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It seems that something positive was floating through the Twitterverse today, because so many of our favorite wellness experts felt inclined to offer up some wise words of wisdom, gratis! In case you missed it, we’ve put together a round-up of some of the best wellness tidbits on the web. Remember these words…
When you’re holding onto a grudge:
When you’re going through a struggle:
When you’re feeling down on yourself:
When you’re feeling stuck:
Life challenges you, tests you, and changes you. Time will make you a better version of yourself, but only if you let it. If someone asked you to choose between being happy and being sad, you wouldn’t have to think twice. So with our current Challenge in mind (see #4), it’s time to take on a positive outlook on your life and see all the possibilities.
Need some help getting a little more pep in your step? For words of advice, or just words of love, here are our favorite inspirational bloggers, websites and personalities that stimulate and invigorate. Ignite your life with just a few clicks a day! Pair with the wellness lifestyle for optimal living.
Gene-Manuel Whirling, artist and editor of The Whirling Blog, decided one day to stop daydreaming and start living. He found that one of the best parts of living was sharing experiences with others. In Gene’s world, Mondays are a fresh start, Fridays are a day for fun and sharing, and every day is a reminder to love yourself (you can subscribe to his Daily <3 Reminders for the full Whirling experience). When you share in Gene’s beautiful world, you leave a little bit and take a whole lot with you. Yesterday we asked Gene-Manuel if he had a message specifically for Spa Week Daily readers, and he did!
“You deserve the very best that life has to offer. Whether that involves a luxurious spa treatment, the perfect vacation spot, or just downtime with a loved one, it’s alright to take care of yourself! When you are JOY-FULL, you radiate that joy out into the Universe and everyone benefits. Love who you are.”
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Mastin Kipp created The Daily Love after a quest to find his true purpose. On his journey to find true happiness and inner peace, Mastin discovered an “inspirational buffet of knowledge” and started sharing. After a little twitter bird named Kim Kardashian suggested to her over 2 million followers that they should follow @TheDailyLove, they went from 1,000 followers to 10,000 overnight and now have over 300,000 followers. The Daily Love blends wisdom with style and delivers messages for a fast paced lifestyle, for insight and mentoring on the go. #TDL
“We at The Daily Love refer to the Universe as The Uni-verse. Why is this? We like to point out the obvious beauty in this simple word. Uni = one. Verse = song. Together, in all our own unique ways, we are all participating in One Song. We believe that underlying and orchestrating this One Song is a creative and benevolent Presence that has our best interest in mind.”
A writer and consciousness cheerleader, Margaret Nichols is a recognized leader and trainer in the Oneness Movement. The goal of “Oneness” is to “help set humanity free.” She has trained with monks in India and Fiji and now teaches in New York, as well as mentoring other trainers nationally. Margaret believes in vibing with the infinite expanse of our own grace and feels that wonderment should be more a common household than Wonderbread. She is teaching a higher state of consciousness in high heels, and we like that. Ohm!
“I want you to be enlightened. Like Buddha. Like, NOW. I’m here to help.”
Patricia Moreno is a pioneer of physical and spiritual transformation, and a leader in the global fitness and wellness industries. She is also Spa Week’s Empowered Living Expert and we featured her wildly inspiring 16 Rules to Living Empowered. Have you joined her Daily Affirmations Challenge and said YES I CAN? Patricia is founder of the unique motivational workout intenSati, and we can’t get enough of her positivity and can-do attitude! Patricia’s enthusiasm, energy, and belief that EVERYONE can live a life they love in a body they love are infectious.
“Patricia inspires people all over the world to live a life they love in a body they love… NOW!”
Erin Stutland lives in NYC and is a dancer turned actress turned motivator. Erin’s mission is to educate and empower people in a fun, entertaining, tell-it-like-it-is way. Erin is an inspirational mover and a shaker. She’s a life coach who works one-on-one to help people personally and professionally, and also offers her services through her hands-on and very affordable digital courses. She wants to move you mentally, spiritually, emotionally, financially, and physically – can you shake that?
“Instead of thinking about what might be nice someday (in your career, your body, your finances, your relationships), I am passionate about helping you do it, have it, and live it, moment to moment. It’s possible. It really is.”
We’ve all made excuses and said the “shoulda, coulda, woulda,” but Miriam Kamin, a freelance writer in Atlanta, decided to take control of her choices and her life. She accepts that she may not be living the life she had expected to, but she is embracing the life she is living (and wouldn’t have it any other way). Mariam is a little bit of all of us with struggles in love, work and just figuring out who you are and loving it.
“I’m living a life I never planned for but now cannot imagine being any other way. And yes—after all these years—I’m still writing my way through it, laughing at myself as much as possible, trying to make sure that I end up with only the right regrets.”
DailyGood was born when one college student started sharing inspiration with his friends by sending them an enriching quote every day. Today, DailyGood leverages the internet to promote positive and uplifting news around the world to more than 100,000 subscribers through its daily and weekly newsletters. Readers receive some form of inspiration including news stories, inspiring quotes, or a suggested positive action. The entire project is fully run by dedicated volunteers who contribute hundreds of hours. With all the spam in the world, we could all use a little good in our inboxes.
“The world is full of everyday heroes and true stories of transformation. They have helped sustain life down the ages in a multitude of ways, small, simple and profound. DailyGood aims to shine a light on these stories and in doing so to change the nature of our conversations. If it can spread a few smiles along the way it’s purpose is served.”
Leo Babauta is the creator and writer of Zen Habits. Zen Habits is about finding simplicity in the daily chaos of life. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. Zen Habits features articles on simplicity, health & fitness, frugality, family life, happiness, goals, and living in the moment. Any father of six kids should have some wisdom to share with the rest of us. Some of his most popular posts are titled “breathe.” “be still.” and “the barefoot philosophy.” We feel better already.
“Zen Habits is about finding simplicity in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness.”
Where is My Guru is a weekly online radio show and social media hub dedicated to advancing the melioration of individuals, communities and the environment. Each Friday Jessica Durivage, the founder, and partner-in-crime Diane Ferraro hosts a wide variety of guests walking their talk and sharing their vision. Their listener-ship is comprised of mindful individuals who are committed to making positive social change.
“We believe that through the power of our voices and intentions, we may enact the change we wish to see in the world. Our online social radio show brings a unique experience to the realm of online social media, providing a platform for people to speak their truth, share their wisdom, and LOL in real-time.”
Positively Positive is all about optimism and inspiration. It is about seeing the possibility within each person—and within each day gifted us. Their goal is simple: to bring uplifting voices and messages to our community every day. Their growing supply of blog posts, videos, and handpicked quotations are designed to remind us that there is good in every situation, and possibility in every person. Their contributors and guests hail from every conceivable walk of life, from Olympic Gold Medalists, to kids fighting for their lives, to everyday people wanting to make a difference in the world.
“We’re here every day to help keep your Positivity Tank topped off. And maybe you’ll find something here that brightens your day a little. Or maybe, just maybe, you’ll find something that changes your life.”
If you have an older brother, you’ll love this blog.
If you are an older brother, you’ll love this blog.
If you’ve ever wished you had an older brother, you’ll love this blog.
If you’ve never wished you had an older brother, you should probably read this blog to see why you should be wishing that you had an older brother.
http://olderbrothersadvice.wordpress.com
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Jacob Frommer , the author of Older Brother’s Advice, has 2 older brothers – the inspiration behind all his musings. Which mean his sister Rebecca, 25, has 2 older brothers and 1 younger one to be inspired by. To dig a little deeper, I got the little sister scoop and asked Rebecca: What was the best advice YOU ever got from your brothers?
Judah, 28 - Lead by example. He is so even keeled, very rational, and patient. He puts family first and always picks up my phone calls. He’s just one of those people that always seems to have the answers.
Sam, 26 - Age is nothing but a number. Friends, girlfriends, boyfriends whoever. He lets people in, and bonds with EVERYONE.
Jacob, 22 – Forge your own path. DO NOT CARE WHAT OTHERS THINK ABOUT YOU. This kid is not afraid to wear a woman’s vest and make it look good. Commit to a career in beer brewing while everyone expects him to go into finance. and write a blogpost, that he knoooows his mother is gonna read that says “Dont send your girlfriend texts of your ____”.
What’s the best advice you ever got from a sibling?
Between bottles, diapers, play dates, after-school activities and that whole “feeding them every day” thing… plus the blogging, working full-time jobs or running large companies… not to mention eating, sleeping and breathing… we know there’s no one in the world who deserves a day at the spa more than Mom.
We’ve got our mom radar on. Send in your mominations (scroll down), because we’ll be sending overworked, all-star, miracle mommies to the spa with $100 SPA WEEK® Gift Cards for some much needed relaxation, rejuvenation and ME-time.
Because in all honestly, if we weren’t insisting on relief from poopie surprises and math homework, what kind of spa company would we be?
We are proud to announce our very first honoree: Farah Silver
Farah with Max, 5, and Aileen, 7 months
Blog: Momfinds.com
Twitter: @MomFinds
Motto: Feed. Nap. Shop. Repeat.
Mominated by: Rebekah Rombom, editor at SheFinds.com, who wakes up at 6 am East Coast time to see Farah online too… still working on the West Coast. (That’s 3 am! Now, how long after that until Aileen wakes up?)
Why she deserves it: Lack of sleep is hazardous to your health. While there’s no substitute for a good night’s sleep, there’s some good news for Farah and all the other sleep-deprived moms out there: A massage has so many of the same fantastic health benefits as a good night’s sleep… from reducing stress, enhancing your immunity, making you smarter and more alert, and making you happier overall.
A Few Questions For Farah…
What is your #1 thing you love to do to relax and take time for yourself?
I TiVo my favorite shows and pick one night to watch them all. There’s nothing like a marathon of Top Chef, Project Runway, Modern Family, The Office and Community without interruption and commercials.
When’s the last time you went to the spa? Got a massage?
Almost a year since I’ve been to the spa. It’s been a few YEARS since I got a massage!
Best Mom advice you ever got?
Don’t sweat the small stuff. If there are dishes in the sink, it’s not the end of the world.
Best Mom advice you can give?
Everything is temporary.
Your other favorite mom blogs?
GoodyBlog, ModernMom
Best activity to do WITH the kids that relaxes you and the whole family?
We like to take little trips here and there. This past year we did a few mini getaways to Carlsbad for Legoland, Ventura and Hawaii. It’s nice to get away from the phones, TVs and computers and just hang out as a family. And we love to bake!
Farah, enjoy your well-deserved trip to the spa, and for goodness sake… get some sleep!
