Journal Topic - Positivity

Quote

In order to carry a positive action we must develop a positive vision. ~Dalai Lama
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Discussion

Every new year people make resolutions to "fix" something about themselves they do not like. Focusing on what is "wrong" with them or something that is "wrong" in their life.  Most resolutions have faded or outright failed since the first of the year because most resolutions are started with negative mindset. Before one can change their life they must change their mindset.

Prompts

Sunday - Read the quote out loud. What is your initial reaction? Why? What about this quote do you agree with? Disagree with? 

Monday -  What does positivity mean for you?

Tuesday - How does this apply to your life right now in this moment? 

Wednesday - When thinking about what you want to change in your life and the reason behind it, how can you make it more positive? Consider the New Year's resolutions you've made in the past and how you phrased them.

Thursday - Watch your internal dialogue. What words did you use today that were negative, that made you feel shame, guilt, sad, etc. Tomorrow practice changing your internal dialogue.

Friday - How did you change your internal dialogue today? Did you find this difficult? Why? 
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Saturday - After reflecting over the last week, what is your reaction to this quote now? What changed? What stayed the same?

Stone - Clear Quartz

Quartz has many properties. There are many spiritual beliefs and historical uses of quartz. The Japanese believed it is the perfect jewel and believed it to be a symbol of purity. Many indigenous cultures believed that Quartz were living entities. In Central and South America, skulls made from Quartz were believed to be the dwelling places of deceased gods and ancestors. Quartz can be used for many things: amplifying energies of other stones; meditation and spiritual awareness; opening chakras; and enhancing dreams. 

Quartz is known as a ‘feel better’ stone. It can help bring joy and happiness, and give you renewed energy. It can channel energy, so you can use it to bring positivity and light. It can help one focus.  It relieves negativity. It is also the healing crystal, so you can use it to help you overcome whatever hardship may be hindering you from finding joy and remaining positive. 

Quartz does not have fixed properties as other stones do. You can meditate with it, focus on your intention/goal, and thus ‘program’ it to help you achieve that goal. This makes quartz a powerful stone to help you visualize your goals, remain positive, and attain your goals.  

Affirmation: I am energized. I am positive and dispel negativity. I can overcome obstacles and heal. I can attain my goals. 
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Essential Oil/Herb - Peppermint

Peppermint oil is a powerful herb. One of its active ingredients is menthol.  It helps relieve indigestion and gastrointestinal issues. It is also a decongestant, stimulates circulation, helps reduce fevers, and relieves achy muscles and joints. 

Peppermint brings happiness and joy to the heart and soul. It helps one not be controlled by fear. It helps one have the strength to deal with emotional issues. When you are feeling discouraged or despair, use Peppermint to help you find joy in every day.

Ways to use Peppermint:

• Put a drop of peppermint essential oil in your hands. Rub together and inhale deeply.
• Try a blend of peppermint and lavender in a diffuser. 
• Drink peppermint tea
  
• ​Make a rollerball blend with coconut oil, peppermint and orange for uplifting.