Typically we are taught to be well balanced people by strengthening our weaknesses. Now I’m not saying this is a bad thing but our strengths often correlate with our passions. If we strengthen our strengths it can increase our happiness, productivity, experience, and abundance in life.
The first step to this months challenge is identify your strengths. Write a list of at least five skills and activities that come naturally to you.
Next evaluate these strengths/skills and narrow it down to what you would do daily even if no one paid you to do it.
Now evaluate what activities/skills you’re left with and brainstorm how you could monetize these skills. For example if colour co-ordination comes naturally to you, you may consider starting an …show more content…
You can help others by volunteering your time, donating money to a cause, or practicing small acts of kindness such as holding the door for someone else. Don’t give more than you are comfortable with, instead always give from your heart. Get creative, it doesn’t necessarily need to be a monetary object, you could give someone a complement or a silent blessing upon meeting. Release any expectations of receiving something in return, your karma will come back to you in unexpected ways. Practice giving every day this month.
April
“To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity.” — Douglas Adams
Identifying your values makes it easier to decide how you want to live your life. Living your life in accordance with your values increases joy, intention, and continuity in all aspects of your life. Grab a piece of paper and make a long list of values you appreciate in others such as honesty, loyalty, generosity, and selflessness. Circle 5 values that you appreciate the most. Upon discovering your top values figure out ways in which you are currently living in accordance with these values and how you can use them …show more content…
As an added benefit you will absorb some vitamin D which can decrease the risk of feeling depressed. Try to get outside for at least ten minutes a day. You can sit, walk, or do errands. Be sure to practice safe sun exposure and apply sunscreen before you get outside!
September
“If you can 't be with yourself, you 'll never learn to be with anyone else.” — Kelly LeBrock
Take time to be with yourself completely. During your meditations turn on a timer and unplug; turn off your phone, computer, and TV, close your eyes and enjoy the silence. If you’re up for a challenge you could schedule one day a week where you completely unplug for the entire day! You will come back the next day fully recharged and ready to go.
October
“Sleep is the best meditation.” — Dalai
The first step to this months challenge is identify your strengths. Write a list of at least five skills and activities that come naturally to you.
Next evaluate these strengths/skills and narrow it down to what you would do daily even if no one paid you to do it.
Now evaluate what activities/skills you’re left with and brainstorm how you could monetize these skills. For example if colour co-ordination comes naturally to you, you may consider starting an …show more content…
You can help others by volunteering your time, donating money to a cause, or practicing small acts of kindness such as holding the door for someone else. Don’t give more than you are comfortable with, instead always give from your heart. Get creative, it doesn’t necessarily need to be a monetary object, you could give someone a complement or a silent blessing upon meeting. Release any expectations of receiving something in return, your karma will come back to you in unexpected ways. Practice giving every day this month.
April
“To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity.” — Douglas Adams
Identifying your values makes it easier to decide how you want to live your life. Living your life in accordance with your values increases joy, intention, and continuity in all aspects of your life. Grab a piece of paper and make a long list of values you appreciate in others such as honesty, loyalty, generosity, and selflessness. Circle 5 values that you appreciate the most. Upon discovering your top values figure out ways in which you are currently living in accordance with these values and how you can use them …show more content…
As an added benefit you will absorb some vitamin D which can decrease the risk of feeling depressed. Try to get outside for at least ten minutes a day. You can sit, walk, or do errands. Be sure to practice safe sun exposure and apply sunscreen before you get outside!
September
“If you can 't be with yourself, you 'll never learn to be with anyone else.” — Kelly LeBrock
Take time to be with yourself completely. During your meditations turn on a timer and unplug; turn off your phone, computer, and TV, close your eyes and enjoy the silence. If you’re up for a challenge you could schedule one day a week where you completely unplug for the entire day! You will come back the next day fully recharged and ready to go.
October
“Sleep is the best meditation.” — Dalai