So....you've learned about the RESTORATION component of the experiment, and the chance to win a SpaFinder gift card! Tonight, I'd like to share some insights about DETOXIFICATION.
DETOXIFICATION is defined by the encylopedia of mental disorders(wait a minute...relax, I'm NOT saying that we have mental disorders y'all. Stay with me!) as a process by which the body/mind/spirit is allowed to free itself. The goal of detoxification is to release and/or neutralize toxins so that the body can heal itself after some type of dependency.
The purpose of DETOXIFICATION in The NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment will be to release ourselves of things such as bad habits, grudges, relationships, that keeps us from living our best lives.
In the essence of being practical, the first things that comes to my mind when I feel like I need to decompress & detox is water (maybe because I'm an Aquarius).....but essentially, water is a symbol of cleansing and purity. So one of the steps in the DETOXIFICATION component will be:
-Drinking water (1/2 of your body weight in ounces)
.....And, the other action steps in the DETOXIFICATION component of the experiment represent cleansing our space so that we can live our lives better within them. So, we will also declutter, organize, and clean the following from top to bottom!:
-Vehicle
-Wallet/Work Bag/Purse
-Bedroom
Simple enough right? Hmmmm....so why haven't we done or sustained these spaces? Well, we'll learn more about that as we go through The NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment!
I would like the experiments to create an interactive community! Change is hard enough.....but sharing togther promotes inspiration, learning, and accountability.....all of which increase the probability of sustainability!
So, if you're ready to join in....take the next steps!
1. Email me at neosoulalterego@gmail.com to RSVP
2. Subscribe to the blog
3. Comment on the blog at least twice during the experiment
Those of you who take those steps, will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a $25 SpaFinder gift card!
Here's to the beginning of your NeoSoul Lifestyle Evolution!
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment - Restoration
As promised....you are receiving a preview of each of the components of the NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment as we prepare for it to begin August 1-7. Just to refresh your memory the NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiement will incorporate each of the following components during each of the seven (7) days:
-Restoration
-Detoxification
-Life Flow
-Karma
Tonight, I want to give you some more insight about what the RESTORATION component will look like during our NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment. RESTORATION is defined as an act of restoring to an improved condition; a reconstruction of an original form. (I must admit the words alone send a tingle up my spine!)
As we move about our daily lives we often "just keep going" until we're completely exhausted or burnt out. Often we wait until an official vacation before we attempt to restore our minds, bodies, and soul....and some of us actually don't even relax on vacation! Worse, many of us don't use our vacation....and the absolute worst is that many folks only find rest in a hospital after their bodies or minds has subcumb to an ailment.
The RESTORATION component of the NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment is designed to develop simple and practical steps to restore our sense of calm, peace, and rest....releasing stress, anxiety, & insomnia.....so as a first step we will focus on restoring sleep!
RESTORATION:
-Sleep a minimum of 7-8 hours each night
-Refrain from falling asleep on the sofa
-Prepare your bed for sleep (favorite sheets, pillows)
-Refrain from any source of technology (tv, computer, phone) 1 hour before bed
Simple steps right......hmmmm, we'll we shall see! Lately I have noticed a growing trend of the "They Sleep, We Grind" philosphy among folks "trying to make it happen". Now I am all for committing to your responsibilities, but I don't agree w/the trend of de-valuing sleep.
What are your sleeping habits now? Do you feel refreshed each morning? On a scale from 1-10 how much do you value sleep? Do you feel guilty when you rest? Share your comments!
And remember........
During the next few days of this week leading up to the experiment, I will share more details about each component and how it relates to the NeoSoul Lifestyle!
I would like the experiements to create an interactive community! Change is hard enough.....but sharing togther promotes inspiration, learning, and accountability.....all of which increase the probability of sustainability!
So, if you're ready to join in....take the next steps!
1. Email me at neosoulalterego@gmail.com to RSVP
2. Subscribe to the blog
3. Comment on the blog at least twice during the experiment
Those of you who take those steps, will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a $25 SpaFinder gift card!
Here's to the beginning of your NeoSoul Lifestyle Evolution!
-Restoration
-Detoxification
-Life Flow
-Karma
Tonight, I want to give you some more insight about what the RESTORATION component will look like during our NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment. RESTORATION is defined as an act of restoring to an improved condition; a reconstruction of an original form. (I must admit the words alone send a tingle up my spine!)
As we move about our daily lives we often "just keep going" until we're completely exhausted or burnt out. Often we wait until an official vacation before we attempt to restore our minds, bodies, and soul....and some of us actually don't even relax on vacation! Worse, many of us don't use our vacation....and the absolute worst is that many folks only find rest in a hospital after their bodies or minds has subcumb to an ailment.
The RESTORATION component of the NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment is designed to develop simple and practical steps to restore our sense of calm, peace, and rest....releasing stress, anxiety, & insomnia.....so as a first step we will focus on restoring sleep!
RESTORATION:
-Sleep a minimum of 7-8 hours each night
-Refrain from falling asleep on the sofa
-Prepare your bed for sleep (favorite sheets, pillows)
-Refrain from any source of technology (tv, computer, phone) 1 hour before bed
Simple steps right......hmmmm, we'll we shall see! Lately I have noticed a growing trend of the "They Sleep, We Grind" philosphy among folks "trying to make it happen". Now I am all for committing to your responsibilities, but I don't agree w/the trend of de-valuing sleep.
What are your sleeping habits now? Do you feel refreshed each morning? On a scale from 1-10 how much do you value sleep? Do you feel guilty when you rest? Share your comments!
And remember........
During the next few days of this week leading up to the experiment, I will share more details about each component and how it relates to the NeoSoul Lifestyle!
I would like the experiements to create an interactive community! Change is hard enough.....but sharing togther promotes inspiration, learning, and accountability.....all of which increase the probability of sustainability!
So, if you're ready to join in....take the next steps!
1. Email me at neosoulalterego@gmail.com to RSVP
2. Subscribe to the blog
3. Comment on the blog at least twice during the experiment
Those of you who take those steps, will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a $25 SpaFinder gift card!
Here's to the beginning of your NeoSoul Lifestyle Evolution!
Monday, July 26, 2010
The 1st Monthly NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment!
I am so excited to officially launch the 1st Monthly NeoSoul Lifestyle Experiment with you!
The experiments will take place the 1st-7th of each month...why not the first Monday of each month you ask? Well, I purposely want to change our mindset that we always have to start changes in our life on a Monday....we can start changes in our lives any day! Also, it is my hope that the experiments will also motivate you to SUSTAIN the changes that you've started at the beginning of the month!
Each month the experiments will include the following components:
-Restoration
-Detoxification
-Life Flow
-Karma
And sometimes a few surprises, or components by your request!
During the next few days of this week leading up to the experiment, I will share more details about each component and how it relates to the NeoSoul Lifestyle!
I would like the experiements to create an interactive community! Change is hard enough.....but sharing togther promotes inspiration, learning, and accountability.....all of which increase the probability of sustainability!
So, if you're ready to join in....take the next steps!
1. Email me at neosoulalterego@gmail.com to RSVP
2. Subscribe to the blog
3. Comment on the blog at least twice during the experiment
Those of you who take those steps, will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a $25 SpaFinder gift card!
Here's to the beginning of your NeoSoul Lifestyle Evolution!
The experiments will take place the 1st-7th of each month...why not the first Monday of each month you ask? Well, I purposely want to change our mindset that we always have to start changes in our life on a Monday....we can start changes in our lives any day! Also, it is my hope that the experiments will also motivate you to SUSTAIN the changes that you've started at the beginning of the month!
Each month the experiments will include the following components:
-Restoration
-Detoxification
-Life Flow
-Karma
And sometimes a few surprises, or components by your request!
During the next few days of this week leading up to the experiment, I will share more details about each component and how it relates to the NeoSoul Lifestyle!
I would like the experiements to create an interactive community! Change is hard enough.....but sharing togther promotes inspiration, learning, and accountability.....all of which increase the probability of sustainability!
So, if you're ready to join in....take the next steps!
1. Email me at neosoulalterego@gmail.com to RSVP
2. Subscribe to the blog
3. Comment on the blog at least twice during the experiment
Those of you who take those steps, will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a $25 SpaFinder gift card!
Here's to the beginning of your NeoSoul Lifestyle Evolution!
Sunday, July 25, 2010
The Little Things...
As I continue on my path of creating a NeoSoul Lifestyle, I'm becoming more aware of how even the smallest changes positively impact my life. I thought I would share a few that I 've done recently....
1. Added color coded rings to my keys = No more fumbling at the door!
2. Keep a packed gym bag in the car = Now I'm always ready for a workout!
3. No wearing of shoes in my house = Less dirt so, less sweeping and vacumming!
4. Less TV = Time for leisure reading, a nap, or CEO of Me to-do list!
The best things about these small changes are their simplicity, ease of sustainability, and the immediate sense of gratification that I am evolving into my NeoSoul Lifestyle.
I often find that so many folks (including me) look for the BIG change with all the right intentions, yet become frustrated, fatigued, and get off track very quickly in the process (i.e. New Year's Resolutions).
The NeoSoul Lifestyle encourages you to make gradual changes to increase the probability of sustainability in your life....and then we sprinkle in a few radical changes too just to give a little spice to your life!
What little changes have you made lately? How did they change the way you live?
Or, if your stuck in a rut....what little changes have you considered making? Why did you select those changes? Share your thoughts! We'd love to hear them!
Still think you'll need a little push.....well, you are invited to engage in The NeoSoulLifestyle 1st Monthly Experiment August 1-7! Subscribe to the blog for more details coming soon!
1. Added color coded rings to my keys = No more fumbling at the door!
2. Keep a packed gym bag in the car = Now I'm always ready for a workout!
3. No wearing of shoes in my house = Less dirt so, less sweeping and vacumming!
4. Less TV = Time for leisure reading, a nap, or CEO of Me to-do list!
The best things about these small changes are their simplicity, ease of sustainability, and the immediate sense of gratification that I am evolving into my NeoSoul Lifestyle.
I often find that so many folks (including me) look for the BIG change with all the right intentions, yet become frustrated, fatigued, and get off track very quickly in the process (i.e. New Year's Resolutions).
The NeoSoul Lifestyle encourages you to make gradual changes to increase the probability of sustainability in your life....and then we sprinkle in a few radical changes too just to give a little spice to your life!
What little changes have you made lately? How did they change the way you live?
Or, if your stuck in a rut....what little changes have you considered making? Why did you select those changes? Share your thoughts! We'd love to hear them!
Still think you'll need a little push.....well, you are invited to engage in The NeoSoulLifestyle 1st Monthly Experiment August 1-7! Subscribe to the blog for more details coming soon!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Monday, June 21, 2010
What is NeoSoul Alter Ego about?
As I continue on my journey as social media butterfly, I often meet folks and get the question "So, what is NeoSoul Alter Ego all about?" What I can tell you is that I BELIEVE that each of us has a NeoSoul Alter Ego. But let me tell you a little bit about how I become "aware" of mine.....
In general I am a reflective person, I take in what I experience in life and allow my mind to flow freely to inter-lace with my imagination, emotions, and logic. Yet there came a time when I wasn't satisfied solely with the reflective process. I was able to visualize the life I wanted, but wasn't CREATING it! I was performing to the roles, positions and/or siuations that my life required....instead of experiencing life through MY WHOLE SELF.
Somehow on my life journey, I had allowed myself to have an ON/OFF button for my public self and my FREE SELF (aka NeoSoul Alter Ego). It was like I was juggling the personalities of Murphy Brown (workaholic), Jill Scott (expressive spirit), and Joan Clayton (status quo lonely sista girl)! And I just could not live that way anymore.......My spirit was unsettled, and it was causing me physical pain, emotional numbness, and a overwhelming anxiety of the possible manifestation of my worst fear....A LIFE OF MEDIOCRITY!
I committed to myself that I would live the life I visualized (had even put it on a vision board!) and that I would no longer marginalize the true essence of myself in any area of my life. All of those personalities (and more) were a part of me, some good & bad...yet together they made me eccentric and unique! And I LOVE that! Whereas jumping in and out of the personalities "as my schedule permitted" was just like a person dancing totally off beat to the rhythm of my life.
So initially, my blog was a creative expression to share my experiences as I learned to allow my NeoSoul Alter Ego to emerge. Then as I began to share and meet with folks I found that there were others who also found their lives to be in some sort of a paralysis state, and wanted to engage and change.....and so my NeoSoul Alter Ego became an interactive experience called The NeoSoul Lifestyle! As a part of this lifestyle experiment, I invite folks to participate in things such as:
-Monthly Lifestyle Experiments
-1st Time Challenges
-Quick Change Pick-Me-Ups
As an evolving community,The NeoSoul Lifestyle empowers folks to individually and/or collectively:
-Seek soulful reflections
-Create a plan of change
-Enjoy the process of becoming
-Share the experiences
So are you thinking....."Is she some sort of new-age guru?" I hope not, because that isn't me at all. I am simply a person that wants to live life in a new and more fulfilling way.
So there it is.....a little insight into the NeoSoul Alter Ego!
In general I am a reflective person, I take in what I experience in life and allow my mind to flow freely to inter-lace with my imagination, emotions, and logic. Yet there came a time when I wasn't satisfied solely with the reflective process. I was able to visualize the life I wanted, but wasn't CREATING it! I was performing to the roles, positions and/or siuations that my life required....instead of experiencing life through MY WHOLE SELF.
Somehow on my life journey, I had allowed myself to have an ON/OFF button for my public self and my FREE SELF (aka NeoSoul Alter Ego). It was like I was juggling the personalities of Murphy Brown (workaholic), Jill Scott (expressive spirit), and Joan Clayton (status quo lonely sista girl)! And I just could not live that way anymore.......My spirit was unsettled, and it was causing me physical pain, emotional numbness, and a overwhelming anxiety of the possible manifestation of my worst fear....A LIFE OF MEDIOCRITY!
I committed to myself that I would live the life I visualized (had even put it on a vision board!) and that I would no longer marginalize the true essence of myself in any area of my life. All of those personalities (and more) were a part of me, some good & bad...yet together they made me eccentric and unique! And I LOVE that! Whereas jumping in and out of the personalities "as my schedule permitted" was just like a person dancing totally off beat to the rhythm of my life.
So initially, my blog was a creative expression to share my experiences as I learned to allow my NeoSoul Alter Ego to emerge. Then as I began to share and meet with folks I found that there were others who also found their lives to be in some sort of a paralysis state, and wanted to engage and change.....and so my NeoSoul Alter Ego became an interactive experience called The NeoSoul Lifestyle! As a part of this lifestyle experiment, I invite folks to participate in things such as:
-Monthly Lifestyle Experiments
-1st Time Challenges
-Quick Change Pick-Me-Ups
As an evolving community,The NeoSoul Lifestyle empowers folks to individually and/or collectively:
-Seek soulful reflections
-Create a plan of change
-Enjoy the process of becoming
-Share the experiences
So are you thinking....."Is she some sort of new-age guru?" I hope not, because that isn't me at all. I am simply a person that wants to live life in a new and more fulfilling way.
So there it is.....a little insight into the NeoSoul Alter Ego!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
It's June - New Year's Resolution Check In!
As I was relaxing during an aromatherapy experience, I smiled to myself as I thought about a few of the NeoSoul Lifestyle changes that I had made in the past few days....and then it hit me! It's June! I'm already halfway into the year! Yikes! How much progress had I made towards my resolutions...in fact, what the heck were they? Oh, Lawd! I started to feel a wave of anxiety.....so I re-centered myself and calmed my mind, and breathed deeply.
Now, as I write...I'm trying to recall just exactly what my resolutions were. Well, that's Mistake #1, I didn't write them down! So, now that I've acknowledged that mistake, I will change to manifest a different result.
So my resolutions for this year are:
-Have daily morning prayer
-Lose 30 pounds
-Use quicken weekly to manage my finances
-Become a blogger
-Have more fun
Hmmm....I LOVE MY RESOLUTIONS! They are simple and sustainable! If....I mean, WHEN I commit to them I know they will guide me into the next phase of my NeoSoul Lifestyle Remix!
So far, I've made a little progress with each of them....but its time to stop trying and START DOING. (De'ja Vu - This week I've read so many tweets, and had a discussion about the difference between trying & doing. Clearly my mind was being prepared for this very moment!) The small steps that I have made toward my resolutions so far have brought me some moments of happiness. Yet, now that I have re-dedicated myself to my resolutions....I am filled with hope and excitement about how this COMMITMENT WILL CHANGE MY LIFE!
I also know that I will experience some inner turmoil as well, as I will need to overcome and completely conquer my biggest adversary.....myself. I will need to renew my spirit daily, especially during challenging times. One thing I am certain of, I am no longer willing to live in mediocrity in the present or to sacrifice my future!
2010 - The first year of a new decade of my life! I know my best days are ahead of me. All that I have lost will be restored + an abundance more!
Tell me.....what were your 2010 resolutions? Have you done a mid-year check-in? What's next for you?
Now, as I write...I'm trying to recall just exactly what my resolutions were. Well, that's Mistake #1, I didn't write them down! So, now that I've acknowledged that mistake, I will change to manifest a different result.
So my resolutions for this year are:
-Have daily morning prayer
-Lose 30 pounds
-Use quicken weekly to manage my finances
-Become a blogger
-Have more fun
Hmmm....I LOVE MY RESOLUTIONS! They are simple and sustainable! If....I mean, WHEN I commit to them I know they will guide me into the next phase of my NeoSoul Lifestyle Remix!
So far, I've made a little progress with each of them....but its time to stop trying and START DOING. (De'ja Vu - This week I've read so many tweets, and had a discussion about the difference between trying & doing. Clearly my mind was being prepared for this very moment!) The small steps that I have made toward my resolutions so far have brought me some moments of happiness. Yet, now that I have re-dedicated myself to my resolutions....I am filled with hope and excitement about how this COMMITMENT WILL CHANGE MY LIFE!
I also know that I will experience some inner turmoil as well, as I will need to overcome and completely conquer my biggest adversary.....myself. I will need to renew my spirit daily, especially during challenging times. One thing I am certain of, I am no longer willing to live in mediocrity in the present or to sacrifice my future!
2010 - The first year of a new decade of my life! I know my best days are ahead of me. All that I have lost will be restored + an abundance more!
Tell me.....what were your 2010 resolutions? Have you done a mid-year check-in? What's next for you?
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