Harness Your Power: The "List Exercise"

I thought I'd share with you this week a simple, but helpful practice I use on a daily basis.  It keeps me organized, helps me prioritize my work and it also assists me in letting go of my worries.

In the morning as I start my day, I write two lists.  The first list is all the "next steps" I am aware that I could take in reaching my goals and taking care of my responsibilities in my work and personal life.  The second list is a list for "My Project Manager" a.k.a. for God.  It is a list of all the issues, concerns and items that I feel are currently out of my control.  By putting them on paper I am consciously surrendering the worry and declaring to myself that I will be guided and directed in the resolution of each item on this list.

Sometimes I take a third step and write out a prayer.  This is a helpful way for me to express what is in my heart, how I feel about the successes and the challenges in my life and then, it allows me to release the burdens I am feeling.

I've been learning once again that spending time fretting over what is out of my hands only makes me feel sick inside.  When I relax and trust that every seeming issue finds a way to a good resolution, I feel better and keep more of my precious energy.

I wish you a happy, productive and peaceful week ahead.
Give the lists a try and let me know what you think!

With love,
Patricia Omoqui, The Thought Dr.
http://www.patriciaomoqui.com/

Harness Your Power: Give Thanks For Earth Angels

Yesterday I woke up and was sick. I haven't felt that bad physically in years. I give thanks for the experience because I was cared for so nicely by my daughters and my mom (the photo here is my Mother, Gayle Dulcey). Chicken soup, seltzer water for my tummy, and time for rest all helped me to feel better. My daughters kept coming and asking me if I was feeling better. When I couldn't take the questions, they were quiet and just snuggled close to me. I am blessed.

Have you ever noticed just how many Earth Angels show up along your path? I am coming to appreciate these wonderful people who give me kindness.

Take time today to drop an Earth Angel in your life a thank you note or give them a call. By acknowledging these acts of grace, we increase the love in our World.

On another note, I must say that I am blessed with THE BEST MOM in the whole world. We celebrated Mother's Day here in the United States yesterday. As soon as my mom knew how sick I was, she dropped her plans and came to my side. She is the most giving, loving, caring person I've ever met. I am blessed to have her in my life.

I realized yesterday the job of a mother never ends. I'm 35 now and still my mom is caring for me. Of course, I do my best to care for her now too -- but, it struck me that being a mother is a lifetime assignment.

To health and Earth Angels and Mothers,

Patricia Omoqui

http://www.patriciaomoqui.com/