I sent the better part of a day this week attending a Women in Business conference hosted by my client. At first I was dragging my feet - work is so busy I didn't think this would be a good use of my time. Luckily I was proven wrong. There were some amazing speakers and I left feeling completely energized and empowered by what we as women are capable of accomplishing.
Clearly a lot of the messages about finding balance, being strong in the face of a challenge, etc. struck a chord for me both personally and professionally. One woman in particular taught me something that I have now shared with the kids. It's a little trick to help build up your positive energy whenever you feel like you need a boost. Fair warning that you're going to feel like an idiot but I swear it works.
-Take your hands and put them in front of you palms facing your chest.
-Then bend over to your toes and slowly roll your hand up your body (think about the motion you use for "Wheels on the Bus" - same thing.
-Finally, shoot your arms over your head, strike a silly pose and yell out your personal mantra - "Super Star!" "I'm Awesome!" "I Rule!" whatever it is that strikes your fancy.
I dare you to try this by yourself or with your kids and not smile. It's silly, it's funny and somehow it makes you feel a little bit better about yourself.
We're also spending 5 minutes in front of the mirror naming things we like about ourselves - "I like my hair." "I like my shirt." "I like my eyes." The world has so much ugly in it I want my children to always remember to like themselves. And if you haven't seen Jessica's Daily Affirmation video I encourage you to take a look - it's a powerful reminder of the power of liking YOU!
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