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Women Empowerment
W o m e n E m p o w e r m e n t
Regina Robinson International Speaker, Publisher, Author & Inner Confidence Strategist
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Spring is the season of rebirth, renewal, and awakening. It’s in the air!
As you awaken to the sound of birds chirping their morning tunes, the sun shining brightly through the window, the smell of flowers blooming in the air, while the breeze is swaying to and fro through the trees.
As you listen to the birds chirping and singing you are reminded of how quickly you can get lost in the mesmerizing sounds from above. The sound of the birds reminds you that with every vibration you move to a new level of elevation. Listen closely, while embracing your femininity, gentleness, and beauty, while increasing your frequency. Now is the time to rock to the rhythm of your own beat.
It’s the Illumination of the sun that reminds you daily that the day is going to be bright. And if I had to tell it - it’s going to be hot. I realized it’s not about the heat I felt, but the energy I feel when allowing myself to tap into my unstoppable brilliance as the light penetrates deep down in my soul. After all, the soul is where change takes place if you are willing to let the light shine in and awaken the peace in your soul. Like the sun, there is brightness inside of you.
Arise, my sister, spring is your season of blooming! Just as the flowers bloom it’s your time to break out of your cocoon. You are ready for such a time as now, you have planted and prepared for your next. The world is waiting for your new arrival. Like lilies in the valley, the world will only experience your beauty if you do what’s necessary to open up.
Every day you awaken to the cool breeze blowing, it is a reminder that you have breath in your body. As you step outside and inhale remember the beauty of another day, and as you exhale remember to let it all go as you embrace the present moment. The breeze is a reminder that you can create your happiness at any given time.
Spring is a resemblance of the happiness you deserve and desire, the motivation you need to stay the course, and the positivity of knowing that all things are possible.
While the trees are blossoming like new The flowers are blooming The breeze is refreshing The bees are buzzing The butterflies are flying The sky illuminated in shades of blue The sun glistening While you are becoming the best version of you
Just like time springs forward it
’s your season of elevation and transformation.
Credits: BSB Fotography BiBi Saran Bennett Credits: BSB Fotography BiBi Saran Bennett
Credits: BSB Fotography BiBi Saran Bennett
Regina Robinson
www.reginarobinsonspeaks.com
Believe In You Again
Dear Individual Your beliefs need not be mine & mine not be yours Your thoughts need not be mine & mine not be yours Your words need not be mine & mine not be yours Your actions need not be mine & mine not be yours You're not me & I am not you Thank God for that because: if we were all the same, some of us wouldn ’t be necessary! You are an individual & so am I Let’ s believe in ourselves again
Audrey Lingg Life Engineer Mentor
Belief is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. A trust, faith, or
confidence in someone or something. We all have CORE beliefs and values that provide the
foundation for our decisions, behaviors, and actions throughout our lives. If we don ’t
understand our values, we may violate them without realizing them.
This can lead to feelings of guilt and shame, without knowing why we are feeling that way. Being our own individual person and standing in our power as that individual is no easy task these days. By the end of this article you, ’ll have a unique list of values and beliefs to help you with knowing the direction you want for your life. And even better, you ’ll have a clear idea of what actions you can take to experience life in true alignment with whom you want to be.
When I was young I believed that I was invincible, I could do anything I wanted to do, be anything I wanted to be.
I was free-spirited, strong-willed, and sassy, I would put my hands on my hips and say what I needed to say for
myself at any time, very confidently. As a child that had the opportunity to exercise the beliefs and values I had
and was able to voice them, it was a joy to be that child. But, when my mom married those CORE beliefs and
values got squashed, silenced, even masked for a while, they were still there but covered up, censored to fit the
new ideology this new person of authority brought into the family. Have you ever felt bullied that much that you
didn ’t have your own voice or maybe not a voice at all? You're not alone, there are many of us in the world that
have had our beliefs and values silenced. Are now ready to release them to do great things you were meant to do
in this world. Join us on this journey of discovery.
Researchers confirms that when people have a clear set of beliefs and values several things take place:
They find it easier to make big life decisions around pursuing their passions, defining and achieving their long-
term career goals, and having healthier relationships. They are less likely to engage in destructive thought patterns, especially when in difficult life situations.
Comparison
You are a unique human being and there is nobody in this world like you. Comparing ourselves to others can have a detrimental impact on our sense of self-value and overall mental health.
It doesn't matter what other people are doing, what they think of you, or what they have accomplished. Your personal sense of self-value is far more important to maintain and nurture. When we stop comparing ourselves to others we can begin to focus on our own unique path, goals, and what we personally value in life.
Be grateful
Keep a gratitude journal. One way to value yourself more is to be grateful for everything you do and write it down. It’s easy to be critical and wish we had done better, but we’re always doing the best that we can. Keep that up and celebrate the small stuff that elevates your self-worth.
Forgive yourself
When people hurt you, practice forgiveness. When things don’t go as planned, practice forgiveness. Holding grudges, whether from others or yourself, is like intentionally plaguing yourself with a burden that you don’t need to carry. Forgiveness helps you more than it helps the person you forgive. It’s worth implementing it into our everyday life.
Boundaries
Sometimes it may feel uncomfortable setting boundaries, feeling like it is mean or selfish (that is untrue, it is not!). You are doing yourself a disservice if you are not establishing clear and respectful boundaries in your life. This can often lead to a pattern of neglecting yourself in order to accommodate others or tolerating disrespectful or harmful behavior.
Core beliefs are powerful underlying messages that we send ourselves, often without even understanding what is happening. It is extremely helpful to begin to notice the thoughts that we are having when we are feeling any emotion. We can then dig deeper to understand what core beliefs or values we hold that could undermine our view of ourselves and others so we are able to take the steps to change them.
When you have a clear idea of who you are, and your beliefs and values, you make better decisions and create the life you want. There are differences between beliefs and values, here is a great resource for further exploration as I don’t have the space to address that here. These are 3 actionable ways to figure out who you are and apply this knowledge today to lead a happier, more prosperous, and fulfilling life.
We all need a strong foundation for our life. Like a house built on a solid foundation our life needs to have one as well or it will fall apart. Once you understand your beliefs and values, you can build the life you want.
To help find your beliefs and values, look back at times when you took a stand, or when you regretted not taking that stand or doing the thing you did. Consider the people you see as “your heroes” and what they stand for. You will notice common themes which correlate with your deeper identity. Your deep identity is often expressed by activities of the enteric or gut-brain ( I have a feeling ), as a part of beliefs and values come from within. But, it can also result from outside influences, like our environment (nature) and the people around us (nurture). Check what you are saying to yourself and change your life.
Here is a list of some belief statements to start.
Or use the Core Values List to understand yourself better.
I am bad. (I can’t do anything right.) I am smart. (I will succeed if I try.) I am unlovable. (Nobody will ever appreciate me.) I am beautiful (Beauty is in the eye of the beholder) People are untrustworthy. (People will take advantage and hurt me if they have a chance.) The world has many opportunities to explore (I get to choose what I do with my life) The world is dangerous/not safe. (I need to protect myself.) I get to choose (I create my reality)
Always BE growing, evolving, and changing
Who you are is not who you always have to be. Change is possibly the only constant in the world, with new experiences and lessons learned every day. Sometimes, you need to determine how to reinvent yourself, to adapt to shifting goals as you change as a person.
By reevaluating your dreams from time to time and examining your current goals, you can see if your daily habits will take you in the direction you are wanting to go. If not, it’s time to refocus and get your life back on track.
Personal growth is always a choice to make every day, pick up that book and read, listen to that motivational podcast or audio, and go talk to someone that uplifts you. Go out and find what works for you.
Change your environment as BE true to yourself — as well
Our environment has a huge impact on who we are and where we are in our lives right now.
Our family, friends, community, and work environment; those people whom we interact with, and situations faced on a regular basis dramatically influence our thoughts, motivation, and mood.
One way you change your environment, without drastically changing your life, is to start spending more time with supportive, loving people who share your values.
That
s where self’ -awareness is key. When you understand your values, and who you are, it’s easier to differentiate whether you reall something, or if you were told y want to want something. When you believe in yourself and understand your core values, you have a better idea of how to live with an open mind while still living according to who you are.
Remember, figuring out who you are can take time and experience. Sometimes we don’t know who we are until someone or something reflects back to us pieces of our own truth.
When we finally learn to be our authentic selves, it increases our chances of success and living a joyful life with meaning.
And when you’re ready to figure out who you are, you don’t have to do it alone!
I am here to help, and I'd be honored to
guide you.
AudreyLingg
