help us be efficient and accomplish our tasks. Practical rules, like structure of quiet time, do the hardest things first thing in the morning, keep to do lists, then work those tasks into your schedule, be sure to follow-up on certain days with your clients, etc. We had co-workers and supervisors, that we checked in with for advice and guidance, sometimes voluntarily and sometimes mandatory. Or if you were self-employed, you likely imposed 'rules' upon yourself.

Now we get to say; we are free to have sovereignty over our own lives! We've earned this; let's claim it. That's not to say we wont bounce ideas off one anther, get feedback from others, gain different perspectives - but only as a measure of "Does this resonate with me? Can I use that idea or does it not fit who I am?" However, I do not want the advise from my well-meaning friends who think that what was helpful for them surely would be good for me. No one knows more abut me that me. I am ambitious enough to figure out what I need.

Not only am I retired from taking advice, I am done giving advise, unless solicited. If some one asks my opinion, I will attempt to direct the questioned situation back to them. What do they think? After all, that's what I want for myself so I suppose the habit (or practice) begins with me. Yes, we've lived long enough to learn many lessons and we want to pass them on to our friends or children so they can benefit from our sharing. I believe I can add more value to another if I simply listen to them, be a sounding board for others, to encourage their self-discovery. Often times it helps to say something out loud and to get support. It can be comforting to hear, "Yes, you're on the right track." or "I believe in you."

I am ready to RELAX into being who I am. I'm to the point in my life where I am no longer interested in seeking ways to be more, better or different. NOW I want to relax into allowing myself to blossom from the inside out!

My wisdom guru lives with in me. I want to listen to the Inner Wise Woman who will guide me to being Mindfully Me, and encourage others to likewise BE.