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24.01.2022 She drives me bonkers most of the time but...she’s my mate, my protector, my loyal, my companion, my messy, my barker, my crazy, my loveable, my hyperactive, my clever, my hairy, my silly, my fast, my naughty, my joy, my adoring ....Sage #lifewithsage #mygirl #bordercolliex #adogslife #joy #choosingjoy

24.01.2022 This is one of my most favourite photos. The obvious reasons being: I’m in Africa - which was a huge dream come true ... I’m walking with a lion cub...and yes, I’m holding its tail But the parts that aren’t obvious are: I’m happy. And I had HOPE. I still believed that anything was possible and I was making my dreams come true I was confident I was proud of myself - for making that dream happen and doing it alone I still had so much to look forward to The thing is....life is full of experiences. Some are incredible, life changing...and some are heart breaking and also life changing. They can throw you off course and set you back. However you deal with them is OK, because each day you’re learning and becoming and living. It’s just the way it is. It’s not right or wrong. I had NO IDEA when this photo was taken that my life would change so drastically not that long after. I never ever expected what was to come. But when I look at this photo I try and remind myself that I did have hope and I did make dreams come true...and if I want to - I could do it again. #dreams #hope #grief #lifeexperiences #malawi #lioncub #africa #rehabilitationcentre #choosingjoy

22.01.2022 This scene is SO familiar to me. I grew up with this as part of my regular daily experience. Growing up on the island, near the ocean, spending summers on our boat exploring the Gulf Islands...seems like a dream now. This image just hits me hard.......home. @rowdanderton ... #beautifulbritishcolumbia #bc #bchome #home #cowichan #cowichanvalley #cowichanbay #homeevenwheniroam #familiar #nofilter #westcoast #canada See more

22.01.2022 How true this is in the current events we are living in. A chance to breathe, relax and just be. #peace #solitude #joy #universe #breathe #relax #justbe #uncertaintimes #covid19 #iso #stayhome #findinggoodthings #goodthings #choosingjoy... @ viva_la_poema

22.01.2022 My little gardeners today! We repotted aloe and jade plants. And planted more flowers and ginger. The girls are also trying to sprout some potatoes. So exciting! ... #homeschooling #mygirls #beinghome #gardening #inthegarden #today #greenthumbs #uncertaintimes #covid19 #findinggoodthings #goodthings #joy #choosingjoy

21.01.2022 What does the name ‘choosing JOY’ mean?

20.01.2022 What is a Life Coach?

18.01.2022 September 1st - a significant day for me.

17.01.2022 My sister just posted this photo. It makes me smile and also feel a deep, deep sadness. When I look at the faces I see happiness, contentment, safety, hope....it was a time in our lives when we had lots of life and experiences to look forward to. It’s hard not to think of the incredible grief and sadness that was to come years later. I know I should see our lives and be grateful for what we had together but...I just miss her so much. It’s so painful. And I’m not going to t...ry and push away that feeling because it means that I loved and was loved. As a mother of girls I know the bond and I cherish that daily. And I talk to my girls about the sister bond all the time. I’m lucky to have a sister @rowdanderton #grief #sadness #imissher #sisters #mum

17.01.2022 We love our little ‘girl gang’. They are the sweetest little chooks. I feel so much joy looking out the window watching them busily working away. #pekins #backyardchickens #sara #ourgirls #schoolholidays #uncertaintimes #covid19 #findinggoodthings #goodthings #ittakespractice #consistency #joy #choosingjoy

16.01.2022 Even though we have to stay home...do you still struggle to just chill? I still look around and see all the things that need doing or things I want to do. I’m still beating myself up for not doing more study or changing the light bulb that has been out for days or whatever it is on the day. I constantly have to remind myself that it’s ok. It’s ok to rest. It’s ok because it’s going to be ok. It takes practice. Just like ‘finding good things’. I have to keep reminding myself... until it just becomes ‘normal’. Practice and consistency You are allowed to rest @oh_so_graceful #rest #iso #grateful #practice #consistency #findinggoodthings #goodthings #itsok #itsgoingtobeok #joy #choosingjoy

16.01.2022 Don’t forget to tell yourself....because you are! Image by @jessrachelsharp #gentlereminder #goodthings #findinggoodthings #awesomequotes #uncertaintimes #covid19 #tellingmyselftoo #joy #choosingjoy

15.01.2022 Who’s hoping this is true? I know I am @naturallife ... #badthings #goodthings #goodthingsarecoming #onpath #grief #singlemom #imissyoumum #thejourney #findingthegood #choosingthegood #joy #choosingjoy See more

14.01.2022 **Online Meal Inspiration TODAY at 1pm** Sellina was online earlier to update everyone on what's happening at 1 today. It sounds like a GREAT workshop. If you're planning on attending make sure that you PM Sellina so that she can give you the ZOOM link!

14.01.2022 I believe this is true....but.... Does anyone else struggle with this one? For me it's about 'trust'. Trusting myself and listening to my own intuition. I think because of so many traumatic events in the last few years I now doubt myself, doubt that I can make decisions, doubt that I DO know who I am and know what I want.... This is my 'work' right now. Trust. Trust in myself. Know that I always have the answer because I know myself and know what I want. And then.....truly believing it.

13.01.2022 The mower guy is coming today sooooo I rescued a few ‘weeds’ from the yard #weeds #weedsareflowerstoo #soprettty #backyardgarden #needtomow #covidlawn #flowers #flowersareflowers #goodthings #findinggoodthings #joy #choosingjoy

13.01.2022 Just had a big chat with my sister about our mum and life and how bizarre things are right now. I cried a lot. I even put on Rod Stewart and The Rankin family (two of our mum’s favourites) which made me cry more. She asked me before we signed off: Can you stop? Reset? Change your mood? And that’s just what I needed to do. And I did. This kind of thing takes practice. Like finding good things every day. The more you practice the more you see. ... So I moved. I walked out to the garden. I cuddled Sara, one of my chickens (I know ), took some deep breaths in nature and things shifted. It’s going to be okay #stillkickin #uncertaintimes #covid19 #goodthings #findinggoodthings #okay #shifts #grief #sisters #mum #imissyou #othersideoftheworld #buttogether #joy #choosingjoy @rowdanderton

12.01.2022 Be Authentic - Be You

12.01.2022 One of the hardest things I found going through grief, loss, trauma was letting go of the past. I'm still working on it. I have a lot of regrets and I constantly found myself 'sitting' in that space of sadness, thinking about what could have been, what should have been, how I could have done things differently.... and while it's ok to feel those things for a little while - it's not great place to stay for too long. But how do you move past this? ... MIndset. It's the most challenging thing to change when trying new things, shifting old beliefs, starting new ventures like a business or a hobby, ... anything really. It has been a huge piece of the puzzle for me and the most challenging one. If you are running a business, or wanting to start one, if you are struggling with self love or shifting old beliefs, if you've gone through some really tough things but want to create a future where your biggest dreams are possible then 'mindset' is where the work needs to happen. This is a big part of my coaching series and even when working with businesses as a VA. So if you think that you need some help in this area, send me a message. This shift has been profound in my business and I'm excited to share it with you.

12.01.2022 As things slowly adjust back to ‘normality’ it can be easy to jump back into busy, busy, busy!!! Anyone else feeling this? But what if....we didn’t. What if we took what we learnt during iso and time at home with family and made that normality? Made that the precious thing that we protect? I think the first step is to be kind to ourselves and practice some self care. Even if it’s one good thing each day. ... This is what I’m trying to do. And it’s not easy. As a single mumma I know the stresses of ‘having to do it all!’ But what if your new ‘normal’ was being kind to yourself and putting yourself first? It’s a very hard adjustment but I think it’ll make me a better parent and able to cope with all the day- to - day stresses and busyness better. What about you? What would you like to make your 'new normal'? #selfcare #selflove #normality #iso #parenting #kindness #youarenotalone #support #singlemumlife #motherofdaughters #motherlessmother #findingjoy #littlethings #goodthings #choosingjoy @jessrachelsharp

12.01.2022 I was playing in the yard with the girls, the dog and chickens this afternoon. Happy. And I glance down and immediately see a Four Leaf Clover!!! Then in less than 5 minutes we find 7 more!! I’m currently working on some huge mindset shifts and doing self hypnosis each day. I already feel like things are shifting and THIS just confirms it!! Good things are all around ... #goodthings #mindsetshifts #selfhypnosis #manifestingmum #fourleafclover #luck #feelinggrateful #ontrack #happy #grateful #lucky #7 # #findinggoodthings #joy #choosingjoy

11.01.2022 How ARE you? Do you need to press pause? Do you need to go for a walk? Do you need a cup of tea?... Do you need a hug? What do YOU need right now? It’s sometimes hard, as busy mums, to really tap into what we need. We are so amazing at taking care of everyone else - especially our children. But you know the saying....about the ‘empty cup’. If your cup isn’t full you have nothing to give others. Take care of you today. #ruok Artwork @anna_bressi #ruok #ruokday2020 #covid19 #takecare #selfcare #careforothers #mums #singlemum #grief #notselfish #whatdoyouneed #joy #choosingjoy @sumavi.beach.accessories

11.01.2022 Yesterday I watched my girls surf! I watched them catch wave after wave. I had no idea they could surf so well!!... This is the highlight of the week for me! Definitely a ‘good thing’. I will be watching the videos and looking at the photos for days!! Disclaimer: you are allowed on the beaches for exercise only. So I made sure I walked up and down the beach while watching them. I’m not sure how much longer that will be allowed though. #noosa #surfer #surfsup #holidays #surfergirls #nofilter #sunshinecoast #mygirls #iloveschoolholidays #uncertaintimes #covid19 #goodthings #findinggoodthings #soproud #joy #choosingjoy

11.01.2022 You may have noticed that I’ve been posting a lot about gratitude and feeling grateful lately. Gratitude helps to feel positive emotions and notice the good things in life as opposed to focusing on the negative. Practicing gratitude is something that I use to help me move through grief. It helps to refocus my energy and thoughts when stressful and difficult things are happening outside of my control. ... Gratitude is actually proven to improve ones health, deal with difficult situations and build stronger relationships. It can be a very powerful tool to overcome grief and sadness. It’s not easy when you first start. In fact it can feel kind of phoney and awkward. But the more you practice the easier it gets and before you know it you’ll be seeing loads of things to be grateful for throughout your day! Do you practice gratitude? If yes, share three things that you are grateful for today.

09.01.2022 No filter, no touch ups ..... this is me literally 5 seconds after I finished my workout today. I’m sweating and breathing heavily! I’m going to be honest....putting my shoes on and actually starting my workout is the hardest thing ever!! But once I’m doing it and definitely after I’ve finished I FEEL so much better! Exercise is another tool I use to help with grief and sadness. It gets the energy moving in your body, you have to focus on the present moment and sweating i...s really good for you. It can often feel like the last thing you want to do...but if you can even just get out for a short walk you will honestly feel the difference. #exerciseformentalhealth #grieftools #sweatinghard #hiitworkouts #nofilter #vulnerable #movetheenergy #mentalhealthtools #toolsforfeelinggood #sweatyandsmiling #happinesstools #joy #choosingjoy

07.01.2022 When I first moved to Australia I travelled quite a bit. I got to see quite a few different parts of this country (these are the things you can do when you don't have children and other responsibilities). This trip to the Northern Territory was VERY memorable. ha! Think croc infested muddy river, in a small tin boat, with a hand reel and bait hanging over the side. It was terrifying! ... But guess what? We fished all day (myself and 2 guys who were competitive and experienced and using proper fishing rods).....and look who caught the fish!! In fact I caught THE ONLY TWO fish of the day, with my little hand reel hanging over the edge (I can't find the picture of me holding both fish up - but they were equal in size and heavy!). Thoughts on this.... - I feel badly for the fish (even though I eat fish) - sometimes doing scary things make for a great story & memory - I don't have any desire to do it again - girls can do anything!!! - patience is key Sometimes things take longer than expected. Sometimes they take as long as they need to take. Sometimes you have more learning to do before the 'thing' happens. Sometimes timing is everything. Sometimes we just have to relax, take a deep breath, and appreciate the present moment. Patience.

06.01.2022 It can sometimes be a really tricky and difficult thing to do. But it’s ok to. And you can’t control what might happen in the future - you never know what’s going to happen. No one ever expected we would be living through this historical event. Just think back to life even two months ago!!! So it’s ok to let go. Just be right now. And look for all the ‘good things’ you can find in your day. There are LOTS I bet!! #findinggoodthings #goodthings #uncertaintimes #covid19 #oktoletgo #justbe #itsnoteasy #youredoinggreat #joy #choosingjoy

04.01.2022 "Gratitude gives us access to magic and it is compounding - that means when we are grateful, life gives us even more reasons to be grateful" LaTisha Cotto Yesterday was one of those days where everything worked out!! And the more things that happened the more I noticed and was excited and amazed!! It started with little things - a phone call that made my daughter ecstatic, a parking spot at the beach in part shade, incredible fun in the waves with my daughters, three more pe...rfect parking spots right in front of where we wanted to go, the book at a second bookshop we've been looking for that completed a set, the exact item that I've been looking for but has been sold out for months at every shop I looked at...was found within walking distance from where we had lunch...and the list goes on and on. It was compounding. The more that happened the more excited I got! It was a MAGICAL day!!! And as I went to bed last night I went over and over all the amazing things that happened and felt so much gratitude and love. Believe in the magic! And acknowledge and feel grateful for the good things that happen!

03.01.2022 I wish the ring had never come to me. I wish none of this had happened. So do all who have lived to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All you have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to you. #mydaughters #love #guessthereference #grief #loss #lotr #decisions #lifehappens #choices #choosingjoy

03.01.2022 Little craft project today while the girls paint. I’m sending this little guy to my nephew in Canada for his 5th birthday in a few weeks. It feels like bliss to sit on the deck with my girls, be creative and have nowhere to go! #findinggoodthings #goodthings #crafty #introvert #creative #crochet #handmade #gift #love #uncertaintimes #covid19 #stayhome #theresascrochetshop #gratitude #littlebatbaby #joy #choosingjoy

02.01.2022 I set a ‘book’ goal for myself in January. This is the closest I got to a ‘new year resolution’. And I made it very achievable. 12 books by the end of 2021. I made it super achievable because I want to omit things in my life that may cause me to be self-critical and down on myself. It’s so easy for me to do that and in the past setting goals has been another way I can let myself down. ... So.....I set a goal of 12 books. And they had to be a mixture of fiction and nonfiction. I love to read but I tend to read a lot of self help, spiritual books. I want to read for the joy of it too! It’s the beginning of Feb and I’ve already finished two books - both fiction and both a JOY to read!! I started book 3 last night. What would happen if we started choosing things to do by how good they made us feel....instead of what we think we should do or need to do? For me...simply changing the way I approach reading books, something I love doing, suddenly I’m enjoying it more and already feel like I’m achieving my goals. I feel successful and that’s way more motivating than being mad at myself. #lovebooks #readingforjoy #wherethecrawdadssing #homestretch #readinggoals #successfulmindset #bekindtoyourself #fictionbooks #changingmindset #joy #choosingjoy

01.01.2022 This day....6 years ago, changed my life forever. I would never be the same person. And it was the beginning of a grief journey I was not at all prepared for. Six years on feels like no time at all and yet....a lifetime without her. My girls have lived longer without her than with her. I dread this day (in fact most of August) as it’s a clear reminder of another year passing, another number higher, more days, weeks, months that we don’t have her here. #imissyoumum #grief #motherlessdaughters #anotheryear #griefjourney