Acceptance:

Yes, I am going through a tough time, be it sickness, loss of a loved one or a money issue. Just acceptance of it makes it more palatable and gives you the ability to look beyond. It helps you cross the bridge from living in the problem to seeking a solution. Simply saying it aloud to yourself is acknowledgement and most importantly telling yourself that it's OK.  

Courage:

Learning to live for the moment, not in worry of the past or the anxiety of the future but a few breaths in the pure present can give you courage for just that very day. There are times when finding truckloads of courage is tough, you will be amazed at the simple power of a spoonful. Add to it a beautiful smile and you almost guarantee yourself a powerful day. 

Ease:

doing at least 3-5 things everyday that add ease to your heart. I do not mean making life easy but doing something that makes your core smile. Like I listen to my favourite music early in the morning so that my body picks up the rhythm and let's it play in my head all day. A little extra sprinkle of sugar or spoon of honey, an extra long hug with your loved one or a call to your sunshine pal whose simple hello can add a glow.

Let go:

this is an important one, only when you let go is there space for new. Allow a break down there's nothing wrong with a crumble it has a high possibility of giving you a break through. Dance like no one is watching so that the energy and emotion can be released. Run like there's no stopping so that the thoughts can be left behind. Write, if neither of these can be done. Release the pent up energy so you are free and new. 

Communicate:

most importantly with yourself, saying that you are doing the best in the very moment and that you may feel like you are in a dark cloud but they are the ones that give rain. All of us love the happy times but the tough ones are those that truly shape us. They help us rise beyond our capacity and expand our hearts to do more. I am learning to appreciate the tough days and sometimes the so called 'difficult people' because they simply help me reflect and rise. Share with complete honesty with at least one dear one so that their support and clarity can clear your lens.

Nothingness:

a few fleeting moments of thoughtlessness and drifting can ease up a long day. A little power nap, listening to birds, a few blessed minutes of your favourite practice (mine is reiki) can help you tide over long endless night or perhaps drop the latent exhaustion. 

Chanting:

nothing beats the power of a prayer. The constant flow of a chant can purify a space and simply negate what is not needed. It can change your breathing, and empower you with clarity. I may not sing like a nightingale but i do feel like one when lost in its flow. 

Love:

above all yourself. Do not forget your being when your in the thick striving towards making it all meaningful. Take a long look in the mirror, pat your back, send some love and smiles to make it easy. See the twinkle in your eyes because it is what will turn the tide over. 

I have learnt from my teacher that 'Courage Has Magic' and those three words have helped me tide over from the smallest to the biggest hurdles. So cheers to us parents because we are born magic makers!