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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 22 “Humility”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 22 “Humility”

The Body Connection: One of the things that we strive for is balance, physically, mentally, and spiritually. During our journey toward a more fit life, balance or the lack of balance can bring us to a place of humility. Have you ever been in a yoga class and a very challenging yoga pose has brought you to your knees? And those squats and lunges during your strength-training sessions can challenge you beyond belief. Even the simple act of standing on one foot with your eyes closed will show you the need to work on your balance. The secret to achieving balance is to become the balance, and that is an inside job. When working on your physical practice, remind yourself that balance comes from a place of center within. Not matter what form of balance you are striving for; it comes from inside of you. Balance is a feeling that can only be achieved in the practice of stillness. True balance is achieved when we humble ourselves to the practice of mindfulness. Stay teachable as you awaken to the balance that is within you.

Meditative Thought: Humility is fully surrendering to God, allowing us to be teachable to the lesson that we have said yes to. Because we are the likeness, and an idea in the mind of God, we are not limited to the growth we can experience. The lesson today is humility to feel balanced. Every lesson leads us to a deeper awareness for God within, which is always in order and balanced.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remain teachable; humble yourself to the divine lessons of life. Mindfully ask the question, “What am I to learn from this situation?” or “What is seeking to emerge from this challenge?” When the answers come, write in down so you don’t forget. During your time of the physical, mental, our spiritual practices, explore, contemplate and cultivate these expansive questions. Keep a record of all you divine downloads; this record of enlighten can be used in moments of forgetfulness.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I say yes to the expansion of my soul. I am humble and teachable and ready to learn. And so it is. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach
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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 21 “Fully Committed”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 21 “Fully Committed”

The Body Connection: When we think of the main components of fitness, we must remember stretching. A fully committed practice incorporates not just the part we like but every element: cardio, strength training, mindful eating, and stretching. After working the body we must remember that stretching not only helps the healing, but it also allows our limbs to have a greater range of motion. I call stretching the appetizer and the desert of fitness. A divine stretch should sandwich each workout. Upon waking, a large glass of water and a morning stretch are a great way to start your day. One of the greatest tools for stretching is Yoga, the physical preparation for meditation; but remember, you do not have to attend a yoga class to practice yoga. Any time is a good time for a downward dog. If you want a body-temple that moves with ease and grace, commit to increasing its flexibility. Jump in fully and surrender to every aspect that is required to be fit; stretching is the key that can open the door to a new way of life.

Meditative Thought: Reverend Cheryl Ward once said to me, “You cannot jump into the river and get a little wet.” We must understand that we can’t just play in the river of life a little. Once we have said yes, we must fully commit to the journey. When we have one foot in the door and one foot out, we create a life of confusion and frustration. God is calling us to a place of full surrender. Because our life is the life of Spirit, let go and let God be your life.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, jump into the river and begin to swim with the stroke of devotion. Fully commit to your practice, whether it be physical, mental, or spiritual. Fully surrender and jump in with no hesitation. Move with a full heart.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I jump into the ocean of devotion and I am wet with God’s love. And so it is. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 20 “True Strength Training, True Healing”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 20 “True Strength Training, True Healing”

The Body Connection: The purpose of resistance training is to strengthen your muscles, joints, and skeletal system by placing stress on the body. With the use of weights; bands and or your own body weight, this physical practice breaks down the body so that during rest time, it gets stronger. Resistance training is important to combat obesity, fatigue, osteoporosis and any physical disease that we might experience. Like spiritual work, strength training sometimes is neglected because of lack of knowledge. You don’t need a gym, just your willingness to get strong. The simple act of standing and sitting in a chair or walking steps will make all the difference. Here are a few easy ways to strengthen you temple. Try standing and sitting in a chair 20 times, 3 time a day. Guess what? You are doing squats. Take the step instead of the elevator; you are build strong legs. Try 2 or 3 standing push-ups. Face the wall with yours hand on the wall, bend and straiten your elbow to complete a push up or what I call a push away. Feel the power that lives in you. Just 10 sit-ups, 3 times a day will activate healing in the body. That old set of dumbbells in the closet or the garage is calling your name. You can always take baby steps. Once you begin your practice you will feel better; you will see yourself in a new light, and that is true healing. This physical activity also allows us to connect with our inner strength. Today, I invite you to start your strength training.

Meditative Thought: When we think of healing, most of us think of the physical, but true healing is always about the spirit. What block our revelation of inner strength are old paradigms that there is something wrong. The truth is every practice, mental, physical, and spiritual are design for us to know our own divinity. But surrendering to a divine idea comes at a price. We must let go of everything and everyone that no longer serves the purpose of our growth.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, allow true healing to be your vision. Begin a resistance-training program with the intention to connect with your inner strength. Before or after your meditation, do a push up, sit up and or squat. Connect your physical strength with your spiritual strength.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, every step I take is infused with the power of God. I allow my highest potential to come forth as I live my greatest life yet to be seen. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 19 “Self-Healing”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 19 “Self-Healing”

The Body Connection: Cardiovascular training is the physical practice of strengthening and healing the heart, the body’s most important muscle. The heart is the only vital organ that we cannot live without if it is not moving. Most of my clients come to me with little or no experience in cardio training so here are some suggestions for improving your cardiovascular health.

1. Find an activity you like, such as walking, running, cycling, rollerblading, dancing or boot camp; it doesn’t matter which one you choose; just get the heart moving. 2. Doing this activity for 20 to 30 minutes three times a week is a good start, with a goal of five days of cardio. But a daily dose of activity is king. 3. Every time you breathe in and breathe out say the mantra, “I inhale self-healing, I exhale wholeness.” The intention to get your lungs full of oxygen and to pump the blood will burn calories and fat and strengthen the body-temple, and that is the ultimate self-healer.

Meditative Thought: Because we are one in God, we must be willing to take care of our self with love and self-healing. We must learn to be a lover of our own mind, body, and soul. But the truth is, God’s love is so much deeper than our human caretaking. Everything we do to take care of our self has a deeper spiritual meaning to it; we participate in the divine plan that is our life.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, go deeper with your self-care. Recognize God in the blessings of taking care of your self. A massage is fellowship with spirit. A nice soothing bath is a baptism of our spirit. A day off from the human grind of work is a day that we can play in the mind of God. A walk or jog in the park, is a deep communion with the Universe and it is great cardio. Today, be mindful of the activity you are participating in.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I surrender to the caretaking of my body-temple because I deserve it. My mind, body, and spirit are fueled by love, and it is good. I activate my self-healing. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 18 “The Greatest Lesson”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 18 “The Greatest Lesson”

The Body Connection: Allow your fitness to be your greatest lesson. The body will tell you everything you need to know. If you are in good health, you feel amazing. And when you are experiencing challenges in the body-temple, it will let you know it. We must remember that the body is always neutral, so don’t judge it. Our body will only operate from our intention. The most important thing we can remember is to not hold our bodies accountable for the decisions we have made. The next great body lesson is to love yourself no matter what size you are. Loving yourself unconditionally is the great lesson, so embrace it fully.

Meditative Thought: One of the greatest lessons in life is the surrender to the impersonal nature of God. God simply is. God does not play the favorites game. The mind of God is always bestowing infinite blessings upon us all. God does not reward or punish based on the way we act. The absolute presence of God is just that: absolute. There is no duality. God does not show grace to some and not to others; we only need to open our heart and receive. Our consciousness is the only thing that holds us back from the abundant flow of the Universe. We must surrender to the fact that God is in the blessing business.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, be open to the lesson of self-love your body provides. During your workout, repeat the mantra, “I love my self as I transform my self.”

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I am open and receptive to the blessing of the Universe. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 17 “Not My Will”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 17 “Not My Will”

The Body Connection: It is the will of the Universe for us to be healthy and full of life. The sole purpose of fitness is to elevate body challenges, so that we may be fit to live out our divine vision. When the body is in shape, we move and live in a place of grace, allowing the fullness of God to be seen and shared. Today is your day to get moving. It does not matter what you do, but you need to do something. Take a walk around the block, but walk with a purpose—divine purpose. Put pep in your step. You have a vision to fulfill; don’t let an unhealthy lifestyle stand in your way. Your body temple was created to support your spiritual work not hinder it.

Meditative Thought: Jesus said, “Not my will but thine be done.” When that master teacher spoke those divine words, it became a call to surrender, an invitation to allow God to be his everything. God’s will is the most powerful thing that one can surrender to. The will of God is to be more of itself as us—more love, more power, more compassion, more joy expressing as our life.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, anchor yourself in the will of God. Allow your will to become God’s will. During your meditation, touch base with you divine purpose. Ask God to show you its will for the body, mind, and spirit. There is a plan; it only needs to be revealed in your consciousness.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I allow God’s will to be my primary intention for my life. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 16 “Water Flowing”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 16 “Water Flowing”

The Body Connection: Good health is like a flowing river of water. Once it gets going, it’s hard to stop it, but the goal is to get it going. Like water, health and fitness surrounds us. When you say yes to a healthier way of life, God shows up. Be open to a life filled with well-being and allow the Universe to support you. When your consciousness is in alignment with fitness, you will see it everywhere you go. You will have ample opportunity to play in the field of health. Just say yes to turn on the fountain and bring a big cup.

Meditative Thought: God’s love and blessings are always flowing; we only need to be still and surrender to the moment. Like a fountain that is always flowing, blessings and divine gifts are constantly ready to pour forth, but I control the faucet. I can turn the water on a little or full force; the control comes from my consciousness.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, surrender to the flow of God, allowing the waters to run free. Ask the Universe where and how you need to participate in your practices of fitness. During a time of contemplative meditation, allow Spirit to support and anchor your decision to be healthy.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I surrender to the flow of God. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 15 “Commune With Your Higher Self”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 15 “Commune With Your Higher Self”

The Body Connection: The number one reason that transformation becomes an unpleasant experience is that it does not have a divine connection or purpose. It doesn’t matter what form of exercise we do; if it does not have real meaning, it becomes a chore. When working out, commune with your higher self. A bicep curl or a lunge is much more effective when done for a deeper reason than to fit into your skinny jeans. Yes, looking good is a motivation, but there has to be more. As we begin to know our true inner spirit, our reasoning for taking care of our body becomes greater than the desire for a smaller dress size; it’s because we understand who and what we are and that we are worth all of the hard work.

Meditative Thought: We go to God to commune with God; nothing else. When we surrender to a daily practice of deep fellowship with Spirit, our life has meaning. Communion with God is the greatest spiritual tool we can incorporate within our lives. Everything we do has a divine purpose; we only need to fellowship with the Universe to know it.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, bless your journey with a deep fellowship. During your exercise recovery time, remind yourself that you do this because of who you are.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I bless my journey with a deep fellowship in the Spirit. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 14 “Surrender to Seeing Love”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 14 “Surrender to Seeing Love”

The Body Connection: The daily physical practice of exercise can be challenging until we surrender to love. Find an exercise regimen that speaks to you. Take the time to explore the different opportunities to strengthen your body-temple. There are so many options, like yoga, dancing, weight training, Pilates, walking, and/or running, but you have to find one you like. When your physical practice becomes a chore, there is a higher probability that you won’t stick to it. You can’t win if you are not in. It is the energy of love that will keep you active and committed.

Meditative Thought: God only knows Love; therefore all blessings come from a place of Love. Each situation is a reminder of Love or an invitation to surrender to Love. Focus on finding the highest consciousness in your exercise time. If it’s a challenge, ask the Universe to make itself known to you. The Love is present everywhere; we just need to open our eyes.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, surrender to the practice of seeing Love. Set the intention to find the Divine in the physical. Every time you are aware of Love, make a record of it in your journal. When life throws you a loop, refer to your list.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I surrender my life to Love. I am open and available to seeing the Universal flow as I transform my life. And so it is. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 13 “Surrender to the Mind of God”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 13 “Surrender to the Mind of God”

The Body Connection: Our body is the human incarnation of the mind of God and it requires a physical practice. Its condition is based on the commitment to taking care of it. Daily exercise, mindful eating, and an affirmative mind are the keys to holistic transformation. Every day is a great day to start; just commit and set the intention to be mindful of your physical incarnation of the Divine.

Meditative Thought: There are times we cannot experience the goodness of life. Our human condition is so overwhelming and we think that nothing will change. We must surrender to the mind of God. Wholeness is a consciousness we can only see with the eyes of God. As we physically transform our body, we must align our thinking with the Universe. We must build a consciousness that allows us to receive our blessings.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, surrender to the work that builds a consciousness to receive kindness and compassion. Along with the physical practice of exercise and mindful eating, prayer and meditation is as important for the transformation. Before you start your daily physical routine, take the time to be still, say a prayer, and anchor your awareness in the Divine.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, the power of God is in?? my life. I am blessed and highly favored. My body is the expression of the Universe and wholeness is the order of the day. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach

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