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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 1 – “Know Better”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 1 – “Know Better”

Today’s Body Connection: Maya Angelo once said to Oprah Winfrey, “We can only do better if we know better.” Transformation begins with awareness. When we acknowledge the need to shift, a light is turned on within our consciousness. It could be the first moment when we put on our shirt and it doesn’t fit, or maybe when our belts need an extra hole. We can tell ourselves that the “dryer monster” purposely shrunk our jeans, or we’re a little bloated from all the water we drank, but we know better. It’s time to get moving and stop making excuses. We know it’s time to do “put downs and push a ways.” Put down the fork and push away from the table. No more, “I did not know,” or “No one told me.” Your inner self is telling you. You know, but have just turned a blind eye to the problem. Today is your day to transform your life and it begins with the awakening.

Today’s Meditative Thought: The answer is always the same: we have forgotten our connection to God. Maya Angelo’s statement, “We can only do better if we know better,” is our pathway to transformation. You are the master of your existence and only you can transform your life. You have power within you, and you always have. Transformation is an inside job that can only be achieved by you. Once you begin to take responsibility for your life, you will see the growth.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, be the master of your existence and take charge of your life. Take a moment before your practice, and own it. You know better so you will do better. Ask during your workout or you meditation, “How can I do better?”

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment… just for this breath, I am the master of my destiny, and I am filled with infinite possibilities. And so I am, and so I let it be. 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: “Remember” Day 15 – “Low State or High State”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 15 – “Low State or High State”

Today’s Body Connection: Remember, living a healthy life is based on awareness, a divine mindfulness that you cannot separate the mind from the body and the body from the spirit. It is all connected. Health and fitness is a higher state of consciousness. When we eat, we must remember that it is a spiritual experience. Not only do we pray and thank God for the food we are about to receive, but eating is also about nourishment of the body-temple, home of your spirit. Our fitness has more than a superficial meaning, if we choose. There is a difference between working out to know your divinity and working out to get into your skinny jeans. It’s not about wrong our or right, just different levels of consciousness. It’s about our awareness and our intentions. To know your divine self is a high state of consciousness; to drop a dress size or two is a low state of consciousness. The higher state will always bring us inner peace, while the lower state’s recompense is fleeting and disappointing. Choose the higher state.

Today’s Meditative Thought: The low state of consciousness is when we are asleep to the greatness that is within ourselves. The high state of consciousness is when this greatness is activated and in use. Today is the day we wake up and set the planet ablaze. It is time to transform our world and it begins with you.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember you can be in a low state of consciousness or a high state of consciousnesses. Today is a day of awareness. Stay awake!

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember the time to transform is now. And so it is. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 12 – “It’s Already Within You ”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 12 – “It’s Already Within You ”

Today’s Body Connection: Have you ever said to yourself, “I will do that when I get healthier” or “I will take that dance class when I lose 15 pounds” ? Remember, the road to failure is paved with good intentions. One of the greatest challenges for transformation is procrastination. You can’t circle “one day” on the calendar. What are you waiting for? Health and fitness is already within you. Our birthright is to live a life that is vigorous and full of vitality. You have the power within you to do everything you set your mind to; it’s time to move your feet. Today, the waiting game stops. Understand that everything you are reaching for is already inside you; every goal and intention can only be fulfilled by understanding that you already have everything you need. You and your connection to God is the answer. Train as if you are already at your ideal body weight. Dance as if you have already dropped 15 pounds. Move with the mindset, “It is already done.”

Today’s Meditative Thought: When God created you; God poured every divine quality into you, leaving nothing out. You are a masterpiece, God’s divine idea. The Universe loves you so much that it created you, empowered you, and set you free to be you. Allow God to show up as your perfect self. Stop apologizing for being who you are. Celebrate your uniqueness; only you can do you, so do it big. Remember, everything you need is already in you.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember that everything is within you. You are missing nothing. Turn within to find your way. Spend time in meditation to allow your divine self to show up as you. Today is the day you stop waiting and begin doing everything that is on your “One Day” list.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember that I have everything that I need. 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: “Remember” Day 1 – “You Are the Light of God ”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 1 – “You Are the Light of God ”

The Body Connection: Remember, when you exercise the body-temple, you radiate a glowing light. Your aura shines a brightness that everyone can see. Have you ever run into someone after a great workout and their response been something like, “You look amazing!” or “You’re glowing!”? That is your light of God shining through and as you, activated be your physical practice. When you get your blood moving and elevate your heart rate, there is a natural radiance of heath and fitness that cannot be denied. Today, get your eternal glow by participating in your physical practice.

Meditative Thought: You are a gift to this planet and you have said yes to a mission that only you can do. The Universe supports your vision, so step out and boldly approach your destiny. Bring God’s light through your gifts and talents. Let your light shine.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember that you are the light of God and that you are meant to let that light shine. Take a breath, be still, and contemplate what it means to shine your light as God. Morning, noon, and night take five to ten minutes to meditate and cultivate the light that is you.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember that I am the light of God and I shine brightly everywhere I go. And so I am.

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 25 “Surrender to Joy”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 25 “Surrender to Joy”

The Body Connection: I invite you to find your divine happiness in every moment when training the body-temple. Connect with your inner joy as you walk, run, and lift weights. Sometimes you need to take your mind off the work that you are doing and connect with the source of all things. Put on your favorite song or inspirational tape to uplift your vibration. Find an exercise class and connect with a community. Fellowship and a feeling of belonging is always a great tool to activate your inner bliss. Dissociate the discomfort of working-out and go within to a place were peace lives. Find your Joy; it is always available for activation.

Meditative Thought: Do you know what activates Joy in your life? Do you know what allows you to connect with your inner happiness? Joy is a divine quality that comes from our connection with the Universal presence of God. It is who and what we are. In our fast-paced world we must slow down and remember Joy, remember God. When we are challenged with finding our Joy, it is a direct inability to connect with God. To find our Joy we must slow down, be still, and know the Joy within. Yes, there are external sources that help to activate Joy, but it is our stillness that helps us to be aware that Joy is present. Whatever brings you Joy, surrender and become one with it; do it everyday. Joy is a spiritual quality that can be experienced when we know what activates it. Allow Joy to be your anchor, your strength through the challenging times.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, surrender to Joy. Set the intention to find your Joy no matter what. Support your practice with anything that activates your divine happiness. Make a list of what activates Joy within and participate in it. Before meditation, play your favorite song. Before or after your workout, read a short passage from your favorite book that inspires you. Joy is the up-leveler of your vibration; connect with your inner Joy today.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, the Joy of the Lord is my strength. Amen

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

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 24 “Relax”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 24 “Relax”

The Body Connection: While transforming your body-temple, one of the most important elements is rest and relaxation. Our body-temples can only get stronger during times of rest. When we are in the process of a physical and spiritual transformation, growth can only happen after the work is done and inner peace is achieved. There must be a relaxed, serene spirit, a surrendering of the soul, for the shift to happen. Become the work that you have done; embody the definition of fitness; this is the yin-yang experience. There must be a perfect balance doing/becoming. Relax into the transformation, breathe into the growth, and resonate with the work that you have done.

Meditative Thought: The nature of God is so perfect we do not need to make “it” happen or improve upon it; we only need to allow it to happen. Relax and see the wondrous spirit of the Universe unfold.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, release the work of trying to make “it” happen; allow God to happen as your life. During your meditation or your physical workout, repeat the mantra, “God has this; I only need to allow it to happen.”

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I am the divine presence of God; therefore I allow God to happen as 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 12 “Surrender and Forgive”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT: Surrendering – Day 12 “Surrender and Forgive”

The Body Connection: It’s time to start again. So what, you fell off your diet and you haven’t worked out in days. It’s time to forgive yourself and move on. When we choose to transform the body, there will always be successes and challenging times. It does not matter if you fall, it maters that you get up and keep trying. The body is a temple, housing your essence. It needs your daily practice. Health and fitness is your birthright and it is time to claim it. Surrender your self-sabotage, forgive your shortcomings, and push the restart button.

Meditative Thought: Unforgiveness blocks of the flow of God within our lives. The only thing holding us back from the fullness of the Universal flow is our inability to forgive others and ourselves. Transformation begins with love. We have two choices: we can love ourselves through the transformation or continue to beat ourselves up. The choice is ours.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, examine the areas of your life that are in need of forgiveness. Make the decision to release and move on. As you explore your life, journal about what you find. It’s important to remove all your mental and spiritual blocks so your body’s transformation is filled with ease and grace.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I stand in the spirit of grace and I am forgiven. My body is the living expression of the Universe. Amen

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DAILY SPIRITUAL NUGGET: 31 Days of Surrendering to God – Day 3 “God As the Pilot”

DAILY SPIRITUAL NUGGET: 31 Days of Surrendering to God – Day 3 “God As the Pilot”

Meditative Thought: We must stop telling God how to be God. That job has been taken since the beginning of time. When we release the need to be the commander of this ship known as life, travel will become easier. God does not need a co-pilot, just a willing passenger excited for the ride.

Today’s Spiritual Assignment: Today, allow God to be the pilot of your ship. It might sound simple, but when you are faced with a fork in the road, ask your higher self which path to take. At the end of your day, journal your experience and reflect on any insight that may come up.

Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, my life is infused with the Holy Spirit and all is well. Amen

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