Don't Skip Breakfast – For Your Soul

JUST FOR TODAY:  Make sure that you enjoy some type of nourishment for your soul this morning.  Be creative with what you can give your Self in just a few minutes.

Doy you have a morning routine of Intuitive Self-Care?  This is an excellent way to set the stage for your day.  Perhaps you spend a few minutes journaling each morning, reading an inspirational book, writing affirmations, watching the sunrise, or meditating.  What happens if you oversleep, or your kids need extra attention, or you are otherwise unable to complete your typical Self-Care?  You may be tempted to skip it altogether, telling yourself that you just don't have the time.  Be creative, and find the time to enjoy a part of your routine, even if it's a condensed version.  Maybe you're feeling rushed to get to an early appointment, but you can journal, read or write affirmations during a mid-morning break.  As you are on your morning commute, you can pause to notice the sunrise and other beauty around you.  You can also meditate with your eyes open, by listening to peaceful music and focusing on your breath.  A little bit of food for your soul is better that none at all.  Even if it's nourishment that you're not quite used to, at a later time of day.  With an infusion of Intuitive Self-Care, you'll be better able to make intuitive choices throughout your day.

©2010 by "Dr. Dorie" McCubbrey, M.S.Ed., Ph.D. – Eating Disorder & Obesity Treatment Specialist – Denver, Colorado