Dear July...

The first half of the year seems to have disappeared. That, or I have disappeared.

Something big is set to happen this month.

In two weeks, to be exact.

I'm going to go it alone. It's not a huge deal, but it's pretty big.

I'm ready and I'm not.

So I ask one thing of you, July; be powerful.

Keep me busy, keep me grounded.

Also, if you're feeling extra generous, some lovely weather wouldn't go amiss.

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This Week #4

My oh my this week! Busy doesn't even cut it!

I spend most of Monday trying to get the indicators on my car fixed (for a price that wouldn't leave me with 40p to my name), no luck as of yet but let's just say it's proving interesting (crazy fun) to drive.

The most difficult part of my week has been finding boundaries and setting them in place, sometimes I find it tricky to let go of the sense I'm disappointing someone or being a little harsh. Annoyingly, this often leads to the exact opposite, I end up going out f my way for others (when not warranted) and am just too nice. I need to work on it and recognising the flaw is the first step - it's time to put my foot down.

Also, I've set some solid plans for the summer months and I can hardly wait! The chance to get out more, see more, hang out more is sounding really appealing and is definitely getting me through bouts of negative feelings.

For the most part, I've had a really positive week. Clouds disappearing and the sun has had a big part to play in this, it's all a little more hopeful.
Seeing friends and doing different things to my usual routine has kept me alert and interested - I'm on track.

This week's teaching: "Energy follows intent."

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Pick Me Ups

A list of things that feel good:

• Having your class cancelled on a beautiful day. 
• Laughing so hard your face hurts. 
• Watching a child do something for the first time. 
• A great idea. 
• Getting mail. 
• Walking out of your last exam. 
• Seeing hard work pay off. 
• Your favourite lunch.
• Clean laundry.
• Being told you did an excellent job.
• A care package. 
• Student discount. 
• A crisp white shirt.
• Seeing how happy your dog is when you take him for a walk.
• An unexpected gift. 
• Walking barefoot in the sand. 
• Taking uncomfortable shoes off.
• Singing in public and hearing a stranger say “You *GO* girl!” 
•  Landing on the runway after a long flight. 
• An almost dangerous sense of determination. 
• Feeling needed.
• The ability to listen.
• Compassion. 
• Travelling.
• Writing something you're proud of.
• Smiling at strangers and getting smiles in return.
• Wide open spaces.
• Knowing that we live in a world where most things are just a phone call away.
• Snacking when you get home late. 
• Latte art.
• Being with someone you love when you need each other.
• The smell of the first bbq of summer.
• A sleep in the afternoon after a big meal. 
• Making use of the whole day. 
• Watching a black and white film.
• Eating food you grew yourself. 
• The first warm summer days.
• Being brave enough to stand by your decisions.
• Waking up next to someone you love. 
• The smell of freshly cut grass.
• Knowing that all is well.
• Finding a starfish at the beach. 
• The sound of wind in the trees. 
• The sound of the ocean at high tide.
• Meeting new people and having them become good friends faster than you thought possible. 
• Finding common ground with someone you were unsure about.
• Knowing and feeling that some person really likes you as you are.
• When the weather is just warm enough for you to eat outside.
• Listening to the falling rain drops. 
• Watching the dew drops on flower petals early in the morning. 

Keep a look out for Pt. 2!

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