Dearest ,

It's been a whirlwind, hasn't it? I blinked, and a whole month passed since my last email. Life's been chaotic on my end, as we had to move out of our house right before Christmas due to a Thanksgiving weekend flood. The chaos has been quite the challenge (I shared more here). Amidst it all, I've discovered pockets of calmness and peace when I intentionally take time for myself.

In the midst of this storm, I find solace in the quiet moments. They've become a refuge, a reminder that even in chaos, there's a center of peace we can access. It's a theme that resonates deeply with my upcoming book on soulful self-care. Learning to care for myself amid chaos has been a profound journey. Like the eye of the storm, finding your center can bring peace even when everything around you is in tumult.

Allow me to share a snippet from my book:

"Someone once said that prayer is when we ask for what we need, and meditation is how we listen and receive the answers to life's questions, there is profound truth. Amidst the recent chaos, I've found myself in moments of prayer and meditation, discovering peace within my life's storm."

I believe that taking time for yourself doesn't need to be time-consuming; it just takes a moment of choosing, choosing to go within instead of getting caught up in the storm around you.

Here are three simple tips for finding your calm within the chaos:

1. Breathe, Just Breathe 🌬️: Take a few deep breaths. Inhale tranquility, exhale chaos. Repeat until you feel a sense of calm.
2. Nature Breaks 🌿: Spend a few minutes outdoors. Whether it's a stroll in the park or a moment in your backyard, nature has a soothing effect.
3. Mindful Moments ⌛: Dedicate a moment to mindfulness. It could be a short meditation, a few moments of silence, or even savoring a mindful cup of tea.

Remember, within the chaos, you possess the power to create your calm.

Wishing you moments of peace and self-discovery.

I'm eager to know how life has been treating you lately. Feel free to hit reply and share your updates with me.

Sending warmth and tranquility your way,

Charity xoxo