<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Modern Day Wise Woman</title> <atom:link href="https://reneemullingslewis.com/tag/friends/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://reneemullingslewis.com</link> <description>Renée Mullings-Lewis | Self-Love Coach & Intuitive Wise Woman </description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2015 07:18:46 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-CA</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <item> <title>5 GREAT REASONS WHY YOU DESERVE MORE ME TIME</title> <link>https://reneemullingslewis.com/5-great-reasons-why-you-deserve-more-me-time/</link> <comments>https://reneemullingslewis.com/5-great-reasons-why-you-deserve-more-me-time/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Mullings-Lewis]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 31 May 2014 13:32:56 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[mind]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Self-Love]]></category> <category><![CDATA[dare to be fearlessly you]]></category> <category><![CDATA[divine]]></category> <category><![CDATA[energy healing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[friends]]></category> <category><![CDATA[me-time]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Modern Day Wise Woman]]></category> <category><![CDATA[reiki]]></category> <category><![CDATA[relationships]]></category> <category><![CDATA[renee mullings-lewis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-empowerment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-help]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-love coaching]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spirituality]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Toronto]]></category> <category><![CDATA[women]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://reneemullingslewis.com/?p=5526</guid> <description><![CDATA[It’s not always easy finding time for yourself. Instead we must make a conscious effort to ‘make me time’. Said in other words we must make self-love practice a priority in our lives Here’s why. 1. You’ll Be Healthier: People who make time for self-love are physically and emotionally healthier than those who do […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://reneemullingslewis.com/5-great-reasons-why-you-deserve-more-me-time/spa-relaxing/" rel="attachment wp-att-5535"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-5535" src="http://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/woman-me-time-modern-day-wise-woman.jpg" alt="me time - modern day wise woman" width="645" height="430" srcset="https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/woman-me-time-modern-day-wise-woman.jpg 4992w, https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/woman-me-time-modern-day-wise-woman-600x400.jpg 600w, https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/woman-me-time-modern-day-wise-woman-300x200.jpg 300w, https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/woman-me-time-modern-day-wise-woman-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px" /></a></h1> <div class="gmail_default"> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">It’s not always easy finding time for yourself. Instead we must make a conscious effort to<em><strong> ‘make me time’.</strong></em> Said in other words we must make self-love practice a priority in our lives Here’s why.</span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div class="gmail_default"></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>1. You’ll Be Healthier:</strong> People who make time for self-love are physically and emotionally healthier than those who do not – They are able to handle life’s up and overall live longer, healthier lives.</span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>2. You’ll Be More Compassionate:</strong> Those who make time for self-love are more compassionate towards themselves – They find it easier to let go of the past and move on to live happier lives.</span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>3. You’ll Be More Resilient:</strong> Those who make time for self-love are more resilient than those who do not – They more frequently see failures as an opportunity for growth and move into action quickly, rather than seeing failure as a character flaw or barrier.</span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>4. You’ll Feel More Fulfilled:</strong> Those who make time for self-love feel better about themselves and their lives than who do not. They spend less time ‘struggling’, suffering and seeking. – They no longer chase fulfillment in the arms of others, in the latest trends, caught up in the game of materialism; and instead find joy from within and naturally attract what they want to them.</span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div> <div class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><strong>5. You’ll Live With Fewer Regrets:</strong> Those who make time for self-love die with fewer regrets than those who do not. They are more adept at being in the present moment, following their hearts, taking risks and doing what please them. They are not waiting to live, the are alive and living NOW.</span></div> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://reneemullingslewis.com/5-great-reasons-why-you-deserve-more-me-time/self-love-coach-energy-healer-modern-day-wise-woman/" rel="attachment wp-att-5528"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-5528" src="http://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/self-love-coach-energy-healer-modern-day-wise-woman.jpg" alt="self-love coach energy healer modern day wise woman" width="645" height="429" srcset="https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/self-love-coach-energy-healer-modern-day-wise-woman.jpg 1539w, https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/self-love-coach-energy-healer-modern-day-wise-woman-600x399.jpg 600w, https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/self-love-coach-energy-healer-modern-day-wise-woman-300x200.jpg 300w, https://reneemullingslewis.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/self-love-coach-energy-healer-modern-day-wise-woman-1024x681.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px" /></a></p> <div class="gmail_default"> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Working with a <a style="color: #1155cc;" href="http://reneemullingslewis.com/about-me/"><strong>self-love coach</strong></a> and <a style="color: #1155cc;" href="http://reneemullingslewis.com/energy-healing/"><strong>energy healer</strong></a> is one of the very best ways to get clear about what your emotional needs are and determine which self-love strategies will work best for you. For example sometime it may best for you to do group work; or it may be best for you to do intense one on coaching; or it may be best to start with energy healing.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Remember ‘me time’ or making time for self-love isn’t selfish, it essential for for wellness and growth.</strong></em> So open up your calendar today and start scheduling in that self-love time. Don’t delay. You have 5 great reasons why you ought to start today.</span></p> </div> <div> <h4 class="gmail_default"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">xoxo Renee</span></h4> </div> </div> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://reneemullingslewis.com/5-great-reasons-why-you-deserve-more-me-time/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>DON’T WORRY BE HAPPY NOW</title> <link>https://reneemullingslewis.com/dont-worry-be-happy/</link> <comments>https://reneemullingslewis.com/dont-worry-be-happy/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Mullings-Lewis]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2014 13:02:06 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[mind]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Self-Love]]></category> <category><![CDATA[attraction]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Coscmic Fire]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Courage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[diet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[divine]]></category> <category><![CDATA[energy healing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[epic]]></category> <category><![CDATA[friends]]></category> <category><![CDATA[keys]]></category> <category><![CDATA[love]]></category> <category><![CDATA[not alone]]></category> <category><![CDATA[reiki]]></category> <category><![CDATA[relationships]]></category> <category><![CDATA[renee mullings-lewis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-empowerment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-help]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-love]]></category> <category><![CDATA[self-love coaching]]></category> <category><![CDATA[share]]></category> <category><![CDATA[signs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spiritual]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spirituality]]></category> <category><![CDATA[surrender]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vulnerability]]></category> <category><![CDATA[wise woman]]></category> <category><![CDATA[women]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://reneemullingslewis.com/?p=5121</guid> <description><![CDATA[DON’T WORRY BE HAPPY Today we’re going to keep it nice and simple. Every now and then, we all need those days where give our minds a little break from all of the ‘how to’s’ and ‘step to’ to be this or that and give ourselves some much needed time to just RELAX and PLAY. […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #fb00b0;">DON’T WORRY BE HAPPY </span></h1> <p>Today we’re going to keep it nice and simple. Every now and then, we all need those days where give our minds a little break from all of the ‘how to’s’ and ‘step to’ to be this or that and give ourselves some much needed time to just <strong>RELAX</strong> and <strong>PLAY</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <h4><strong><span style="color: #880080;">Let this article be a little reminder to take some time to step away…</span></strong></h4> <p> </p> <p>Let this be a reminder to <strong>breath</strong> more deeply today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to <strong>laugh</strong> a little harder today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to allow your <strong>bare feet</strong> to enjoy the ground today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to go out and reconnect with <strong>nature</strong> today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to <strong>whistle or skip or hum</strong> today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to take a moment to <strong>feel the wind</strong> between your fingers and toes today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to listen to the deep echoes of your own <strong>heart beat </strong>today.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to <strong>slow down</strong>…</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to just <strong>enjoy the momen</strong>t, as it is right now.</p> <p>Let this be a reminder to not worry just for today and <strong>be happy</strong>.</p> <p>Take a moment now to just sit in complete silence and <strong>be with yourself</strong>… Beautiful isn’t it?!</p> <p>Now that you’ve received these reminders <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>you have two choices</strong></span>. You can listen to them or you can ignore them.</p> <p>Today I’m choosing to not to worry and to be happy.</p> <p><span style="color: #880080;"><strong>Either way the choice is yours. </strong></span></p> <p>xo Renee</p> <p>P.s. if you care for more of these kinds of yummy self-love reminders come over and join us at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/moderndaywisewoman">Modern Day Wise Woman</a> on <a href="https://www.facebook.com">FACEBOOK.</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://reneemullingslewis.com/dont-worry-be-happy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>RELEASING THE SHAME OF SADNESS</title> <link>https://reneemullingslewis.com/you-are-not-alone-releasing-the-shame-of-sadness/</link> <comments>https://reneemullingslewis.com/you-are-not-alone-releasing-the-shame-of-sadness/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Renee Mullings-Lewis]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2012 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Self-Love]]></category> <category><![CDATA[soul]]></category> <category><![CDATA[friends]]></category> <category><![CDATA[love]]></category> <category><![CDATA[not alone]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sadness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[share]]></category> <category><![CDATA[vulnerability]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://reneemullingslewis.com/?p=2465</guid> <description><![CDATA[The phone is ringing and it’s your best friend, but you don’t answer it. It’s a gorgeous morning, and you are wide awake, but instead of getting up to go to yoga, followed by breakfast with the girls, you lay in bed like a half eaten carcass, praying that the sheets you’ve cleverly managed to […]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: center;"></h2> <p>The phone is ringing and it’s your best friend, but you don’t answer it. It’s a gorgeous morning, and you are wide awake, but instead of getting up to go to yoga, followed by breakfast with the girls, you lay in bed like a half eaten carcass, praying that the sheets you’ve cleverly managed to cocoon yourself in, will somehow magically disappear all of your problems. To say that you are not feeling so well, would be a ridiculous understatement. The truth is, you’re totally bummed out! You can’t snap yourself out of it and you are now doing the only thing you know how to do when you’re sad – locking yourself in the dungeon.</p> <p>I have yet to (personally) meet a human being who can honestly tell me they have never experienced being sad and yet (with the exception of being at a funeral), most people are still very uncomfortable expressing sadness or having others see them when they are sad. Why?</p> <p>We don’t want others to know or see when we are sad because:</p> <ol> <li>We fear that we will be perceived as “negative” or being someone who spreads “negativity”.</li> <li>We fear that we will be perceived as “weak” or less appealing to others.</li> </ol> <p>So the question is, who said that being sad means that you are being negative or spreading negativity? And who said that being sad when others can see you means that you are not as strong as someone else or less attractive?</p> <p>Do you really want to know the answer to this question?! The answer may shock you, but it really is quite simple. The answer is… <strong>We did</strong>. <strong>Yes my beauties, we did.</strong> You see, sadness in and of itself is not bad or negative. But we, have somehow collapsed being sad, with being negative. Said another way, we feel feelings of sadness, and then we say to ourselves (or allow others to tell us) that it is bad or negative to feel that way.</p> <p>This is the old, traditional, lock yourself in the dungeon way of viewing and dealing with sadness. But what if there was a way to be one with, harness and generate what I like to call <strong>soular power</strong> with raw unfiltered sadness? What if there was a new, cutting edge, soul-rich, performance enhancing approach to experiencing sadness? <strong>Well I’m here to tell you that there is</strong>.</p> <p>Here is how I see it. Sadness is neither good nor bad. Sadness is sadness. Taking it a step further, myself and the women I work with, use sadness as a tool and an opportunity for us to tell the truth, free ourselves from the unrealistic prisons of perfection and be completely vulnerable. And we stand on the edge of reason, where there is nothing wrong or negative about longing for someone, some dream, some way it used to be or how you wish things could be. <strong>We are human, and the moment we allow ourselves to be human, we immediately have the privilege of experiencing life at the deepest level of being human.</strong></p> <p>Now just to be clear my intention in writing this piece was not to convince you that the soul-rich way of experiencing sadness is better than the dungeon way of experiencing sadness. If I fulfill on my intention, by the time you finish reading this you will feel free to express sadness, without thinking that you are negative or weak. And you will feel free to choose (if you wish) to express sadness in more ways than one.</p> <p>In working with hundreds of people over the years, what I now know is:</p> <ol> <li>How people perceive you when they see you sad, has very little to do with the fact that you are sad, but how you feel about yourself, see yourself and interact with others when you are sad.</li> <li>When people are feeling sad, they wish that they did not have to pretend not to be.</li> </ol> <p>If you are sad about something, <strong>you don’t have to hide.</strong> Try something different. Try telling the truth. Answer that phone call and share. Text a friend and share. Write a blog about it and share it. 9 times out of 10 not only will you will feel better, but others around you will thank you. You are not alone. None of us are alone. Let’s all stop pretending that we are.</p> <p>Love <span style="color: #fb00b0;">Renee</span></p> <p>“When you are weak and weary from the pain, when you feel you cannot carry it anymore, rest your head upon my shoulder, lay your hand upon my heart. I will help you carry it. I am always by your side. This is what it is to be a friend. This is the story of our lives. You are not alone.” – <span style="color: #fb00b0;">Renee Mullings-Lewis</span></p> <p> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://reneemullingslewis.com/you-are-not-alone-releasing-the-shame-of-sadness/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>