John Moran’s Post

It’s time for change. let’s start this week with one simple act of self-care that will honour you. What is one thing you would love to do you want to do for a long time you haven’t been able to? I’m not talking running a marathon or saying no to that bossy person in your life. Those are very big things. One Little thing, buy yourself a flower, treat yourself to a cup of tea. One thing can be the start you need. Let hear from you. what’s one thing that you’re going to do to start your week off with a simple act of self-care, just for you?

the most important part of the day is to start in a way that feels right to you -/ not how people around you think is right (5 am club, etc.) -/ not as recommended by others it can be any time or any morning routine. it doesn't work if you're upset with yourself, thinking “i did something wrong” whether you start with coffee and reading, or scrolling through social media, i think if that's what you want to do, it’s fine. if you feel frustrated afterward, it won’t bring peace to your day. change it so just imagine your ideal morning the evening before. it doesn’t have to include a lot of things. and just follow the plan :)

I don't think holding grudges is the best way to describe what I'm talking about, but it's still something you should NOT do to be better than me. Something that I used to do more frequently was complain in private and waste my time and/or money on subpar experiences. I've wasted so much time and money on things I saw online or found on Google maps that either looked really interesting or was very highly rated online, only for me to get there and have a horrible time. Nothing is perfect in life and yes, I do realize it's not all gumdrops and rainbows over here in VA, but there was a period of time when I just kept getting disappointed. Whether it be a restaurant, an event, or a product, everything seemed to be below my standards or not as advertised. Thus, I got into a nasty habit of taking disrespect, sticking it out through a horrible experience, wasting my time, and complaining to friends and family from the safety of my car. I thought complaining was helping me feel better and used it as a way to self-soothe the more crappier experiences I've had over the years and I never brought it to the attention of the one who could actually do anything to rectify the situation. I know now that there are several better options I can take to save both my time and my money when things like this happen. For example, if it's a bad food experience, I can immediately display my dissatisfaction and either request an exchange or a refund or comment to management about my overall experience. If it's a free event and the vibes are off, I can just leave right away. If it's something I paid for, I can try to return it and get my money back immediately. If it's an event I paid money to get into, I can feel the vibes for a bit and decide if I want to stick it out with a better attitude or leave and ask for a refund and provide feedback to the organizer. These are all super simple strategies to take back your time, money, and control of the situation. Not only does it help your sanity, but it helps keep people accountable to either delivering on what they advertise, or it helps them to improve for next time. So today I challenge YOU to be BETTER than ME and speak up and take action for yourself a little more and stop grumbling under your breath and holding grudges because that's not helping anyone. Remember, DON'T be ME, be BETTER! *And yes, I know I messed up the wording on the thumbnail. What to don't with Denisu. https://lnkd.in/e3MGpJZs

Every morning, your reflection gives you a choice: 🌅 To show up as you are or step up as who you want to be. Your presence is more than just what you wear—it’s the energy you bring and the confidence you project. 💖💫 Here’s a mantra I live by: 🔹 Look good, feel good, do good. ✨👗 Every day is a fresh start. How will you show up today? Let’s make every look, every gesture, and every interaction count! 💥💬 What’s your morning ritual to feel confident and ready to take on the day? Share it below, I’d love to know! 👇💡

True glow comes from 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧. Here’s what it really means:👇 1) 𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐛. Notice what’s happening around you, but don’t let it weigh you down. 2) 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝. It’s okay to want things, just don’t let those wants control you. 3) 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐝𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥. Allow yourself to feel emotions, but don’t get stuck in them. 4) 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭. Give from the heart without worrying about what you’ll get in return. 5) 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐭. Share your thoughts, but be kind in how you say them. Hope you are enjoying your weekend.😊 𝐏.𝐒 Do your family often delay tasks until the weekend to finish them on Sunday?😂

Sunday scaries? There’s got to be a better way to lead ourselves through it. If you’re bold enough to try this… Let me know how it goes. If you want to try it together DM me. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rather than push it away, ignore it, act like it isn’t there…let’s get near it. How does it show up in you - in your body? Feelings? Images? Stories? What’s it (Sunday scaries) want for you? What’s it’s function? Positive intent? Protecting you from? What is it afraid would happen if it didn’t appear each week? How long has it been active like this for you? It must be tired. Rather than vilify it let’s embrace it. Let it know it’s ok that it’s there it has every right to. Ask what it may need from us. Listen to it. Be curious and compassionate towards it and maybe just maybe it won’t be so bad as we head into the start of a new week.

3 minute read on the words you speak, your needs and limiting yourself  in my upcoming Monday newsletter. Sign up to my Happy Life newsletter that help you to stay true to yourself and live your best, most authentic life: https://lnkd.in/e7teHJYA

Right connection, wrong time ? Yes! I experienced that! Two years ago I was very close to making my first six figures than I have ever been but all that went down with just one simple wrong act. It's one thing to network and it's another thing to connect. When you network, you basically introduce yourself, what you do and if you're lucky, you exchange contacts and cards. The chances of the bigger person remembering you next time are very low. On the other hand, connecting is an art, you do it intentionally, you register your existence on earth into the mind of someone and with time, trust is built. They get to know you and your capabilities, you get to know them and learn from them. This way, it becomes easier to place yourself where you want to be in that network. It becomes easier to pitch yourself, easier to communicate your ideas to this individual and to get their critic. Connecting is a process and most of us fumble somewhere in between that process and forfeit our chances of a blessing in disguise. Soon, I will share a story of how I fumbled my first six figure opportunity. Right connection, wrong time? What are your thoughts ? Has it ever happened to you? Do have a lovely week ahead, remember to connect INTENTIONALLY. HAPPY MONDAY! JADE.

Do you want to appreciate the time you got or remember to spend it wiser? Here’s a method I use to do that: - Close your eyes and take some deep breaths - Picture yourself in the very last part of your life. You’re worn out, no more energy and taking your last breaths. - Think back of all the things you’ve done. The people you meet. The places you went and experiences you’ve had. - Now think of all your regrets. There were so many plans that you missed. Places you didn’t go. Words you were too late to tell people and opportunities that you didn’t take. And now it’s too late. - open your eyes. Whatever popped up in your mind when thinking about regrets, congratulations you still got time to do it. We can only waste time when we have it. This helps me as reminder to focus on the things that matter. Happy Monday y’all