?Top 20 Lessons Of 2020?
What a year!
Lots of ups and lots of downs! It was a tough year for many and a great year for many.
Through it all, I think we can all take some time to reflect on the silver linings that this year brought. ?
So, here are my top 20 takeaways for this year:
1. Self-care is more important now more than ever! Take some time daily to nourish your body, mind and spirit. Prioritize your health and well being. ??
2. Focusing on your breath is so simple but yet so powerful in helping us reduce stress and BE in the present moment. 6 seconds on the inhale and 6 seconds on the exhale. ??
3. Prioritize sleep! (7 hours per day at a minimum). Keep sleep times and wakes times as consistent as possible. ?
4. Drink plenty of water or herbal teas. Keep your body well hydrated throughout the day and start each morning with a large glass of water. ?
5. Take your daily supplement stack (it's impossible to get all nutrients through diet, our soils are quite depleted). For me that's vitamin d, c, b complex, magnesium and amino acids. I also take medicinal mushrooms daily - specifically reishi, chaga, turkey tail, cordyceps and lions mane. ?
6. Get out of your comfort zone! This is where growth takes place! This year was a year of growth for me. I shared my message and voice on social media, webinars and within the Living Proof Community more than I ever have. If you've been wanting to start a business or podcast or passion project, do it! If I can do it anyone can! Be authentic, share your truth and as Wayne Dyer says "Don't die with your music still in you". ??
7. Reading is so much more productive and fun than watching TV or scrolling your phone. Take at least 20 min to read and learn something new. ?
8. 5-10 minutes of meditation and/or taking a pause to go inwards first thing in the morning can make such a world of difference for your mental health. I think 2020 really taught us all to slow down and take some time for stillness! ??
9. Surround yourself with plants ? Plants have such healing properties and really help to lift our moods. ?
10. Read or listen to a spiritual teaching daily. This has been one of the most uplifting things that I have done this year. It brings me peace and solace to know that everything will be ok. ?
11. Take care of the earth - consume less, be more mindful of the long term impact of your purchases. Reuse, compost and reduce! Be mindful of who you purchase from and support small businesses whenever you can. ?
12. Get out in nature daily. Nature is so healing and this year has really made me appreciate nature even more since there was nothing else to do except go for a walk! Appreciate the beauty of the trees, flowers, the leaves changing colour, the snow, the birds, water flowing. ?
13. Put a limit on your social media consumption (and watching the news if you still do) - I have found this to be a huge game-changer. It's so easy to go down the rabbit hole and spiral into negativity and fear. ?
14. Eat more mindfully and intuitively. 2020 taught us to eat more home cooked meals and slow down our pace when eating. Eat more fruits and veggies and all the colours of the rainbow! ?
15. Take a moment for gratitude each and every day. There are so many things to be grateful for! ??
16. Spend more time and be more present with loved ones. Tell them how much you love them and appreciate them. "Physical distancing" has only made me closer to those whom I have a deep connection with. ?
17. Keep life simple! We really don't need much to be happy and healthy! ?
18. Listen to music, dance and move your body! Yoga and riding my bike is what brings me joy! ??
19. We are all on our own journey, try to have compassion and tolerance for others without judgement. (This one is tough!)?
20. Love yourself a little more - this planet can only heal when we heal and learn to love ourselves. Remind yourself daily that you are worthy and enough!
