It started out simple enough. Rather than listening to music while I worked in my studio, I started listening to podcasts, most notably Cathy Heller's "Don't Keep Your Day Job". What I noticed after a month or so was an overall shift in mindset towards positivity, gratitude and being more present. I decided to dig deeper by soaking up books, videos, and starting a meditation practice. The stories and research I've absorbed, along with the inner work I've done (and continue to do) have been invaluable. I find myself to be more calm, more comfortable letting go of control, less inside my head and more present in my relationships. This whole process was the inspiration behind my "Constructs of the Mind" collection. While it's been a very personal journey, the eye-opening lessons, perspectives and shifts are something I want to share with everyone. I invite you to venture on your own exploration to find what resonates with you:
RECOMMENDED READS (I'm an audio book girl, but whatever works for you):
- "Untethered Soul" by Michael A. Singer
- "Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself" by Joe Dispenza
- "The Astonishing Power of Emotions" by Esther and Jerry Hicks
- "Becoming Nobody" by Ram Dass
PODCASTS:
- "Don't Keep Your Day Job" by Cathy Heller (check out interviews with Mike Dooley, Vishen Lakhiani, Susie Moore, Jim Kwik, Tony Robbins)
- "Eckhart Tolle: Essential Teachings" with Oprah Winfrey
- "Live Awake" by Sarah Blondin
MEDITATION APPS:
- "Insight Timer" (Sarah Blondin is my fave)
- "10 Percent Happier" by Dan Harris
WATCH:
- Brené Brown "The Call to Courage" on Netflix
RABBIT HOLES:
- Alan Watts on YouTube
- Sadhguru on YouTube