Express Yourself! Why Bother?

by | Feb 24, 2020 | Being Human

Express yourself! Express Yourself? Why bother? What’s the value to your life to express yourself? I’m happy to be the messenger on this topic.
Since your arrival on the scene of life, you’ve been told how to be, how to act, what’s right, what’s wrong, how to be, been told you’re too much, not enough, you name it, and you’ve been subtlety or not so subtlety influenced by all of these ‘add-ons.’ All well meaning but it does tend to influence how we show up in the world as well as question, “Who am I under all of this influence and what’s authentic to me?”
That’s why it’s so valuable to your life to express yourself. When you express yourself, with absolute freedom and permission, you get the opportunity to shed layers upon layers of ‘add-ons’ to see just who is under all those judgements. Under all those concepts of can and can’t, right and wrong, you will discover YOU. Yes, that’s right. YOU and what’s unique to you. Not only does it feel great, you get the opportunity to discover more of who you truly are. This newly discovered peaceful freedom shows up in every area of your life.
I’d love to support you in exploring and discovering! Here’s a few tips to support you in saying YES when you want to express yourself, at work, at play, in your relationships, in your manner of dress, in following your inspirations, etcetera:
1.    Set aside some time to create with no goal in mind. Explore. Be adventurous.
2.    Respond to what occurs to you. Don’t negate the smallest nudge.
3.    Give yourself permission to follow the smallest nudge.
4.    Give up control and learn to let go of any expectations.
5.    Give up meaning and whys. Put your attention on the freedom and potential in life.
6.    100% Freedom is your birthright. Enjoy it!
The energy of creativity is benevolent. It supports you in living authentically and in harmony with yourself.
Now go out there and make your_____________________.
Sending smiles,
Cherie

Love Love Love

by | Feb 10, 2020 | Being Human, Love

In day-to-day life, loving, doesn’t seem like the easiest ride at the amusement park. In real life, there appears to be legitimate reasons to break connection. The connection breaker can be validated and commiserated. We can make differences the problem and build a life from them.
If we look at the universal nature of human beings, we are all in the same boat together!
1.    They have their ‘what matters most to me list’. You have your ‘what matters most to me list’. The content rarely matches.
2.    What’s obvious to them is not obvious to you. What’s obvious to you is not obvious to them. The content rarely matches.
3.    Where their mind goes, their life follows. Where your mind goes, your life follows. The content rarely matches.
4.    They see life uniquely through their eyes. You see life uniquely through your eyes. The content rarely matches.
5.    People do what makes sense to them in the moment. You do what makes sense to you in the moment. The content rarely matches.
Hopefully, by gaining understanding on how we’re all doing the same things in different ways, we can gain some spaciousness around times when differences look like deal breakers. Since we all possess the ability for fresh ideas, curiosity can replace reactivity and we find fresh places to connect. And we all want to feel connected.
Love, love, love……
It’s not always easy, but it’s the best game in town.
Sending smiles,
Cherie
PS. I would love to hear your thoughts on this! Let’s connect.

Following the Inspirations that Come

by | Jan 17, 2020 | Conversations, Inspiration

Following the Inspirations that Come
Dear cheryl,
Following inspiration is captivating me at the beginning of this new year. It occurs to me that inspiration is an invitation from the Intelligence behind all life to explore beyond the known. Inspiration is something that comes like a spark from within me. For me, inspiration has a very fresh feeling and carries a lilt of lightness. Maybe even a feeling of enthusiasm. What’s it feel like for you? I’d love to know.
So, with curiosity on board, I’m letting inspiration lead the way. The inspiration said go to the state park, 70 miles from my house, super early and look at the year ahead. As the inspiration started moving, I watched both the spark and the objections that were coming up, almost simultaneously. In my unwritten pledge to follow inspirations, I dismissed all of the very reasonable and credible objections that my mind had to offer. 
I had my marching orders. Time to follow. I packed the papers off the top of my desk, my bicycle, my lunch, my favorite pink pen, and some blank journals. I loaded the car and took off before sunrise.
I arrived at the park so early that it was too cold and damp to be outside so my car became my workspace for exploring what I wanted to play with this year. As I sat in the passenger seat of my car, I was taken aback with the quiet and beauty that I was sitting in. Almost immediately, I found myself asking, why would I resist experiencing this? It was a very rich feeling.
Loads of ideas poured out covering the dashboard. Before I knew it 4 hours has passed. What awoke me to the time was my stomach growling. I couldn’t understand why because, in my mind, I had just eaten!
Following this inspiration has been a delightful experience. Not for the fruit it bore but for the full, rich feeling that filled me.
Insights from following inspiration;
1.    Disregard the mind’s suggested outcome. It’s not possible to know the outcome of what hasn’t happened.
2.    Inspiration comes with a feeling of possibility, lightness, enthusiasm.
3.    Feasibility is a buzz kill that comes with a very different feeling.
4.    When inspirations are followed, you can’t imagine why you would hesitate.
This month I hosted a webinar on letting inspiration lead the way in 2020. I’ve included the link below, if you’d like to watch it. Please share it with someone you feel might benefit from listening.
I encourage you to open your heart and mind to fresh inspiration. It’s life’s natural invitation to expand and explore life.
Here’s to living life feeling inspired!
Cherie

Living Inspired, Naturally!

by | Dec 31, 2019 | Conversations, Transitions

Here we are at the end of 2019! Can you believe it? I wanted to take this opportunity to wish you a very Happy New Year! We’re not only starting a new year, we’re beginning a new decade. How exciting is that?
How do you want to live in 2020 and the years that follow? Letting INSPIRATION lead the way has been on the top of my dashboard lately. I’ve noticed that when I follow my natural inspiration the ride of life is expansive and full of aliveness, when I don’t, I feel flat and stuck. It’s helpful for me to understand what gets in the way of me following.
I’m inspired to have a free community webinar on this topic on January 2nd at noon CST. I’d love for you to join me in celebrating the beginning of a new year and exploring INSPIRATION. The information for joining the webinar is below. Please share the webinar information with anyone who might benefit from the conversation.
Thank you for the opportunity to share and grow together.
Wishing you a very happy new year filled with joy, love, and enthusiasm for life!
Cherie

Nearsighted, Farsighted, Hindsighted: Giving Thanks

by | Dec 9, 2019 | Inspiration

It’s almost Thanksgiving! Can you believe it? It’s the season to put on your gratitude glasses and see all that’s in front of you to be appreciated.
Whether you’re nearsighted, farsighted, or hind-sighted, it’s an opportunity to get in the moment and give thanks.
I would like to thank you for allowing me the opportunity to show up in your inbox, for coming to the studio for workshops, and for trusting me in supporting your understanding on how rich life can be. I appreciate it more than these words can express.
May all your meals be tasty, your travels be easy, and your connections be rich.
Happy Thanksgiving!
With a full heart,
Cherie