You know, it is always a surprise for me when I get on here and realise that it has been THAT long since I last posted, because I write these posts all the time, in my head... and in my journal.
Can we just begin with saying, how great is 2016?! I decided far before January 1 clicked over that this year was going to be a goodie. I even discussed it with friends (and strangers on the street) who agreed! I came into 2016 with four goals, all with achievable and measurable steps, which fall under the super goal of investing in myself. Because (as my cousin would say) I have no boundaries... lets take a look at what they are:
1. Live a life true to myself
2. Build a spiritual identity
3. Have my own classroom
4. Release Endometriosis
I have this ridiculously cool planner, diary, log book and more with tables, flow-charts and mind maps for how I am going to achieve them. And guess what?! They're working, because I am working! On NYE I created an up-to-date manifest board, which I look at every day, and I can proudly say that I already have or have achieved a number of these things... Need an example? Sure! I am now woking two days a week in a bookstore, which has always been a dream of mine. Instead of listening to the negativity of others, and all their "reasons" why it was unrealistic, I bit the bullet, and went for it. Now I not only work with books all day, but I made a good friend who digs Zoolander as well!
Health wise I am doing pretty rad! I am still sugar-free and loving it, and have only a week ago made the decision and effort to give up gluten. I am happy to announce that my belly feels great and I no longer resemble a mid-way pregnant lady. My latest period (no boundaries remember) was pain-free, which I believe is a result from my nutrition, exercise and spiritual changes.
Lesson wise, I have had a huge few weeks! I was so excited to see al of my manifestation work coming about and securing a range of casual work jobs in my new area. My colleagues were all funny, caring and encouraging and I was working towards my savings goal. *cue speedbump* After a fortnight of me hassling one of my employers, I (and the rest of my workmates) hadn't been paid. I loved where I was working and didn't want to leave the new friends and money I was making. However, I had a sinking feeling that my employer was involved in something heavy like drugs, and that they weren't paying us because they didn't have the money. I did some journalling, discussed it with my family and tuned into my gut-instinct before deciding that I would take them to the fair-trade obsidian and leave that workplace. This made me quite anxious, something thanks to my meditation practice I hadn't been for a while. I was jittery, on edge and couldn't even sleep in my own bed that night. I started to have torn feelings, and was uncertain as to if I had done the right thing. Thankfully a D&M with my cousin, a night in her bed, some serious page filling in my journal and tapping, I let that feeling go. Acknowledging that this was what was best for me. After I had some time to sit and reflect on it, I came to the understanding of what this lesson was about. I a) got to learn how to make coffees (hello barista babe) and build my confidence in the workplace and b) I got to stand up for myself and colleagues and take action against an employer who has been using people and the Australian government. And do you know what my affirmation for that day was? "I know that every closed door means another opportunity will arise and I believe that everything happens for a reason". Yep, the Universe is pretty awesome! Anyway, I know that I am on the right path and trust the process. I already have two interviews for a different cafe/weekend job, and have ultimate faith in myself and my ability to live a life true to myself. I am so extremely proud of myself for handling it the way I did. Once upon a time, some adversity like this could have seen me run home to my parents and abandon the idea of working 6 jobs, but I trusted that life loves me, and that all would be well. And guess what? Like loves you too!
Stay sweet,
Jem xo
Can we just begin with saying, how great is 2016?! I decided far before January 1 clicked over that this year was going to be a goodie. I even discussed it with friends (and strangers on the street) who agreed! I came into 2016 with four goals, all with achievable and measurable steps, which fall under the super goal of investing in myself. Because (as my cousin would say) I have no boundaries... lets take a look at what they are:
1. Live a life true to myself
2. Build a spiritual identity
3. Have my own classroom
4. Release Endometriosis
I have this ridiculously cool planner, diary, log book and more with tables, flow-charts and mind maps for how I am going to achieve them. And guess what?! They're working, because I am working! On NYE I created an up-to-date manifest board, which I look at every day, and I can proudly say that I already have or have achieved a number of these things... Need an example? Sure! I am now woking two days a week in a bookstore, which has always been a dream of mine. Instead of listening to the negativity of others, and all their "reasons" why it was unrealistic, I bit the bullet, and went for it. Now I not only work with books all day, but I made a good friend who digs Zoolander as well!
Health wise I am doing pretty rad! I am still sugar-free and loving it, and have only a week ago made the decision and effort to give up gluten. I am happy to announce that my belly feels great and I no longer resemble a mid-way pregnant lady. My latest period (no boundaries remember) was pain-free, which I believe is a result from my nutrition, exercise and spiritual changes.
Lesson wise, I have had a huge few weeks! I was so excited to see al of my manifestation work coming about and securing a range of casual work jobs in my new area. My colleagues were all funny, caring and encouraging and I was working towards my savings goal. *cue speedbump* After a fortnight of me hassling one of my employers, I (and the rest of my workmates) hadn't been paid. I loved where I was working and didn't want to leave the new friends and money I was making. However, I had a sinking feeling that my employer was involved in something heavy like drugs, and that they weren't paying us because they didn't have the money. I did some journalling, discussed it with my family and tuned into my gut-instinct before deciding that I would take them to the fair-trade obsidian and leave that workplace. This made me quite anxious, something thanks to my meditation practice I hadn't been for a while. I was jittery, on edge and couldn't even sleep in my own bed that night. I started to have torn feelings, and was uncertain as to if I had done the right thing. Thankfully a D&M with my cousin, a night in her bed, some serious page filling in my journal and tapping, I let that feeling go. Acknowledging that this was what was best for me. After I had some time to sit and reflect on it, I came to the understanding of what this lesson was about. I a) got to learn how to make coffees (hello barista babe) and build my confidence in the workplace and b) I got to stand up for myself and colleagues and take action against an employer who has been using people and the Australian government. And do you know what my affirmation for that day was? "I know that every closed door means another opportunity will arise and I believe that everything happens for a reason". Yep, the Universe is pretty awesome! Anyway, I know that I am on the right path and trust the process. I already have two interviews for a different cafe/weekend job, and have ultimate faith in myself and my ability to live a life true to myself. I am so extremely proud of myself for handling it the way I did. Once upon a time, some adversity like this could have seen me run home to my parents and abandon the idea of working 6 jobs, but I trusted that life loves me, and that all would be well. And guess what? Like loves you too!
Stay sweet,
Jem xo