Skip The Resolution This Year

Whether it's January 1st or July 23rd, there's always going to be something we'll want to change or improve about ourselves. If there wasn't, we wouldn't be growing.

Having goals is an essential part of life, but setting (the same) goals year after year and beating ourselves up for not accomplishing them is - I think - a failed strategy.

Let's try something new!

Here is simple mind shift for 2017: This exercise will amplify how balanced you are in life, as well as what's working and what's not:

Circle of Life Exercise 
click to make your circle

Once you've completed the circle, step back observe how you're preforming in each area without guilt or blame. Just observe.

What are you excelling in? What could use a little more work?

Now, let's set the "needs a little work" aside.

How can you experience more of what's working for you?

You know the saying: "how you do anything is how you do everything"? It's something I truly believe in. If you want more of what you have - you need to focus on what's working -so that it can trickle into the other areas of your life. If you're like most of us - you're probably not where you want to be- and that's okay.

What you focus on e   x   p   a   n   d   s   so rather than making a long list of things we need to change, let's start 2017 with a list of things that are working in our favor and make it a goal to do more of that :)

How does that sound?

I challenge you to share this exercise with someone you love and create an accountability buddy out of it! Accountability is definitely something that worked well for me in 2016.

What worked well for you this past year?

The circle of life is something I use regularly with my clients. If you'd like to dive in and create a purposeful 2017, schedule a free session with me and we'll do this exercise together. Gifting free consultations is another "win" on my list :)

For a turbo boost of accountability -- Register for the Let's Play - Mom's Only series! This in-person coaching workshop promises intentional goal setting and tools to help you become the mom you want to be.

In health and love, d.

Moms & Self-Care: Luxury or Mandatory?

I had a fantastic conversation this morning with speaker, author and former Director of Training for Jack Canfield, Robert MacPhee! Take a listen as we discuss the critical role self-care plays in a child's life and ultimately, in their achievement of joy and happiness.

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Robert and I met in Utah while on business training with one of my favorite coaches, Tiffany Peterson. He was one of the presenters and I found myself completely fascinated by his message on raising happy children, something every parent in the room could resonate with. Even more so, I found that his target audience (parents) was right in line with my goals as an influencer, and I could  really get behind his style of training that, simply put, practices mentoring and modeling versus teaching and preaching. This begged the question in my mind; what kind of person do you want your son to model? What kind of mentor do you want to be? It stopped me in my tracks since I'd never thought of it from that perspective... who do I want to be for Zolín? Eager to clarify my role as a mother, mentor, and model, I felt this huge responsibility to share with other parents as well.

So here we are! Robert and I are thrilled to be sharing this awareness with you, the reader and listener. I am grateful for the clarity I've been given and the very intentional path I'm on to raise our son. I wish nothing more than for you to have that, too.

I have to tell you, it's pretty awesome to be 2° of separation from Jack Canfield :) Here's what Jack has to say about Robert's work:

"Robert MacPhee is a talented speaker and facilitator, capable of delivering a wide range of content which can be either supremely practical and action oriented or more deep and spiritual in nature. His presentation style is highly engaging and always humorous and entertaining. His workshops, seminars, and speeches are all powerful and instantly applicable. I have seen over and over again how people instantly resonate with his approach.” – Jack Canfield

To learn more about my work with moms or schedule a complimentary Self-Care Awareness session, contact me or visit www.SanaMenteHealth.com // For more information on Robert's work with - visit ExcellentDecisions.com or watch this short video below.


In health & love,
Daisy De La Cruz

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Life is a Balancing Act

When I began to fall in love with essential oils, Balance was one of the oils that I could really see an emotional shift in, once I stare using it. It smells divine and has so many wonderful properties. The primary benefit is that it supports a sense of whole body relaxation. 

From the trusty doTERRA site:

• Begin your day by putting Balance on the bottom of your feet to promote feelings of calmness and tranquility throughout the day.
• Balance is a great oil blend to use during an AromaTouch® Hand Massage.

The Oil of Self-Acceptance

I have this incredible Emotions & Essential Oils book that explains the healing properties each oil carries. (This book never ceases to amaze me.) Here's what it says about The Oil of Self-Acceptance: #Bergamot

"Bergamot relieves feelings of despair, self-judgement and low self esteem. It supports the individual in need of self-acceptance and self-love. Bergamot invites individuals to see life with more optimism. Bergamot has a cleansing affect on stagnant feelings and limiting belief systems. Because of individuals' core beliefs of being "bad," "unlovable" and "not good enough," they seek to behind behind the facade of cheerfulness. They may fear revealing their true thoughts and feelings. Bergamot's powerful cleansing properties generate movement in the energy system, which in turn, brings hope."

Isn't that lovely? Just what the world needs. Message me to learn more about Essential Oils or RSVP to one of my events: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/essential-oil-basics-tickets-26079019048

In health and love,

Daisy

You + Me, We Can Take on The World

Years ago, I found this in-depth compatibility horoscope between my husband, an Aquarius and I, a Libra. I still find it to be true today and am thrilled at the endless opportunities we have before us. But more importantly- the endless possibilities and values we will pass onto our son (also, a libra).  I wish I knew the source to give credit! If you find yourself in the same compatibility situation, consider yourself lucky and maximize your strengths together. 

To my rock, you inspire me in more ways I can mention; I love living life with you. 

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When Libra and Aquarius join in a love match, their relationship can serve to heighten and strengthen both Signs' consciousness. These two connect on a high mental level; they share a love of art, people and culture; they both abhor restrictive influences in their lives. They are likely to get along well because they have such similar needs and will not require more of one another than they're both willing to give. Both Signs are also very energetic, enthusiastic types; this relationship is not likely to become stagnant.

Both Aquarius and Libra are concerned with the betterment of the world and their fellow people. Aquarius is the most progressive thinker of the Zodiac, and they always have a new idea in the works. Libra is the diplomat of the Zodiac; abhorring conflict of any sort, they are born balancers (hence their Symbol, the Scales). Libra's urge to avoid conflict put together with a love of intellectual freedom can lead them to be somewhat indecisive at times; when this happens, more decisive Aquarius can step in and help Libra figure out which direction to turn. Libra can return the favor by smoothing Aquarius's occasionally ruffled feathers that result from the Water Bearer's idealistic thinking sometimes crashing down in the face of reality. 

Libra is ruled by the Planet Venus (Love) and Aquarius is ruled by the Planets Uranus (Rebellion) and Saturn (Karma). This combination of influences can be an interesting and productive one; Libra and Aquarius should certainly take on other projects together than simply their love relationship, because they can make great things happen using their hearts, their urge for progress and their consciousness of the greater good. These two are an extraordinary duo for standing up for social justice or radical change in the community.

Both Libra and Aquarius are Air Signs. They have strong intellectual bonds to one another and constantly stimulate one another's ideas and communication styles and skills. Again, their ability to work together makes it obvious that these two Signs must take on larger projects in their life together -- they should concern themselves with the greater good. Libra can bring a certain balance to any undertaking that almost no other Sign is able to achieve. Aquarius and Libra together will also have many stimulating intellectual discussions about their interests and pursuits. 

Libra is a Cardinal Sign and Aquarius is a Fixed Sign. Libra sets things into motion but may have trouble finishing them, which is what makes Aquarius's determined influence so positive: The Water Bearer has a great deal of follow-through and can take Libra's ideas and run with them to the end. These two work especially well together as they tend not to argue about who does what, who takes credit and who works behind the scenes versus out in the spotlight. 

What's the best aspect of the Libra-Aquarius relationship? Their ability to work together as a team. Together they can learn much more than either Sign would alone. Their accomplishments and love of socializing and new projects make theirs a highly successful relationship.

Love Is About Appreciation

If you love a flower, don’t pick it up. Because if you pick it up it dies and it ceases to be what you love. So if you love a flower, let it be. Love is not about possession. Love is about appreciation.- Osho