I am now nearly to 100 hours since my last hit of caffeine. On Monday morning the headaches were so bad I thought I would die. I caught the bus to work and spent the entire trip focusing my Reiki energy onto my head and the parts of me that needed help. By 9.15 the headache was gone.
Yesterday I was a bit headachey, and due to an excessively bad day at work really really wanted some Coke. But I didn't.
Today I have no headaches, but am tired and really really thirsty. The anxiety has started as well. The good news is that this time I was ready for it so am not freaked out by it. I can mange it and in time it will go away.
So for the last week or so I have been paying attention to what I have been eating. To the taste, the scent, the texture, and most importantly how my body feels during and after eating. I have discovered some interesting things. Some foods I thought I loved, I don't actually like the taste of. It is the texture that I enjoy. Some foods I thought sat well inside my stomach, do not. Some foods I thought I reacted to, I don't when eaten alone.
This is a really interesting time for me. Especially discovering that I do not actually like the taste of hot chips. It is the texture. So I need to focus on finding something with a similar texture (and none of the fat). I also do not like how I feel after eating them (especially the gas - I owe my Chiropractor an apology for last nights smells...) LOL
On other news I may not have mentioned, on the weekend I became attuned to Reiki level 2. I am now a qualified Reiki practitioner. It takes 21 days for the energies to settle then I can start actually doing this properly. The interesting thing is that on Day 21 I will be in the middle of a weekend spiritual retreat. I am expecting this to be a very powerful day for me (it is also my sister birthday although I am not sure of that will have any impact).
The spiritual retreat is something I have always wanted to do. This one came up only a week ago and I jumped at the chance to participate.
Lastly, in a week and a half I will be starting back in the world of study. I have been accepted into the Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy. I am really looking forward to it. but also nervous abut studying again and the amount of time commitment it will be. But I really want this so I will make it work.
xox
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Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Friday, May 20, 2011
Sorry for the Absence
Life has been busy.
I had my first inspection on the house earlier this week so had to spend the weekend getting things ready for that. We had only been there a month so it is not like it was dirty, but we were only half unpacked (slack I know) plus we moved into a pretty grubby house - on the outside anyway - and I wanted to get that sorted. Thankfully it is all done now so we now have a sparkling house. :)
Last night I sat down with my knitting needles and made a knitted washable dishcloth. I have been looking for reusable dishcloths I could make rather than buy that would do the job of a chux or scourer. I have a real issue with just how much waste each household creates and have been working on ways to reduce my own waste. There are a few things going on and as I get to try them I will report here. This is my first step to a reduced waste household.
A few days ago I read about knitted ones so decided to give it a try. I finished one last night. It took around 2 hours I guess (maybe a bit less I was up and down doing washing all night). It looks great (will upload a pic on the weekend). But of course, I had to put it to the test. I had left some dishes for this purpose. Firstly I cleaned the benches with it. OMG - so EASY! The on to the dishes.
Well, I am just going to say that I am a convert. As long as it washes up okay (and I am sure it will) then I have found my new dishcloths. I am already halfway through the next one. I figure if I have about 7 or 8 on hand, I can use them for a few days and just put them through the wash with the towels or tea towels. It is not like they take a up a lot of space.
I am also going to do 2 slightly bigger ones in a distinctively different colour that I can use in the bathroom and toilet only.
No more paper towel or disposable cloths for me.
I am still doing the FlyLady although I have not progressed past Day 10. I am shining my sink every night, I have Ross trained to make the bed every morning (I presented it to him that if the bed is made in the morning it will be warmer to get into at night and it worked), I am keeping my "hotspots" under control, and I am doing a 15 minute blitz in one area most days.
Days 11 & 12 are about your "control journal" and de-cluttering your emails. My inbox is always de-cluttered - I hate emails not filed away somewhere. LOL And while I am keeping list of morning and afternoon routines as well as some other stuff, I am not going to put "inspirational quotes" into it. I love quotes, and have them and use them, but I see no need to add it into a folder that is helping me keep my house organised. That is just me though. :)
So if I move to Day 13 it says to pick one of the weeks "Missions" and do it. This week they are focusing on the bathroom and spare rooms. Interestingly I spent about an hour in my craft room (one of the spare rooms) last night getting things sorted. I now have a clear desk in there. I am very happy with that.
Day 14 says to read an essay on the website. Done that.
Day 15 wants us to start making the bed everyday as part of our routine.Well I am already doing that (via Ross who gets up after I leave for work). Day 16 is to read an email from FlyLady. I do that daily.
So as of now I am on to Day 17. Day 17 says to set a specific bed time and stick to it. This is actually a good idea. My bedtime varies a bit but generally it is around 10.30. I am happy to stick with that. So since I have just skipped through a whole week I will stop there. I am doing well with what I am doing so far. My house is remaining tidy (and it only used to take about 36 hours to look like a bomb had gone off). Ross is enjoying the cleanliness and is therefore helping out. I am enjoying it.
Lots of other stuff happening - have done a Louise Hay "Heal your Life" workshop, went and saw a medium, am about to do my Reiki 2, got accepted into college, had a facial (my first ever), and a few more things. I promise I will keep things more up to date here in future. LMK if you want me to expand on anything.
Till next time!
xox
I had my first inspection on the house earlier this week so had to spend the weekend getting things ready for that. We had only been there a month so it is not like it was dirty, but we were only half unpacked (slack I know) plus we moved into a pretty grubby house - on the outside anyway - and I wanted to get that sorted. Thankfully it is all done now so we now have a sparkling house. :)
Last night I sat down with my knitting needles and made a knitted washable dishcloth. I have been looking for reusable dishcloths I could make rather than buy that would do the job of a chux or scourer. I have a real issue with just how much waste each household creates and have been working on ways to reduce my own waste. There are a few things going on and as I get to try them I will report here. This is my first step to a reduced waste household.
A few days ago I read about knitted ones so decided to give it a try. I finished one last night. It took around 2 hours I guess (maybe a bit less I was up and down doing washing all night). It looks great (will upload a pic on the weekend). But of course, I had to put it to the test. I had left some dishes for this purpose. Firstly I cleaned the benches with it. OMG - so EASY! The on to the dishes.
Well, I am just going to say that I am a convert. As long as it washes up okay (and I am sure it will) then I have found my new dishcloths. I am already halfway through the next one. I figure if I have about 7 or 8 on hand, I can use them for a few days and just put them through the wash with the towels or tea towels. It is not like they take a up a lot of space.
I am also going to do 2 slightly bigger ones in a distinctively different colour that I can use in the bathroom and toilet only.
No more paper towel or disposable cloths for me.
I am still doing the FlyLady although I have not progressed past Day 10. I am shining my sink every night, I have Ross trained to make the bed every morning (I presented it to him that if the bed is made in the morning it will be warmer to get into at night and it worked), I am keeping my "hotspots" under control, and I am doing a 15 minute blitz in one area most days.
Days 11 & 12 are about your "control journal" and de-cluttering your emails. My inbox is always de-cluttered - I hate emails not filed away somewhere. LOL And while I am keeping list of morning and afternoon routines as well as some other stuff, I am not going to put "inspirational quotes" into it. I love quotes, and have them and use them, but I see no need to add it into a folder that is helping me keep my house organised. That is just me though. :)
So if I move to Day 13 it says to pick one of the weeks "Missions" and do it. This week they are focusing on the bathroom and spare rooms. Interestingly I spent about an hour in my craft room (one of the spare rooms) last night getting things sorted. I now have a clear desk in there. I am very happy with that.
Day 14 says to read an essay on the website. Done that.
Day 15 wants us to start making the bed everyday as part of our routine.Well I am already doing that (via Ross who gets up after I leave for work). Day 16 is to read an email from FlyLady. I do that daily.
So as of now I am on to Day 17. Day 17 says to set a specific bed time and stick to it. This is actually a good idea. My bedtime varies a bit but generally it is around 10.30. I am happy to stick with that. So since I have just skipped through a whole week I will stop there. I am doing well with what I am doing so far. My house is remaining tidy (and it only used to take about 36 hours to look like a bomb had gone off). Ross is enjoying the cleanliness and is therefore helping out. I am enjoying it.
Lots of other stuff happening - have done a Louise Hay "Heal your Life" workshop, went and saw a medium, am about to do my Reiki 2, got accepted into college, had a facial (my first ever), and a few more things. I promise I will keep things more up to date here in future. LMK if you want me to expand on anything.
Till next time!
xox
Monday, March 28, 2011
My Life
My life of late has been quite simple...
Work
Physio
Sewing
The only interesting one is the sewing, and yesterday after a great day at the home of one of my C-R-A-F-T girls I finished my quilt top.
Now the photo doesn't really do the colours justice. And it still needs a thin border. But it is pretty much done and I am over the moon about it! It has been way too long since I have finished a top. Of course, it still needs to be quilted, but I am going to wait until I have my new machine to do that. :)
On the Achilles front, it is healing. Slowly, but it is getting there. I am still in the moon boot, but the swelling subsiding, and I am not having any pain. It is a long process but I am willing to take th time.
Oh, I almost forgot....
I went and had a Reiki session done on the weekend. It was fantastic. :) I also had a reading done which was very illuminating. :) I also spoke with her about my eiki 2 and hopefully I will get working on that in the next couple of months. :)
xox
Work
Physio
Sewing
The only interesting one is the sewing, and yesterday after a great day at the home of one of my C-R-A-F-T girls I finished my quilt top.
On the Achilles front, it is healing. Slowly, but it is getting there. I am still in the moon boot, but the swelling subsiding, and I am not having any pain. It is a long process but I am willing to take th time.
Oh, I almost forgot....
I went and had a Reiki session done on the weekend. It was fantastic. :) I also had a reading done which was very illuminating. :) I also spoke with her about my eiki 2 and hopefully I will get working on that in the next couple of months. :)
xox
Monday, March 21, 2011
Reiki
I have decided to move forward with my Reiki and am currently looking for a new Reiki Master to bring me into Reiki 2 level. I am going to have a session with someon on the weekend and if I click with her I will set up a time to do my Level 2.
I loved the person who brought me through my Reiki 1, however she has proved to be difficult to contact and pin down for the next level. So I have made the decision to find someone else, rather than waiting for her as I have been doing for a few months.
I am really excited about this and really feel it is the right time for me to be doing this.
I am focussing on all things spiritual right now, so expect to see more of this type of thing here.
xox
I loved the person who brought me through my Reiki 1, however she has proved to be difficult to contact and pin down for the next level. So I have made the decision to find someone else, rather than waiting for her as I have been doing for a few months.
I am really excited about this and really feel it is the right time for me to be doing this.
I am focussing on all things spiritual right now, so expect to see more of this type of thing here.
xox
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Caffeine Withdrawl
is the worst.... I am rounding the 62 hour mark since my last hit of caffeine. It hurts. Everything hurts. I have a headache from hell. My stomach hurts. I am shaking. But I am also at work as I have an urgent file that needs my attention today. :o(
I am determined to get through this though. They say 3 days of headaches is all you get, so I only have today and tomorrow to get through. Then hopefully it will all be over. I gave up the Diet Coke about 6 weeks ago, but have still been having cups of tea or iced coffee to substitute. I am not sure why I decided that this was the week I was giving it all up, but I made the decision and I am determined to stick to it, no matter how much it hurts.
This morning I had to give myself some Reiki on my head just to get out of bed. I have never been successful doing Reiki on myself before, but thankfully this morning it worked enough for me to get up and out. Who knows how long it will last for though.
I just need to get through the next 36 hours and I am sure I will be fine. I'll be back then.
xox
I am determined to get through this though. They say 3 days of headaches is all you get, so I only have today and tomorrow to get through. Then hopefully it will all be over. I gave up the Diet Coke about 6 weeks ago, but have still been having cups of tea or iced coffee to substitute. I am not sure why I decided that this was the week I was giving it all up, but I made the decision and I am determined to stick to it, no matter how much it hurts.
This morning I had to give myself some Reiki on my head just to get out of bed. I have never been successful doing Reiki on myself before, but thankfully this morning it worked enough for me to get up and out. Who knows how long it will last for though.
I just need to get through the next 36 hours and I am sure I will be fine. I'll be back then.
xox
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Body, Mind & Psychic Expo
Yesterday I spent the day at the Body, Mind & Psychic Expo helping out at the Animal Dreaming Stand. We had such an amazing day! I don't think it was as busy as last year, but maybe that is because I was behind the stand rather than walking around out front.
I admit, it was a long day. We started at 10 and it went till 7, although I left at around 6.30 as there were really very few people left. I am an office worker by day so spend most of my day sitting on my butt. 9 hours on my feet was HARD! LOL. The weird thing is, it didn't feel like 9 hours.
We had such an amazing day. The people that we met were so amazing. Everyone was happy and positive, and there was such an amazing energy around our stand. Other stall holders mentioned that the energy around us was incredible. There were 3 of us working there. I have met Jeanette (who was running it) a couple of times but had never met Ilona before. But the 3 of us worked together so well!
I really put myself out there. I was standing out the front and giving out affirmations which was drawing people in to us so that we could show what we had and do some one card readings with the amazing Animal Dreaming Oracle Cards and the Creature Teacher cards.
It was scary being out the front and being 'visible', but it was fun and it was empowering. And something I need to learn to do.
I did get the chance to go for a wander around the Fair. My Mum and Ross came down and I had a chance to have a squizz at everything. I was doing really well at not spending any money until the very end... I found this gorgeous little meditation stool from Black Dragon Seats.
xox
I admit, it was a long day. We started at 10 and it went till 7, although I left at around 6.30 as there were really very few people left. I am an office worker by day so spend most of my day sitting on my butt. 9 hours on my feet was HARD! LOL. The weird thing is, it didn't feel like 9 hours.
We had such an amazing day. The people that we met were so amazing. Everyone was happy and positive, and there was such an amazing energy around our stand. Other stall holders mentioned that the energy around us was incredible. There were 3 of us working there. I have met Jeanette (who was running it) a couple of times but had never met Ilona before. But the 3 of us worked together so well!
I really put myself out there. I was standing out the front and giving out affirmations which was drawing people in to us so that we could show what we had and do some one card readings with the amazing Animal Dreaming Oracle Cards and the Creature Teacher cards.
It was scary being out the front and being 'visible', but it was fun and it was empowering. And something I need to learn to do.
I did get the chance to go for a wander around the Fair. My Mum and Ross came down and I had a chance to have a squizz at everything. I was doing really well at not spending any money until the very end... I found this gorgeous little meditation stool from Black Dragon Seats.
It is really comfy. I often find when I am sitting cross legged on the ground that my legs cramp up quite quickly and my lower back aches. I sit on a cushion, but it isn't really any support. This little stool has 3 adjustable heights, and is surprisingly amazingly comfortable. I sat down on it after I had been working on the stand for around 7 hours. I swear, I wanted to stay there for the rest of the day. Because we were working there the guy gave us a 10% discount which was lovely of him. It was still more than I wanted to spend, but considering I didn't buy hardly anything else, it was still a way cheaper day than last year!
I also got to meet the team from the Free the Bears Fund. I had a chat to the Co-ordinator and have the details for the next volunteer meeting that I have already booked into the diary. I am really looking forward to starting to work with them.
I think the main thing for me that I got from the day though, is that now I know without a doubt I want to be in the spiritual healing world. I have a lot to learn. This is a process and a journey and I accept that. But I felt so energised and content there. That is where I want to be. I am doing well with my Reiki, and I am studying the Tarot. I have so many other things I want to learn. And I will. I just have to learn patience (not one of my strong suits) practice what I already know, get myself out there, and learn. It will come.
xox
Friday, June 4, 2010
Feeling Strong
Feeling Positive. Feeling Energised.
I had an amazing Reiki session last night. It is so bizarre, I really feel as though I am getting it done on me when I do it on someone else. I feel energised and relaxed all at the same time afterwards. :o)
I am feeling very positive about moving forward. This is the year that I learn and grow. I am taking matters into my own hands and it is time to make things happen for ME.
Tomorrow I am at the Body, Mind & Psychic Expo. Anyone in Adelaide I would love to see you at the Animal Dreaming stand. I am looking forward to meeting lots of people and experiencing something new - seeing the Expo from the other side of the table.
Have a great weekend everyone!
xox
I had an amazing Reiki session last night. It is so bizarre, I really feel as though I am getting it done on me when I do it on someone else. I feel energised and relaxed all at the same time afterwards. :o)
I am feeling very positive about moving forward. This is the year that I learn and grow. I am taking matters into my own hands and it is time to make things happen for ME.
Tomorrow I am at the Body, Mind & Psychic Expo. Anyone in Adelaide I would love to see you at the Animal Dreaming stand. I am looking forward to meeting lots of people and experiencing something new - seeing the Expo from the other side of the table.
Have a great weekend everyone!
xox
Thursday, June 3, 2010
It's Winter
I am one of those rare people who love winter. I love the crisp cold air in the mornings, the rain, the sound of the wind in the trees. It has its drawbacks - less light before and after work, riding to work when it's freezing. But mostly, I love it.
So, where was I? Monday was the last post. Monday night I went to an amazing meditation session. I took Ross along with me as well. It was a Guided Meditation to discover your Power Animal and Totem Animals. I already knew what my power animal was, but not my totems. It was really interesting. The meditation itself was great. I always come out of a good meditation feeling a little fuzzy. Then we talked through the animals we met along the way and their meanings. It was great.
Tuesday I woke up not feeling the best. I had a stabbing pain in my lower rib cage and was really short of breath. The exact same symptoms Ross had last week that saw him take a trip to the hospital. So I was guessing I had picked up his virus. I ended up having to cancel my Reiki appointment as there was not way I could channel Reiki energy when I was feeling so blah. So I went home and straight to bed.
Yesterday I felt a little better. After work I decided to stop at a nearby park and just sit for a while in the cool evening air. I had my warm clothes with me. What I didn't know was that the park I picked plays host to a boot camp. It started 15 minutes after I got there, so I packed up and left. But I still got 15 minutes of quiet and fresh air, so that is better than nothing. It really felt great to just sit before heading home so I am thinking this is something I will do more often. But perhaps in a different park... ;o)
Before bed I closed myself in my room and did another meditation. One of my goals is to make meditation part of my routine. I always feel calmer and more centred after. It helps me get all the craziness in my head to calm down and stop, even for just a few minutes.
This morning I am actually feeling good. Which is a very good thing as I am itching for a run! Tonight I have my rescheduled Reiki session, so can't do it then. but sometime over the next couple of days I will be getting out there and I can't wait!
This weekend I am working at the Body, Mind & Psychic Expo. I am helping a friend out at the Animal Dreaming stand. If anyone is in Adelaide, please come by and say hello. I'll be there all day Saturday.
Daily Goals
1) Drink 1.5L of water
2) Get through my To-Do list
3) Eat healthy
4) Meditate before bed
5) Do some tarot study
Oh, I forgot to mention, I have registered to become a volunteer with the Free The Bears charity. So expect to hear more about them in coming posts.
xox
So, where was I? Monday was the last post. Monday night I went to an amazing meditation session. I took Ross along with me as well. It was a Guided Meditation to discover your Power Animal and Totem Animals. I already knew what my power animal was, but not my totems. It was really interesting. The meditation itself was great. I always come out of a good meditation feeling a little fuzzy. Then we talked through the animals we met along the way and their meanings. It was great.
Tuesday I woke up not feeling the best. I had a stabbing pain in my lower rib cage and was really short of breath. The exact same symptoms Ross had last week that saw him take a trip to the hospital. So I was guessing I had picked up his virus. I ended up having to cancel my Reiki appointment as there was not way I could channel Reiki energy when I was feeling so blah. So I went home and straight to bed.
Yesterday I felt a little better. After work I decided to stop at a nearby park and just sit for a while in the cool evening air. I had my warm clothes with me. What I didn't know was that the park I picked plays host to a boot camp. It started 15 minutes after I got there, so I packed up and left. But I still got 15 minutes of quiet and fresh air, so that is better than nothing. It really felt great to just sit before heading home so I am thinking this is something I will do more often. But perhaps in a different park... ;o)
Before bed I closed myself in my room and did another meditation. One of my goals is to make meditation part of my routine. I always feel calmer and more centred after. It helps me get all the craziness in my head to calm down and stop, even for just a few minutes.
This morning I am actually feeling good. Which is a very good thing as I am itching for a run! Tonight I have my rescheduled Reiki session, so can't do it then. but sometime over the next couple of days I will be getting out there and I can't wait!
This weekend I am working at the Body, Mind & Psychic Expo. I am helping a friend out at the Animal Dreaming stand. If anyone is in Adelaide, please come by and say hello. I'll be there all day Saturday.
Daily Goals
1) Drink 1.5L of water
2) Get through my To-Do list
3) Eat healthy
4) Meditate before bed
5) Do some tarot study
Oh, I forgot to mention, I have registered to become a volunteer with the Free The Bears charity. So expect to hear more about them in coming posts.
xox
Friday, May 28, 2010
Inner Dialogue
Since I did my Reiki 1 course I have been thinking along about my own inner dialogue and the power of our words, both spoken and in thought. Caitlin over at Operation Beautiful talks a lot about this, but in some ways I think you need to have your own awakening before you can fully grasp it.
Since my class I have been very aware of how I speak to myself. Can I just say, it is not good. The things I say to and about myself are often horrific. I would never speak to or about another person in this way. So why do I believe it is okay to speak to myself this way?
In some cultures and belief systems, it is believed that the phrase “I am” carries with it the power of 40,000 suns. That’s a lot of power. And used in a positive way can only be good, great in fact, for your sense of self-worth. But what about when we use this phrase for negative.
Phrases that constantly go through my head include (but are not limited to):
- I am fat
- I am lazy
- I am useless
- I am tired
- I am crappy at xxx
- I am a loser
- I am poor
If each one of these phrases (said constantly over and over again day after day after day) carries with it the power of 40,000 suns, is it any wonder I am where I am personally and professionally right now. I am nowhere near where I thought I would be by my age (fast approaching the big 4-0)
For the last couple of weeks every time I hear one of the above phrases (or any of the multitude of others that compete for space within the confines of my mind) going through my head, I have consciously tried to come up with the opposite.
- I am healthy
- I am strong
- I am confident
- I am a winner
- I am energised
- I am wealthy
- I am worthy
- I am abundant
It is actually quite amazing the difference. The big one for me is “I am tired”. Replacing this with “I am energised” has made a massive difference. I feel myself standing or sitting taller, throwing my shoulders back and my head up, and moving through the next part of my day with energy.
It is hard to change these thought patterns. But it needs to be done in order for me to move forward and grow. It helps me keep negativity at bay, and induces a feeling of wholeness and positivity.
What thought patterns do you have that could do with some alterations?
xox
Since my class I have been very aware of how I speak to myself. Can I just say, it is not good. The things I say to and about myself are often horrific. I would never speak to or about another person in this way. So why do I believe it is okay to speak to myself this way?
In some cultures and belief systems, it is believed that the phrase “I am” carries with it the power of 40,000 suns. That’s a lot of power. And used in a positive way can only be good, great in fact, for your sense of self-worth. But what about when we use this phrase for negative.
Phrases that constantly go through my head include (but are not limited to):
- I am fat
- I am lazy
- I am useless
- I am tired
- I am crappy at xxx
- I am a loser
- I am poor
If each one of these phrases (said constantly over and over again day after day after day) carries with it the power of 40,000 suns, is it any wonder I am where I am personally and professionally right now. I am nowhere near where I thought I would be by my age (fast approaching the big 4-0)
For the last couple of weeks every time I hear one of the above phrases (or any of the multitude of others that compete for space within the confines of my mind) going through my head, I have consciously tried to come up with the opposite.
- I am healthy
- I am strong
- I am confident
- I am a winner
- I am energised
- I am wealthy
- I am worthy
- I am abundant
It is actually quite amazing the difference. The big one for me is “I am tired”. Replacing this with “I am energised” has made a massive difference. I feel myself standing or sitting taller, throwing my shoulders back and my head up, and moving through the next part of my day with energy.
It is hard to change these thought patterns. But it needs to be done in order for me to move forward and grow. It helps me keep negativity at bay, and induces a feeling of wholeness and positivity.
What thought patterns do you have that could do with some alterations?
xox
TGIF
This has been a looooong week. Thankfully it is Friday! YAY! Thank you for all your kind wishes regarding Ross. He is completely fine. It looks like it was a virus and it is clearing up and everyone is doing well. It is so scary when this happens though. He feels like he wasted hospital time, however with his history he HAS to be vigilant and be wary of any pain. I am glad we got it checked out and that all is okay.
Tomorrow I am doing a Learn Tarot class at the WEA. I am really excited about it. I have several sets of Tarot cards that I have collected over the years, but I have never really learned how to use them. I feel like now is the time so off I go to class! I have several other things like this on the go right now as well. I am feeling more and more drawn to all things spiritual and new-age-y. I have had a very keen interest in these areas for well over 15 years, but this year I am moving from someone with an interest, to someone who is active in this area. It is exciting, and scary, and exhilarating all at the same time.
Next week I am doing my first Reiki session on someone outside of my immediate family. Em has kindly donated her body to science and is allowing me to practice on her. I hope it goes well.
Other than that I am relaxing and focusing on me. The cooler it gets the more I tend to withdraw into myself. Not in a negative way, in an introspective recharging way. I love winter for that element, and I am actually looking forward to camping this winter as I am feeling more and more drawn to nature right now as well. For a born and bred city girl, being drawn to nature is slightly obscure. But I am trusting in my own intuition, and if nature is where I need to be, then that is where I'll be.
Other than that I am hoping to get out for a run on Sunday. It has been 2 weeks. I am not feeling bad about that, I just needed a break. I have altered my planned runs to enter (in sidebar) to compensate for the fact that I need to rest and recharge. I am looking forward to getting out there again though.
Hope everyone has an amazing Friday. Catch you all on the weekend!
xox
Tomorrow I am doing a Learn Tarot class at the WEA. I am really excited about it. I have several sets of Tarot cards that I have collected over the years, but I have never really learned how to use them. I feel like now is the time so off I go to class! I have several other things like this on the go right now as well. I am feeling more and more drawn to all things spiritual and new-age-y. I have had a very keen interest in these areas for well over 15 years, but this year I am moving from someone with an interest, to someone who is active in this area. It is exciting, and scary, and exhilarating all at the same time.
Next week I am doing my first Reiki session on someone outside of my immediate family. Em has kindly donated her body to science and is allowing me to practice on her. I hope it goes well.
Other than that I am relaxing and focusing on me. The cooler it gets the more I tend to withdraw into myself. Not in a negative way, in an introspective recharging way. I love winter for that element, and I am actually looking forward to camping this winter as I am feeling more and more drawn to nature right now as well. For a born and bred city girl, being drawn to nature is slightly obscure. But I am trusting in my own intuition, and if nature is where I need to be, then that is where I'll be.
Other than that I am hoping to get out for a run on Sunday. It has been 2 weeks. I am not feeling bad about that, I just needed a break. I have altered my planned runs to enter (in sidebar) to compensate for the fact that I need to rest and recharge. I am looking forward to getting out there again though.
Hope everyone has an amazing Friday. Catch you all on the weekend!
xox
Thursday, April 8, 2010
This and That
Hello Blogging World. I have been very quiet of late. No particular reason, just really because I haven’t had a whole lot to say.
I haven’t been running for the last week and a half or so as I have had some tenderness in my Achilles so I thought I would rest it. I am hoping to get back into it this weekend.
My cycling however, is going great. The best thing about our move is that I now ride in a day just commuting to and from work, what I used to ride in 3 days. Approx 17kms each day, and that is if I go straight there and back, which of course I haven’t been. I am feeling it, but I am also loving it.
Food has been bad bad bad. No further comments required….
I got my Road ID in the mail yesterday. Thanks again to Jess and Ellen for putting me onto it. It is pink and I love it!
I also got my portable massage table this week, which means I can start doing proper Reiki. Of course, our car decided to pick this week to break down (again, it seems to be a theme when we move) so I can’t go anywhere with it. I have a whole heap of friends lined up to let me practice on them when I am mobile again so I am really looking forward to it.
The other good thing about our move is for some reason I have not been turning the lappy on every night and sitting playing games for a few hours. Instead I am reading, and knitting, and generally being productive which is awesome. And hopefully a habit I can stick with.
That is it from me. This weekend will be spent cleaning the flat so we can hand keys back, and getting the remaining bits and pieces to storage. We are also hoping to get to the Fullarton Psychic Fair for a few hours on Saturday, plus if we have any energy one of my favourite bands, Spiral Dance, is playing Saturday night so I would love to get along to that as well. But we will see how we go.
Sorry I haven’t been commenting on your blogs lately, rest assured I am reading them, just mainly on my phone and I can not comment from there.
xox
I haven’t been running for the last week and a half or so as I have had some tenderness in my Achilles so I thought I would rest it. I am hoping to get back into it this weekend.
My cycling however, is going great. The best thing about our move is that I now ride in a day just commuting to and from work, what I used to ride in 3 days. Approx 17kms each day, and that is if I go straight there and back, which of course I haven’t been. I am feeling it, but I am also loving it.
Food has been bad bad bad. No further comments required….
I got my Road ID in the mail yesterday. Thanks again to Jess and Ellen for putting me onto it. It is pink and I love it!
I also got my portable massage table this week, which means I can start doing proper Reiki. Of course, our car decided to pick this week to break down (again, it seems to be a theme when we move) so I can’t go anywhere with it. I have a whole heap of friends lined up to let me practice on them when I am mobile again so I am really looking forward to it.
The other good thing about our move is for some reason I have not been turning the lappy on every night and sitting playing games for a few hours. Instead I am reading, and knitting, and generally being productive which is awesome. And hopefully a habit I can stick with.
That is it from me. This weekend will be spent cleaning the flat so we can hand keys back, and getting the remaining bits and pieces to storage. We are also hoping to get to the Fullarton Psychic Fair for a few hours on Saturday, plus if we have any energy one of my favourite bands, Spiral Dance, is playing Saturday night so I would love to get along to that as well. But we will see how we go.
Sorry I haven’t been commenting on your blogs lately, rest assured I am reading them, just mainly on my phone and I can not comment from there.
xox
Monday, March 29, 2010
A New Week
Today is the start of a new week. Weigh in this morning went well. A lot better than expected actually considering the food I ate on the weekend. It may catch up with me this week, but I can deal with that. No run on the weekend. I had my class on Saturday and Sunday was raining all day.
Speaking of the rain, it was so beautiful. I should have gone out in it. It has been so long since we have had a whole day of continuous rain. We had all the windows open so we could smell it.
I did 2 Reiki healings yesterday. Just a quick head and shoulders on Mum then a full body on Ross. I need a proper table though as I did Ross laying on the bed and it was uncomfortable for me to do it. I only did half an hour rather than 45-50 minutes as my back, arms and legs were hurting. I felt completely energised after though and am really looking forward to expanding my knowledge and understanding.
This week is devoted to packing. We are moving over Easter. I am a bit nervous about moving in with other people, but this is the right thing for us to do right now.
Speaking of the rain, it was so beautiful. I should have gone out in it. It has been so long since we have had a whole day of continuous rain. We had all the windows open so we could smell it.
I did 2 Reiki healings yesterday. Just a quick head and shoulders on Mum then a full body on Ross. I need a proper table though as I did Ross laying on the bed and it was uncomfortable for me to do it. I only did half an hour rather than 45-50 minutes as my back, arms and legs were hurting. I felt completely energised after though and am really looking forward to expanding my knowledge and understanding.
This week is devoted to packing. We are moving over Easter. I am a bit nervous about moving in with other people, but this is the right thing for us to do right now.
Daily Goals
1) Drink Water
2) Ride home
3) Pack clothes
4) Do some reading
5) Laugh
xox
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Reiki 1 Workshop
Yesterday was AMAZING!
I was so nervous in the morning, but when I got there the nerves had morphed into excitement. I really had no idea what I was getting myself into, as my previous experience of Reiki was purely theoretical and heresay.
I am not going to go into details of the class, but I left feeling very energised, and am looking forward to being able to practice on family and friends. Technically I could start now, but I feel I need to do some work on me first in order to be able to use the energy to its fullest effect.
Last night I slept better than I have done in months, and I had the most amazing dreams and memories of things past came up. I now have some ideas about the next direction my life is going to take, and it is a direction I began years ago then put aside and forgot about due to "life". I still have some thinking to do about exactly where I want to go, but I have more direction than I have had in the longest time. It will take a lot of time to get there, but if you are heading towards something it does make where you are now easier to deal with.
xox
I was so nervous in the morning, but when I got there the nerves had morphed into excitement. I really had no idea what I was getting myself into, as my previous experience of Reiki was purely theoretical and heresay.
I am not going to go into details of the class, but I left feeling very energised, and am looking forward to being able to practice on family and friends. Technically I could start now, but I feel I need to do some work on me first in order to be able to use the energy to its fullest effect.
Last night I slept better than I have done in months, and I had the most amazing dreams and memories of things past came up. I now have some ideas about the next direction my life is going to take, and it is a direction I began years ago then put aside and forgot about due to "life". I still have some thinking to do about exactly where I want to go, but I have more direction than I have had in the longest time. It will take a lot of time to get there, but if you are heading towards something it does make where you are now easier to deal with.
xox
Friday, March 26, 2010
A bit of this and a bit of that
'Tis nearly the end of another week. Another busy week. I sat down and worked out when I will get my next break without having to pack or move or train or have family commitments, and we are looking at the end of April. As much as I hate to wish my life away - bring on the end of April! LOL
Last nights run was good. The Training Plan had me doing a 6 minute run followed by a 5. I did 6 and 6 and was really pleased. I went with Ross last night. It is the first time we have run together for a couple of months. Although I had told him how long I was running for, when he ran it with me (without huffing and puffing much to my dismay) he was actually shocked at how long I can huff and puff for. :o) Now that the Clipsal Track is mostly dis-assembled we were able to go back to our favourite running place. I will be very sad to not be living right next to this park anymore after Easter. But it is only a 10km ride or a tram trip away if we want to use it.
Tomorrow is my first Reiki class and I am very excited, although a little nervous. I am always nervous before starting something new though so that is normal. I will ride there as I think the ride will calm me down.
Tonight I am going out to dinner with my MIL for her belated birthday dinner (her actual birthday was last weekend when I was at Training). She has chosen the restaurant and we are going to Montezuma's. I have looked on their website and there are lots of vegetarian options. My goal for tonight is to not order dessert. I want to be able to go out and eat normally without blowing a whole week in one night, and I believe the key is dessert. I am usually full by then anyway, so I am not even going to look at the dessert menu. A bite of Ross's will be enough. I'll let you know how I go with that.
I thought I would give you all a caffeine update as well. I am now at the point where most days I have caffeine only before lunchtime. After lunch, water or other bubbles. I was a bit headachey at first, and I expected that, but otherwise I feel good. I find I am not as hungry as I was (although that could also be related to my body getting used to reduced food now I am calorie counting again) and I am actually sleeping really well. Most days it is still Diet Coke or Pepsi Max, but I figure one bottle is better than the 4 or 5 I was having. Some days it is tea though which is a good change. Can I just say, the soda stream have been a godsend with this. Mineral water is my friend. :o)
Before I go, anyone who hasn't read Mel's account of her first half Ironman event in Singapore, you MUST go here to read it. This woman is absolutely amazing and my absolute hero and inspiration.
Daily Goals
1) Drink my water
2) Eat healthy
3) Ride to Di's tonight (don't be slack and get a lift)
4) No dessert
5) Tidy one drawer at work
xox
Last nights run was good. The Training Plan had me doing a 6 minute run followed by a 5. I did 6 and 6 and was really pleased. I went with Ross last night. It is the first time we have run together for a couple of months. Although I had told him how long I was running for, when he ran it with me (without huffing and puffing much to my dismay) he was actually shocked at how long I can huff and puff for. :o) Now that the Clipsal Track is mostly dis-assembled we were able to go back to our favourite running place. I will be very sad to not be living right next to this park anymore after Easter. But it is only a 10km ride or a tram trip away if we want to use it.
Tomorrow is my first Reiki class and I am very excited, although a little nervous. I am always nervous before starting something new though so that is normal. I will ride there as I think the ride will calm me down.
Tonight I am going out to dinner with my MIL for her belated birthday dinner (her actual birthday was last weekend when I was at Training). She has chosen the restaurant and we are going to Montezuma's. I have looked on their website and there are lots of vegetarian options. My goal for tonight is to not order dessert. I want to be able to go out and eat normally without blowing a whole week in one night, and I believe the key is dessert. I am usually full by then anyway, so I am not even going to look at the dessert menu. A bite of Ross's will be enough. I'll let you know how I go with that.
I thought I would give you all a caffeine update as well. I am now at the point where most days I have caffeine only before lunchtime. After lunch, water or other bubbles. I was a bit headachey at first, and I expected that, but otherwise I feel good. I find I am not as hungry as I was (although that could also be related to my body getting used to reduced food now I am calorie counting again) and I am actually sleeping really well. Most days it is still Diet Coke or Pepsi Max, but I figure one bottle is better than the 4 or 5 I was having. Some days it is tea though which is a good change. Can I just say, the soda stream have been a godsend with this. Mineral water is my friend. :o)
Before I go, anyone who hasn't read Mel's account of her first half Ironman event in Singapore, you MUST go here to read it. This woman is absolutely amazing and my absolute hero and inspiration.
Daily Goals
1) Drink my water
2) Eat healthy
3) Ride to Di's tonight (don't be slack and get a lift)
4) No dessert
5) Tidy one drawer at work
xox
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Reiki and Writing
I am very excited today. I have enrolled for my Reiki Course. I have wanted to do this for several years but the timing just hasn't been right. But now I feel very strongly that it is time to do it. I have been looking at different Reiki Teachers for a while and I honestly could not choose between 2 of them. So I have decided to a class with each of them. It is a bit expensive to do twice, but I feel I will get more out of it if I learn from more people. The first one is at the end of this month and the other one is in the middle of April.
Tonight I have a Writing Class. It is for writing Childrens Picture Books. I have written a few but have not been brave enough to send them on to Publishers. Since that is one of my goals this year I am doing this class so I can fine tune my books before choosing one to send off.
Now I know I haven't done my Daily Goals lately, but it has been because I have been som damn busy I am barely fitting all my 'have to's' in. But I will start again and see how I go.
Todays Goals
1) Drink 1.5L of water
2) Ride to and from my class tonight
3) Get all my work done so I can leave a bit early
4) Try not to eat too much chocolate to get me through my late class tongiht
5) No lovely bakery items for lunch....
xox
Tonight I have a Writing Class. It is for writing Childrens Picture Books. I have written a few but have not been brave enough to send them on to Publishers. Since that is one of my goals this year I am doing this class so I can fine tune my books before choosing one to send off.
Now I know I haven't done my Daily Goals lately, but it has been because I have been som damn busy I am barely fitting all my 'have to's' in. But I will start again and see how I go.
Todays Goals
1) Drink 1.5L of water
2) Ride to and from my class tonight
3) Get all my work done so I can leave a bit early
4) Try not to eat too much chocolate to get me through my late class tongiht
5) No lovely bakery items for lunch....
xox
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