Energize Your 2024!

Happy New Year!

I love turning over a new page in the year. Starting fresh with a new set of intentions, hopeful for a year filled with love, growth, abundance and change. I’m not sure why we need to do that on January 1st, but it is a day filled with optimism for what the future holds. I usually spend the first day of January journaling, setting intentions and planning out my year. Breaking my goals into categories of personal, professional, financial, spiritual, and physical, is helpful in personalizing each area of my life.

This year a word kept coming up for me. It seemed like everyday I was being reminded to focus on my ENERGY. It makes sense as everything is made up of energy, and we attract what our energy aligns with. Our lives are a direct reflection of what's going on in our mind, body and soul. Look around you and that will tell you where you are energetically. What I realized is that by focusing on my energy, aligning it with the way I want to FEEL in 2024 and putting ACTION behind all of that, I could create a much better outcome for my year.

So, you might be asking how does one clear up and raise their energy? I asked myself the same thing. I made a list of things in my journal that work for me that I’ll share here:

Clean eating, healthy, organic vegetables, fruit, lean meat Less alcohol (starting with dry January)
Lots of clean water daily
Living authentically

Clear boundaries
Daily exercise
Daily meditation
Grounding (getting my feet in the sand/earth) Living in gratitude

Noticing my thoughts & doing mindset work Speaking my affirmations daily
Journaling
Spending time in nature

Giving and receiving love
Quality time with family
Quality time with people that love, support and inspire me Sharing my gifts freely
Being of service to others
Loving all of myself
Good self care
Taking my supplements daily
Keeping my work/home space clean and clear
Staying away from negative television, social media and people

I know this is a big list and I won't be doing them all daily, but I will be more mindful of all of them. Most of these are core beliefs I already live by that I will try to improve upon as well as remove the things that don't support me. That's step 1, being aware of your ENERGY.

Step 2 is how do I want to FEEL? When I’m doing most of the things on that list my energy is high, I feel happy, peaceful, inspired, excited, optimistic, healthy, on purpose, grateful, abundant, unstoppable, radiant.....to name a few. That vibe you put out when you're feeling good is so magnetic! You know the one I’m talking about!

There are multiple ways I work with my coaching clients on this part but one of them is to utilize guided meditations that I provide them with and use myself. This can help you to conjure up the way you want to feel. You can also conjure up feelings of fear, lack and anger but that's another newsletter. Let me give you an analogy. There are 2 types of rollercoasters in the world, one is on tracks and moves through all the sharp turns, highs, lows, flips, high speeds and makes you feel all of the adrenaline, fear, excitement that goes with that. The second type of coaster is a simulator and you're watching it on a screen in a fairly stationary position, but you still feel all of the adrenaline, fear and excitement because your body doesn't know the difference. We do this exact thing in our lives. Mind blown! So what are you simulating in your life?

Step 3 is ACTION! This is where we create a plan of action for your year. It doesn't happen by accident, friends. That's the good news and the bad news. We actually get to create this amazing beautiful life we live. I’m not saying “perfect” and I’m not saying there won't be challenges but we do get to

decide which path we choose, our energy, how we feel and how much effort we’re willing to put behind it. Picture 2024 where your alignment is in flow and you allow life to deliver so many blessings. Memorize how it feels to be energetically in a higher vibration. Your year will reflect what you are available to receive.

Thank you for giving me a space to share my thoughts and reflections with you. If any of this landed for you and you’d like support in creating a year that is filled with ease, peace, love and abundance, then reach out to me here: cheryl@cheryldavenport.com
We can schedule a complimentary discovery call to see if we’re a good fit.
I would love to work beside you on this grand adventure called LIFE.

Much love and blessings to you all, Xo
Cheryl

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Retreats: https://www.cheryldavenport.com/italy2024

Stay Positive, Unlock Potential, and Achieve Success!

Dear Friends,

Welcome to the Mindset Matters Newsletter! In this edition, we will explore the incredible power of mindset and its significant impact on our lives. Your mindset, the way you perceive and approach the world, can be the key to unlocking your full potential and achieving success in various aspects of life. So, let's dive in and discover the importance of cultivating a positive and growth-oriented mindset.

1. The Power of Belief: Your mindset is shaped by your beliefs, and what you believe about yourself and your abilities can either empower or limit you. Research has shown that individuals with a positive mindset tend to embrace challenges, learn from failure, and persist in the face of adversity. By cultivating a belief in your potential and fostering a growth mindset, you can overcome obstacles and achieve goals you may have once thought were impossible.

2. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Often, we unknowingly hold onto limiting beliefs that hinder our progress. Thoughts like "I'm not smart enough" or "I'll never be successful" can become self-fulfilling prophecies. The good news is that these beliefs can be changed. Start by challenging your negative self-talk, reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth, and surrounding yourself with positive influences. Remember, you have the power to shape your beliefs and create a mindset that propels you forward.

3. Embracing Change: Having a flexible mindset is crucial in a world that is constantly evolving. Embrace change as an opportunity for growth and learning. When faced with new situations, approach them with curiosity and a willingness to adapt. Remember, change often brings new possibilities and can lead to unexpected breakthroughs.

4. Cultivating Resilience: Resilience is the ability to bounce back from setbacks and challenges. A resilient mindset allows you to view failures as temporary and setbacks as learning experiences. Cultivate resilience by practicing self-care, seeking support from others, and maintaining a positive outlook even in difficult times. Remember that setbacks are not the end of the road but opportunities for growth and development.

5. The Power of Positive Thinking: Positive thinking is more than just wishful thoughts; it's a powerful tool for shaping your reality. Optimism and positive self-talk can increase your motivation, enhance problem-solving abilities, and improve overall well-being. Practice gratitude, visualize your goals, and surround yourself with positive influences to foster a mindset that attracts success.

6. Continuous Learning and Growth: A growth mindset thrives on continuous learning and personal development. Embrace challenges, seek new knowledge, and step out of your comfort zone. View failures as stepping stones toward success and never stop expanding your skills and expertise. Remember, the journey of self-improvement is a lifelong process.

In conclusion, your mindset is a powerful force that can shape your life's trajectory. By cultivating a positive, growth-oriented mindset, you can overcome obstacles, embrace change, and unlock your full potential. Believe in yourself, challenge your limiting beliefs, and adopt an optimistic outlook. Remember, mindset matters!

If you would like more information and support with your mindset I'd like to offer you a complimentary call to discover more about you and share how coaching can help!  You can do that by going back to the home page and clicking ‘schedule your discovery call.’ You can also click here: www.cheryldavenport.com 

In gratitude,

Cheryl

Do you ever wake up in a funk, hit the snooze button 2 or 3 times, feel exhausted, stressed or cranky?  Mornings can be a stressful time or they can set the tone for a successful and productive day.  I thought this would be the perfect time to share how I start my day and encourage my clients to do the same.

Having a solid morning practice has helped me to reduce stress, quiets my overactive mind, gives me clarity and has helped me to be more productive with my day.  This past year I took my practice a bit deeper and found that I was able to really focus in on my thoughts and mindset, which in turn affected my feelings, actions and RESULTS! 

There are 5 pillars of self care that I built my morning practice on: physical, social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual. 

Here is what that looks like for me:

1. Meditation- even if it’s just for 10 minutes. You can sit or lie quietly, listen to a guided meditation, do a walking meditation or whatever works for you to quiet your mind. (YouTube has thousands of guided meditations to offer) I love to start my day with a gratitude meditation! Here’s a link to one of my faves: https://youtu.be/VsziJIG3daA

2. Journaling- I use this a couple of ways.  Being mindful about all that you have to be grateful for is a great way to start your day.  Sometimes I just need to do a ‘mind dump’ and purge my thoughts. This is also a space to write down your fears. (I noticed reading back through my journal that most of them were unfounded and never happened. Whew!) Journaling allows you to see how far you’ve come, how you’ve grown and changed or possibly where you still need to do some work. Dreams are born in your journal!

3. Listening- to something positive, educational or motivational. Reading works well here too. I use Audible so I can listen to my books while driving, working out etc.

4. Exercise- that can be in the gym, yoga, pickleball, a hike or dancing. That’s just my go to list but yours can consist of anything that gets your body moving.

5. Mindset work- I have become very aware of my self talk. Negative self talk does not serve us in any positive way. Being aware of your thoughts and words is key. I also use affirmations, positive self talk and a technique referred to as Kylego which I use with my coaching clients.  Thoughts=Feelings=Actions=Results!

The social piece came through spending time with family, friends and clients. I actually get so much fulfillment from coaching and hosting retreats and feel so fortunate to create deep, meaningful  social connections while working. Of course I do have amazing clients which makes it easy!

I hope that you found this information helpful and will consider implementing a few new things into your morning practice! What is your favorite morning practice? Let us know in the comments below.

Also If you feel called to attend one of our Women’s Retreats in Bali this year you can get all of the information and register here: https://www.cheryldavenport.com/retreats

Wishing you a year filled with magic and miracles! 

xo

Cheryl