Women’s Mastermind SeriesLevel 1 Session 3with Cynthia James

CHECK IN

• Name

• How was your week?

• Getting Real

• Exploring Boxes

SELF-CARE

• How often do I put others’ needs before mine?

• What could I do to actually nurture and support myself?

• What are the three “non-negotiables” for self-care that carry forward?

SELF-CARE QUIZI schedule time on my calendar for self-care. 1 2 3 4 5

I am conscious of and practice good eating and

exercise habits.1 2 3 4 5

I take time for a spiritual practice that supports me. 1 2 3 4 5

I make time every day to work on creating my

dreams.1 2 3 4 5

I get good rest and “me” time. 1 2 3 4 5

I say “no” to others if I am exhausted. 1 2 3 4 5

I feel no guilt about putting me first. 1 2 3 4 5

HOW DID YOU RATE ON SELF-CARE?

• 30-35 – You are doing well with your self-care.

• 24-29 – Pretty good, but it might be time to reassess your self-care.

• 18-23 – You are putting others before yourself; is that what you want?

• Below 18 – Stop! Make a change in favor of you.

DEFINITION

dis·trac·tion (noun)

1. a thing that prevents someone from giving full attention to something else. "the company found passenger travel a distraction from the main business of moving freight"

2. extreme agitation of the mind or emotions

Synonyms: DIVERSION, INTERRUPTION HINDRANCE

ARE YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO BE?

• TWO MAJOR REASONS WHY NOT:

• You are lacking focus because you are distracted

• Stress is consuming your time and energy

MANAGING STRESS• Look closely at how y.ou are

coping with stress

• Accept that there are some things you cannot control.

• Before you agree to do something, consider whether you can really do it. It's OK to say "no" to requests that will add more stress to your life.

• Stay connected with people you love.

• Make it a point to relax every day. You could read a book, listen to music, meditate, pray, do yoga, or tai chi, journal, or reflect on what is good in your life.

• Be active! You'll burn off some of your stress and be better prepared to handle problems.

THE MARKERS OF HEALTHY AGING

Eyesight

Memory

Movement

NURTURING MAINTENANCE LIST• Give thanks.

• Make at least two commitments to yourself a week.

• Acknowledge yourself.

• Write a letter.

• Take a hot bath.

• Open the curtains.

• Walk outside.

• Make a gratitude list.

• Write a love letter to yourself.

• Ask your heart what to do.

• Pamper yourself. Light candles. Burn incense. Play beautiful music.

• Breathe.

• Talk to someone you trust.

• Journal.

• Ask for guidance.

HOMEWORK

• Full Expression

• Who would I be if there were no boxes?

• How would I express?

• What kind of people would be in my life?

• How would I show up in relationships?

• How would I show up in work environments?

• How would it feel to use my authentic voice?

• The MasterMind Plan

• What 3 steps must I take to move in the direction of my dreams?

• What do I need to stay engaged and accountable?

• What healthy rewards can I establish to honor my expansion?

BLESSINGS FOR YOUR WEEK!