Be like a tree. Stay grounded. Connect with your roots. Turn over a new leaf. Bend before you break. Enjoy your unique natural beauty. Keep growing. – Joanne Rapits

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! In case you were wondering, I took some time off to gather my thoughts. This has been a stressful year to say the least. I appreciate YOU and all of the support you give. Let’s WELCOME OCTOBER in with a positive mindset, a calm spirit, and a more balanced lifestyle. This week I want to focus on becoming grounded within.

During my research, I’ve learned that becoming grounded within can help you:

• Clear your mind from negative thoughts
• Recharge your energy
• Strengthen your instincts
• Calm your feelings and emotions

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WARNING SIGNS OF BEING UNGROUNDED

Stay humble, stay grounded, remember what got you to that level and that’s hard work. – Tim Howard

Before learning how to become grounded in your life, it is important to learn and understand the meanings of grounded and ungrounded.

• Grounded (adjective) – well balanced and sensible.
• Ungrounded (adjective) – having no base or justification; unfounded.

Just like any major decision you make in life, becoming grounded within requires a level of commitment like no other. However, it’s important to know the warning signs of being ungrounded so you can make the necessary adjustments to your lifestyle.

Here’s a few warning signs of being ungrounded that you may experience:

• Poor sleep patterns
• Easily distracted
• Daydreaming often
• Constant fatigue
• Over-think situations
• Experience anxiety and perpetual worrying
• Overly obsessed with your personal image

Keep in mind that there may be some overlap with other symptoms or health conditions which may cause a misdiagnosis.

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Unfortunately, many of us struggle to overcome obstacles in life and don’t understand that the root cause is often times hidden within. Whether you sometimes feel stressed out, anxious or depressed, there’s one important fact that you need to remember. You need to learn more about yourself and how you operate at your best. Your mind, body and spirit must become ONE in order for you to be at your best.

CALM MIND

Most people appreciate a calm mind only when under pressure, when they are worried or when they need to focus. However, it is important for you to find effective ways to help calm your mind regularly, such as:

• Practice mindfulness
• Stay in the present
• Broaden your view
• Try guided meditation
• Reflect often and write in your journal

CALM BODY

Our bodies are made to move. Movement helps release tension, lift depression, and you get better sleep. Here’s some great ways to calm your body:

• Fuel your body with healthy food options
• Exercise daily (cardio, strength & stretching)
• Try new yoga positions
• Use effective breathing techniques
• Go outside and get fresh air
• Change your focus and environment
• Listen to Music
• Re-engage with like-minded people

CALM SPIRIT

 If there is a need to calm your spirit, then you must first address the root cause of your stress. Once you complete this task, then you are ready to find better ways to calm your spirit:

• Learn how to regulate your breathing
• Pamper yourself (Take a warm bath, read a good book, and get a massage)
• Practice meditation 15 – 30 minutes per day
• Focus on gratitude and find what you are grateful for
• Setup a daily routine (Use a To-Do List or Checklist)
• Write in your journal

FINAL THOUGHTS

Even though we know how important it is to feel more grounded throughout life, it is difficult to do without feeling less stress and more confident. As we go about our day-to-day lives, it’s best to find what makes you feel grounded and calm. We all are different and unique, but I do know that our minds, bodies, and spirit must be as ONE in order for you to feel complete.

 JOURNAL PROMPTS

 Don’t be ashamed of your story. It just might inspire someone. – Unknown Author

I love journaling because it is a safe place for me to put my feelings and emotions into words, then put my words into action. Remember, journaling is your very own personal journey throughout life, your ups and downs, your successes and failures. In addition, journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!

 Do you feel grounded right now in this very moment?

• What is your greatest quest in life?
• How have you been holding yourself back?
• What is the greatest lesson you’ve learned?
• How are you mistreating your body or comprising your health?
• How do you plan to feed your spirit on today?

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SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER

 Let’s talk. How do you plan to become more grounded in life? What are some things you do to help calm your mind, body & spirit? Please share your honest response in the comment section. I cannot wait to hear from you.

 Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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