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Mindful Living

Why New Year’s Resolutions don’t work: how to find your word for the new year

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December 23, 2019/10 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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10 essential life lessons this decade has taught me

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December 13, 2019/13 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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No mud no lotus: simple mindfulness wisdom when things are tough

No mud, no lotus. Simple mindfulness wisdom when things are tough
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April 24, 2019/2 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Mindful Living

How to be happy in the New Year: Keep a Gratitude Jar

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February 4, 2019/4 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Mindful Living

Self-care: my word for 2019

self-care, the word to guide me in 2019
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January 29, 2019/0 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Mindful Living, Writing for Wellbeing

Setting new goals: why you need to focus on the seeds you plant today

plant the seeds to reach your goals
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October 3, 2018/3 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Mindful Living

Sound Bowl Balancing explained: why it’s good for your Soul

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March 7, 2018/4 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Mindful Living, Yoga & Meditation

Why Meditation will make you a better Writer

The daily ritual of Mindfulness Meditation
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February 28, 2018/3 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Mindful Living, Writing Advice

5 reasons why journaling will make you a better writer

5 reasons why journaling will make you a better writer - Write Your Journey
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February 13, 2018/5 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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Lifestyle, Mindful Living

My morning routine and why it’s important to have one

Morning Routine, sunrise
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January 16, 2018/0 Comments/by Kerstin Pilz
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I am a published author and former academic with 20 years university teaching experience. I discovered the healing power of writing when I went through a difficult time. Writing was my anchor and allowed me to write a new chapter for myself. I am here to inspire you to bond with your inner writer so that it can lead you on a journey of creative self-exploration and healing.  Read more …

 

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  • Why New Year’s Resolutions don’t work: how to find your word for the new year December 23, 2019
  • 10 essential life lessons this decade has taught me December 13, 2019

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Will you join me for this month’s free Zoom writing session? ✍️ . This will be the 5th zoom writing meeting since the pandemic disrupted all our lives and each one I’ve seen more and more of you, my wonderful writing community, come in and open yourself up to the healing and transformative power of writing. It’s such a joy to share this supportive and inspiring space with you! . There will only be two more free sessions after this one, so do take advantage and get some writing done and, most importantly, make time for an hour of precious self-care! . You’ll find the zoom meeting details in this month’s newsletter, which I sent yesterday - sign up now to get access through the link in my bio! . #writinggroup #writingcommunityofinstagram #writinginspiration #writeaday #writerswrite #writenow #powerofwords #yourwords #writersofinstagram #writeyourstory #writeyourjourney

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Had to share this quote today. We are using it today on day two of my free 7-Day Writing & Meditation course and it happens to resonate with how I felt about going on stage and delivering my TED talk. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I sure was vulnerable telling my story to an audience I couldn't even see. And this morning I felt how Brene Brown felt after her first TED talk "The Power of Vulnerability" at TEDx Houston. I had a vulnerability hangover.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But it only lasted a minute, or maybe 60. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am grateful to Brene Brown for paving the way for all of us to own our vulnerability. I might feel differently about this once the talk is actually up on YouTube and ready for public viewing. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But today I had to remind myself that vulnerability really is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ How do you deal with vulnerability? Join me in the comments. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #gratitude #happiness #selflove #brenebrown #tedtalk #tedxtownsville #townsvillewomen #noticewonderconnect #timeonmyhands #consciouscreativity #creativelifehappylife #forgeyourownpath #wholeheartedliving #theslowcollective #alifeofintention #seeksimplicity #mindfulness #calm #innerpeace #zen #innercalm #happy #wellness #goals #instaselfcare #instaselflove #wholeheartedliving #vulnerability #inhershoes2020 #writeyourjourney

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I did it! Stepping into that red circle was one of the scariest moments of my life, but also one of the most empowering!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My knees were shaking and I couldn't see the audience because at TEDx Townsville that red circle wasn't an actual carpet but a red light that shone from above. In order to avoid us all looking like we'd dyed our hair pink, a white light needed to be shone from the front. This meant that I had to deliver my 15-minute speech looking at a bright white light unable to see the audience. I had no idea how many people were staring back at me as I shared a very personal story about my life. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ "The truly brave are those who allow themselves to be vulnerable," was one of the things I shared. As I said those words, I felt more vulnerable than I ever have, and yet speaking my own truth and sharing my idea about the healing power of writing was also one of the most empowering things I've ever done.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ How did I deal with not being able to see or connect with the audience? And how did I deal with the stress of being the last speaker? Join me this week for a FB live session. I learned so much from this experiences, it deserves a live session.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I still don't know how I did it, but I managed to get through it without looking at my palm cards and without a single blunder. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Spending the last hour before it was my turn to walk on stage in meditation sure helped. Thanks to my TED sister Peace Mitchell co-founder of @ausmumpreneur for reminding me how the Dalai Lama would prepare before he goes on stage. Connected to the breath. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I learned what I already knew: believe in yourself. Own your voice, speak your truth and share your story. We all have a story to tell. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thanks to Kylie from @leadloveleap for capturing this moment.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💛 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💛 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💛 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #tedxtownsville #tedtalks #ted #believeinyourself

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With all the excitement around my upcoming TedX Talk here in Australia, I’ve hardly shared anything about our last 7 day writing course of 2020. . This will be the last course we run this year that is totally free so if you’ve been wondering about our courses and want to try your hand at writing, then this is your chance! . We start in less than one week, on Monday 19 October, and here is what you’ll receive: • daily writing prompts • daily mini-lessons on writing • daily guided singing bowl meditations • 7x live Zoom meetings with me and the other course attendees • a supportive private Facebook Group . Discover the healing power of writing and experience the joy of creative self expression with us! . Find out more and sign up using the link in my bio! . . . #writingcommunity #writingprompt #writingtip #writershelpingwriters #writeyourjourney #writinggoals #writinglife #creativewriting #writeeveryday #writingchallenge
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