The Power in Pause: Three Key Mindset Shifts I Learned in Ireland

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The Power of Pause: Three Key Mindsets I Learned in Ireland

 

The Power in Pause: There’s something sacred about slowing down and I want to share with you the key mindset shifts I learned while in Ireland recently.

Whether it’s a quiet morning with tea in hand, a solo walk through nature, or simply choosing to unplug for a while – these moments of stillness aren’t just restful. They’re restorative. They bring us back to ourselves.

After taking the time to slow down, reflect, and reconnect, I’m walking away with a few powerful truths. Maybe you’ll recognize them too:

Stillness fuels clarity.
We spend so much time doing, fixing, rushing. But when we stop – even for a moment – something magical happens. The noise quiets. The answers come. When you pause, ideas don’t need to be forced; they find you.

Presence sharpens your power.
You can’t lead – your team, your family, or yourself – if you’re not fully here. Disconnection drains us. But presence? It makes us magnetic. It’s the secret sauce to powerful leadership and authentic connection.

Joy isn’t a luxury – it’s a strategy.
Feeling good isn’t something to squeeze in when everything else is done. Joy is fuel. It raises our energy, lifts our vision, and brings us back to what matters. When we honor joy, we honor our worth.

Alignment doesn’t require a plane ticket.
You don’t need to escape your life to live in alignment. You just need to choose it – with each decision, each boundary, each breath. Alignment is a practice, not a destination.

So today, I invite you to pause. Breathe. Ask yourself:
What would it look like to choose alignment today?
What would it feel like to honor stillness, presence, and joy – just for you?

You don’t need to earn it. You just need to begin.

With pause I feel immense gratitude for you as part of my community. 💚

If you’re looking for more soul food to propel your personal growth and to harness optimal wellness, check out my online Vision workshop.  I think you’ll love it!

Thank you for reading.

With love,

Julie

Spring Clean Your Mind – Reset, Refresh and Renew

Spring Clean Your Mind

After a long winter, we could all use some renewal to awaken our best self.  Practicing mindfulness techniques can help clear the clutter and dust away mental cobwebs.  We do it for our homes and gardens but what about our minds?  As the warmer weather approaches, we’re sharing some tips to refresh, reset and renew; to spring clean your mind and step into the season with more energy and clarity.

1. Clear Out Mental Clutter

Much like sorting through a cluttered closet, it’s essential to assess the thoughts and habits that no longer serve you. Ask yourself:

  • What thought patterns are holding me back?

  • What worries or regrets am I carrying that I no longer need?

  • Where can I shift my focus to bring more positivity into my life?

Try journaling or meditation to bring awareness to mental clutter and let go of unnecessary baggage.  With a clear mind, you’re ready for a refresh.

2. Refresh Your Daily Routine

Winter may have left you feeling sluggish or stuck in a routine that no longer energizes you. Spring is an opportunity to shake things up:

  • Start your mornings with intentional movement like stretching, yoga, or a brisk walk.

  • Nourish yourself with fresh, seasonal foods that boost your energy.

  • Incorporate mindfulness practices into your day, like deep breathing or gratitude reflection.

A small shift in your routine can have a big impact on your mindset and mood.

3. Detox Your Digital Space

We spend so much time online that digital clutter can feel just as overwhelming as physical mess. Try a digital detox to create mental space:

  • Unfollow accounts that don’t uplift you.

  • Limit screen time, especially before bed.

  • Organize your emails and delete old files.

Less digital noise allows more room for real-life connection and clarity.

4. Let Go of Emotional Baggage

Spring cleaning isn’t just about discarding old items—it’s also about emotional release. Take a moment to acknowledge any lingering feelings of resentment, frustration, or sadness. Consider:

  • Writing a letter (even if you don’t send it) to release unspoken emotions.

  • Practicing forgiveness, both for yourself and others.

  • Engaging in self-care rituals that soothe and replenish you, such as a warm bath, massage, or nature walk.

Emotional clarity brings lightness and a sense of renewal.

5. Plant New Seeds for Growth

With a refreshed mind, you can now focus on growth. Just as flowers bloom in spring, you can nurture new habits, ideas, and aspirations:

  • Set one or two meaningful goals for the season ahead.

  • Surround yourself with positive influences who uplift and inspire you.

  • Embrace curiosity—read a new book, take a class, or explore a hobby.

By planting new seeds, you’ll cultivate a mindset that flourishes throughout the year.

A Fresh Start Awaits

Spring cleaning your mind isn’t about perfection; it’s about making space for clarity, peace, and new possibilities. By clearing mental clutter, refreshing your routines, and embracing emotional renewal, you’ll step into the season with a lighter heart and a rejuvenated spirit.

So take a deep breath, welcome the fresh air, and give yourself the mental refresh, reset and renewal you deserve. 🌿

If you want to take a deeper dive and reset your mind join Julies on line Empowered course. This is set at your own pace and includes a one-on-one coaching session with Julie.

More details here: Empowered Program

 

Turning Your Vision into Reality: The Four Essential Elements

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Turning Your Vision into Reality: The Four Essential Elements

Do you believe you are worthy of your heartfelt desires?

Turning your vision into reality requires a commitment to nurturing your dreams and aligning yourself with your deepest desires. Here are the four essential elements that will help you manifest your vision:

  1. Clarity
    The foundation of any successful vision is clarity. Allow yourself to dream without limits, giving yourself full permission to desire what you truly want. The clearer and more specific your vision, the easier it becomes to bring it to life. Clarity helps you focus your energy and attention, creating a detailed mental image of what you want to achieve. The more vivid your vision, the more powerfully you can attract the resources, opportunities, and people needed to manifest it.
  2. Embody It
    Embodying your vision means aligning yourself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually with your desired outcome. Rather than seeing your vision as something distant that you need to chase, view it as an integral part of who you are. Imagine your vision as a movie playing in your mind, where you are the main character living out your dream. This mental rehearsal helps to internalize the vision, making it feel real and attainable. By embodying your vision, you remove the separation between your current reality and your desired future, bridging the gap between thought and manifestation.
  3. Feel It
    Emotions are the fuel that drives manifestation. To accelerate the realization of your vision, immerse yourself in the feelings associated with its fulfillment. Feel the love, joy, gratitude, and excitement as if your dream has already come true. These positive emotions act like fertilizer, nourishing your vision and encouraging it to grow. The more you can cultivate these feelings, the stronger the magnetic pull of your vision becomes, drawing it closer to your reality.
  4. Allow It
    Finally, allow your vision to manifest by stepping out of your own way. Often, doubts, fears, and feelings of unworthiness act as barriers to your success. Acknowledge these blockers, and consciously choose to release them. Affirm your worthiness and repeat positive affirmations such as, “I am worthy of my desires,” and “I release all resistance holding me back from my dreams.” By allowing your vision to unfold without interference, you create a clear path for it to become reality.

Summary

The key to turning your vision into reality lies in these four essential elements: gaining clarity on what you truly want, embodying your vision as an intrinsic part of yourself, cultivating the positive emotions associated with its fulfillment, and allowing it to manifest by removing any self-imposed barriers. When these elements are in harmony, your vision naturally transforms from a dream into reality.

Julie’s VISION online program is available for only $47 CAD, register now and replace your traditional goal setting methods with techniques that actually work!

by Julie Cass

The Positive Change Group

Setting Your Goals at the Best Time of Year

Setting Your Goals

Setting Your Goals at the Best Time of Year

September is one of my favorite months of the year.  It is a transitional period with summer rolling into fall, it means kids are back to school and usually the start of routine.  It is the best time of year to sit down and set your goals or intentions.   This is the most fertile time to manifest your dreams and set your intentions for the year.

Most people feel that the beginning of a calendar year is best to write down goals and set a plan.  But I disagree; September marks the time for new beginnings, new routine and new energy to manifest.

Some Keys to Creating your September Reboot

Take some Quiet Time for Yourself
  • Play relaxing music, grab a cup of tea, get your favorite notebook and some colored pens. Give yourself at least 30-60 min of uninterrupted time.
Grounding Technique
  • Before you begin clear your energy and ground so you can have a clearer headspace.
  • Sit on a chair or the floor with your spine straight, shoulders relaxed and eyes closed.
  • Take a nice big breath in through the nose and out through the nose and with your intention on the exhale, let go of anything that doesn’t serve you. On the inhale bring in new energy and light. Do this for a few breaths until you feel yourself relax and let go.
The Big 5
  • It is important to set goals in the 5 most important areas of our lives. WE are multidimensional beings so just focusing on one area will never bring us inner balance.
  • 5 areas to write goals are: Health, Wealth, Love, Career, and Spiritual Connection.
  • Note: There are more areas we can dive deeper into but for sake of simplicity focus on these 5.
Narrow it Down
  • Focus on your top 3 goals for each area of your life.  Use lots of color, add pictures or drawings if you like.
Action Steps
  • Have your note book or page visible. Look at this each day.
  • Block schedule your calendar with actions/ activities that get you closer to your goals
  • Calendar cleanse – learn to say no to things that do not serve your vision.

 

Happy September Reboot from The Positive Change.