Inspiration for the Week

‘Move your body! We can all feel stuck and lethargic at times. Often it is simply because we have got into a physical rut. Moving your body means going for a walk, swim or cycle ride. It means dancing or play fighting. It means stretching your body in ways that feel good and blowing out the cobwebs. Choose an activity that appeals to you, suits your personal needs and remember to pace yourself if you are feeling out of shape.’

Freya x

Freya’s Inspirational Ideas

Below is a list of ‘inspirations for the day’ which have previously been posted on this website. Inspirations are ideas that are designed to help you feel good. When you feel good you raise your energy vibration and manifest more beneficial experiences in life. So, if you are in need of a ‘pick me up’ or a new ‘feel good’ inspirational idea, read through the list below and choose the idea that appeals the most. Have fun!

Freya x

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Build a bridge. When you read this, what pops into your mind? Do you need to work towards reaching a goal that requires commitment and patience? Or is there some relationship that needs you to put in some extra effort to heal the situation or help things move on? Either way, a bridge is symbolic of ‘crossing over’ something to get to the other side. Take whatever steps you need in order to make this a possibility.

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Try something you have never done before. We all have our routines and habits so it can be refreshing to try something new. It doesn’t have to be a big thing – try a new food, genre of book or social activity. If you are feeling particularly daring, you could try something you are a little scared of doing like going out for a meal by yourself, roller skating or public speaking. The idea is to feel exhilarated by expanding your horizons.

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Let go of a power struggle. We all get into them – someone wants to dominate us, or perhaps we want to stay in control of things ourselves. Trust the Universe to resolve the issue for the Highest Good of all. If it is ‘meant to be’ then everything will work itself out. In the mean time raise your energy vibration by giving positive attention to what is already working in your life.

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Let go of a power struggle. We all get into them – someone wants to dominate us, or perhaps we want to stay in control of things ourselves. Trust the Universe to resolve the issue for the Highest Good of all. If it is ‘meant to be’ then everything will work itself out. In the mean time raise your energy vibration by giving positive attention to what is already working in your life.

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Ground yourself on the Earth. Many people feel they want to escape rather than seeking to connect with the miraculous abundance of this wonderful planet. Do some gardening, go for a walk, or hug a tree and remember to give thanks to the Goddess!

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Smile! It may sound a bit too easy, but smiling is one of the most effective ways to feel good. Smile at strangers and people you know. Smile to yourself and to the sky when you are out and about. Smile at yourself in the mirror. Remember that life is precious and meant to be enjoyed. When you are smiling you’ll find it hard not to enjoy yourself!

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Do something today that you have been meaning to do for ages. If you have several things on your ‘to do list’ and can’t decide which to do, write them on little pieces of paper and fold them up then pick one out at random. If you have time – why not do as much as you now? A great way to get stuff off your mind and feel a sense of personal satisfaction!

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Explore your local area by foot or bicycle. We are often good at taking trips to ‘get away’ but many people don’t really get to know their local area very well. There may be some untapped treasures just waiting for you to discover…

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Go and find a moving body of water such as the sea, a river, stream or waterfall. Allow the energy of the water to soothe and revitalise you. You can take a walk along the water edge or sit and enjoy the flow. Ask the water to take away any worries or concerns that you have.

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Try trusting today. Trust that you will be able to to take care of yourself, no matter what. Trust that your question will be answered, support will be given or a solution will reveal itself. Give yourself permission to let go of fearful control and trust that it will all work out.

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Write a list of all the blessings in your life. Even when things are challenging or you are feeling low – there is always something to feel gratitude for. What are your blessings? Once you have started your list, keep adding to it every day. You can then refer to it whenever you want to feel uplifted or need a reminder of how much good there is in your life.

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Clear out a cupboard, draw or wardrobe. We all collect stuff over a period of time, some of which is useful and some of which we could easily live without. Keeping stuff we don’t use clutters up our space and lowers our energy vibration. So, don’t wait for spring to clear that cupboard out, set aside 30 minutes and get on with it!

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Contact an old friend to catch up or arrange a visit. Is there someone you haven’t talked to for ages or you only ever get around to sending a Christmas card to? Why not take the time to give them a call or send them a ‘snail mail’ letter? People always love to hear from old friends and it feels wonderful to surprise someone you care about.

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Before you go to bed write a list of all the good things that happened to you today. Keeping a ‘gratitude diary’ is a really good way to lift your spirits and focus on the positives in your life. Getting into the practice of noticing what makes you feel good will help you manifest more of what you want.

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Try changing one small habit today. Rather than trying to simply halt a behaviour, replace it with something new. For example, if you want to get fit, start by using the stairs rather than the lift or escalators. If you want to loose weight exchange your morning pastry for a piece of fruit. By making one small change at a time you can gradually build a new healthier set of habits!

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Tell a friend, relative or lover what you appreciate about them. Letting people we care about know that we appreciate them really increases the ‘feel good’ factor in your relationships. If you want to get really loved up, write a list of all the important people in your life. Look at each one in turn and write down 1-5 things you really appreciate about them. Then share your appreciation with everyone on your list and watch the love grow!

101 ‘Feel Good’ Things To Do FOR FREE!

Here is a list of 101 ‘feel good’ things to do FOR FREE! Well, some may cost you a little bit, but there are plenty to choose from that won’t cost you a penny and all have an in built ‘feel good’ factor.

If you want some inspiration or if you are feeling bored, unmotivated or restless, dip into the list and see what takes your fancy! If you have difficulty choosing an activity, pick your favourite five and write them on little pieces of paper. The fold them up and choose one at random. Have fun and let me know how you get on! If you think of anything else I can add to the list, please let me know. Freya ; )

1. Pay someone a compliment

2. Make a new friend by inviting them over for coffee

3. Re-pot or tend your house plants

4. Go through your paperwork

5. Visit a spiritual or religious place

6. Spend some time on your own

7. Organise a games night

8. Offer to do a skills swap

9. Practice a new language

10. Start a gratitude diary

11. Go window shopping

12. Look through old photos

13. Lie on the bed and daydream

14. Write a poem

15. Take a photo

16. Drop in on someone as a surprise

17. Give something away

18. Have an early night

19. Make a fire

20. Listen to a favourite album

21. Do a guided meditation or an inner journey

22. Go out and enjoy nature

23. Strike up a conversation with a stranger

24. Paint or draw a picture

25. Ask someone to dare you!

26. Clean out a cupboard or set of draws

27. Ask someone to teach you something new

28. Take some old things to charity

29. Give yourself a tarot reading

30. Make someone a gift or card

31. Do a random act of kindness

32. Write some affirmations and use one all day

33. Write a list of your goals for the next year

34. Create a treasure hunt for friends or children

35. Give something up for a week (eg TV, coffee, facebook, newspapers etc)

36. Make music with other people

37. Text a friend

38. Try a new recipe or dish

39. Go for a walk and explore your local area

40. Put on some jewelry or clothes you haven’t worn for ages

41. Join a self help group

42. Organise a clothes or book swap party

43. Contact a friend or relative you have lost touch with

44. Hug a tree

45. Do a spring clean

46. Feed some ducks

47. Mend something

48. Go fishing

49. Enroll on a free course

50. Do a ‘letting go’ ritual or ceremony

51. Ask a friend to recommend a book

52. Listen to an old record (CD or tape)

53. Ride a bike or go skating

54. Tell someone you love them

55. Meditate or do some yoga

56. Walk a dog

57. Journal your feelings

58. Write a real letter or post card to someone you care about

59. Go on a day trip and take a packed lunch

60. Make a wish list

61. Browse a music or book shop

62. Watch a foreign or arty film

63. Bake a cake or make some jam

64. Make something you haven’t made before

65. Ask a friend for a massage swap

66. Get books out from the library

67. Invite friends over for a girls’ or lads’ night

68. Email some good news to your friends and family

69. Pick up some litter

70. Visit a free museum or art gallery

71. Teach yourself something new

72. Go out for a coffee or a walk in the park and take a book

73. Do something you have been meaning to do for ages!

74. Volunteer for a local conservation group

75. Babysit for a friend or relative

76. Get dressed up or create a new outfit

77. Go through your wardrobe and get rid clothes you don’t wear

78. Work on an allotment or do some gardening

79. Phone a friend you haven’t spoken to in a while

80. Read an old diary

81. Write a list of all your achievements

82. Visit the mountains or sea

83. Do something silly like paint your face

84. Visit an elderly or sick relative

85. Volunteer at a community centre or youth club

86. Have a luxury scented bath with candles

87. Practice a musical instrument or sing

88. Spend a whole evening in bed

89. Visit a new place by bike or foot

90. Cook for friends or family

91. Start a dream journal

92. Arrange to see someone you have not seen for over a year

93. Have breakfast in bed!

94. Go for a moonlit walk

95. Volunteer on a helpline

96. Invite friends over for a boogie in your home

97. Enter a competition

98. Write a five year plan

99. Do a puzzle or quiz

100. Invite a friend over to watch a film

101. Get a pen pal from another country