10 Steps for a Better Life - Step 1 - Live just for today. Your past is now your story, nothing more. It has gone forever. Regret is a total waste of your time, see what came to test you as an opportunity to grow, and when you do look back be kind to yourself and focus on cherished memories. But what of the future? Well, 99.9% of anything that you and I have ever worried about has never happened - In fact worry is like praying for things you don't want. This track is part of a 10 step series. Image by Jack Carter @Unsplash.

"Live for today, let go of regrets, and don't worry about the future in 10 steps for a better life."

10 Steps For A Better Life - Step 1

Do you sometimes struggle to feel confident about yourself? We can practice speaking words of encouragement and kindness to our self - and holding belief in who we are as being more than good enough, capable, intelligent, and any other adjective that describes what is true rather than what we might currently tell our self. In this episode of Life Coaching WISDOM, I offer the strategies for building a more confident version of yourself, and for how to practice loving kindness directed inward. If you would like my help, please reach out to me - let me help. Namaste! MUSIC: Justin Woodward & John Murphy, 'sunshine adagio'

In this Life Coaching WISDOM episode, learn how to build confidence and practice self-love through words of encouragement and kindness.

Building a More Confident You

“Perhaps it is more fitting than ever to allow acceptance into your heart; to let it guide you towards even greater things.” - Dorothy Ratusny We do not always have the kind of relationships that we would like. Sometimes it is through our perseverance and dedication that the relationship becomes what we make it; and at times it is because the other person is not able to meet our needs; our needs of honesty, of trustworthiness, of kindness, and of integrity, that the relationship is limited. Acceptance must also be the understanding of this; the ability to allow for others on their own path and journey through life; and to release our attachments, to what we can accept is not possible; not as the result of our unwillingness, rather the acknowledgement and acceptance that another is unwilling or unable – or both.

Acceptance allows for growth in relationships, even when the other person can't meet our needs; it means releasing attachments to what is not possible.

A Time of Acceptance

Many of us go through periods where we feel down. Often we try to push ourselves out of this feeling by giving ourselves a hrad time or judging ourselves for not being "happier". In this session you will learn to meet yourself with kindness and support yourself through the inevitable highs and lows of life, rather than beating yourself up.

Learn to be kind to yourself during times of low mood instead of self-criticism in this session.

Feeling Down? Nurture Yourself

Happiness and prosperity have so many facets beyond money...the love and support of a friend, health, comfort, kindness, meaningful work, plenty of food, and peace. What happiness blessings of your own would you add to this? I'd love to hear some of yours in the comments. Let the happiness blessings flow! ~Namaste

Happiness and prosperity are not solely determined by money, but also by love, health, comfort, kindness, meaningful work, food, and peace. Share your own happiness blessings.

A Happiness/Prosperity Blessing for You

This track explores how we can be our own worst critic and how we talk to ourselves through criticism can impact our outcomes in life. Listening to our self-talk and being kind to ourselves is an essential step on the road to creating the right mental environment to flourish.

Self-talk and self-criticism can greatly influence our outcomes, emphasizing the importance of being kind to ourselves for personal growth and success.

Be Kind To Yourself

“Perhaps it is more fitting than ever to allow acceptance into your heart; to let it guide you towards even greater things.” ~ Dorothy Zennuriye Juno ~ Sometimes it is through our perseverance and dedication that the relationship becomes what we make it. At other times, we are not able to have the kind of relationship that we would like. If the other person is unable or unwilling to meet our needs of honesty, trustworthiness, kindness and integrity, then the relationship will be limited. Acceptance is the understanding of this. Acceptance of 'what is' guides us into something better. Please reach out to me if you would like my help in the practice and the art of acceptance. Namaste. dorothyzennuriyejuno.com

Acceptance is key in relationships; if someone can't meet your needs, acceptance of 'what is' will guide you towards something better.

This is a practice of sitting with uncomfortable emotions, feelings, and sensations with an anchor in the present moment. A practice of showing up for yourself in ALL the emotions, feelings, and sensations, a practice of showing yourself compassion and kindness even in the midst of the muck. A practice of sitting with yourself.

Mindfulness practice involves sitting with uncomfortable emotions and sensations, showing oneself kindness and compassion even in trying circumstances.

Sit With Yourself

Even as this episode of Life Coaching WISDOM is released months into this global pandemic of 2020, the messages that I share are omnipresent and incredibly important for when you listen; because now is the future. A-HA MOMENTS: For however you have been living your life up until this moment, you must realize that you have been choosing your future. PRACTICAL WISDOM: What I want to emphasize and inspire at this time and in this brave new world that we are all being “rebirthed” into; is the absolute need for greater conscious choice; to wield the freedom that you hold, to choose what you deeply desire; and to live fearless of this; because you now understand that you are able to have everything that you have always wanted. TRUTH SERUM: What you have been wanting and waiting for is before you now. Now is the time to take new action. This time is unprecedented in our lives; and with it is the possibility for change; and new beginnings of consciousness and loving-kindness for all living beings. Now is the time to set in motion what you have been wanting for so long. Now is your time. It is the time for all of us to mobilize into action what is most wanted, and to step forth into this brave new world that we are living. The Future is Here. It is Now. Namaste love dorothy

In this pandemic, choose your future wisely by making conscious choices, living fearlessly, and taking new action for a brave new world.

The Future Is Now

This session offers a glimpse into the profound gift of forgiveness, along with some brief examples of things you could say to yourself to support you in this practice. My hope is that it serves as a gentle reminder that forgiveness is not only an act of strength but also an act of self-kindness and a doorway to freedom, allowing you to live more authentically and fully.

Forgiveness is a powerful gift that brings self-kindness, freedom, and authenticity, as explored through examples and encouragement in this session.

Practicing Forgiveness: (With Examples)

This brief session offers a glimpse into the profound gift of forgiveness. My hope is that it serves as a gentle reminder that forgiveness is not only an act of strength but also an act of self-kindness and a doorway to freedom, allowing you to live more authentically and fully.

Forgiveness is a powerful act of self-kindness and freedom that allows one to live authentically and fully.

Practicing Forgiveness (It's For You)

Wisdom for right now... and for the week before you. Each week, let my Wisdom Notes guide and support you in the best possible way. The moments that you live of grace are the moments that define life in the certainty of what you are. When you consciously choose in each moment to live of grace ~ to be kind to all others ~ to rejoice in the choices that you make to be remarkable ~ to surround yourself with the most loving people and live a life of the highest integrity, in an instant, you will shed all unhappiness and fear. For the Week ahead... and for the life that you continue to manifest, practice opening your heart in meditation, in mindfulness, and in the presence of each moment. Sending you great love..... namaste.

Receive guidance and support with weekly Wisdom Notes; choose to live with grace, kindness, integrity, and surround yourself with love to shed fear.

Grace is Love ~ Wisdom Notes w/Dorothy

Join me as we explore a mindfulness exercise to be kind to ourselves. For a lot of us, we tend to be rigid and unforgiving when we don't achieve our goals. By adopting 3 principles: noticing negative self-talk, adopting words of encouragement, and allowing for setbacks, we move with more ease through our daily goals. Allow this track to help motivate you to achieve your dreams through self-kindness.

Explore a mindfulness exercise for self-kindness by adopting 3 principles: noticing negative self-talk, using words of encouragement, and allowing for setbacks.

Pro Tip: Be Kind To Yourself

The practice of mindfulness is supported by the perspective of non-judgment and often we may find that we don't even realize that we are judging. This track is a gentle reminder to offer yourself some kindness as you begin to notice the judging mind. You are not alone and this unfolding awareness is part of the practice.

Mindfulness involves non-judgmental perspective, but we often don't realize we're judging; offer yourself kindness and know that awareness is part of the practice.

Not Judging the Judging Mind

Our bodies need us to support them in the journey to safety. They hear everything that we tell them. Choose to speak to yourself with kindness, love, light, positivity, and courage. You deserve more than you give yourself credit for. You are so much more than just a body. You are a divine light and soul that is housed in this body that you are given. Let us be guided today into a deeper understanding of ourselves to truly heal from the chains that only you have the key to unlocking. Be well, namastè. -Tori Kay

Support your body with kindness, love, and positivity to unlock true healing and realize your divine essence. Be well, namastè.

Confronting Discomfort To Truly Heal

Strengthen self-confidence and release doubt through rituals that bring you joy and empowerment. Discover what has the most meaning for you and make them a part of your day with kindness, flexibility, and creativity. When you make yourself a priority, you build confidence in your ability to balance life.

Build self-confidence through empowering rituals that bring joy and make yourself a priority.

Strengthen Confidence Through Rituals

This revolution is one of kindness; of certainty to our sacred calling as what we choose to do in our lives; to share our talents, to be unwavering in our cause; to be determined in our choices, to live in freedom, and to make the best choices that will honour our human spirit and will set in motion what we are grateful of. This life and what we are being shown is wonderful. When we can get past what feels uncomfortable, we can remind our self of the inherent beauty in what we may appreciate, and in what we choose.

Revolution of kindness- honor our spirit and make best choices to live in freedom; inherent beauty in what we may appreciate, and in what we choose.

A Time of Revolution

This can be a revolutionary moment in someone's mindfulness practice. To be able to come to the stage of being able to wish others and yourself well can really support your well-being and release old negative thinking patterns about others and yourself.

Wishing others and oneself well can revolutionize mindfulness practice, supports well-being, and eliminates negative thinking patterns.

Why Loving kindness?

In this episode of ‘ask Dorothy, I share a real-life client story that speaks to the beautiful nature of the human spirit when we can offer kindness and care to others in the words we speak, in sharing our possessions and our desire to help others in challenging situations ~ all of which convey our 'oneness'. In this episode, we see how my client Olivia* chose to face the negativity and criticism among some of her colleagues by the teaching impermanence and connection, and by practicing the presence of 'oneness'. Join me for the practical wisdom of living aparigraha ~ non-attachment ~ in your life. *If you enjoyed these 'clips' please look out for the full-length version here on Aura! Much love to you! Namaste!

Dorothy shares a client's story of kindness and care, promoting the power of 'oneness' and non-attachment in facing negativity in the workplace.

The Teaching Of Impermanence (3/7 min)

Love is kindness. Love is the grace that others bring into your life. Love flows in kind action and in words and messages, direct and subtle ~ Love is the feeling of being right where you need to be. Of being grateful for who you are and who you continue to become. When you recognize that you can be the love in your own life you draw love to yourself ceaselessly. For today and for the week ahead... a challenge that I hope you bring to each day you live. Write a list of all of the ways that love shows up in your life ~ spontaneous, planned, big, and also subtle. Realize how full your life is with love and then see how much love you can be for yourself and for others. Receive my Wisdom Notes in your inbox each week, email me.

Love is kindness & grace others bring into your life. Recognize you can be the love in your own life, draw love to yourself by being loving to others.

The Love List ~ Wisdom Notes w/ Dorothy

There are no situations that cannot be made better by bringing love ~ by being loving-kindness, especially when you may want to instead handle the situation using a different approach. The teaching is to be ~ at that moment ~ find the willingness from within you, to be love in action ~ to override the typical approach that you might take and to lead with your heart. Look for my Wisdom Notes here. They are to help you navigate and live the greatest possibilities for your life. Sending you great love... Namaste!

Choose love over other approaches in any situation, as being loving-kindness leads to the greatest possibilities for life, according to the Wisdom Notes.

Lead With Your Heart ~ Wisdom Notes

Your boundaries - or even no boundaries - teach people how you expect to be treated. Learn to create boundaries that will teach people to treat you with respect, kindness, and attentiveness. Boundaries shouldn't be confrontational, rather they should be communicated clearly. In this track, you will learn the difference between a boundary and a rule, have a better understanding of what makes a boundary successful, and what they need to be connected to help you enforce them meaningfully. In the end, I will help you get started on your boundary creation journey with an exercise.

Learn to set boundaries that teach people how to treat you with respect, kindness, and attentiveness. This track explains the difference between a boundary and a rule and how to enforce them meaningfully.

Empower Yourself To Create Boundaries

As we move along the path of awakening, we are wise to, from time to time, stop and ask ourselves - what are we leaving in our wake? What is our legacy? When we leave this place, what have we contributed to? Have we contributed to making this world a better place for all, or have we contributed to making it a worse place for all? Are we raising the collective vibration, or are we lowering it? I invite you to join me as we explore these questions in the field of love, kindness, and compassion.

Reflect on your legacy and contribution to the world, whether you are raising or lowering the collective vibration, in the field of love, kindness, and compassion.

What Are We Leaving in Our Wake?

If you’ve suffered a loss of any kind, this track will help you to be able to look for the gifts, recognize the lessons, and learn to grow from what has been shown to you during this difficult passage in your life.

This track helps you find gifts, lessons, and growth from loss.

If You've Suffered A Loss Of Any Kind

When we sit in meditation in the beginning it can be a little frustrating and we can give up too early. Learning to be in the body and move with the body can be a great alternative to just sitting. In fact, we should incorporate it into our routines alongside formal sitting practice.

Incorporating body movement into meditation routines can be a great alternative to just sitting, especially for beginners who may get frustrated and give up too early.

Informal Movement And Kindness

This talk points to questions of doubt and lack of clarity meditators encounter at all levels of practice. It points to the lessons to be learned by experiencing doubt and a lack of faith interest. Through kindness, acceptance, and patience you will move to the next stage on your path.

Navigating doubt and lack of clarity in meditation leads to growth; embrace kindness, acceptance, and patience to progress on your spiritual journey.

Why We Keep Meditating

There is something else that we must look at now. Now as we continue to navigate life; as we return to some of what has been absent; finding our way to a new and better way of life even as some aspects of this may take time to become what we are used to. There is something more than we are being called to examine; to change if these beliefs conflict with what we know to be the right choice. This brave new world that we are being thrust forward into is a world that must be founded on the protection of love and kindness. Kindness is Love. -enjoy this and with it, the remembering of kindness as love... xo Dorothy

In navigating life post-pandemic, we must examine our beliefs and prioritize kindness as love to create a new and better world.

Kindness As Love + George Floyd Tribute

One key to restoring vision and unlocking purpose is a soft heart. Love, joy, and kindness provide the foundation. Set to ambient music and woven with scripture, this reflection dives into how love is a choice, joy is a heart posture, and kindness is life-giving. The purpose is to remind us that our Creator first showed us love and kindness so that we may freely give to others. Resting in this knowledge will create transformation in our hearts.

Soften your heart with love, joy, and kindness to unlock purpose and restore vision; choose love, embrace joy, and be life-giving.

Restoring Vision: A Soft Heart

Right now in a world torn by differing beliefs; beliefs that have been taught to us by those who also did not have all of the right information; those who may have been living in fear, unknowing of what it truly means to live with your heart open and to be of kindness first and foremost unto yourself. Because when we learn how to treat ourselves kindly, that instill within us the examples of love and compassion; of teaching ourselves and our children how to live as our inherent goodness and to always do the right thing. Then we become a home, a community, a nation, and a planet in which amongst our differences we share the commodity of loving grace; of treating each other with dignity, respect, kindness.

Learning to be kind to ourselves teaches us to live with love and compassion, creating a world where we treat each other with dignity and respect.

Kindness As Love+Tribute to George Floyd

The ability to "relax" is an important prerequisite for our physical, mental, and spiritual health. Autogenic training's efficacy lies in its scientific foundation. Through consistent practice, it triggers the body's relaxation response, reducing levels of stress hormones like cortisol. This not only alleviates anxiety, restlessness, and worry but also bolsters the immune system, fostering a healthier physiological state. Moreover, its impact on the autonomic nervous system promotes a sense of calmness and equilibrium, making it a potent tool for managing various health conditions associated with stress. With love and kindness, Your Dr. Livingstone

Autogenic training promotes relaxation by triggering the body's response to stress hormones, improving physical and mental health.

What Is Autogenic Training

Even as this episode of Life Coaching WISDOM is released months into this global pandemic of 2020, the messages that I share are omnipresent and incredibly important for when you listen; because now is the future. A-HA MOMENTS: For however you have been living your life up until this moment, you must realize that you have been choosing your future. PRACTICAL WISDOM: What I want to emphasize and inspire at this time and in this brave new world that we are all being “rebirthed” into; is the absolute need for greater conscious choice; to wield the freedom that you hold, to choose what you deeply desire; and to live fearless of this; because you now understand that you are able to have everything that you have always wanted. TRUTH SERUM: What you have been wanting and waiting for is before you now. Now is the time to take new action. This time is unprecedented in our lives; and with it is the possibility for change; and new beginnings of consciousness and loving-kindness for all living beings. Now is the time to set in motion what you have been wanting for so long. Now is your time. It is the time for all of us to mobilize into action what is most wanted, and to step forth into this brave new world that we are living. The Future is Here. It is Now. Namaste love dorothy

Choose your future, live fearlessly, and take new action in this unprecedented time; the possibility for change and new beginnings is before us now.

Have you ever wondered if a gentle approach can truly be more powerful than force? Inspired by the wisdom of the timeless fable of "The North Wind and the Sun," journey through this enchanting fable together, which reminds us of the power of kindness in our daily lives. Embrace the moral of this story, which teaches that gentle persuasion often triumphs where aggression and bluster fail. In today's world, where forceful tactics can seem pervasive, let's rediscover the transformative power of warmth and compassion.

The fable "The North Wind and the Sun" teaches that gentle persuasion is more powerful than force in daily life, promoting kindness and compassion.

Kindness: Life Coaching