Sunday Newsletter - Embrace the Flow: Transformative Lessons for a Brighter Week Ahead

Hello and Happy Sunday,

I hope I find you relaxed and happy and enjoying your favourite beverage appreciating the pureness of this current moment.

I am getting so soft that I hate cutting the buttercups!

What are you up to today. Something simply wonderful, I hope.

I trust your week has been a flowing one.

Mine, again has been full of lessons. I feel I’m on an accelerated learning path with the Universe right now. I know there’s something beautiful in that.

Grab a cuppa and let’s explore what I learned this week.

What Has been My Lesson of the Week That Might Help You?

Here are the powerful lessons and ‘Life hacks’ that I have been lucky enough to learn this week.

1 – Life Lesson – Conquering Confusion - Recognising what’s true for you can be found within.

2 – Business Boost – Spend Less Time in Your Business – Creating Accountability that increases Productivity

“I’ve come to believe that if everybody agrees on something, you can be sure it’s wrong!”. Awareness - Anthony De Mello

1 – Life Lesson:

My son is in Budapest this weekend and it reminded me of the lessons I have been learning over the past few weeks about assumptions and my internal expectations, programming and perception of something that turns out to be completely false.

For some reason, I had pictured it as a dark and unfriendly, even dangerous.
I don’t even know where I got that perception from.
It just reminds me again of the unconscious programming and assumptions I am now questioning in every moment of my day.

My new self-inquiry: “Is that thought actually true?”, Is that ‘fact’ actually true?”, “Is that feeling actually true and/or appropriate?”, “Can I let them go?”, “What am I learning here?”, “Am I judging and what is that showing me about me?”, “What is actually important for me in this moment, toward my journey right now?”.

The Unpopular Truth:

The main power we hold as humans is the ability to step back in any moment and choose a new thought or feeling; to tune into source/intuition and check-in with our true knowing. To listen to that part of us that provides direct guidance from Source/the Creator. We are source having a physical experience. And in my opinion, right now we are being called to remember, embrace and take full responsibility for who we truly are and what we do from who we are.

You may have noticed, there’s a massive show going on around the world with the main intention of separation and confusion.
When we live in fear and despair, it's easy to no longer know what’s true and get stuck in confusion. We are so much easier to manipulate in our scrabbling to find a firmer footing, more solid, logical reality. We might look for a ‘saviour’ and can be easily deceived by the leaders using the ‘create the problem so I can step in with the solution and save you’ technique.

My personal view is, that to truly thrive and build our strength in these chaotic times we must look within for our saviour. We are our own saviours, each one of us.

When we focus on creating the world we want to live in personally, that is focused on light, in consort with nature and in love with life itself, we cannot help but add this high frequency to the collective consciousness.

When we choose to find our true essence and operate from love, compassion and a vision of a new beginning where the light of the creator prevails, our world changes and the whole world changes. We change our internal paradigm and then reflect a new paradigm into the ‘field’.
Evil cannot exist in the same space as love.

I believe that each of us has been called to take some sort of role and action in these transformational times. Our place in this world is unique to us. Are you courageous enough to keep learning, keep shifting and keep moving forward on your distinct and exceptional journey?

I know I am fully committed to my role – whatever that is. And my biggest learning is to practice being comfortable with not knowing. To dance with uncertainty, knowing life supports me and that it’s all part of a bigger plan. My role is to choose and choose again; in every moment, from moment to moment, as guided. To release the need to control and know the outcome.
Believe me this is really a challenge for me as I have a racing brain and strong ego self.

And the more I practice, the better I am getting.

“Negative feelings are in you, not in reality. So stop trying to change reality. That’s crazy!” Awareness – Anthony De Mello

I watched a Bob Proctor recording last night and he pointed out that very few people are ‘thinkers’.

Many of us have busy, full minds, yet very few of us spend time using thought consciously. It comes back to being the observer and choosing moment by moment.

This is my learning this week. I hope it resonates and adds value to someone out there.

The soup is always listening and delivering on your dominant thoughts and emotions, whether conscious or unconscious.

I believe the time is now to decide where your power flows.

What are you giving your dominant (even unconscious) attention to?

 

This Weeks Business Boost:

This week I found a new way for me to work smarter in my business.

I have been spending too much time behind my desk and haven’t necessarily achieved the forward momentum I wanted in the areas of my business that matter. I can easily start at 9am and shut down at 11 pm at the moment.

Do you ever feel like that?

My Creative Writing Challenge is going really well and I am loving creating and sharing the content, and spending time in free flow writing mode. I had forgotten how much I enjoy writing for fun.
We’re even getting wonderful reviews.

The pivoting part of my business – focusing on helping folks with new tech, has been a slower progression. I feel some resistance here.

Well, I discovered something called Focusmate this week which really helps me stay on track.
You see, I am good at committing to show up if other people are involved, while I'm rubbish at showing up just for me (something I am working on).

Now when I schedule a work session, because another person is involved, I am showing up fully and getting tons done!

Here are some additional ways to keep yourself focused, accountable and productive as an entrepreneur.

Work Smarter, Not Harder: An Entrepreneur's Guide

Hey there, lone wolves of the business world! Let's chat about how you can crush your goals without burning out. We're talking productivity hacks, accountability tricks, and even some self-care tips to keep you at the top of your game.

Virtual Coworking: Your New Secret Weapon

Ever heard of Focusmate? It's like having a gym buddy, but for work. You book a session, get matched with another go-getter, and boom – instant accountability. Here's why it's a game-changer for solopreneurs:

• On-Demand Focus: Need to power through a task? Book a session and get in the zone.

• Break the Isolation: Working solo doesn't mean you have to feel lonely.

• Boost Your Accountability: It's harder to procrastinate when someone's watching.

• Time Management Mastery: Those 25, 50, or 75-minute sessions help you reclaim your sense of time.

More Tools to Keep You on Track

Focusmate isn't the only tool in your productivity arsenal. Mix and match these to find your perfect workflow:

• Trello or Asana: Keep your projects organized and visible (I also use the full Atlassian suite).

• RescueTime or Toggl: Track where your time's really going.

• Forest: Stay focused by growing virtual trees (and real ones too!).

Mental Health Matters

Let's face it, being an entrepreneur/remote worker can be tough on the ol' noggin. Here's how to keep your mental health in check:

• Set Boundaries: Just because you can work 24/7 doesn't mean you should.

• Schedule Breaks: Use tools like the Pomodoro Technique to remind you to step away.

• Virtual Water Cooler Chats: Join online communities or use Focusmate to connect with others.

Physical Health: Don't Forget the Basics

Your business can't thrive if you're running on fumes. Remember to:

• Move Your Body: Even a quick stretch between Focusmate sessions can do wonders.

• Fuel Up Right: Nourish that entrepreneurial brain of yours with good food.

• Sleep Like You Mean It: Quality shut-eye is non-negotiable for peak performance.

The Art of Doing Less, Achieving More

Here's the kicker: working less can actually lead to better results. Mind-blowing, right? By focusing on high-impact tasks and cutting out the fluff, you can:

• Boost Creativity: A rested mind is a creative mind.

• Improve Decision Making: Fatigue leads to poor choices. Don't let that be you.

• Increase Overall Productivity: It's about quality, not quantity of hours worked.

Wrap It Up

Remember, being an entrepreneur is a marathon, not a sprint. Use tools like Focusmate to stay accountable, prioritize your mental and physical health, and focus on impactful work.

You've got this, business star!
Now, go forth and conquer – one focused session at a time!

As always, this is my point of view, and you have your own journey and guidance.

I write to present my learning in the hope it assists others.

‘Concentrate on the 1% of actions that propel you forward and make them a consistent part of your routine. Over time, these small efforts will compound, leading to exponential progress in your journey.”.

Choosing Happy Podcast Update

A reminder that the podcast is now published on Thursday so that I’m not clashing with lives and other content.

It’s the 75th Episode of the Choosing Happy Podcast this week, and you can access it on Thursday 1^st August 2024 – I’m declaring August ‘Spiritual Woo’ month, when I’ll be interviewing healers, coaches, psychics and energy workers about expanding our consciousness to expand our capacity for happy.

All previous episodes are available…
You can listen on your favourite podcast host or on the website at www.choosinghappypodcast.com

Also, before I go, 2 quick things:

 

#1 – Interested in Creative Writing?

You’ll get to take part in a 30 day writing habit challenge and have full access to all of the content and live workshops (structure, planning, advanced writing techniques, a whole unique section on hypnotic writing and sooo much more)...

while you get to challenge yourself to practice, grow and get ready to get published (if you want to).

There’s over 33 days of private community access and support, accountability and creation.

Registration is open now at a small investment of $37 – and you get to keep the content, forever!

You can join the next challenge here:
https://www.creativewritingtips.club/ultimate-writing-challenge

#2 – What if you could spend the next 13 weeks expanding your consciousness, improving your mindset and mental health and building fun and happiness into each day?

Take this opportunity to change your level of happiness, success and resilience forever. Use it to gain clarity on the areas of your life that need up levelling and move toward the life you aspire to.

You’ll be fully supported in creating and implementing a strategy and small-habit plan for lasting change.

It’s like a buffet of Happiness, Resilience, Mindset, Energy, Consciousness, Mental Health and Physical Health resources.

You get to choose where you want to put your focus and each day you get access to: a short ‘Happiness Hit’ video, a fun 10 minute Happiness Habit Challenge, tips for overcoming Happiness Hurdles (anxiety, fear etc) and access to a private Happiness Heroes Community with others focused on flexing their happiness muscles, and experiencing more joy and aliveness in their daily life.

What else can you expect?

• a personalised Happiness Habits strategy – daily resilience and joy plan that you can use to support you beyond the 100 days

• Happiness Workshops

• Q&A and Group Coaching Live Calls

• Interviews with experts in Expanding Consciousness, Building Resilience, Healing modalities and more

• Quick wins – identifying the small changes you can make that have a massive impact on your quality of life and experience

• an paradigm adjustment so powerful, you leave with a new perspective and new enthusiasm for your life

• Happiness Hangouts – themed, joy filled get togethers – priceless community support

• tools to reset or soothe your nervous system

• Lifetime access to resources and workshop recordings

• and more

The way this works is you simply join and commit to whatever you believe you can achieve and stick to over 100 days.

There is a minimum Happiness Habit Practise which I ask you to complete daily. It’s short and designed to get you focused on how you want to be in your day and what are your Happiness Hooks.

I spend 1:1 time with everyone. I make sure that you complete the 100 days with a bespoke action plan, a personal Daily Habit for Success routine that you have created, and the tools to bring it to life.

There’s a tiny investment of £111 (just over £1 per day) to ensure there’s a commitment and fair energy exchange.

Once you have secured your spot, you’ll get access to the preparation section and to the exclusive community.

You can uplevel at anytime and access 1-1 coaching from me.

Starting 17th August 2024 for 100 Days

Sign-up before the 4th August 2024, to receive two bonus 1-1, Happiness Private coaching sessions with Heather, designed to help you breakthrough blocks, explore what’s possible for you and create your ‘Steps to Holistic Happiness Plan’.

There’s a limited number of spaces available on this founding program.

Are you ready to be 100% happier?

Here’s the link:

https://www.choosinghappy.co.uk/sales-page-100-Days

That's it for this week!

I wish you resilience, summer sunshine, magical memories, laugh out loud moments, courage, and protection during these uncertain days.
May love, and healing surround you.
May your family and friends be safe and well.

As always, the coffee and a chat offer is available, I am only an email away.

I hope you have a week blessed with connection, companionship, opened hearted compassion, high vibes, amazing health, prosperity, grace and ease!

Heather

Heather V Masters

Chief Coach, Writer, Trainer and Facilitator of Magic

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Sometimes you’re too close to figure that out for yourself.

How often do you take time out to move away from the doing in your business, and focus on the big picture, reviewing the dream and getting to the nitty gritty stuff that niggles you every day?

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