It's Zenseday!

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Registered: 06-17-2010
It's Zenseday!
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Wed, 02-23-2011 - 8:36am

I have a 17-year-old son that like most teens, struggles with self esteem. He woke up feeling down, so I had him tell me 5 things that are amazing about himself. He did, and then I told him 10 more things that were amazing. We all struggle with our own self worth - I know I do, which is why I loved New Season's story about the $20 bill yesterday.

We haven't done this for awhile on Zenseday and since there are a lot of newbies, I thought it would be good today. Tell me 5 things that are amazing about yourself. And keep those 5 things in the forefront of your thoughts today.

Here are mine:

1. I am a great mom.

2. I am very caring, loving and thoughtful.

3. I am a successful business owner.

4. I am determined to grow as a human being.

5. I did 6 bikram yoga classes in the past 5 days!

Bodhi

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Registered: 06-17-2010
Wed, 02-23-2011 - 7:57pm

Jen :)

Thanks for sharing your 5 amazing things :) I'll private message you about yoga!

Bodhi

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Registered: 07-17-2004
Wed, 02-23-2011 - 8:11pm
Thank you Bodhi:)
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Registered: 10-19-2010
Wed, 02-23-2011 - 11:57pm
Hey Bodhi! I hope that your son felt better after this little exercise! I know I do after reading all the wonderful things about my fellow enders. I too was really moved by N_S story she posted yesterday. As I have struggled so much lately in trying to forgive myself for my wrongs...I often lose sight of the fact that I have good qualities! (and boy did I need this, especaily after the resurfacing of the litany again) :) And believe it or not I am actually going to get my Zenesday post in on time!

Thanks to all who posted in! Here are mine for now...

1) I taught myself to play guitar and now both write and sing songs.

2) I have a fantastic memory... especially when it comes to numbers.

3) I am really good at math!

4) I am an excellent teacher! I have had 3 college students tell me that I changed their life!

5) I have a truly wonderful positive spirit that is best expressed by my smiles, my hugs, and my MOVES on the dance floor! :)

P.S. Bodhi "The Body" has peaked my interest in the hot yoga practice as well. And as soon as I am cleared for strenuous activity I WILL give it a try!

Much love to you all!
Peace, Light & Hope
Foggy
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Registered: 02-15-2011
Thu, 02-24-2011 - 12:36am

First of all, I have to say thank you for this safe place, I have learned so much during this last week, however;

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Registered: 04-11-2010
Thu, 02-24-2011 - 6:38am

LOVE Zenseday :)

I really need the positivity tonight- thanks Bodhi. My things:

1. I have raised amazing and wonderful children. I may have been distant the last few years but I am now aware of that and I am getting my Mum-jo back :)

2. I have a great sense of humour- I always find something to laugh about and Im generally optimistic by nature.

3. I am really smart. I have a quick brain, great problem solver and this is helping me forge a great career that I am very proud of.

4. My friends and family love me. Despite my semi-depressed mode the last few mths- they are always there for me and make me feel loved.

5. I am getting healthier. Every day I am a step closer to my 'healthier mind body and soul'

I am currently googling Bikram to find it in my city! How inspiring are you guys!!!

Iggyx

You are what you consistently do
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Registered: 01-24-2011
Sat, 02-26-2011 - 11:48pm
Bodhi, what a great idea. I really loved reading everyone else's posts. I have struggled to write my own partly because one of last emails xAP sent me was called "5 amazing things I love about you" and partly because I have never felt amazing about myself.

But here goes:
I'm really good at making cakes and desserts and am at my happiest decorating a birthday cake for someone I love
I still wear the well-loved and well-worn jeans I bought when I was 18
I took my middle daughter to Paris for a week for her sixth birthday, just the two of us
I took my oldest son swimming with dolphins off the coast of a tiny island in the pacific ocean.
I won a scholarship to Harvard when I was 42 weeks pregnant with our third child

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