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Breathe With Power Jul 02, 2020

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Our breath isn't just our life force—it can be an act of resistance. Today we're using breathwork to honor the power and strength in ourselves and offer compassion with every inhale and exhale.
Takeaways:
1- Our breath is a pathway to our nervous system, mental health, and so much more.
2- Breathing can also be an act of resistance in a world where livelihoods are threatened.
3- Breathe deeply and remind yourself that you deserve the gift of being alive.
Daily Mantra: My breath is my gift and I deserve it.
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Honoring BIPOC Mental Health Month Jul 01, 2020

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Today marks the start of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Mental Health Month. So we’re talking with therapist Dr. Racine Henry (@sankofatherapynyc) about the importance of shattering the stigma around asking for help. Then, a meditation to check in with yourself and set an intention to be more open in your own mental health journey, because change starts with us.
Takeaways:
1- BIPOC Mental Health Month recognizes the unique struggles that minority groups face when it comes to care and treatment for their mental health.
2- Part of the reason why? A cultural stigma around asking for help.
3- Remember: Asking for help is powerful. And you deserve to get the support you need.
Daily Mantra: I'm worthy of caring for my mental health.
Shine’s Guide to BIPOC Mental Health Month: https://bit.ly/3dLgztw
This July, we're donating 20% of proceeds from Shine Premium memberships and gift cards purchased on our website to four non-profit organizations that are supporting the mental health of BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ communities. Support by signing up at shinetext.com/july

Tap Into Your Cared For Self Jun 30, 2020

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There's power in our lived experiences—including how we've taken care of ourselves in the past. Today, tap into what your most cared for self looks like and use it as motivation for new goals, habits, and everyday nurturing.
Takeaways:
1- Our lives naturally ebb and flow in so many ways, and that can include how we take care of ourselves.
2- Ask yourself when you felt like your most cared for self, and dig into every detail that comes with who that self was.
3- As you reflect, notice the practices you can recreate in your present to get back to that place.
Daily Mantra: Past care can become present care.

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Make Time To Reflect & Process Jun 29, 2020

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Each week we experience feelings and events that affect us. But how much time do we give ourselves to process it all? Today, we're slowing down and taking time to reflect (grab that journal if it’s helpful!).
Takeaways:
1- Every day we experience things that affect us in some way.
2- Taking time to process how we feel helps us recognize our needs, show up for ourselves, and cope.
3- Make time & space to process all you to take in today. Pause, reflect, and be honest about how you feel.
Daily Mantra: I deserve time to process.

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Don't Forget Joy Jun 26, 2020

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We may write off our joy as frivolous in a time when so much important work is happening. But today's meditation is here to remind you that your joy is integral to your wellbeing and resilience through stress.
Takeaways:
1- It can be easy to write off joy as frivolous given the state of the world.
2- But joy is integral to wellbeing and resilience in the face of stress.
3- Connect with your joy through breathwork and remind yourself that you have everything you need to feel happiness inside of you.
Daily Mantra: My joy is part of my wellbeing.

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Avoid The Stress Set-Up Jun 25, 2020

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We can fall into the trap of setting up our day for stress without realizing it. Today, work on shifting your mindset towards positivity so you can not just avoid stress, but feel more motivated than ever.
Takeaways:
1- Our outlook for the day matters—just thinking it may be stressful can cause us to feel negatively.
2- Using the power of perspective, choose to set yourself up with positivity.
3- Notice the good in what's around you, and try to think of something you're grateful for.
Daily Mantra: I have power over my perspective
4 sneaky ways that anticipating stress is actually set you up to experience stress: https://bit.ly/2TZIDSQ
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Notice Your ‘Iceberg Beliefs’ Jun 24, 2020

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“Iceberg beliefs” are those nagging thoughts that make us think we aren’t capable of going after what we want—and we all carry them. Today's meditation will help you set aside those self-limiting beliefs and imagine a more capable you.
Takeaways:
1- We all carry iceberg beliefs: those nagging, negative thoughts that hold us back.
2- When we notice the ways they block us, we can figure out how to get around.
3- When “I can’t…” comes up, reframe it by asking yourself “How would I…?”
Daily Mantra: I can choose to believe in myself.

How to Stop Letting 'Iceberg Beliefs' Rock Your Confidence: https://bit.ly/2YsbJgo
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Get Comfortable with Discomfort Jun 23, 2020

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The movements of change around the world are showing us how much power we have in holding each other, and ourselves, accountable. But that accountability can come with uncomfortable emotions. Today's meditation is a practice in getting vulnerable with ourselves and showing compassion in the face of shame.
Takeaways:
1- Making our world a better place means holding ourselves accountable.
2- Accountability = vulnerability. And sitting with those feelings only makes us stronger.
3- Notice when shame or discomfort come up, and get curious without needing to "fix" your feelings.
Daily Mantra: By facing discomfort, I become stronger.

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Ground Yourself With Truths Jun 22, 2020

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Life is full of things outside of our control but knowing that doesn't always make it easier to embrace. Today, Tiffany guides you through an exercise to feel more grounded and set an intention to guide you through this week (grab that journal if it’s helpful!).
Takeaways:
1- There are many things outside of our control, but we have the power to find balance and calm when we need to.
2- When faced with the unknown, ground yourself in your own personal truths.
3- Let what you know to be true be your guide and direction. And channel your power with an intention to help you manage your day.
Daily Mantra: I can ground myself in what I know to be true.

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Care For Your Community Jun 19, 2020

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Taking care of ourselves is important, but offering care to our community is just as beneficial. Today's meditation helps you pinpoint the ways you can show others that you care and feel its positive impact.
Takeaways:
1- Community care means getting to know the world around you and showing others that you care.
2- Think of acts you can do to support the people in your life: grocery runs, childcare, even just saying hello to those in your neighborhood.
3- Reflect on how you want to show care and set that intention for your day. But don't forget to care for yourself first.
Daily Mantra: I care for others as well as myself.
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