“Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.”
Saint Francis de Sales
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding moments of calm can often feel like a luxury
At Je Mérite, I Deserve, we believe that everyone deserves the gift of tranquility and peace
Embracing calm is not just about slowing down; it’s about creating a space where your mind, body, and soul can rejuvenate and thrive
Today, we want to inspire you to cultivate calm in your life and share some tips on how to achieve a state of serene well-being
This week's affirmation is…
I Deserve Calm
Je Mérite Le Calme
Respond to this newsletter with some of your calming practices
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Let's begin this week's bulletin with a meditation
Calming Meditation for Difficult Days
by Shanti Devi Yoga of InsightTimer.Com
This meditation calms you down, helps you to breathe again, takes you to your happy place and gives you peace, calm and protection so that you can go back into the world feeling stronger and at ease once more
Next, simple activities to calm you
by Sara Lindberg, Kerry Weiss of Healthline.com
We all worry and get upset from time to time
It's a normal part of life
But what happens when that anxiety or anger takes over, and you can't calm down?
Try these tips
Next, we have two book recommendations this week
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: How to Be Calm in a Busy World
by Haemin Sunim*
Is it the world that's busy, or is it my mind?
The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to
By offering guide posts to well-being and happiness in eight areas, Haemin Sunim emphasizes the importance of forging a deeper connection with others and being compassionate and forgiving toward ourselves
Next, something absolutely lovely... a podcast of bedtime stories
Nothing Much Happens - Stories for Sleep and Relaxation
by NothingMuchHappens.com
Bedtime stories are like a soft nest for the mind
They are a place for it to rest so that it doesn't wander away and get into trouble, and in the world we're living in now it is so easy for it to find trouble
Enjoy!
Next, a playlist featuring one of my favorite young jazz artists from my hometown of The Bronx, NY
created on Spotify
Her voice is beautiful and soothing
Next, a bonus for my muses... now this list is for my homebase, NYC, but I encourage you to find a list in your city and get outside, get cool, get calm
Fun Ways To Stay Cool During NYC’s Heat Wave
It seems the dog days of summer have arrived early this year
These are some great ideas for fun cool and calm activities
Similar activities are available in every city every week
Seek them out
Have a fantastic time!
And.... you know we need a film, I have a great one
Since my calming regime includes laughter, my recommendation...
starring Diane Keaton & Jack Nicholson
All this woman wants is a calm place to write and here come JACK! LOL
Enjoy!
Have a great week!
AFFIRM
"I deserve love, friendship, and laughter, I deserve peace, grace, and rest
Not because of beauty, not because of intelligence, nor because I work hard
Not because of riches nor privilege nor stature
I deserve it because I exist
I deserve and so do you"
Tamara Charese
As always, affirmations from previous weeks are available here
You'll be hearing more from me soon. Promise.
Tamara Charese
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