http://bydesign-inc.com/blog life as we know it Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:41:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Instead of asking, "What do I want?" as The Secret and pop culture spirituality says and then "manifesting" it, I believe we are called to look within and as "What stirs my soul?". What am I called to do? As simple as it sounds, we need to look ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/09/02/pop-spirituality/ Have you ever stayed at someone's house and felt completely wanted, coddled and comfortable? The hostess doesn't flit around trying to make everything nice - she is so happy in the simple life she lives and truly enjoys the prospect of having you there - that you feel a ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/07/30/the-simple-hostess/ The most important part of reaching your health/fitness goal is mindset. You have to already know you are there and live the life of the person who has reached the goal. Incorporate those "healthy-goal realized" habits and positive internal speak into your daily life now. Beach Tip: Be ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/06/14/mind-dieting/ Whenever feelings of resentment crop up about someone or some situation - shift your awareness. What aspect of yourself is crying out for attention? Beach tip of the Day: Oldie but goodie. Shuffle your feet when wading and you won't step on sting rays. I felt resentment towards ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/05/29/resentment-awareness/ The phrase "less is more" applies to our inner lives also. Think "less judgement, more openness". It creates a space for miracles in our lives. Beach tip of the day: Instead of bringing the usual cases of bottled water on your beach vacation, try an earth friendly alternative. ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/05/15/less-is-more/ You choose how others treat you. Beach tip of the day: Take the time to watch the rhythm of the different shorebirds walk. Stately herons, darting sanderlings, determined willets, goofy seagulls. All will make you smile! My feelings were hurt yesterday. And all I ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/05/11/hurt-feelings/ The settling of the soul is similar to the feeling a woman has after nesting in a new home and finally sitting down to enjoy the space. Beach tip of the day: Walk the beach at the same time daily. You will realize how it changes dramatically each day. ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/05/09/soul-settling/ Embrace your inner freak, the Universe has a plan that includes him/her. Beach tip of the day: If you can hear thunder, get off the beach. Don't wait until you see lightening. I realized this morning that I no longer balk and hide my inner freak. Instead, I am ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/05/05/embrace-your-inner-freak/ The right people come into your life at exactly the right time. Beach Tip of the Day: Obey the warning flags. [caption id="attachment_85" align="alignnone" width="193" caption="beach safety warning flags"][/caption] The right people come into my life exactly at the right time. I believe that the Universe is caring for ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/05/01/right-people-at-right-time/ Block out a few minutes to go outside and explore nature with childlike enthusiasm. It is sure to refresh and reconnect you to your life. Beach tip of the day: Want the best floatie for the beach? Swimways Recliner Float. Many have been tested by us - these ... http://bydesign-inc.com/blog/2009/04/26/childlike-exploration/