I like going outside the lines, because for me creativity, innovation, and magic happen outside the lines. On the other hand, some people prefer staying inside the lines because it helps them to calm and center their system. We all have an innate tolerance for chaos (unpredictability) and imposed external order (predictability) though the proportions…
DetailsI have noticed that my mind sometimes wanders when my system is overloaded and needs a break. It is as if my brain is saying, “That is enough! I am out of here! I need a mini vacation!” When this happens, even though my body is still in the room, my mind leaves the premises.…
DetailsProcrastination can be a way of mobilizing internal panic, but why would anyone want to mobilize internal panic? Panic dumps adrenalin into the system, which can help focus your mind, and ultimately summon you into action. Think of first responders. Unfortunately, this approach places you in the non-thinking part of the mind, which makes it…
DetailsAll of our minds are wired differently, which means we also have a different tolerance for the opposite states of chaos (unpredictability) and imposed external order (predictability). Finding that balance point (your own), I feel, is the key to success. Some people need a great amount of order to feel safe and activate their conscious…
DetailsEveryone is intuitive; the challenge is learning how to accurately decode the information you receive. Often people try to decode everything mentally instead of learning how to use their breath to slow down the information and use their body sensations to reflect and decode the information. I find the first ICWIB activity Just Scribble is…
DetailsDo you see yourself as a victim of your genes or do you prefer to work on becoming the master of your mind? Do you take responsibility for your life and have the capacity to see the gifts and growth opportunities your current challenges have to offer? Or do you prefer to ditch responsibility and…
DetailsThis statement reminds me of something my father once said to me and has helped me maneuver many a difficult decision throughout my life. He said, “There is only one person’s approval you need in this world. Make sure you can face that person in the mirror in the morning.” I feel this statement is…
DetailsIt doesn’t matter if you are young or old, rich or poor, in challenging times it is important for everyone to drop their invisibility capes and step firmly into his or her authentic nature. This is because when you stand in your true self, your mere presence alone makes a difference. The ICWIB Program has…
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