Living a mindful life is about living with awareness in the present moment. Life is precious, yet so many of us are walking around unconscious of what is really going on around us. We are constantly in a rush, ticking off our to do lists and wondering why we're constantly waking up exhausted.

It's time to wake up peeps and start living a conscious and mindful life. How do we do that? We can start by practising the 3 principles of mindfulness so we stop letting life pass us by while we live in reactions and in our heads.

Principle #1- Intention setting 

It's time to get clear on your values and what you want for yourself in this life! Your hopes and dreams require you to set your intentions before you get out of bed so you stay focused on what it is you are creating for yourself and your family.  

Starting your day with a clear intention can make all the difference in helping you stay centred and focused on what you want. 

Joy

Peace

Connect with nature

Train my body and mind through exercise and meditation

Be present with my child

Call my Mum

Spend quality time with my partner

Read a book

Drink lots of water

Eat nourishing foods.

Principle #2- Attention

Where your attention goes, energy flows. You've heard that saying before, right? When you focus your attention on things that you don't want, the universe keeps giving you more of it! Umm no thanks! As shitty as things get sometimes, you really need to stay disciplined on where your mind wanders. Rather than noticing the shit show that may be unfolding in front of your eyes, turn your attention on all of your hopes and dreams. Write down everything you are already grateful for to shift your energy into a more positive state of being. 

I am grateful for my beautiful body that houses my spirit

I am grateful for my bed

my garden

my dogs

my cat

I am super grateful for chocolate,

wine

the sun... You get it. Now that you're in a more positive state, now take your attention to the things you want to create more of and welcome into your life such as:

Peace

love

fun

money

freedom

deep connections

family

travel

inspiration

happiness

courage

laughter

Principle #3- Attitude

Being kind, Curious and non-judgemental is the secret to living a happy and fulfilled life. I remember when I met the Dalai Lama in Uluru, I was amazed at how childlike he was. He was curious about everything, like a child that's experiencing life for the first time.

His kindness penetrated through my entire being with a simple handshake as he looked into my eyes. The most important thing I noticed about him, was that he was absent of judgement. He loved everything and everyone unconditionally. You could feel it, and you could see it as he held an Anangu Elder's hand as he welcomed him to Country.

Your attitude determines how you view the world and it is your choice whether or not you see your glass half empty or half full. Life is teaching you in every moment and as painful as it gets sometimes, there is always something to be grateful for, and there is always an opportunity to grow and evolve.

It's time to be the change we wish to see in this world, and that starts with living a mindful life.

Loads of Love, light and epic vibes,

Charlie x