These two themes continue to be presented to me this year:

1. There has never been a time such as this.

2. Everything is beneficial, yet not permissible.

Read these two ideas again. Get out your journal and write what comes up for you for each of the ideas. To each of us these ideas could mean something different based on our own unique desires, season of life, and our past experiences. Let’s break this down a little…

1.    Desires: What you truly want. Know that if you have not adequately given yourself the time and space to discern what is it you truly desire, you most likely are not tapped into your deepest desires. You are going after something because of your external environment, or because you are looking to please or be approved by others. Take the time to figure out your desires my beautiful friend, it will change things for you!

2.    Season of Life: As we move through life, we move through seasons where there is a natural letting go of the old and bringing in of new life. Focus in on the letting go part of this, because if we keep adding and adding on things in life it will become too overwhelming. Our focuses and needs should change over time, allow this to happen!

3.    Past Experiences: This is where you may just be holding yourself back. We all have a set of beliefs that we have build over time based on our conditioning, experiences, societal pressures, and small or large traumas. These beliefs begin to shape our choices, and often they are shaping our lives through our subconscious, and we are unaware. Start noticing your beliefs, because the most beautiful thing about beliefs is that they can be the ultimate catalyst for change. For each belief you uncover, ask yourself: Do I want to hold, challenge, or change this belief?

Now, back to the two ideas. Here’s a snapshot of what they mean to me:

1. There has never been a time such as this.

I am being called to elevate even high and lift other up to do the same. I am deepening my belief that being the one to show the world how great life can be is the catalyst to healing the world.

2. Everything is beneficial, yet not permissible.

I can be good at almost anything I do. However, not all good things are God things. Going for all the good things in life keep me from going for the great things that I am being called to do in this season of my life.

Lastly, did you like learning this today? Consider joining us in Flow Academy when enrollment opens in September, we talk about these principles and more!

Sending you so much light and love,

Carmen

Resistance.
Uncertainty.
Feeling Stuck.

Whatever you want to call it, it’s uncomfortable. This is what I have been sitting with over the last month. I’ve been in a state of curiosity and asking God, what do you have for me today? Where do you want me to go, what do you want me to do, what do you want me to say and to whom? Guess what I got back in return, nothing. So back to…

Resistance.
Uncertainty.
Feeling Stuck.

Have you ever felt this way? I know I have multiple times, however, this something was different this time. This time allowed for the resistance, I pushed into the uncertainty, and I kept asking, listening, and believing that my next level calling (think of your calling like your life’s assignment) and a vision for my life would come and it would be even more beautiful, impactful, and inspiring than I had ever dreamed! And I continued to do the work that I have been doing, I continued to take care of myself, I continued to nurture my most important relationships, and I continued to be dedicated to being the best version of myself daily. In the past, I would have logically tried to “figure it out” logically or make this time of uncertainty “mean something about me” and start something new. I was always thinking I needed to be “doing something” in order to feel successful and worthy. NOT. TRUE.

The result? What I learned was a huge opportunity for celebration- the dreams and vision I had for my life and my business have come true!! What I had been manifesting and co-creating is now a part of my everyday life. I feel so deeply grateful. However, I also uncovered that there was a slight fear inside of me of what is next. I know that it will take a new version of myself that I have yet to meet, one that has been patiently waiting for me to show up, but it will take courage, asking for help, doing new things, and possibly failing, and then showing up again with energy and enthusiasm for the new assignment that furthers my purpose.

And so beautifully, over the last two days, new visions and guidance have been revealed to me and I am so excited to share with you soon what’s next for me, what’s next for us as a community, and how you can be a part of it all!

If you are in resistance, uncertainty, or feeling like you are stuck; know that you’re not. Your next blessing, miracle, and assignment are waiting for you when you believe, take time to get still to listen, and stay in action around your current vision. If you do this, the vision beyond the vision will come and it will exceed even your wildest dreams!

I’d love to hear from you when it does! What is your vision beyond the vision?

Here’s to being the one to show the world how truly great life can be, together.

I am so grateful for you,

Carmen

I was thinking of Winnie the Pooh again today, and I wanted to share this with you..

✨ “Don’t underestimate the value of doing nothing, of just going along, listening to all the things you can’t hear, and not bothering.” – Pooh

✨ “If ever there is tomorrow when we’re not together, there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” – Christopher Robin

✨ “You can’t stay in your corner of the forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes.” – Pooh

This is a reminder today that it’s okay to slow down. It’s even better to do what feels good to you, and to take care of yourself. It does not all have to be done today, and guess what it’s okay to ask for help! (Asking for help is actually a superpower!)

Sending you a ton of love, light and high vibes today!

I am working on a new keynote around an idea that I have been getting about in my life for years and I have been coaching on it as well… and I need your help today!

Here are the basic idea:

Rushing is the enemy of presence.
It is incompatible with inner peace.
Many of us live with low-grade chronic fatigue and anxiety.
Love, joy, and true, meaningful connections are all impossible in a life of speed.

Would you hit reply and answer these questions below? I would really appreciate it and I am excited to bring you this keynote IN PERSON this year!!

1. Does this idea resonate with you and do you want to hear more? (Comment: YES or NO)

2. What is your favorite title for this keynote talk? (Comment: a, b, c, or d)
a. Relentless Removal of Rushing
b. Ruthless Removal of Rushing
c. Unwavering Elimination of Hurry
d. Uncompromising Eradication of Rushing

I appreciate your help this week and look forward to your feedback! Also, if you’re in need of a few tips to get curious about reducing rushing in your life let me know that too when you comment, and I will send some your way!

Here’s to deep presence and openheartedness daily,

Carmen

Here is an idea I’d like to share with you today. One that has been transformational in my life and one we talk about in Flow Academy endlessly….

Here is your open invitation to curiosity!
Curiosity: An eager desire to know or learn, without judgement or reservation.
Curiosity is playful.
Curiosity is powerful.
Curiosity is courageous.
Curiosity is the key to breakthroughs and creativity.
Curiosity is a catalyst to deeper more meaningful human connections.

4 Steps to Step Into Curiosity in Your Life:
1. Ask more questions
2. Admit you don’t know something
3. Openly explore your interests and desires
4. Begin to actively learn from others- even if your ego says “you already know”
5. Diversity your interests- try something new

This does not happen by accident; we have to be an active designer of our lives!!

I will leave you with this quote that I love from F. Scott Fitzgerald:
“For what it’s worth… it’s never too late, or in my case too early, to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit. Start whenever you want. You can change or stay the same. There are no rules to this thing. We can make the best or the worst of it. I hope you see the things that startle you. I hope you feel the things you’ve never felt before. I hope you meet people who have a different point of view. I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you’re not, I hope you have the courage to start over again.”