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Life Is Lifing

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(WRITTEN 6/16/2025)

He, Yogi 🙂

I have been learning how to navigate my new life. I am on the cusp of something magnificent. I feel I am at a crossroads and have been for a minute. I need to make my decision and move forward with confidence. Uggghhhh….decisions, being an adult, and hurrying up are not my forte. It’s ok because I am the driver of this ship. I am in control and after taking months to sit and watch the seasons pass, it’s time to get up and get to the goal. I can definitely agree, life is lifing over here.

Making Space

First things first, I needed to get really clear on where I am going. If I am the manifestor of my life, then I need to know where to go and how to get there. I have acquired the quiet space from distractions since my MIL is out of the country and my husband works out of the house. I was able to create my safe garden space and made more space in the house by donating our overage. Being quiet and listening to subtle messages within me is how I get my downloads. It’s quite amazing! My greatest find is to pencil space on my calendar to have time to pranayama, Japa meditation, and meditate every day. It has been a game changer and sharpened my intentions. I want to be the greatest me I can be!

Never Stop Learning

I took a mantra class recently and it changed me 100%! Honestly, I thought it was something totally different, but I am so glad I went! I know I am where I am supposed to be. Life is hard and life is good. I appreciate the balance, and it molded me into a pretty adaptable human. I couldn’t manifest a better perspective. Me, accepting life as it shows up. No fits, no tantrums. I just show up and keep it moving. I am blessed!

Making New Friends – Mid Aged

I am accepting new people into my life and getting to know them. It’s great to talk “yoga” and wisdom learning with strangers. Most of my conversations are medicine and help me to see clearer when I get different perspectives. I mean how deep can you go with a complete stranger? It’s medicine for me. I mean, I do talk to people I am close to, but we are on totally different levels. I like to get WEIRD sometimes and have those higher conversations outside of pleasantries.

Every day is a new chance to embrace my life. I love living more than ever before! I have found purpose in my life beyond serving others. I can serve myself too. I am learning to navigate balance and will never stop learning. My relationships will change and I am willing to change with them. I will end troubled relationships and water the relationships I find value in and learn to know the difference. Balance is my key and every day is different. I am here showing up with fear and excitement. I know my truth and it’s going to be a very, beautiful life indeed 🙂

Thank you for showing up and being you!

Namaste!

Falling Back in Line – Part II

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Hè, Yogi!

I wanted a frog pond💕

It has been a season of heat! I am so grateful for the relief after the long, hot, humid summer days and nights. Everything outside burned…oh yeah, and my body became inflamed out of nowhere. I have never experienced such a scorcher of a season! I am grateful for healing herbs and a stellar intuition to guide me on my healing journey. I am ready to get back and grounded in my healing routines and reset my habits. My soul is craving routine:)

Full Moon energy🌕

I decided to get my life back together and get on a grounding schedule: morning routine and evening routine. I also want to use my energy to manifest new ideas through blogging and other social media platforms. What if I created a healing environment and space to recharge every day? Could I escape my safe boundaries? Can I trust my instincts will only attract me to the right people? As my fatigue dissipates, I have space to explore and to be curious.

Chickies are laying😍

I choose to do monthly manifestations based on my what I am facing that month. It’s basically an hour session of me answering a series of questions to get laser focused on where I want to grow. I detail how to spend the 4 – 5 weeks learning how to become my dreams. If you are interested in the questions I answer to get to my monthly manifestation plan, message me below or comment 🙂

Sunrise and Jupiter & Venus🌟

I will share my morning/evening routine next week with why I do what I do. I love to share because we don’t know what we don’t know. I have uprooted all that I thought I knew and relearned with a passion for loving myself and being honest. That includes living in harmony and making sure I do not kill my natural skin biome. I highly suggest unscented natural soap. I have a few natural soap dealers at farmers’ markets that I trust with my skin. I also use unscented organic sesame oil as lotion all over myself. I bought a bunch of natural serums and tallow that I do plan on reviewing soon!

So cute!

I hope you enjoy this September series of Reset Rituals. Let’s get ungunked before going into the changing weather patterns of autumn! Baby steps get you to the finish line. I promise it’ll be worth it!

Namaste!

Communitize

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Hè, friend!

I have been enjoying this beautiful Kansas weather the past few days! It is so energizing, and I want to soak it all in! The little birdies singing and flying amongst the reeds, and I saw a huge congregation of waterfowl enjoying the sun, too, being all social. Nature is ever knowing and a great indication of what is coming. I bought my spring seeds for my garden and they should be here soon. In anticipation of our upcoming spring equinox, I have been craving water, not thirst, though. A longing to become unwrinkled has been nudging me to sit and pray by the water. I honored my intuition, and today, my unfurling has begun, communitize in the water.

I love this weather💖

Tomorrow morning, I will embark on an adventure! I have no idea where this will lead, but I can honestly say, I am terrified! Will it ever be more than just me and people I plead with to come. Will it come to pleading? Ugghhh….If I stay in my head, I won’t do anything, and it will just be that. An idea. Never come to fruition, just like all the other things I tell myself. Thoughts are just thoughts, and action is the verb. I can’t do a thought. I think? I will just hum to myself and keep stepping. 1, 2…

I just made the whole idea of community coming together all about me. I just like to think about things that I would appreciate. Sometimes, I have zero ideas, and I look to the community to let me know what is going on that I would love to learn or be a part of. I guess, in this instance, I am my target market in my offerings. I’m scared I’m not far enough in my healing to help others. What if someone gets hurt? Am I capable? Am I worthy?

My end goal is to bring people together to enjoy nature again. Water is so crucial in my healing. I swear to that, and I am so connected like never before. I have to share this because I am not a gatekeeper. I cannot wait to see where this goes from here. I am here for it though, and I hope you are too!

Namaste!

Falling Back in Line

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Hè, Yogi!

I have been enjoying this fall weather! It’s been all over the place though! Now that the wind died down, I feel myself settle into planning a big adventure for me. Not actually going on a trip but to step out of my way of blocking my personal growth. I plan on working on those goals today because there will be a lot. I seem to sit on my hands a lot and let time get in between me and my goals. I have business goals, personal goals, community goals, financial goals, and we have a few holidays sprinkled in there. I must get a schedule locked in to help balance my excess vata, or maybe just redirect it. I will be excited to share as I get my life in order and start falling back in line.

Loving the fall drops💖

Self-Reflection:

I have been taking the time to reflect on my desires and needs. Where do I want to be as a 43 year old woman? What do I want to embody? I feel I can go any direction in life. I am at a crossroads and there are directions that do not make sense. I feel encapsulated by all the different versions of myself I have lived so far. Which version do I want to nourish? I have so much more knowledge of myself than I ever have and this is the best time to get real clear on who I am. Who I want to be. How I want to show the world the new me when I re-emerge. Life is about to get real. Real fucking fabulous!

Me getting ready to level up💖

Goal-Setting:

I am great at planning. I am not so great at keeping track of who, what, when. I plan on creating short and long term goals using the SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound), which will help me create a clearer path. I want to be so crystal clear and reasonable. I mean losing 1 pound per week is more feasible than 15. That way I can incorporate bigger goals on my long term dreams. Easier said than done? I agree! That’s why I plan on incorporating the next step.

I had to burn past regrets I was so I can re-emerge💕

Celebrate Progress:

I love to plan a big party! With that being said, I am very capable of taking time to acknowledge my achievements, no matter how small! Celebrating milestones will boost my motivation and confidence and reinforce positive habits of being kind to myself. I’m not planning on throwing a big, expensive party every time due to financial goals, but I will treat myself to a moonlit walk, a warm bath with bubbles, a 20 min face massage taking time to pay close attention to my movements, I will connect with myself by journaling. I love celebrating ME! I’m a pretty big deal to myself.

Me serving drinky drinks👌🏽

Positive Affirmations:

I love to use positive affirmations to repeat to myself multiple times in the mirror. I even make myself cry sometimes by hearing the kind words. It is magic to be kind to myself. When I am disappointed in myself, I disappear from acknowledgment. I have found that setbacks are a part of the growth process but instead of seeing the negative and seeing failure, I can see growth. I found out that way doesn’t work and will not keep going anymore.

I am worthy💕

Community:

One cannot do it all alone. Do you believe that? I truly do believe that. I know I need people around me that support me and that I can support. I want to surround myself with people that inspire me. I want to be on the path to be the best version of myself and I believe I attract those people. I need them and they need me. Community equals support and love.

The manifestation period is coming with the new moon tomorrow. Regain your traction. We got this🥰

I plan on sharing my next 30 days. I am excited to embark on such a spiritual journey to unknown territory. Who will I be when I am 100% focused? I cannot wait to see what doors open and how my life will be in 30 days….

Stay tuned!

Namaste!

Falling For Meditation

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Hi, yogi!

As the vibrant hues of summer gradually fade, the cool nights of fall usher in a season of reflection and renewal. The air becomes crisp, carrying with it the earthy scents of fallen leaves and the promise of winter’s approach. It’s during these serene evenings that many find themselves yearning for a moment of pause, a chance to digest not just the remnants of summer fun but also the experiences that have shaped their lives.

Summer brings an abundance of activity, filled with laughter, adventures, and a whirlwind of social gatherings. From lake outings to late-night barbecues, the season is a tapestry of joyful moments. However, as the days grow shorter and the nights cooler, there’s an inherent call to slow down and internalize those experiences. This is where meditation can play a transformative role.

My loving, intentional time to be with my thoughts💞

Meditation offers a sanctuary amid the hustle and bustle of life. It invites us to sit with our thoughts and emotions, allowing us to process the joys and lessons summer has imparted. As the world outside shifts into a calmer rhythm, meditation encourages a similar stillness within. The act of focusing on the breath or visualizing the changing leaves can ground us, helping to clear the mental clutter accumulated during the frenetic pace of summer.

I love slow days under the tree canopy💖

Moreover, fall is a time of transition, not just in nature but in our personal lives as well. Just as trees shed their leaves, we too can let go of what no longer serves us. Meditation fosters this release, promoting a sense of peace as we acknowledge our experiences and intentions moving forward. It creates a space for gratitude, allowing us to appreciate the warmth of summer while embracing the beauty of change.

Just a daily meeting with Mr. 🌞

As the nights grow colder, wrapping ourselves in a cozy blanket and finding a quiet spot becomes an inviting ritual. With each inhale, we can draw in the crisp air, and with each exhale, we can release the remnants of summer’s heat, creating balance within. In this way, meditation helps us digest not only the fun we had but also the emotions tied to it—joy, nostalgia, and perhaps a hint of melancholy.

Staying warm✌🏽

In conclusion, the cooler nights of fall provide an ideal backdrop for introspection. By engaging in meditation, we can harmonize our experiences, allowing the vibrancy of summer to settle into a deeper understanding of ourselves. As we embrace the change of seasons, let us also embrace the opportunity for inner growth, finding solace in the quiet moments that autumn brings.

We are all enjoying this change🥰

Namastè!

Sitting in Contentment

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Hi!

I have been in a creating mood. I’m ready to see what is out there. I have spent my summer cleaning, moving, organizing, working, and now it’s time to have fun! I’m ready to plan a vacation with my friend and another with my husband. I am enjoying the cool nights and find myself slowing down. Life is showing me that it is yet another season to reflect on the busy of summer, to process the major events, and sit with what I have and enjoy. I love this season! I feel the contentment of my hard work sinking in, I have come soooooo far! I am very proud of myself.

I’m captivated by every sunrise. A new beginning.

I decided to re-introduce my daily mantras routine Monday. I get up each morning and head into the bathroom. After I wash my face, I will look myself in the mirror and say my daily loving mantras. I am feeling the deep truth of my words. I even believe myself. I learned to honor me and be so kind. I am a builder. I will no longer tear myself down from my past. I will only love. Me and everyone. Love is the easiest to share for me. My love language shows up in serving others. I really love to serve. Yesterday, I ran myself into the ground serving. I need to relearn balance and boundaries. This will be my season to honor my boundaries and learn “NO” again. “NO” isn’t unkind. What could that mantra look like?

Do you feel the release of the summer heat? Is there cooler nights where you live? I love summer! I do enjoy the cooling effects of transition time. I used to be so scared of change because I didn’t know what to expect. I mean, my whole life changed from me saying “NO”. Just like that. I can sit and adjust and just be. Life is the coolest experience, and I have so much space to explore but for now, I am good just sitting in contentment. I really love where I am at, but I must keep moving through the seasons. What a life!

Real life peace💝

Namaste!

All pictures by Self-Diagnosed Yogi💖

Whirlwind

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Hi, fellow yogi!

I have been in a whirlwind of life these past few weeks! Whew! Is it over? How are you doing? So, for every good deed, there has been a big fat wrench thrown in last minute. How can one be in control of this twister of shit? Well, I have relinquished control since it’s clear to see I never had any. LOL! I do whatever I can to get me out of my victim mentality and into taking care of what needs to be taken care of and getting back to the grind. I know a good cry session is a very powerful tool, so I won’t hold back on any of that, and I immediately feel 1,000% better. Hmmmm….food for thought.

We are in this whirlwind together. Nourishment is💞❣️

I had to get dental work done last week and my Dr put me on antibiotics. I reluctantly have been taking them and I will be hard at work rebuilding my gut biome right after my last pill. What can appear as “bad” can turn out good. I also have been running myself all over the place when I should be healing and spent all day Saturday tending to me. I even took a nap with no worries of where I have to be next. Listening to myself comes easy when it’s being cozy and lazy. My favorite cold weather activity!

Slowing down and tending to my body’s needs has been my focus this weekend💝

I can feel summer coming to a close. The garden that was once thriving is slowing down. I’m ready to start some fall crops and see my crop well into the fall, maybe even the winter! That would be awesome! I am planning on enjoying the rest of my day continuing my rest fest. My journey has given me so much insight, just being with nature. We are all connected. I got to watch the sun rise, and I did a few sun salutations as the bees buzzed in delight. What a beautiful day ahead of me! I wish you an amazing start!

Namaste!

All pictures by Self Diagnosed Yogi 💖

Self-Diagnosed Yogi

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He, friend!

I have decided to reinvent myself on my blog. Names are so hard and to keep using something that will fit my growth is hard. I feel good about this new name. It suits my mission to share my awakening and my life as a yogi. I am self-diagnosed though so don’t expect crazy poses and unwavering fluidity. I am still learning to move in my skin. Today is different from yesterday and I know my hips might tell a different story today. I will accept where I am today. Ta-Da!

Mondays are usually my day off but I get to watch my grandbaby and that makes me so freaking happy! She is an amazing baby girl and watching her process life is everything! I just want to introduce her to everything fun I know. I cannot wait to grow with her. She is my world! I am enjoying this slow time in my life. I do know it will pick back up come Wednesday but that is another day and today will be peaceful.

My plan is to eventually train to be a yoga teacher and my website is prepared for all the changes. I love sound baths and plan on getting a crystal set and begin offering sound healing opportunities. I cannot wait but those are future, future plans. I just love being creative and jumping on my inclinations. I am terrified of what I am manifesting but it’s getting me out of my comfort and introducing me to new situations and people. I do know there is a reason for the disruption. I am ready to grow!

I enjoyed having breakfast outside this morning with my G-baby. The birds were singing and causing fights. I saw a cardinal attacking the neighbors window. Oh sassy birdies! My G-baby had a lot to say about it too. Well, I have alot to get done while my employer naps so I hope you will enjoy the new look and adjust to my hectic changes while I figure out how this can look. Any suggestions? I am so open!

Namaste!

What’s Crack-a-lacking?

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He, friend!

The tide of troubles is receding. I feel like I’m back in my familiar bubble. What a human experience that this has been, and it’s crazy to believe all of this is in my head. I mean, the facts are the facts, and my experience is basically my reaction to what is. I felt all kinds of things, and all I wanted to do was go back home and find my safety embrace from my husband so I could recharge. I think I tended to my wounds, and now it’s time to get back to my purpose. Not before acknowledging what I learned, though. Let’s get crack-a-lacking!

Practice Patience

I want to start off by saying that I find my patience comes and goes. Somedays I have it and others I don’t. I’m sure deeper delves into my meditations and thought process can unravel some of this, but until then, I will be a bit like Kansas weather, unpredictable. Let’s just say that last week taught me to have patience on a busy life day or lose control. Naturally, I didn’t want to be patient because I had other things to do than to tend to this issue. I mean, what was my option? Pull my hair out and stress about something out of my control? Hell no! I’ll take a side of patience with my peace. Thank you. I guess I can accept change pretty quickly and not feel like I lost. This brings me to my next learning…

Accepting this will be enough to nourish my body❤️

Acceptance

If I could design my life the way I wanted it, I’m about 1,000% sure I’d be dead by now. Yup, me in my teens was pretty reckless. So, there is my point. I don’t believe I have the mind capacity to fully understand that every move I make creates a ripple in the way life happens for all. Even the things we can not see. I have no idea how to protect what I can not see; therefore, I can not be in charge. I accept what is and do my part in making sure we as humans can keep living and loving on earth. I take in so much peace just letting go of control. Brain tingles.

Mantra

This one is very new to me. I mean, I have heard of them and participated in many opportunities to hear people’s daily mantras to themselves. I am in awe of people highly respecting themselves and having these deep, love infested words that I want to steal. I always felt intimidated to size up that mantra. When in yoga, I mind my mat. That means I do not invest time or thoughts in what the person next to me is doing. It’s the teachers cues, me, my mind, body, soul. So, here I am being sized up by wise words. By someone who found who they are. I admire that wisdom. I know that when I start speaking to myself more often in front of the mirror, I cry. I cry because I believe what I am saying, and they are very kind words. I want to represent those words; I hope I do.

Yogi Outro

Everyone knows love lives in the heart. It is felt in the heart the most for me as well as heartbreak. It all makes sense. When I need more love in my heart I like to connect with really red foods. I like to believe it helps and if it doesn’t oh well, I love beets, steak, and raspberries all the same 🙂 Life is crazy and full of surprises. I know Cry Fest 2024 is a continuation and I feel better prepared to weather a storm when I am fully present in myself. I used to carry all of my worries, traumas, fears in my body and buried them deep. I work out my issues as soon as I can. I just don’t want to be back in that headspace. I’m still watching the seeds planted two years ago flourish. This is an amazing life and I’ll take the bad with the good cause there is nothing like living.

Namastè!

All pictures by Lenape Spiritual Yogi Awakened.

Lessons of Unpacking My Sh*t

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Hè!

I had a great sleep last night and woke up full of energy and light on my feet. That is really odd considering I ate way less than I have, ever in my days. Unless I was sick. I am feeling pretty good today. It’s only 5am but who am I to block this productivity? I guess a fast-mimicking cleanse brings good medicine for me. I only have 2 more days to go. I feel the natural flow of cleansing to be rhythmic as it invades my body, space, and mind. Today I will share the lessons of unpacking my shit.

Lesson #1: Clean, Tidy Spaces

We have been upgrading our carpet and with new changes we have to get into the deep corners that are not touched to clean house. This has been wonderful to get rid of things in our bedroom. I have so much space and do not plan on putting something else in its place. It will just be an empty space now. Beautiful and purposeful. I want my bedroom to be a decompression tank for me and my husband. No piles of junk and extra stuff with no home to share my space with. Everything has a home and if it does not. Do I need it? Stay tuned on our upgrades sometime this summer.

Lesson #2: Light Dinner

I am not one to know what a “light” dinner is before Ayurveda came into my life. It took me even a few years after to fully understand what a light dinner does for me. Even cutting a regular meal in half is considered lighter. I am waking up feeling light and energized even more. I feel my body wringing out from all the processed foods and gunk I have exposed myself to. This is exhilarating to say the least! This is my only body and I have goals to live a long time and hug my family.

Lesson #3: Adequate Sleep

For me, I need to be in bed by 9:30 PM. No exceptions! If I want to wake refreshed and full of purpose, then bedtime is important. I spent many, many nights up at 11pm. Shoot, we used to eat dinner around 8 pm! That is crazy to me now! LOL! Me and my husband agree, going to bed early and waking early is a huge part of who we have become. I love getting older with this man! We sync up as we age. I can suggest a good, solid night routine. What are 3 things you absolutely love to do to care for you? I start with a decompressing bath with candles and an amazing book. The warm ambiance sets the tone. I oil myself up with my herby potions and get me a hot nightcap drink going. I will settle in bed with my journal and/or book in my peaceful space.

Lesson #4: Connecting Mind, Body, Soul

I am a sucker for yoga! It gets my mind off its usual role of survival, and I can connect my mind to my body and breath. Seriously, how often do you consider your breath? Do you notice how fast it can be when you are stressed? It’s not fully expressional and short. Imagine breathing like that all the time. You don’t use it, you lose it. I notice as my loved one’s ages their breath becomes shallower. I practice my full yogic breathing daily. That is a deep loving inhale in three parts: chest, diaphragm, and belly. It is a practice and accepting where we are with it now is love. Love yourself and keep going! Whatever the flavor, being mindful to moving the body daily is key to a healthy mindset.

Lesson #5: Community

There are people just like me, that are curious with change. I am attracting people to me just by being me. I love to engage with people and share stories. There are so many groups I become a part of and I am gifted new friendships. I am always busy but most of my time is spent alone. I am changing this and getting involved daily. If I have extra time, I will volunteer and get my face out in public. I notice a lot of the same faces in my community activities. I love being with people and being around the right people is healing for me.

Yogi Outro:

I am finding my space to be less confusing and more welcoming. I have thinned out my bookshelf even and donated some good reads. I love this season because it forces me to look at things I have neglected. Spring cleaning is epic! Last year, in my garden, I didn’t take the time to properly add nutrients back into the soil. My garden paid for my decision and I had a small harvest because of it. Lesson learned! I am just like my garden. If I take my time before growing season to ensure my body is detoxed and ready for work, then I will be MVP. I will be unstoppable with hitting my goals!

Namastè!